Hello! I am a personal trainer and health coach working out of a private home gym in Alnwick Northumberland.
I’m also a qualified yoga and PIlates instructor, I use a blend of yoga, Pilates and personal training methodology such as resistance work in order to help my clients reach their goals.I have yet to work with a client who hasn’t needed to work on mobility in some areas and strength in others. For freedom of movement and reduction in injury risk we all need both.
Experience wise I have worked in the fitness industry for over 20 years now, either working one to one or running classes and workshops.
I have a particular specialism in working with anyone who has long term health issues or is recovering from illness/injury. My clients range in age from 19 to 87! You are never too young, or too old to work on your physical health.
As an added note because I work from a private gym it is suitable for those who find it difficult to hear in loud envirnoments or who have sensory overwhelm issues.
Training wise I have studied with teachers all over the world from Los Angeles to India, Mexico even Bristol and Edinburgh. I continue to study, I have a real love of exercise and health science and follow many research publications in order to stay abreast of the most recent research that might help clients.
For personal interest I am currently working towards coaching qualifications in olympic weightlifting. I am also being coached by the previous coach for the Australian commonwealth team the amazing Lionel Isaac 3 x a week.
Yes at 52 I decided to take up the sport of olympic weightlifting!!! And why not.
My main study/qualifications :-
- Personal Trainer level 3
- Gym Instructor level 2
- Pilates Instructor level 3
- Ashtanga teacher training at Union yoga with Brian Cooper. 200 hour training.
- Power yoga teacher training with BryanKest. 200 hour training.
- Power yoga teacher training with Mark Blanchard. 200 hour training.
- Yoga teacher training with Christopher Gladwell. 300 hour training.
- Life coaching diploma
- Currently working towards British Weightlifting Coaching qualifications.
- Currently studying with Matthew Sweeney working on my yoga practice and learning different sequencing methods.
Some of the short trainings include those with:-
- Kino MacGregor
- Sharath Jois
- Ana Forrest
- Kausthub Desikachar
- Brian Cooper
- Shiva Rea
- Paul Grilley
My own practice and fitness includes yoga, Pilates, strength training (particularly olympic lifting at the moment) and cardio. I use a blend of these methods with clients, choosing ones that suit their bodies and goals.
I also enjoy academic research
My academic qualifications are:-
Ba Hons in religious studies
Graduate Diploma in Law (common professional exam)
Postgraduate Certificate in Commercial Law
Mediation
I am currently working on my PhD in law which takes the majority of my days.I also work intermittently as a legal research assistant for Robert Gordon university.
Aside from my official research interests I keep abreast of the current research in the health and fitness world utilising this to help people optimise their health both during and outside of training.
Current areas of interest are photobiomodulation, the benefits of sunlight and heat and cold exposure.
I am a mum of 3, 2 grown and 1 teen and have 5 cats, 1 dog and a immortal lizard.
Any questions feel free to ask!
If you would like bespoke fitness mobility and health coaching with a qualified personal trainer, yoga teacher, life coach and PIlates instructor get in touch!
sam@familykelly.net
Sam Kelly Fitness 