VT Personal Training
York, City of York
(39)
York, City of York
(39)
From overweight office worker to personal trainer! Ive been there, I know what it takes to make the changes you want to make! I
Know something something of the journey you’re embarking on and I’m here to ensure you’re not alone! Training is offered either as Face to Face (via video call where necessary/ needed) or by remote programming tailored specifically for you, your needs, abilities, available equipment and time availability!
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39 customer reviews
Sam Bradbury
After so long of hating the way I look, not being able to fit in my clothes and trying every fad diet going, I put out a public plea for help and Viv responded.
She has created a tailored program which has helped me start feeling so much better about myself. I have so much more energy and have started being able to fit back into some of my old clothes.
Viv is not just a personal trainer, she becomes your own personal cheerleader too... The support she gives is incredible and is always there if you have any questions or are struggling with anything.
I am excited to continue working with her and finally get the body I want.
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Rachel
Viv is so easy to talk to and listens, honestly listens! She produces workouts around you, your lifestyle and any equipment you may have whilst also tailoring the plan to your goals. I never feel like a “cut and paste”. Viv has also helped with my nutrition to the point I have leaned out whilst gaining muscle and still full of energy. One of the best points is you never feel like a bother when messaging and she will always answer. Totally a great find. More...
Carol Norris
I’ve been having PT with Viv for over a year now, but have known and trained with her for many years. She is so enthusiastic and supports whatever I’m working towards. Pushes me when I need it and really listens and reacts if I’m fatigued etc. Viv’s not only helped me on my training goals but also a great friend and listens through the tough times. Feel completely supported by her and whenever I message her, she always responds quickly with whatever I need etc. Love my sessions, both in person and virtual in the current climate. Would not hesitate in recommending Viv to anyone More...
Lizi
Viv has been my trainer for a few years now, and has totally transformed my body and my physical performance. I came to her feeling very shy but with a desire to learn how to lift weights, fast forward a few years and I’ve lost dress sizes, a whole load of fat, gained muscle and confidence and even competed in a fitness competition.
Training is always tailored, she is receptive to your goals and structures her programmes to best help you meet them. I cannot recommend her enough.
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Jay Commins
I started training with Viv a few weeks before lockdown in face-to-face sessions in the gym, and boy did she work me hard! Pushed me to my limits whilst working round a back injury which kept flaring up. During lockdown, her training plans have kept me going and active, and a weekly online training session has kept me very much on track. My fitness has improved hugely, as has my strength, and I'm finally losing the dad bod. Do I come out of her sessions peppy and full of energy? No, I can barely stand and am dripping with sweat - but that's the point, isn't it?! Throughout the week, we keep in touch via messages, and she's always there to answer any questions about technique or things I'm finding tough. Highly recommend Viv - she has changed my mindset and my body tremendously over the last four months. More...
Viki
Looking for a personal trainer can be a challenge. You just think you’ve found one and then something just isn’t right for you.
When I saw Viv’s profile I was excited because she seemed like she had experience of building fitness and losing weight and was able to advise on nutrition. Nutritional advice was important to me as I had been struggling to balance losing weight and having enough energy for the workouts I had been trying to do myself.
I laugh now because our first couple of chats involved me reeling off all my past injuries (so many!) and where I still had pain. With viv’s help I have been able to get stronger and change my body shape in line with my goals.
It hasn’t been easy and I still have work to do but Viv has been so supportive through my ups and downs and has been able to adapt my routine to fit what I am able to do.
I would definitely recommend giving Viv a call, you won’t be sorry. There are times I still find difficult but Viv is always supportive and understanding and is always able to make me laugh. The more you put in the more you will get out of it and the results are there for the taking of you are willing to work hard.
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LC
Viv is a super PT, she is passionate for you to reach your goals and get the results you’ve longed for. She is your biggest supporter & her workouts are challenging as well as exciting and bespoke to you. I am loving my fitness journey with Viv! More...
Jemma
Viv is a bundle of energy who always helps me to stay motivated and makes sessions fun. She understands my goals and what makes me tick and ensures I am always moving out of my comfort zone as I progress. Excellent Pt with a great understanding of people. More...
