Personal Training
Personal Training works for some people when other methods of training have failed, the main reason for this is 'Motivation'. When your training regime hits a plateau and training methods become uninspiring and boring you need to invest in a Personal Trainer. You will be encouraged and pushed to the levels necessary for your body to respond positively.
Your trainer will devote their full attention to you, providing encouragement ensuring that every session is safe and effective as possible. You will be taken through a structured exercise routine building on past achievements and the limits you can reach are far greater than you could ever imagine.
Your workout sessions will be fun, not only because you are working out with someone, but will also be introduced to a whole new world of training. Over time you will learn a huge number of fresh, fun and effective exercises which you can use on your own once you are competent to do so.
The fact that the sessions are supervised means that you will experience more superior results than you would if you were to exercise by yourself and because you are paying for it, you are more likely not to miss a session.
Whether you are a professional athlete seeking to perfect your game, a determined competitor looking for that extra edge, or an active individual student intent on improving performance in any competitive or recreational sport, we can help. Everyone from 8 to 80 is an athlete, including individuals who simply want to be in better physical condition.
Mark Daley
Health, Fitness and Operations Manager
Mark Daley
Health, Fitness and Operations Manager
“Mark is responsible for the gyms, health and fitness programmes as well as maintenance of the club and is The Clubs Deputy Manager.
He’s worked in the industry for almost 40 years during which time he has managed several large commercial gyms and the Christchurch and district Doctor Referral scheme.
His Personal sporting achievements include Surrey County Champion Swimmer and NABBA South Britain Bodybuilding winner”
Also, on Ali Bolson’s description, it should include “been known to walk the length if the gym ‘on her hands’”
Sansdra Hewson
Holistic Therapist
Sansdra Hewson
Holistic Therapist
Sandra has been in the industry for over 25 years and as well as being an excellent PT she is also a highly qualified holistic therapist with exceptional massage skills and reflexology.
In her spare time, she runs marathons and competes in Iron-Man triathlons for fun!
You could say she’s a tough northern bird.
Georgia Nankivell
Pilates Instructor
Georgia Nankivell
Pilates Instructor
Georgia grew up in Australia playing every sport under the sun but competed to a high level in beach volleyball. Nowadays she enjoys Crossfit to keep fit and healthy.
She is currently studying at the College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM) in London to become a Nutrition Therapist, so she can combine both fitness and nutrition in a synergistic way.
In addition, Georgia is an enthusiastic Pilates instructor and will always go the extra mile to help her clients reach their goals.
Dan Boughton
Personal Trainer
Dan Boughton
Personal Trainer
Dan is a polite well-rounded personal trainer that has worked with an array of clients. He is always looking to learn the latest research and improve his knowledge, his latest focus being on the importance of sleep.
Dan has taken the running club at West Hants, taught Hi 30 (high intensity interval workout), but in his own time enjoys to attend CrossFit and compete.
Clare Tilsed
Body Pump, Spin and Midline teacher, Swimming Instructor
Clare Tilsed
Body Pump, Spin and Midline teacher, Swimming Instructor
Clare Tilsed has been at the West Hants club for 12 years.
Clare teaches Body Pump, Spin, Midline classes and is also a Swimming Instructor.
Her children are aged 10 and 8 and has experience of working with pre and post natal clients.
Clare trained in Shotokan karate and reached black belt and was world champion in the 90s, more recently she trained and took part in body fitness category in a bodybuilding competition.
Ollie Griggs
Personal Trainer
Ollie Griggs
Personal Trainer
Ollie is our newest member of the gym team, with a great attitude and a passion for health and fitness.
Ollie was previously playing professional football for Eastleigh FC, however he now plays semi-pro football with Dorchester Town.
Ollie has a keen passion on working with a wide range of clients and has a real interest with working with specific sport athletes.
Ali Bolson
Pump Teacher, Personal Trainer
Ali Bolson
Pump Teacher, Personal Trainer
Ali worked with Mark Daley (Gym Manager) running the Doctor Referral scheme at Christchurch before joining the team at The New West Hants Club in 1999.
Ali also teaches pump and is a personal trainer.
Ali has a background as a successful Gymnast becoming Dorset County Champion and has been known to walk the entire length of the gym on her hands when the mood takes her.
Adrian Woodall
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Adrian Woodall
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Adrian is a qualified Strength & Conditioning coach and runs Westover CrossFit at TheWest Hants.
Adrian is extremely knowledgeable and has 20 years experience in the industry.
Adrian is a great all-round sportsman and is a true practitioner of what he preaches.
Hannah Coope
Personal Trainer
Hannah Coope
Personal Trainer
Prior to qualifying as a Personal trainer Hannah had been a member of the West Hants Club for 12 years.
After many years of working in an office environment Hannah decided to take the leap to turning her hobby into her profession.
She is now keen to share her passion and enthusiasm with all, and this comes across through the classes she teaches, both Circuits and Spinning.
Hannah is a keen runner, competing in the Bournemouth Bay Half every year, and having completed the first Bournemouth marathon.
Cleo Woodall
Personal Trainer
Cleo Woodall
Personal Trainer
Cleo has been Personal training at the club since 2007 and has a reputation for being Miss Enthusiasm.
She has achieved 3rd place in the World Armature Natural Bodybuilding finals in Florida and more recently undertaken some of her hardest workouts resulting in the birth of her beautiful daughter Lexi with another on the way.
Maxine Craig
Personal Trainer
Maxine Craig
Personal Trainer
Maxine is a well-rounded personal trainer whose experience allows her to adapt to all clients.
She is adept in managing and rehabilitating those with injuries, short/ long term conditions, training for weight loss and strength, and is the club’s resident expert in Zen Yoga and meditation.
She has also achieved Advanced Instructor status in LesMills BodyCombat and is pending the same title in BodyBalance and BodyPump.
Steve Legg
Personal Trainer
Steve Legg
Personal Trainer
Steve has his UKSCA Strength coach qualification, and a background in Sports Science.
He has a good knowledge and a wealth of experience in sport specific training.
He’s worked with Rugby clubs (Bournemouth RFC), football clubs (AFC Bournemouth) and individual athletes and gained a reputation as a go to man for sports S&C.
Jo Woodall
Personal Trainer
Jo Woodall
Personal Trainer
Jo is a personal trainer who also teaches Spin, Hi 30 (high intensity interval workout) and Midline Express (core stability).
Jo was a previous European and International Bodybuilding Champion (IFBB & EFBB) and a current high-level National CrossFit competitor.
