Personal trainer profiles
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Our Personal Trainers
Meet our team of highly qualified and experienced Personal Trainers. Each bringing their own areas of expertise to help you reach your goals. Explore their profiles to find the right fit for you, or speak to a Fitness Advisor during your next visit.
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Iain Kermode BA. Hons
Having worked in the fitness industry since 2009, Iain has supported more than 200 clients. He understands the challenge of balancing fitness with everyday commitments and focuses on helping people develop enjoyable routines that deliver results while still fitting into their lives.
Iain is a keen sportsman, having played cricket all his life, and he also enjoys strength training, golf, and football. He is the current Fitness Manager at the Sportspark.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Obesity and Diabetes
Functional Training
Corrective Exercise
Exercise Referral
Please contact iain on: I.kermode@uea.ac.uk or 01603 593865.
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Sarah Daynes
Sarah holds a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science and Management and an MRes in Sport and Leisure Management. When she began working in leisure management in 2015, she noticed a lack of inclusive fitness spaces and trainers in Norfolk. This motivated her to qualify as a personal trainer in 2017, and she has since completed additional training to specialise in inclusive fitness.
Her focus is on functional fitness, supporting clients to maintain or enhance their everyday wellbeing through tailored exercise programmes.
SPECIALITY AEAS
Level 3 Exercise for Clients with Disabilities
Level 3 Adapting Exercise for Independently Active, Older People
Level 3 Exercise Referral
Level 3 Adapting Exercise for Ante Natal and Post Natal Clients
To book an appointment or ask further questions, please email Sarah: sarah.medler@uea.ac.uk
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Rae Goodacre
Rae has been interested in fitness from a young age and first aspired to become a personal trainer and coach at 14, shortly after joining the gym. Their passion for coaching grew from building their own confidence through training, and they are committed to helping others experience the same. Rae has been training for 10 years, starting with functional fitness alongside football before transitioning into CrossFit and Hyrox.
Rae aims to create a safe, comfortable space for anyone to train. Their focus is on inspiring, motivating, and supporting clients as they build consistency, develop sustainable habits, and celebrate every achievement along the way.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Body confidence
Weightlifting
CrossFit and Hyrox
Please contact Rae at: rae.goodacre@uea.ac.uk
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Adam Todd
Adam has been a Personal Trainer since 2017 and a Strength and Conditioning coach since 2018. With a lifelong sporting background, his passion for training grew from wanting to improve his own performance, and he now uses that knowledge to help others reach their full potential. He prides himself on delivering excellent customer care and creating programmes that are both fun and effective, ensuring steady progress toward each client’s goals.
While Adam aspires to work full-time as a Strength and Conditioning coach, he already enjoys supporting athletes who want to improve their speed, strength, and agility.
SPECIALITY AREA
Athletic development (strength, power, speed, and agility)
Body composition (hypertrophy and weight loss)
Experienced in coaching correct technique
Return to play
Degree in Applied Sport Science
Please contact Adam at: adam.todd@atp-norfolk.co.uk or 07805641587.
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Aaron Vincent
Aaron is an experienced personal trainer with thousands of hours coaching hundreds of clients. Whether a client’s goal is weight loss, muscle gain, athletic performance, or simply feeling more confident in the gym, he helps them achieve it.
Although Aaron has been involved in sport and bodybuilding most of his life, he also experienced depression and addiction in his 20s, which left him unfit, unhealthy, and obese. Overcoming that journey allows him to relate to both seasoned gym-goers and beginners starting out. He offers personal training, tailored programmes, nutrition and meal planning, plus full online, message, and phone support to keep clients on track.
SPECIALITY AREAS
BSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Coaching
Advanced Sports Nutrition Diploma
Advanced Resistance Training Certificate
Exercise for Fat Loss Certificate
Bodyweight Strength Training Certificate
Japanese Ju-Jitsu Black Belt
Please contact Aaron on 07855 274188 or via aaron.vincent@uea.ac.uk
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Joe Brown
Aaron is an experienced personal trainer with thousands of hours coaching hundreds of clients. Whether a client’s goal is weight loss, muscle gain, athletic performance, or simply feeling more confident in the gym, he helps them achieve it.
Although Aaron has been involved in sport and bodybuilding most of his life, he also experienced depression and addiction in his 20s, which left him unfit, unhealthy, and obese. Overcoming that journey allows him to relate to both seasoned gym-goers and beginners starting out. He offers personal training, tailored programmes, nutrition and meal planning, plus full online, message, and phone support to keep clients on track.
SPECIALITY AREAS
BSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Coaching
Advanced Sports Nutrition Diploma
Advanced Resistance Training Certificate
Exercise for Fat Loss Certificate
Bodyweight Strength Training Certificate
Japanese Ju-Jitsu Black Belt
Please contact Aaron on 07855 274188 or via aaron.vincent@uea.ac.uk
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Josh De Monte
Josh is a sports student and personal trainer at the UEA Sportspark. He began his journey in personal training and assisting clients over three years ago and has loved every moment of it. His mission is to help people get fit and healthy, focusing on gym-based training and calisthenics. Whether clients want to lose weight, build muscle, or learn new skills, Josh is dedicated to facilitating their fitness journey.