Sue Terry
I've been training with Viv for a few years. I have built up good muscle strength & tone. I'm much stronger plus I'm in my late 50"s but still able to do all exercises because Viv explains them really well teaches them at your pace.
She'll make it easier, then once you understand what to do then makes it harder but within limits. I've never hurt myself doing Viv's workouts. She's great fun! We always have a laugh no matter how tired I am!
Definitely feels like training with a friend!!
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Abel Seaer
Staff and equipment quality
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Agnieszka Winiarska
good gym but really busy
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Dom Chalk
When the York Puregym first opened I thought it was up there with all the other ones in terms of equipment and set up, however it doesn't feel like it's aged well. I would suggest more refreshing would bring it back into line with the other ones. Amending previous review up from 3 to 4 as it still has a decent range of equipment. Just needs a bit of smartening up IMHO. More...
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Lucio Michele Longo
Yes, sure. I will add it now: So, between the time I usually go (18-20), the gym is extremely busy and I need to wait in order to have a bit of work out. I am aware this does not depend on you...but maybe, buying additional equipment may help. The parking is extremely full. Especially after B&M parking has been closed due to the fire. Moreover, I got my car damaged once.... The changing room is very cold! During the winter I can't benefit from it. Moreover, the new showers are just very uncomfortable. The water keeps switched off every 30 seconds and the very little of water comes out due to the poor shower head. Need to cancel my subscription, unfortunately. I think it may worthy to pay more and be able to enjoy a little bit more my work out. More...
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Grace Monteith
The gym is great for its price but unfortunately there doesn't appear to be a cap on the number of members they will accept. At peak times, you can find yourself waiting for groups of people to use machines at once. This means lots of people are standing around. Perhaps they need to have a second floor of equipment (?)However, the classes and personal trainers are great and being open 24 hours gives so much more flexibility. More...
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Noir Proxy
Left Bannatynes to try Pure and the place is a disaster. Free weights are left everywhere. Asked staff if they would tidy up and they couldn’t care at all. Making me do their job just so someone wouldn’t get hurt! Members using barbells without weight guards on a weekend meaning the weight can just fall off and potentially on to someone’s foot! No moderating whatsoever! Disgusted in the upkeep and fully regret coming here. I’ll probably take the hit and go back to Bannatynes if the extra £10 just means I’m paying for a maintained and safe gym! Take photos of the heavier ones I’m in no way risking my safety tidying for the staff! More...
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Michelle Smirthwaite
Loved it. Great gym, great price
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michael thorpe
Loads of parking and good amount of equipment to cater for all types
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Moe
It deserves a 5 star, the gym is excellent but the 3 star review is because the gym is just too cold. A heater would be great!
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Hannah Saunders
Great gym at a decent price with good variety of equipment. Would have given a 5 star but they recently removed their 5pm classes which I enjoyed going to with 5. 30-6.30pm classes having long waiting lists. More...
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Joseph Brookshaw
Always plenty of equipment available to use unlike some gym iv used ,spotless to
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Matthew Bell
It's fine. Gets very busy in the evening
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Gabbie Mountain
Love it here, come 4 times a week and the classes are great. Get to meet so many new people
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Richard Stirk
Been going since it opened. Price is great. There's often a few bits of kit out of order and the rope pulling machine has disappeared completely which was one of my regular exercise items.
I tend not to go at peak times so it's not usually too busy and you can usually get onto the kit you want.
It's ALWAYS too cold though. I've overheard a few people saying the same. I know we warm up during exercise but I think they could done down the air-con a bit. And conversely the (men's) showers can be very hot. That's been a bit of a problem since opening.
Having said all this is still recommend it. It's always open, well priced and they have lots of kit.
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Speklz
Disabled lifts helpful app So can see how manys in, lots of weights, free weights, machines and cardio. Open 24/7 even open Xmas.
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I Mick
Mix of people. Good variety of equipment. Excellent if you want to just get on with it
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Joel Johnson
Great, run of the mill gym without and fancy expensive frills or unneeded extras. Lots of decent equipment and a cheap monthly membership.
