I started my career as strength and conditioning coach at the U of Maryland in 1982. In 1986 I moved to L.A. California and become director of health and fitness programs at The Beverly Hills Health and Fitness Club. I then moved to England in 1998 and began my private practice at The RHC in August of 1999.
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165 customer reviews
Jane Edwards
Eric is knowledgeable and professional. He has been my PT for many years and is a great support. I always feel safe when training with Eric as he can adapt sessions to get the best from you - more than you would feel confident to do by yourself. Whatever level you are working at, from complete beginner to elite sports He will deise a program to fit your needs. Top man, thanks for your care Eric. More...
Jaz
Eric is hands down the best personal trainer I’ve ever worked with, and I’ve had a few. One key element that I think gets overlooked in personal training, is tailoring it to someone’s lifestyle. The workouts and nutritional guidance are never one size fits all but are bespoke to how I am feeling any given day. Furthermore, he really does know his stuff around the mental aspect of training. Finding the motivation and willpower, overcoming the nerves and keeping your eye on the prize. Eric knows all this stuff after decades in the field. Far superior to the usual instagram chancers who have done a quick google or two day online course about the ‘mind body connection’. Have a consultation today and you won’t be disappointed. More...
Chris
Eric knows his stuff. He takes a holistic approach to understand your goals and offers as much or as little advice as you want. He takes care at the gym to correct posture and get the most out of your workout without risking injury. His year's of experience, combined with his qualifications put him way above most other trainers. Couldn't recommend him enough. More...
Alix
Eric is by far the most knowledgeable PT I have ever worked with. He is incredibly innovative and because of this training is never dull or repetitive. Eric is also kind and empathetic - he is genuinely interested in you and your journey as a person. I highly recommend to anyone of any age and any level of fitness. More...
Steve
Working with LA fitness aka Eric , is a really rewarding experience. Eric’s wealth of knowledge is truly amazing and his workouts are tailored to your specific requirements and are always varied and push you to achieve more than you think you can. I can’t recommend LA FITNESS highly enough and look forward to training with Eric for many years to come ! More...
Olivia
I’ve been training with Eric for the past 2 years. He has educated me on nutrition, helped me to become a healthier version of myself and motivated me to stay consistent in the gym. Would highly recommend Eric to anyone! More...
Michelle buckler
Eric works with my son and I can honestly say he has absolutely enjoyed every minute of it, not only the training he has been doing but the way he explains everything to him, eric’s enthusiasm is 100% and and that has rubbed off onto my son, I would highly recommend Eric….
David
I started with Eric almost 20 years ago and have nothing but complete admiration for him. Life sometimes gets in the way, but I always migrate back to his expert PT skills. And he is now a firm family friend. His training methods work for me where others did not. I have lost significant amount of weight, over 5 stone initially this has been life changing. I would happily recommend Eric to anyone thinking about using a Personal Trainer. More...
Alex
I first met Eric about 15 years ago when our rugby team were looking to improve. Eric gave us a talk on nutrition and then a gym programme.
We had several reviews, tailoring the programme for each of our needs.....fast forward 1 playing season - we got promoted.....fast forward to a second playing season, we asked Eric to be our official "Strength and Conditioning Coach"- promotion again!!!!.....keeping things the same for the third season - promotion again!!!!.....
If ever there is proof that Eric knows what he's doing - 3 consecutive seasons of promotion is it! Not only that, 15 years later, I've got a good friend, and I still pick his brains for his wealth of knowledge.....it's simple, listen to what he says, do what he says, and you'll see the results!
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Thank you Alex. Working with someone who has your dedication and determination makes my job a whole lot easier. Much appreciated
Jack Rogers
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muddy lee1972
Excellent health club friendly staff very clean and very well equipped, I would highly recommend this health club to anyone looking for a great place to go
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Christopher Thomson
Member for four years. Good range of equipment plus family can use swimming pool at weekend.
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Scott Andrews
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Kamen Milchev Velichkov
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Zarina Burhanova
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Lee Booker
Love this health club very clean and friendly staff
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Ian Twort
Very good
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Angel demonio
Whenever we arrive at the club and Jamie is at the reception, she greets us with a big smile and we feel right at home. All the employees at this club are very professional and friendly at the same time. I highly recommend coming here to train or just have a coffee.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More...
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eyeball blim
Love this place, more equipment than you could ever dream of using.
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Scott Edwards
Fantastic gym, brilliant atmosphere, such a huge variety of equipment & the staff are incredibly helpful.
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Leonardo Cachia
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Jonathan Doerr
Top gym
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Lucie Buresova
I visited for a tour, I would say it is a decent gym for weight-lifting, has a ladies only gym as well plus boxing ring and a swimming pool with sauna, steam room and jacuzzi. Plenty of equipment but not much space around each station. Parking on-street free parking available, you will just need to enter your registration number at the reception. Sign up is possible only in person, joining fee £55 per person, £49.99 on a 12-month contract or non-contracted membership for £57.99. They do offer a joint membership option for two people which is a little bit cheaper. More...
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Lakhwinder Singh
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Sammy
Good and the bad Good points… Best gym in Medway for equipment Staff are lovely Great community (made some good friends) Bad points… No water fountains Men’s changing rooms are disgusting No cubical changing so can’t get my kids changed in private No swim shorts dryer Steam room is awful Would pay more to have a plunge pool, the cold bucket by the sauna is nice but would love a plunge pool
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Stephen Lee
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MihaiL P.
