Coaches
Matt Hancocks (Bsc, Dip Sp Th.):- Personal Trainer / Massage Therapist
Bsc (Hons) sport & Exercise Science
HND Sports Science with sports injuries
Diploma Sports Therapy & Massage
Register of exercise professionals: level 3
BACKGROUND
Head Fitness Coach Leeds Boys F.C
Completed Flora London Marathon 2004 with a client
Great North Run 2004, 2005, 2006
My interest in sport and health began at an early age as a keen athlete, during which time I started to gain the basic knowledge of fitness for life. Over the years my passion about health and fitness increased and it became inevitable that it was going to play a significant role in my life, it was to become my career. I decided that I wanted to help people understand what fitness is all about and experience the positive effects it can have mentally and physically.
I graduated from university with BSc (hons) in Sport and Exercise and have several years experience as a fitness consultant and personal training co-ordinator. I decided to establish and develop my own personal training company, creating tailored, personalised fitness programmes, covering a range of abilities and locations.It was soon realised that I gained a lot of job-satisfaction and personal reward from helping people improve the quality of their lives, but this was just the first step in my own self-development.
The second step was to take my qualifications and experience abroad, I went on a 12-month, opportunity of a lifetime, trip around the world, experiencing different cultures and training ideologies. I returned with an open mind and several new ideas and no longer just want to help people with their exercise regimes, but help improve their life forever, and encourage you all to live the life you imagined.
Ian Bush (Bsc, Dip):- Personal Trainer
Bsc (Hons) Sports Science
Register of exercise professionals: level 3
BACKGROUND
I have been personal training for over 5 years now and have had great success with my clients over this time. I love my job, being able to work closely with individuals to help them achieve their goals is what really motivates me. I left University with a 2:1 degree in Sport Science in 2001. After studying modules such as motivation in sport psychology, weight management and exercise rehabilitation I gained a vast knowledge of what it takes to achieve your goals through exercise. I truly believe that exercise not only improves your chances of a longer life by reducing the risk of many health related illnesses but also improves your quality of life immensely by reducing stress, improving sleep and increasing self esteem. I love keeping fit myself and always aspire to continuously improve. I believe that training is all about being practical, functional and most of all enjoyable but not without a little hard work!
Ben Free (HND, Master Dip ):- Personal Trainer
HND Business Marketing
Master Diploma Personal Training
Register of exercise professionals: level 3
BACKGROUND
I have been Personal Training for nearly two years, working in some of the best nationally recognised Health & Fitness clubs.
I have always enjoyed sports and regularly played football and rugby throughout my school years. As well as being a competitive motorcycle trials rider up to the age of 18.
My interest in the health and fitness Industry grew whilst studying for my HND Business Marketing. In March 2006 I wanted to further my education and link my two interests by completing a Master diploma in Personal Training.
After studying such modules as weight management, Injury rehabilitation, advanced programming, nutrition, and sport conditioning. I have gained the knowledge to help my clients succeed. I get a lot of fulfilment out of helping people achieve their goals in fitness and by using my own experience and continuing education I feel I have a positive effect on the wellbeing of my clients whatever their aims may be.
Rebecca Stubbs (Bsc, NT.):- Nutritional Therapist
Bsc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences
Diploma in Optimum Nutritional Therapy
BACKGROUND
Rebecca studied for her degree in Biomedical Sciences at the Medical School, University of Newcastle upon Tyne.
It was during her degree that Rebecca developed a keen interest in nutrition and the implications foods have on the body. Rebecca has a particular interest in bowel disorders, having studied Coeliac Disease in some depth.
After University, Rebecca’s interest in nutrition led her to study for a Diploma in Optimum Nutritional Therapy at Premier Training International, one of the UK's leading colleges for training in the Health and Fitness industry.
Scientists and researchers are finally discovering how correct nutrition can be both preventative and curative.
Rebecca offers many different Nutritional services from allegy testing to group workshops and is a credit to the elev8 team, more information can be obtained from her personal site 'it's all about food'
Charlotte Cirell:- Pilates Coach
Body Control Pilates Instructor
Christine Chawla :- Pilates Coach
Cert. Pilates Instruction (all levels)
CR Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Exercise and Fitness.
Advanced Mat Syllabus in the New York Method of Pilates.
BACKGROUND
Christine is a well respected member of the elev8 team. She is Pilates Institute trained and has also been awarded the OCR level 2 certificate in Teaching Exercise and fitness. She has also successfully completed the advanced mat syllabus in the New York method of Pilates.
Christine has always had a very keen interest in exercise and fitness and became interested in Pilates about seven years ago. Having always suffered from 'niggly' back problems she started attending Pilates classes after the birth of her son. After months of regularly attending the class, Christine noticed that her back no longer bothered her.
She became a devotee of Pilates and enjoyed the benefits so much, she then decided to become an Instructor. Pilates is something Christine really enjoys and has a passion for which is demonstrated in her methods of teaching. Christine believes Pilates can benefit everyone, whatever level of fitness, gender or age.
Anne Bond :- Yoga Coach
Teacher's Diploma in Hatha Yoga (British Wheel of Yoga)
Diploma in Holistic Clinical Aromatherapy
Member of the Institute for Learning & Teaching in Higher Education
Certificate in Daoyin Tao (Chinese massage Therapy)
BACKGROUND
Anne completed a British wheel of Yoga (BWY) Teacher's Diploma in 1995 and has been teaching Hatha Yoga to a range of students for the past 10 years. Anne is also a qualified aromatherapist and practitioner of Daoyin Tao, which she uses to offer a more holistic and scientfically researched approach to the practice of Yoga and life. Anne can offer people help with stress management and access a more positive approach to their life. Making her a valuable member of the elev8 team.
