Hello,
I’m Renard le Roux

Rugby was my life—until it wasn’t.

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In my first year out of school, a major injury ended my playing career and left me devastated. I had built my identity around sport, and suddenly it was gone. That moment opened my eyes to the mental and emotional challenges athletes face when life takes an unexpected turn. It was also the spark that led me to dedicate my career to understanding and strengthening the mental side of performance.

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Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of coaching at some of South Africa’s most prestigious schools, including Grey College, Paul Roos Gymnasium, and Maritzburg College. I’ve coached 1st and A teams, worked at club level, and spent time at the International Rugby Academy in New Zealand. My coaching journey has taken me across borders—Italy, England, and provincial high school rugby back home—giving me a global perspective on sport and performance.

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Alongside coaching, I’ve also worked as a high school teacher up to matric level. Teaching has deepened my understanding of how young people think, learn, and grow—both in the classroom and on the sports field. This experience sharpened my ability to communicate, motivate, and develop athletes holistically, preparing them not only for competition but for life.

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I know what it’s like to be an athlete chasing big goals, and I’ve always been a keen academic. My studies have taken me through a BA, Honours (both cum laude), and now an MSc in Sports Psychology—fuelled by a commitment to keep learning and, hopefully, pursue further study.

Beyond sport, I’m also an entrepreneur, running several successful businesses and projects. That experience has reinforced what I teach: the principles of confidence, resilience, and focus apply everywhere—from the rugby field to the boardroom.

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Today, through EdgeMind, I combine my coaching, teaching, academic, and business experience to help athletes, teams, and individuals unlock the mental edge they need to perform at their best—and to thrive in all areas of life.