At PSG Academy Greater Geneva, we understand that proper nutrition is a cornerstone of athletic performance and overall well-being. Our comprehensive nutrition program is tailored to meet the unique needs of young athletes, ensuring they receive the essential nutrients and macros to excel both on and off the field. Masterminded by our very own expert nutritionist, our approach enhances physical performance, promotes healthy habits, and delivers enjoyable moments throughout the players busy schedules.
Our nutritional program is led by the expert team of Romain Giroud, our dietitian-nutritionist, and Kevin Frichot, our Head Chef.
Alongside a dedicated team of five on-campus chefs, they create meals that are healthy, balanced, and carefully designed to enhance focus and athletic performance.
”My role is quite simple: to ensure that the players eat balanced meals to stay healthy and perform well on the field.”
With meticulous planning and a focus on essential nutrients, Romain works closely with the team to create menus that cater to the needs of young athletes.”
“My role within the Academy is to bring Romain’s menus to life and highlight our fresh products.”
Kevin’s expertise as a chef ensures that every dish not only meets nutritional standards but also delights the players’ taste buds. From traditional French cuisine to themed menus inspired by the players’ home countries, Kevin’s creativity brings variety and joy to every meal.
Approximately 90% of the ingredients used are fresh, including carefully selected top-quality meats and seasonal vegetables. Every dish is prepared from scratch to ensure optimal quality and flavor.
All dishes are freshly prepared on-site by our team of chefs, ensuring quality, flavor, and complete traceability of the ingredients.
International players are introduced to the richness of French culinary traditions, making their experience at PSG Academy culturally enriching as well.
A creative and visually appealing salad bar offers seasonal vegetables, ensuring players have access to a variety of healthy and delicious options.
Every aspect of the academy’s nutrition program is designed to fuel success. From the dedication of our experts to the joy of homemade dishes, our approach to nutrition reflects the high standards of PSG Academy Pro Greater Geneva.
Claire holds degrees in Archaeology, French, and Biological Anthropology from the University of Oregon, along with a linguistics minor and an SLAAT certification. She has been teaching in international schools and privately in France for the last decade.
Since September 2021, she has served as Head of the Humanities Department at PSG Academy Pro.
Simone is a native English speaker from Australia, residing in France since 2023. With over 10 years of experience in education, she has a diverse teaching background, working in schools, zoos, community outreach programs, and private tutoring.
At PSG Academy Pro, she utilizes her broad skill set to support students through tutoring and English lessons, helping them succeed in their core subjects.
Heloise is a native French speaker, who studied French language and literature at University in France before moving to the UK. While living in the UK, Heloise pursued a teaching qualification at Brighton University and went on to teach languages in a variety of schools in the south of England. Heloise has 15 years of experience teaching students from a young age through to the end of high school as well as taking on pastoral roles.
Emma is a British teacher with 20 years of teaching experience across all phases of education. Her background includes 10 years teaching high school and junior school in London, where she held Pastoral and Departmental Leadership roles. She then spent 9 years at a London university, training graduate and postgraduate students to become teachers themselves.
Emma relocated to France in 2021 and joined the PSG Academy Pro teaching team in 2023.
Hans Kolster, from the Netherlands, has had a long and distinguished career in teaching. His passion for education started during his student years when he tutored mathematics, leading to a lifelong commitment to helping young people achieve their goals.
He served as Head of the Dutch School in Cobham, England, an institution created for Dutch expatriates in London. Later, he became Head of Mathematics at the British School Muscat in Oman, a prestigious British international school with over 50 nationalities.
Since September 2022, Hans has been supporting student-athletes at PSG Academy Pro in mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
Barbara is a native British English speaker with 20 years of international teaching experience. After earning her Bachelor of Education from Manchester Metropolitan University, UK, in 2005, she taught in the United Kingdom, Australia, and now France. She has worked in diverse school environments, including public, private, and international schools, as well as both single-sex and co-educational institutions.
Leandro, a native of Brazil, had a professional career as a football player before transitioning into education. With 15 years of experience in the French school system, he has dedicated his career to guiding student-athletes toward both academic and athletic excellence.
Beyond the classroom, he plays a crucial role in securing college placements for high school graduates, ensuring they successfully transition to higher education while balancing their sports commitments.
