Tactical Athlete Performance Centre (TAPC)

Developed in conjunction with Defence and other academic partners the Tactical Athlete Performance Centre (TAPC) at Buckinghamshire New University represents a relatively new concept within the United Kingdom and aims to enhance the education, health, and occupational performance of those who work in extremis contexts through the fusion of educational innovation, pragmatic applied research, and the development of mutually beneficial partnerships. The scope of services provided by TAPC is wide-ranging and predominantly aimed at tactical organisations including: - Military - Police - Fire Service - Paramedicine - Mountain Rescue - Coast Guard - Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) Emergency Response Charities   About the TAPC - Aimed exclusively at those who work in extremis contexts - Education focused through our BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning in Tactical Populations (For British Armed Forces PTI’s only) and a new MSc in Human Performance Optimisation (HPO) - Capability to develop bespoke HPO educational packages specific to the needs of your organisation. - Pragmatic applied real world research capabilities. - Symbolises BNU’s commitment to both national and international partnerships and our continued strive towards excellence.   Education Through our BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning in Tactical Populations and MSc in HPO programmes, TAPC provides education and training to the military and emergency services. Furthermore, with the ability to draw on service experience, the latest research, and a framework of national and international collaborators, TAPC can customise HPO education and training products to meet the needs of your organisation.   Research Using our state-of-art Human Performance Laboratory (HPL), TAPC aims to conduct applied, low-risk research which directly supports the psychological, cognitive and physiological development of those who work in extremis contexts.   Consultancy Representing BNU's commitment to partnership, TAPC is keen to develop collaborative partnerships and provide consultancy services to the military, government organisations, industry partners. https://lnkd.in/eNAndEAY #humanperformance #tacticalathlete #hpo #tapc #BNU #BNUproud #britisharmy #futuresoldier #royalairforce #royalnavy #royalmarines #usarmy #h2f #military #police #fireservice #emergencyservices

It been a busy last few days here at the TAPC. Firstly, we welcomed the latest cohort of military, paramedic, police, fire service, and medical personnel starting our MSc in Human Performance Optimisation (HPO) programme.  This was followed by the fifth cohort of British Army, Royal Army Physical Training Corps (RAPTC), Royal Air Force (RAF) Physical Training (PT) Wing, and Royal Navy / Royal Marines PT Branch instructors who commenced their academic journey by enrolling upon our BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning in Tactical Populations programme. Mens Sana in Corpore Sano #tacticalathlete #humanperformance #hpo #tacticalstrengthandconditioning #britisharmy #raptc #royalairforce #royalnavy #royalmarines #learning #knowledge

We’re excited to announce that BNU has risen 12 places to 65th in the Guardian University Guide 2025, marking BNU’s fifth consecutive year in the top 80 🏆 We also achieved a high learner satisfaction rate, ranking 1st in the UK for satisfaction with assessment and feedback (88.8%) and 3rd in the UK for teaching quality (91.2%). BNU continues to be rated highly for the expenditure it dedicates to each student, retaining its position as the 4th highest in the UK 🥇 BNU’s subject-level performance also delivered impressive results: • 3rd in the UK for Mental Health Nursing 🧠 • 9th for General Nursing 👩⚕️ • 4th for Graphic Design 💻 • 17th for Animation and Game Design 🎨 • 18th for Social Work 🤝 Professor Nick Braisby, Vice-Chancellor of Buckinghamshire New University, commented: “We are delighted to see a further and significant rise in BNU’s overall ranking in the Guardian University Guide. The guide recognises BNU’s sustained excellence in students’ satisfaction with our teaching and assessment and feedback, and our students’ continued success in the employment market.” “BNU’s achievements in the Guardian University Guide 2025 are testament to the fantastic people who work at our University. I’m enormously proud of their continued hard work to deliver high quality learning and teaching which our students value and which helps them reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen careers.” Read more here ➡️ https://shorturl.at/E8ARV

To wrap up the first season of the Optimising Human Performance Podcast (OPHP) hosts Martin I. Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, PhD share their story on why they have produced this podcast and why it may be of benefit to individuals and teams working in high-stress and high-stakes environments. Finally, a big thank you goes out to all of this seasons guest speakers for sharing their thoughts, insights, and experiences from across the rapidly developing field of human performance optimisation. #hpo #tacticalathlete #phyiscaltraining #psychologicalresilence #cognativeperformance #sleep #nutrition #humanaugmentation #readiness https://lnkd.in/eupRsNga

In the final episode of Season 1 of the Optimising Human Performance Podcast (OPHP) Martin I. Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, PhD talk to world renowned psychiatrist Professor Steve Peters of Chimp Management Ltd In this episode they discuss his famous "Chimp Model", its application in both sport and high-stress, high-stakes environments and consider the psychological characteristics of high performance. #humanmind #chimpparadox #highperformance https://lnkd.in/eYntqrex

Continuing our discussion around the importance of the sleep in this weeks episode of the Optimising Human Performance Podcast (OPHO), Martin I. Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, PhD talk to world-renowned expert on sleep and circadian rhythms Professor Russell Foster of the University of Oxford. In this episode they discuss the importance of sleep and circadian rhythms for human performance; how the circadian system provides the time structure for life, optimising physiology and behavior; and highlight some evidence-based strategies for enhancing sleep quality and quantity. #sleep #tacticalathlete #health #wellbeing #performance #lifetime https://lnkd.in/eYntqrex

A huge congratulations to TAPC programme director Jonpaul Nevin, PhD who successfully gained his PhD in Sport and Exercise Science from Cardiff Metropolitan University yesterday. Well done Doctor Nevin.

In this weeks episode Martin I. Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, PhD talk to Professor Colin A. Espie , a world-leading expert on sleep and the treatment of sleep disorders, particularly using Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutics (CBTI) to treat insomnia disorder. In this episode they discuss how sleep contributes to physical and mental health, the five principles of sleep health and the treatment options for insomnia. They debunk myths such as a 'sleepless elite’ & explore the intricate relationship between sleep, memory consolidation and trauma recovery. #sleep #tacticalathlete #health #wellbeing #performance https://lnkd.in/eYntqrex

This week Martin I. Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, PhD are joined by Emma Higginson-Smith and Martin Brennan from The Green Room who provide outdoor well-being coaching, leadership, and organisational development to maximise mental fitness and prevent burnout. In this episode we discuss the importance of mental fitness, the role of well-being coaching and introduce the concept of the "green room". #health #wellbeing #coaching https://lnkd.in/eYntqrex

In this weeks episode of the Optimising Human Performance Podcast (OPHP), Martin I. Jones and Jonpaul Nevin, PhD talk to Dr William (Will) Conkright, a serving dietitian and researcher in the US Army about the role of a dietitian in the military & the challenges they face. We dive into the basics of optimal nutrition and examine how people working in high-stress, high-stakes environments can leverage good nutritional habits to positively influence physical and cognitive performance, rest, recover,y and sleep. #tacticalathlete #nutrition #dietitian #USArmy #H2F https://lnkd.in/eYntqrex