Personal Training
We have recruited some of the best Personal Trainers from across Glasgow to enhance your personal training sessions.
Your Personal Trainer works with you throughout each session, improving your techniques, recording your progress and developing and enhancing your training programme. They provide the key motivation and encouragement as you achieve your predetermined goals.
Personal Training is available, to all our members, at both the Stevenson building and Garscube Sports Complex.
Chris Barr
"Having worked in the Health and Fitness industry as a Personal Trainer for over 8 years, I have an in-depth knowledge of effective training techniques that I can utilise to help you reach your goals. Whether you are looking to lose weight, build muscle or improve your performance in a sport, I’m here to help.
Throughout my career, I have successfully worked with a range of clients of differing fitness levels and abilities. I place great importance in getting to know you and understanding what the key drivers are behind your goals. This helps me customise all aspects of the process from training and nutrition programmes, to how we will approach sessions in the gym.
I am incredibly passionate about what I do and enjoy working with my clients to develop their fitness and strength. Having trained other athletes and competed myself in Powerlifting competitions, I understand the importance of improving essential exercises, techniques, mental fitness and nutrition to achieve a complete health package."
Book your session with Chris today:
Tel: 07920 263 501
David Carr
"With more than 15 years experience in health and fitness I’ve coached thousands of people from all walks of life and from a whole spectrum of ability. This has allowed me to refine my approach to programming and client care in order to guarantee the best outcomes for everyone on an individual, bespoke level.
As a trainer, I believe in a tailored approach for my clients and work hard to ensure that everyone who trains with me receives a programme that they get results from, but ultimately one that they enjoy. After all, the best programme for anyone is always the one that they will actually do!
Whether you respond to being shouted at or having an arm around your shoulder, prefer details or simple instructions, are happy losing a few pounds or want six-pack abs, with me you will receive the guidance and support that you need as an individual to get the results that you want and deserve."
Book your session with David today:
Tel: 07850 143 806
Sam Degg
"I am passionate about physical activity, exercise, and wellbeing. I have experience working in commercial gyms and have led the University of Glasgow’s Active Lifestyle Wellbeing Programme. Currently, I work as a freelance Personal Trainer at Garscube and also as a firefighter.
I have trained many people from various backgrounds and abilities. I help them enjoy the physical and mental benefits of exercise. My focus areas include:
Individuality - I believe in a personalised approach to training. Everyone has different goals and motivations, and I can help you achieve yours.
Confidence - I want to help you build your fitness and confidence, both in exercise and in life. A healthy lifestyle supports a healthy mind and improves overall wellbeing.
Enjoyment - I think it’s important for my clients to enjoy their sessions. I work hard to make sure you get the most from our time together while having fun."
Book your session with Sam today:
Tel: 07445 313912
Jo Holt
"I have a strong passion for outdoor activities and have engaged in various sports from a young age, appreciating the benefits of being active in nature.
My approach to working with clients centres on three key aspects:
Longevity - I focus on injury prevention, recovery, and holistic health solutions, promoting long-term wellness and vitality.
Personal Experience - As a working mother, I understand the challenges many of my clients face. My real-life experiences allow me to relate to their journeys and better address their individual needs.
Relationships - I feel privileged to have built strong bonds with many clients throughout my career. By adapting to their needs and helping them work toward their personal goals, I have witnessed the positive, and often life-changing, impact of my work on their lives."
Book your session with Jo today:
Tel: 07385 755754
Grace McLaren
"As a personal trainer and Physiotherapist, I have a passion for movement in any form and thoroughly enjoy assisting individuals in integrating exercise and activity into their daily lives.
Forming habits to remain consistently active provides a variety of health benefits, to ensure a long and happy life.
I am particularly passionate about educating individuals on the benefits of weight training and functional fitness. I also specialise in introductory running programmes, injury prevention and rehabilitation, mobility and flexibility, body recomposition and weight loss.
Please contact me for a free consultation (no-obligation), during which we can discuss your personal goals and form a plan in which to achieve them.
I offer both individual and group personal training sessions!"
Book your session with Grace today:
Tel: 07730 482768
Farrah Nawaz
"I’m passionate about sports coaching and have worked with athletes in basketball, volleyball, and football. After several years coaching basketball, I now offer personal training sessions where I love helping clients achieve their fitness goals in a fun and motivating way.
When working with athletes, I create personalised programmes that include sport-specific exercises to boost their performance.
I offer a variety of training types, including plyometrics, Olympic weightlifting, functional training, strength training, speed and agility workouts, and flexibility and stability exercises. I always make sure everyone includes some cardio to keep things balanced!
I also focus on workouts tailored to help with weight loss or weight gain, guiding you through healthy nutrition to support your journey. Let’s work together to achieve your goals!"
Book your session with Farrah today:
Tel: 07943 717 654
Laura Wright
"I believe that exercise should work for you. It should fit into your daily life, around studying, work and exams. It should be fun and not a form of punishment!
Moving is one of the simplest joys and I’m here to give you the confidence and tools to get you started. That could be help in running your first marathon, climbing a Munro, learning how to weightlift, losing weight, or maybe it's about finding your confidence, knowing a friendly face in the dreaded weights room, working out what you enjoy and what keeps you motivated, I’m happy to help!
I’m an advocate of exercise in promoting positive mental wellbeing: for me exercise, specifically yoga and weightlifting, have been invaluable for my own mental health. I lead an active life and enjoy many sports such as mountaineering, triathlons, open water swimming and ski touring.
Just send me an email or catch me in the gym and we can figure out a plan!"
Book your session with Laura today:
Tel: 0798 355 6770
Learn2 Courses & Workshops
Looking for more support and training after your induction?
UofG Sport has plenty of courses, workshops and entry-level group training sessions to help you start your fitness and wellbeing journey! Perfect for beginners, check out our Learn2 courses and Group Strength Training!