After almost three decades as a professional fitness instructor and personal trainer, having created and taught classes for local authorities, from aerobics to circuit training, aqua and indoor cycling and studio managed and co-ordinated studio-based classes at private fitness clubs. in 2008 I took the step to set up my own private Health & Fitness Studio, ablefitness™. I resigned from my full time career as an NVQ Fitness Assessor and Examiner, in order to concentrate on this important career move.

My qualifications include Level 3 Personal Trainer. I am a member of the Register of Exercise Professionals and hold appropriate Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities, Equality and Diversity,  and First Aid certificates. To complete a Personal Trainer Qualification I have had to complete extensive modules -  for example:  Level 3 Client Lifestyle & Fitnes Assessments, Business Marketing Skills, Training in Different Environments, Advanced Gym Instructor, Advanced Aerobic Instructor, Advanced Weight Training, Advanced Exercise & Fitness Knowledge, Advanced Nutrition & Weight Management, Understanding the Fitness Leisure & Recreation Industry (level 3) and Key Skills at Level 3. I also have the Wright Foundation GP Referral qualification, Exercise to Music Level 2, Fit Ball Certification, Level 2 Circuit Training, Muscle Max, N.A.B.B.A. Weight Training, Speedo Aqualtic Certificate plus too many more to list :-). Because I beleive it is important to be completely qualified in order to teach safely and effectively I make sure I stay abreast of all the latest developments in techniques and equipment, and regularly attend workshops and seminars to up-date my skills.

Even though I have been in full time employment since leaving school, the decision to ‘go it alone’ was both scary and exciting. The freedom to teach and assess in the best ways possible, using the very latest approaches and techniques, is often hampered by the pressures of working for an employer. Running my own business gives me the opportunity to utilise all the knowledge I have gained during the many years of teaching and assessing for others.

At ablefitness™ you will be offered one-to-one specialist, tailored fitness programmes, to meet your individual goals and needs, including exercise regimes, nutritional advice and guidance. Each customer will receive constant monitoring to measure progress, re-evaluating and modifying the programme as required. There will be continuous consultation with you regarding your likes and dislikes, level of satisfaction, and feedback from your training sessions.

Advice will be provided on the best ways to lose, or gain weight, tone up and improve cardio vascular performance, for a variety of clients including, pre & post natal women, busy professionals, young teenagers, rehabilitation and those generally wanting honest guidance about changing their lifestyle.

Sessions are held in a small private studio, equipped with the latest fitness equipment. There is a quiet, welcoming ambience, and ablefitness™ adopts a flexible approach to training sessions with each customer, to suit their work commitments.