COME FOR THE WORKOUT - STAY FOR THE COMMUNITY!
At Unit One, we recognise that the heart and soul of our organisation lies with our dedicated team of coaches.
These individuals bring a unique combination of professionalism, expertise, and passion to the table, and it's through their hard work and commitment that we have become who we are today.
With enthusiasm and a drive to succeed, our coaches are the driving force behind the exceptional service we offer to our members. Get to know the talented individuals who make up our team below.
Meet the friendly faces
AIMEE LACY
Gym Manager & Personal Trainer
What's your go-to pump-up song in the gym?
"Now we are free (Maximus Mix) - Hans Zimmer, from the Gladiator Soundtrack"
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Aimee has extensive knowledge in strength, conditioning & mobility and has a friendly approach. Aimee offers expert nutritional advice and is one of our boxing coaches, a Hyrox qualified coach too!
Dom Darbyshire
Assistant Manager (PT)
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One of our specialised Hyrox coaches and the inventor of our Lift Lab class, Dom is a highly experienced PT dedicated to innovative and effective training methods.
Donna Reynolds
Marketing and Admissions manager
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Billy
Assistant
If you could only do one exercise for the rest of your life, what would it be?
"I like all training, but I'm really keen on Boxing, Great Cardio, great for fitness, I really enjoy it."
Expertise:
Having recently completed his Level 3 qualification, Billy coaches our junior boxers and has also competed at the amateur boxing level, bringing a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to his role.
Kyra Fawcett
Coach & Personal Trainer
If you could train any celebrity, who would it be and why?
"Probably Anthony Joshua, because he's a really good ..... *ahem*, athlete, and I'd like to train alongside him to be honest."
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Currently completing her Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification, Kyra has a keen interest in strength training. She coaches classes including blasts, bootcamps, and boxercise.
Gabby Vento
Coach & Personal Trainer
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An experienced and approachable PT, Gabby is highly knowledgeable and delivers very popular classes at Unit One, helping clients achieve their fitness goals with confidence and enthusiasm.
Frankie Johnston
Yoga Instructor
f you could only do one exercise for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Yoga - its versatile, it can be sweaty and have endurance, then there is the strength side of it, and you also have a relaxation side of it. It's all in one.
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Our qualified yoga instructor, Frankie, provides exceptional wellness and mindfulness sessions for our clients, helping them achieve balance, flexibility, and inner peace.
Sarah Robinson
Sports & Clinical Therapist
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Our resident sports and clinical therapist, Sarah, offers expert care and rehabilitation services, ensuring our clients recover and perform at their best.
Paul Daley
Personal Trainer
What's your secret weapon for staying motivated on tough days?
"It's impossible to be motivated all the time so don't think of it as motivation, think of it as being consistent. Even when you don't feel like it, you do it, be consistent, and that will achieve results."
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An experienced PT, Paul uses a variety of training methods to ensure his clients are constantly challenged and engaged, keeping them on their toes!
Scott Freer
Personal Trainer
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A vastly experienced PT, Scott specialises in transforming dads from average to savage. He has a background as a professional rugby union player for Leeds Carnegie.
Liam Stables
Personal Trainer
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A full-time firefighter and experienced personal trainer, Liam has competed in boxing events for the fire service.
Rick Smith
Personal Trainer
What's your secret weapon for staying motivated on tough days?
My secret weapon is 'vision' - we just need a clear vision for the future, a goal, that you can
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I'm a highly experienced coach with 16 years in the industry and time spent as a corporate wellness manager within the FTSE 100, master trainer and now run my own coaching business, R3 Performance based at Unit 1 and online. I coach ambitious professionals to build strength, capacity and competence in the gym which helps them to perform professionally and live life at their best.
Alex Windwood
Personal Trainer
What's your go-to song in the gym?
Firestarter, The Prodigy
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Meet Alex, a serving Physical Training Instructor and Musician in the British Army who has a knack for getting the best out of anyone, encouraging self-determination and building resilience in all his sessions.
With a number of years' experience taking 1-2-1 and bootcamp style sessions, Alex brings an understanding of the fitness journey and an enthusiasm for inclusivity in fitness.
When he's not in the gym you'll find him playing his trumpet or tinkering on his classic BMW.
Ryan Bowes
Personal Trainer
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A long-serving PT at Unit One, Ryan specialises in functional strength training, helping clients build practical and effective strength for everyday life.
Charlie Haddy
TRX Instructor
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Our specialist TRX coach, Charlie, leads classes for both experienced and beginner-level clients, ensuring everyone can benefit from effective TRX training.
Sophia
Assistant
What's your go-to pump-up song in the gym?
"I'd usually listen to house music, probably a bit of Pawsa - gets the vibe up and ready for your session"
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One of our assistants, Sophia helps deliver positive experiences for our customers. A very talented athlete, she competes as a sprinter in the 100m and 200m races, bringing her passion and energy to the team.
Leo
Assistant
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Leo has represented the Firefight Boxing Club as an amateur boxer and also plays football for the Guiseley AFC Academy team, showcasing his diverse athletic skills.
JP Carroll
Barista
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