Stef-the-Online-Coach

Friends introduced me to online HIIT and stretching classes that Stef ran during the covid lockdowns and I probably wouldn't have got through lockdown without them. I hadn't exercised for a couple of months because I'd had surgery and I was hesitant about getting back into it but Stef gave clear advice and gave me the confidence to try.
His classes were professional and well-planned but equally important they were fun. The classes were good for my mental wellbeing as well as getting me physically fit again. Thank you Stef! More...

Stef has been my PT for over 6 years he’s seen me through countless long distance races, from marathons to 10kms, two pregnancies and the post-partum journeys that followed. I’m very driven in training and he is attuned to my level of skill and strength, and that I continually want to be challenged.

He’s great at what he does and an absolute pleasure to train with!! I highly recommend him to help you reach your goals More...

Stef was amazing as a PT. He always challenged me and put together some brilliant circuits. Sessions were well thought out (and brutal! ) Just what you need from a PT. He’s also a genuinely top bloke. Really friendly, easy to get on with and doesn’t take himself too seriously. I would absolutely recommend Stef to anyone looking for a solid PT. He’s got years of experience and knows exactly what he’s doing. More...

I would highly recommend Stef. I found his style of coaching inspired and encouraged me to push myself beyond what I thought I could achieve, often with a sense of fun.

In 2013, I changed my lifestyle completely and went from being a deskbound over-eater to someone who enjoys a healthy balanced diet and exercises regularly.

In the 9 years since, I have lost over 55kg and this is a journey I am loving being on.

It's hard to know who was more surprised at the time, me or my friends and family; but having Stefan as a personal trainer from the start has been instrumental to everything. His approach is the perfect mix of challenging ("Stefan, you are killing me!") and inspiring ("Rajah, you are doing really well - keep it up and you'll be ready for the next level.").

Stefan has so much knowledge but he explains things so clearly and everyone would benefit from his diverse and indvidualised methods. He is also patient and, most importantly, enabling.

As a result of working with him I am stronger and fitter, and my flexibility and balance are better than they have been when I was in my 20s (I’m now in my 50s) - while at the same time as all of this I am having so much fun. I would give Stefan the highest recommendation. More...

A very support coach who helped my partner and I transform our fitness and wider health. Great energy, the right balance of tough love, and these sessions were always something we looked forward to.

Stef is great at motivating, and listening to what his clients needs and tailoring his coaching to their specific requirements. He is able to give alternatives and good suggestions for everything from stretches to increasing workouts. A truly unique service, with your body, dietary requirements and any limitations/restrictions in mind. Highly recommended. More...

Stef was a great motivator, and was superb at working out which exercises were best for my varied injuries (shoulder/neck and broken big toe! ) whilst encompassing a full body workout. Sadly, a move completely out of the area meant I had to give up PT sessions with him - a shame as his passion and enthusiasm for what he does and his friendly and approachable manner make him one of the best PT instructors I have met. More...

Stefan is an insanely positive yet down to earth person, which translates extremely well into his coaching and personal training work with people. His knowledge and experience makes it easy to confide in him and believe in yourself, because he believes in you! It's always been such a pleasure to attend his training sessions, because Stefan comes up with something different every time to keep workouts fresh and challenging. Stefan goes through every motion in detail and explores various techniques to suit each individual.

He will help you define your goals and achieve them, supporting you in your journey all the way through, and - with Stefan's great sense of humour - the journey won't bore you for a second! More...

I have worked with Stefan over several years. His sessions are informative, challenging and (most importantly) fun! When you're working hard you want it to be a laugh and Stef brings that to every session! 💪🏻

I attended small group training sessions with Stefan. They were tough but he made them almost enjoyable. He tailored the sessions well so we were not repeating the same. He is patient, strict, considerate and would really push us to train hard. My fitness levels definitely improved a lot and I was well toned by the end of the programme! More...