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Lee Swithenbank
Let down by general maintenance, for the past two months the toilet cubicle door has not had a lock on the door, lockers need replacing/fixing also barbell clips are scarce also there's not a single foam roller in the building.
The issues would seem straight forward and cheap but have not been sorted
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Edd Thorpe
Can get a bit busy sometimes but still a good atmosphere, PT's are always around and offering advice and the facilities are always immaculate
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Peter Owens
Big gym. Loads of kit. Best of the Pure Gyms I've been to.
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David Barker
Unbelievable range of equipment, great classes, PTs always on hand to give advice - and for such a good price. Brilliant.
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Karl Ellis
a huge amount of equipment suitable for many different activies which you would want to do or need. even during the most busy times people are friendly, willing to help and something is free to use
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Shane Daniel
Best gym i've ever used. Staff are class! No frills but clean, well maintained and a great social side if you want it.
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Alastair Hunt
New build gym, fully equipped.
Only popped in to use the facilities after the York 10k, very impressed with the set up
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Dami B
Open 24 hours which is perfect as my rota charges all the time. No frills but there are classes you can book in advance. Lots of parking spaces. I haven't been during peak times yet so can't comment on what it is like then More...
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Chloé-Jayne B
Great gym with plenty of facilities. Even in the busy period we could find a locker, and usually machines to use. The weights area was normally a bit packed but never had an issue with getting out workouts done. Plenty of parking space too.
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Ian M
Good equipment. But gets to busy. Which is OK for the gym but not for the customer
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Lisa Laverick
Love it here. Big building, high ceilings. Lots of machines and great hot showers. Very helpful staff.
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Andrew Chudnovsky
Accessible, easy, clean. Wish there were more power lifting racks.
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Gary Preston
Pretty cheap. Open 24/7. Clean. Plenty of kit. Nice environment. Plenty classes
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How do you help your clients achieve their fitness goals?
I provide training programmes according to the clients’ goals, needs, available time, equipment, space and current ability! I give them nutrition advice and guidance as well as being constantly available for support via message on most platforms whenever needed.
What’s the secret to getting the body of your dreams?
Consistancy! Doing something, no matter how small, on a regular basis is better than doing nothing!
What do you love most about your job?
Helping people to achieve their goals! The messages I receive from clients telling me how they’ve been able to fit into an outfit they’ve not worn for ages, telling me about how they can now walk up the stairs without getting out of breath, or they can play wirh their kids without getting over tired; thats what i do my job for! I share in your joys as well as your hardships, and it makes my heart sing to see you guys so happy!
What inspired you to start your own business?
A very well timed redundancy 8 years ago! I used to be a Pension Administrator, I’d joined the gym and lost over 4 stone! We got given 12 months notice of our impending redundancy and all I felt was joy! Finally! I could spend my days helping to make people feel as good as i did!
Why should our clients choose you?
I have over 8 years of experience of helping people to lose weight (up to and over 10 stone), tone up, build their strength and confidence, run half marathons, enter (and reach the finals of) crossfit competions, put their T2 diabetes on hold, show their children a healthy and active lifestyle, feel amazing on their wedding days and in their beachwear and simply be able to walk up their stairs without getting breathless! No matter what your goal is, I can help, and if I can’t, I’ll be sure to refer you to someone more appropriate/better qualified!
Face to Face Training
This service is currently offered via video call!
In times of non-global pandemic and national lockdown these sessions can continue to be held via video call or can be moved to in-person sessions at Unit17c Fitness in York!
Workout programmes to follow in your own time are provided, fully personalised for your goals, current fitness level, time and equipment availability!
Nutritional advice and guidance is provided!
Full support provided via message!
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Fully personalised personal programming!
Written for you, according to your current fitness level, your goals, needs, time and equipment availability!
Programmes are written for the month ahead but can be adjusted theoughout the month based on your feedback!
Nutritional advice and guidance is also given to help you to eat for health and to reach your goals!
Always available for support via message!
