Health, fitness and human performance are major interests I enjoy strength training, endurance events, boxing fitness, HYROX-style training, performance nutrition, philosophy, leadership, resilience and personal development

Fitness coach and personal trainer with 30 years of experience in training and physical performance. Holds a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science and currently pursuing an MSc in Human Performance Optimization. Expertise in working with diverse clients, including youth, adults in mental health settings, older clients, performance-focused athletes, and individuals seeking to enhance overall health. Developed a flexible, person-centered coaching style that adapts to various abilities and goals while ensuring a safe and professional training environment.
Delivering structured fitness sessions focused on gym-based and boxing activities for young people in a secure mental health unit.
Exercise technique and safe coaching practice
Group session delivery
Fitness programming and progression
Strength and conditioning principles
Cardiovascular and endurance training
Boxing fitness and circuit training
Behaviour change and motivation
Working with young people
Mental health and wellbeing through exercise
Occupational fitness and physical readiness
Risk assessment and health and safety
Level 4 Personal Trainer (ongoing)
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 2 Fitness Instructor
Suspension Exercise Instructor
Kettlebell Instructor
Functional Training
Nutrition and Weight Management
Behaviour Change Coaching
Indoor cycling Instructor
Circuit Training Instructor
Education and Training Award, formerly PTLLS
Level 3 Coaching and Development Award, Chartered Management Institute
First Aid Certification
Health, fitness and human performance are major interests I enjoy strength training, endurance events, boxing fitness, HYROX-style training, performance nutrition, philosophy, leadership, resilience and personal development
Progressed to Watch Manager during a 23-year career with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
Studying for an MSc in Human Performance Optimisation while balancing work, family life and raising a young family.
Completed a full Ironman triathlon, Ironman 70.3, several marathons with a sub-4-hour personal best, and numerous obstacle course events.
Built a long-standing professional background based on leadership, discipline, reliability, safety, communication and high personal standards.