Stef-the-Coach was an absolute life saver for me during lockdown in 2020/ 2021.
He offered a range of classes on Zoom daily for over a year. I participated in the less aerobic stretch classes and an occasional high energy one that he provided, at least four times a week.
He was always punctual, pleasant and exceedingly encouraging.
I learned much from him as he patiently explained what we were doing and why.
His knowledge of his discipline was wide, with alternatives if there were issues.
I was most disappointed when life moved on and the classes were canceled. I would enroll in a heart beat should he ever recommence Zoom classes. ( I was part of the overseas section).
I would highly recommend Stef to those fortunate enough to live in his area. More...

As a 60+ male with many years of sedentary occupation, but with a small amount of residual fitness from various previous sporting activity and a dodgy hip I needed help. Stef started by getting all the moving parts working properly and then moved on to build core strength and flexibility. I found I could do things that I would never have thought possible. All of this achieved in a friendly and encouraging way “no gym bunny nonsense”, there are videos to prove it. More...

I worked with Stefan for about 4 years which shows how much I enjoyed and benefited from our sessions. Stefan managed to keep each session interesting and understood just how far to push you in order to get the maximum benefit from each workout. We moved towards callisthenic workouts where Stefan would always bring new equipment, exercise and ideas to test you.

Finally he’s a lovely guy and somebody you’re more than happy to spend a few hours a week with.

Great PT. Would highly recommend. More...

Working with Stef was engaging, flexible and effective.
I met him when a gym opened near where I lived and immediately warmed to his open and welcoming attitude. As an overweight, 55yr old woman who had previously had some fitness and was grumpy about having lost that to a knee injury, I was not the easiest or most obvious PT candidate! However, Stef got to know me as a person, listened to what I needed and how much time I could give and set realistic and achievable goals. As a result my overall fitness did improve, to the extent that I completed a 5k charity run - and guess who was there at the end of it?!
Above all, taking into account my experience and watching and overhearing him working with others, it is the highly personalised, tailored and flexible approach that is most striking with Stef. You will not get anything that is just a standard programme, but something that is right for you. More...

Stef is an amazing coach I was desperate to get fit after my 3rd baby and didn’t have a clue what I was doing. He made the sessions so fun and he was so encouraging and knowledgeable. I got so much fitter and healthier and lost weight, and then had the tools to continue training. Can’t recommend Stef enough! More...

Stefan has really helped me on my fitness journey through his PT sessions. He understood my fitness goals and tailored the sessions accordingly and definitely made them interesting & fun with a mix of strength training, cardio, and HIIT. Stefan was good motivation for me and pushed me harder to get into good shape after I ignored my fitness for a long time. I would definitely recommend Stefan to anyone looking for a PT as he is passionate about what he does. More...

Stef is an amazing PT, he motivated me to reach my goals in getting stronger and increasing my fitness levels.
He is very knowledgeable and passionate in helping people achieve their fitness goals by empowering them to improve their lifestyle. I would strongly recommend .

I have trained with Stefan consistently for 8 years, and I definitely would not be as fit/strong/confident in the gym as I am today without him. We trained through my pregnancy and back into it safely 8 weeks past birth with my daughter in a sling on his chest. Stef had my heart rate monitor throughout to ensure I was never going over my recommended bpm while pregnant but ensured my workouts were still fun and very productive. Stefan is extremely knowledgable, any injuries or twinges of discomfort in a particular exercise he has multiple other options or totally different moves that will work the same muscle groups but in a way that better suits you. He can do full nutrition consultations and advice and weekly checks with you on that side of things also, help you work on your macros and goals while (in my case) respecting a flat out refusal to take any supplements or vitamins beyond what good food gives me. He’s great fun to talk nonsense with throughout the session also and if you’re really lucky he’ll break out some of his super dodgy dance moves for you too! Cannot recommend highly enough. More...

A true gentleman and legend! I had two goals, get buff for my wedding and get strong enough to muscle up. I succeeded in both thanks to Stefan and made a friend for life! Trainer, Legend and all round top guy More...