Josh’s introduction to health and fitness came over five years ago through calisthenics, a form of training that focuses on mastering bodyweight exercises with minimal equipment. He now shares his knowledge and experience to help others achieve their goals.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Contact Josh at: j.de-monte@uea.ac.uk
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Tyree Poll-White
Tyree is a personal trainer who focuses on creating tailored programmes to help clients reach their goals while building confidence in the gym. He places a strong emphasis on teaching correct form and full range of motion, ensuring clients get the maximum benefit from every session. Training with Tyree is both challenging and fun, with new exercises regularly introduced to keep sessions fresh and push boundaries.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Coach
Level 2 Kettlebell Instructor
Core Work
Boxing Pad Work & MMA Drills
Cardiovascular Endurance
Level 2 Studio Spinning
Muscular Hypertrophy
Please contact Tyree at pollwhitefitness@gmail.com or 07732 116426.
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Conni Arnold
Conni is an experienced group exercise instructor and personal trainer. She works with adults who want to start lifting weights for health, strength, and injury prevention, as well as group exercise participants who want to use the gym effectively alongside their classes. She is passionate about the mental and physical health benefits of exercise and is currently completing her Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Clients with Long Term Health Conditions.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Level 3 Supporting Clients with Long Term Conditions
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Level 2 Exercise to Music
Les Mills BodyCombat, BodyPump & BodyBalance
Please contact Conni at connifitness@outlook.com
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Reece Stimpson
Reece is an enthusiastic personal trainer who aims to make exercise enjoyable. He has years of experience working with clients of all abilities and keeps sessions fresh, varied, and engaging to help clients stay motivated and on track toward their goals.
He adapts his coaching style to suit each individual, ensuring workouts are both effective and rewarding.
SPECIALITY AREAS
GP Exercise Referral Specialist
Level 4 Low Back Pain Management
Exercise for Older Adults
Exercise Management of Chronic Disease and Disabilities
Weight Loss & Weight Management
Muscular Strength and Hypertrophy
Please contact Reece at reece@fill.fit or 07841 939668.
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Daisy Mattless
Daisy has been a competitive swimmer from a young age, which instilled in her an appreciation for the consistency and mindset required to progress and achieve at a high level. She understands that success in any area of life starts with taking care of one’s wellbeing. For Daisy, training is a journey of building inner, mental, and physical strength, embracing the process, and progressing at an individual pace.
She operates from a calm, present approach, dedicated to helping others feel empowered from the inside out.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Level 3 Personal Training
Competitive Swimming, Running & Weight Lifting
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Building Muscle
Tone and Sculpt
Please contact Daisy at daisymattless@yahoo.co.uk or 07792 834153.
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Ben Bumphrey
Ben is passionate about fitness and wellbeing. He works with clients recovering from injury, striving for elite performance, or just starting out, helping them reach their goals through positive, fun, and challenging training. Ben aims to build confidence, boost motivation, and support clients in becoming the best version of themselves. He prides himself on adapting to individual needs and making every session engaging, effective, and results-driven.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Muscle Toning and Hypertrophy (Muscle Gain)
Lower Limb Strength Training
Post Injury Rehabilitation
Body Confidence
Level 3 Personal Trainer / Sports Massage Therapist
Please contact Ben at B.Bumphrey@uea.ac.uk or 07909 274761.
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Alastair Baggiony-Taylor
Alastair began his fitness journey feeling apprehensive about training alone and avoiding free-weight areas, but he has developed into an experienced multi-sport coach, working in youth team sport, swim teaching, and strength & conditioning for sub-elite athletes. Having graduated after four years at university, he understands the pressures of academic life, time constraints, and lifestyle habits. Using this experience and his own training philosophy, Alastair aims to optimise fitness around busy schedules, helping clients achieve their sporting or personal goals while promoting body positivity and balance. He is always seeking new challenges to expand his knowledge and push both himself and his clients to achieve more than they thought possible.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Mindfulness, Wellness, & Healthy Living
Strength and Conditioning
Exercise for Performance
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 2 Gym Instructor
To book an appointment or ask further questions, please email Alastair at A.Baggiony-Taylor@uea.ac.uk
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Nada Sayed Ahmed
Nada is a qualified personal trainer who is passionate about helping others build confidence and strength in and out of the gym. She focuses on making fitness accessible, enjoyable, and tailored to individual needs. Whether clients want to lose weight, gain muscle, boost endurance, or simply feel better in their bodies, Nada guides and supports them every step of the way.
With a background in sports development and martial arts, she understands the dedication and mindset needed to achieve long-term results. Her approach is centred on creating fun, structured, and effective workouts that keep clients motivated while pushing them toward their goals.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 2 Gym Instructor
BSc Sports Development
To arrange an appointment or for further information, please contact Nada at n.sayed-ahmed@uea.ac.uk
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Alice Rissen
Alice is a personal trainer who has been lifting weights for over five years. She is passionate about encouraging women to lift weights and experience the confidence and strength it brings. Her approach is adaptable and professional, with a focus on proper technique and steady, sustainable progress.
Alice has trained clients of varying abilities, providing tailored guidance and support. She is committed to attention to detail and genuine encouragement, helping clients achieve their goals effectively and safely.
SPECIALITY AREAS
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 2 Gym Instructor
Les Mills Cycle – RPM
Mental Health First Aider
To arrange an appointment or for further information, please contact Alice at a.rissen@uea.ac.uk