Gym
Harry Anderson-Brown
Assistant Operations Manager - Health & Fitness
I have always had a passion for sport and physical activity. Having participated my entire life in various outlets at various levels, I started my career without realising it as a teenager coaching rugby union. After obtaining my degree and spending a small amount of time in the agricultural industry, I moved out to Australia and re-joined the sport and leisure industry playing Rugby and running a franchise gym for 5 years. This is where I really started my career and progressed from trainer to supervisor, to manager bringing me to getting my current role at the University of Exeter.
I have a huge passion for Rugby Union and although I have recently retired from playing will always be involved in some way shape or form. To stay fit and active, which I see as an extremely important part of life, I have recently taken up Crossfit and love the daily challenge. My life is generally spent being active with a big love for the outdoors too, from surfing to hiking you can find me out in nature in my spare time.
Qualifications:
- BA (Hons) Sports Development and Coaching
- BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma Sports Development and Coaching
- Level 2 Gym Instructor
- RFU Level 2 Coach
- Mental Health First Aid (in progress)
- First Aid at Work
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Tracey Burton
Health and Fitness Consultant
So it’s fair to say I have always been obsessed, and consequently involved in Sports and in particular Sports Coaching. I started going to Judo classes when I was 8 years old spurred on by the exploits of Bruce Lee! By the end of my Judo career I had won 8 British titles plus various Youth & Team medals. I gained my Black Belt at 15 and obtained my BJA Club Coach award shortly after on my 16th Birthday. I also represented my country at Junior level. I continued coaching fight specific athletes (Judo, Wrestling, Boxing & MMA) right up until I moved to Devon and found a real niche in developing fight-based conditioning classes.
Once in Devon I took up running and competed at distances ranging from 10km all the way through to Ultra Trail racing (+30 miles). True to form I encouraged lots of my friends to get into running and this resulted in a UK Athletics Association Club Coach award and a job with a Military Fitness company.
I took the final career jump in 2014 when I quit my corporate job and went back to PT school full time. After 10 months of study I got a job with Premier Training and spent almost 2 years teaching Level 2, Level 3 & Class Instructor courses to Further Ed students. Currently I’m working in The Sports Park as a Health & Fitness Consultant and Class Instructor (Indoor Cycling, Kettlebells, Bootcamp & Sculpt)
Qualifications:
- Level 4 - Weight Management & Diabetes Treatment.
- Level 3 - GP Referral
- Level 3 - Personal Trainer
- Level 3 - Pre & Post Natal Exercise
- Level 3 - First Aid
- Level 2 - Fitness Advisor
- Level 2 - Indoor Cycling
- Level 2 - Circuit Training
- Level 2 - Kettlebells
- Level 2 - Boxercise
- BJA Judo Coach
- UK Athletics Coach in Running Fitness
- Postural Assessment & Corrective Exercise
Abbie Dowse
Health and Fitness Consultant
I started using the gym as a place to get stronger and build muscle although at first, I was anxious with no idea where to start. I now have over 10 years of gym-based experience and have broadened my scope by taking part in bodybuilding competitions.
My confidence in gym-based programming is complimented by my undergraduate degree in Clinical Exercise Science and Masters in Sport Management. I have in-depth knowledge of health and fitness testing, programming and training. My main passion is to help others build the confidence to train effectively, using various equipment. I have supported clients in learning about weight training, building muscle and losing fat. If you’re unsure or intimidated by the gym, nutrition or just getting started I can guide you through every step!
Qualifications:
- MSc Sport Management
- BSc (Hons) Clinical Exercise Science (Health and Rehabilitation)
- Level 3 – Personal Trainer
- Level 2 – Fitness Instructor
- Level 2 – Indoor Cycling
- Working towards Level 3 GP Referral
Chris Waller
Health and Fitness Consultant
I’ve not taken the usual route into the Fitness Industry, I spent over 15 years working in the Outdoor Industry coaching Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding and White Water Rafting.
Due to a degenerative eye condition I’ve changed my career path out of necessity. I wanted to continue inspiring, coaching and instructing people and found being a Personal Trainer allowed me to do this, in a more controlled environment. I tend to use Functional Training Exercises for my clients, helping to improve core strength, balance and coordination. Skills which benefit everyday life as well as gym performance.
I look forward to working with you and helping you to achieve your goals, whatever they are!
Qualifications:
- Fitness Instructing Level 2
- Personal Trainer Level 3
- 16 hour First Aid at Work
- BCU Level 3 Kayak Coach
- BCU Stand-up Paddleboard Coach
- IRF Level 3 Raft Guide
- IRF Safety Kayak
- RYA Powerboat Level 2
- ERCA High Ropes Trainer