Adam Gallagher
Newtownards ,Ards and North Down
Summary
Results-oriented Fitness Coach specialising in group exercise instruction and HIIT coaching. Enhances client motivation through effective communication and leadership, while tracking progress for optimal strength and conditioning. Committed to inspiring clients to reach their fitness goals and transform their lifestyles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Fitness coach
HITT Locker
2023.06 - Current
- Established strong rapport with clients, enhancing satisfaction rates through personalised support.
- Boosted client confidence using tailored motivational strategies and regular feedback sessions.
- Facilitated client progress by delivering high-intensity interval training sessions, weight training, and injury-adapted plans.
- Developed unique group exercise classes for increased membership retention.
- Deliver nutritional guidance to programme members through one-on-one telephone support.
- Devised injury prevention measures during workout sessions, minimised risk of accidents.
- Managed gym equipment maintenance for optimal safety standards.
- Recognised as a highly recommended trainer at the NI BFit awards in 2025.
Fitness coach
Gatorfiit NI
2021.01 - 2023.06
- established small business delivering indoor and outdoor group exercise classes for up to 12 participants
- Provided strength cardio and endurance workouts tailored to varying abilities.
- delivered coaching, motivation, and form correction to enhance participant performance
- leveraged social media and WhatsApp to engage members and facilitate online classes
- Completed certification in emergency first aid, ensuring readiness to respond to medical emergencies.
Fitness coach
Mercury Fitness NI
2019.01 - 2021.09
- Led outdoor group fitness sessions for up to 30 participants across Belfast,
Bangor, and Lisburn. - Led outdoor group fitness sessions for up to 30 participants across Belfast,Bangor, and Lisburn.
- Adapted to COVID-19 by running Zoom classes and creating an online workoutlibrary.
- Adapted to COVID-19 by running Zoom classes and creating an online workout
library. - Supported members during team-building and survival events.
- Qualified as emergency first aider, ensuring a safe training environment by completing rigorous training and assessments.
Fitness coach
HITT Locker
2019.07 - 2020.09
- Led small group HIIT classes to enhance participants' fitness levels
- Developed unique group exercise classes for increased membership retention.
- Boosted client confidence through personalised motivational strategies and regular feedback sessions.
- Established strong client relationships, increasing satisfaction and loyalty.
- Devised injury prevention measures during workout sessions, minimised risk of accidents.
- Managed gym equipment maintenance, ensuring safety and reliability for all users.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Fitness Instructing Level 2
Belfast Metropolitan College
Belfast 2018.09 - 2019.04
GCSEs -
Campbell College
Skills
- Strength and conditioning
- HIIT coaching
- Group exercise instruction
- Client progress tracking
- First aid expertise
- Client motivation and communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fitness coach
HITT Locker
2023.06 - Current
Fitness coach
Gatorfiit NI
2021.01 - 2023.06
Fitness coach
HITT Locker
2019.07 - 2020.09
Fitness coach
Mercury Fitness NI
2019.01 - 2021.09
NVQ Level 2 - Fitness Instructing Level 2
Belfast Metropolitan College
2018.09 - 2019.04
GCSEs -
Campbell College