I started up SPFit mainly because of the way that larger companies use this industry as a conveyor belt to churn out average personal trainers to be sales people, and solely generate money, rather than put the experiences of people first.

My sporting career peaked at Loughborough University where I studied Physical Education and Sports Science. But so much has changed since then in the world of sport and fitness. I spent over 10 years as an accountant in public practice before that light bulb moment meant I had to return to the fitness industry over 10 years ago. Ever since then I can honestly say that I am living the dream, I really do love what I do, just ask my clients.

But something was always missing. Even though I have worked as a freelance trainer in  big chain health clubs and small private gyms, I became increasingly frustrated by the lack of understanding of personal training and the gap between the experience that gym members actually wanted and what they actually experienced.

Not now. So when the opportunity came to open my own training facility my whole family agreed we had to go for it. But we had to do it our way and love doing it.

So we have created a ‘real’ club where we, the trainers, are dedicated to providing you the members with the knowledge and skills to achieve your goals.

But unlike anywhere else that I know of, while we drive the training ethos the members can drive the direction. This can include requesting anything from nutrition seminars, specific group training sessions and voting on the next equipment purchase. We have member’s committee and actively encourage your direct involvement and suggestions in the services we provide.

I am fully aware that my dream will be difficult to achieve and will be a constantly evolving process. And that is why you the members are a vital part of the team.

Previous jobs

Royal Marines, Financial Advisor/Accountant, Auditor, Gym Instructor & Personal Trainer at Cannons Health Clubs. Freelance personal trainer – training people in their homes, in the outside environment and renting space at Nuffield Health & Fitness and Holbrook House Hotel Health Club.

Guilty pleasures
Curry and a good cheese board. I also like a drink or two at the weekend.

Favourite Film 
The Great Escape

Something You May Not Know…
I was adopted as a baby. I was Club Captain of Loughborough University Students Men’s Hockey Club.

Favourite Exercise: Cross training (My take on Crossfit)
I love to combine big lifts with high intensity training.