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John Pinder
Went for a viewing, is a lovely place with great facilities. Will be sifgning up this week when my other one finishes
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Mike Twyman
I'm a new member but all good so far!
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D. Hughes
Great friendly gym community. Great facilities and staff.
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Harry Howse
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jon rand
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peter hewitt
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Lukasz Grabjas
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Carl Mahoney
Over the years I have had memberships in most of the gyms in Medway and I can honestly say that Rochester Health Club is the best of the bunch. The gym is so well stocked that you can change your workout routines on a regular basis and never get bored of the place (and never spend time waiting to use equipment). Membership prices are very reasonable for the amount of equipment and facilities that are available to you. I cant see myself training anywhere else, to be honest👍 More...
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Rob Baker
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Darren Astirbadi-cox
A really great gym and the most equipped in Medway for sure. Staff are exceptionally friendly and there is great atmosphere whenever I visit. A very sociable and welcoming environment. More...
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Angus Kennedy
Great club lovely people and amazing equipment - but sadly no drinking water fountains - u have to bring your own - no.cold taps to fill water bottles either Basics So that’s why it’s a 2 Their response is you can buy water at the Reception for a £1 for a small bottle
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Gina AB
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Nikola Machovcova
Amazing. First timer...will definitely use again
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Mr Moomin
The gym and equipment are really good but the reason behind the 3 stars is that there isn't any water points/stations. Only £1 for a small bottle of water
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Gintare Mickeviciene
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Stephen Westcott
A great gym all round and the salt water pool is the clincher for me.
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Mills Summer
Best gym.
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Michał Ratyński
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slimhope1
I was previously at Nuffield, but after they shut their hot tub, and the steam room kept breaking down and the swimming pool was always full of kids I fancied a change. RHC has a superb Gym, loads of different machines, a great pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, classes. Basically everything you could want, and their team is helpful and friendly. Will be staying. More...
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Eve Moffett
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Rena Kent
Let’s start with saying I never felt welcome from day one at this place. You make eye contact with staff there and instead of welcoming you,saying simple hello I don’t know how hard that is they give you weird stares. Am paying membership for two ppl over £100 and to be treated that way is shameful. Fact you can’t even welcome your members when entering place I mean what else can I say. I do regret not listening some of the ppl who already said same thing. Gym have a lot of equipment and reason I joined is all women’s gym and the pool I can come swimming with my kids. But all women’s gym is small and doesn’t have a lot of equipment I would like to use which is really shame. I feel comfortable there mostly cos of staff who makes me feel very uncomfortable everywhere else. Let me please say there are few amazing ppl there,very kind but ones who are so rude and full of themselves just overpowered those few who are nice. There is one PT guy in particular who I feel works there to make ppl unwelcome and uncomfortable. I don’t go there so often cos of this reasons so I don’t know his name. Also after I went swimming few times with my kids there is been some weird ppl there behaving awfully,nobody came once to ask them to stop or remind the there are other ppl there too. I wonder where was that guy who walks around and behaves like he owns the place and we are all there for free to tell them that behaviour was not acceptable or he rather just makes nice ppl uncomfortable for no reason 😒 All in all once my membership ends there is no way I would come there even if they offer me to come for free. It’s really shame cos place have so much potential and with right management and right staff place can be thriving with happy members. More...
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Medway Paintinganddecoration
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Małgorzata Krawczyk
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How do you help your clients achieve their fitness goals?
With sound ,science backed nutrition and exercise. No gimmicks ,fads or social media workouts. I have been doing this for over 40 years . I use three things to achieve my clients goals. 1. Resistance training. 2. Educated nutrition. 3. Cardiovascular program. The resistance training you will do with me. I will design your nutrition but more importantly i will teach you what to eat , when to eat and how avoid to bad stuff. The cardio program has two components to it. Cardio for health and fitness , cardio for weight loss. I will teach you how and when to do both. I will also teach you time management and self motivational techniques for those difficult times.
What’s the secret to getting the body of your dreams?
Hard work. Patience. The ability to listen. Despite what you may have heard or read,there is no easy way around it. Just be patient. If you do the work it will come to you. Listen to me. Do what I tell you, and you will get everything you want. The last thing would be ,no matter what adversity come's into your life never, ever give up. As long as you keep trying you will get to where you want to be. That I can promise you.
What do you love most about your job?
Watching someone do things that at one time they thought were impossible. A client who get's back into the game of life and is enjoying it again. Educating clients. I want my clients to not only know what they are doing but why they are doing it. Understanding their bodies and proper nutrition is something they can take with them for ever. Making a client laugh.
What inspired you to start your own business?
In 1982 it was all so new and exciting. We did it because we loved it.Then there was no money in it . Every week something new was being published. The science of it all was just starting. I got hooked !I can't imagine doing anything else.
Why should our clients choose you?
There is no one better. That's not arrogance,just a fact. I take my job very seriously. Keep this one thought in mind. When you hire a personal trainer you are saying to someone " I am going to trust you with my health and my body". Don't be fooled. Do your homework. Take your time and meet with at least three before you make a decision. Some people put more time into choosing a hairdresser than a personal trainer. I am a professional. This is what I do. I have worked and studied at the highest levels. If you are serious about achieving your goals. If you are ready to get this done ,then I am your only choice. Even now, I'm trying to help you.
weight loss
Nutritional education
fitness conditioning
Fitness assessment using the Karvkonan protocol
resistance training
Teaching proper technique and program design
support !
