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"James is an incredible teacher. Very clear with instruction and demos. He can adapt the training to injuries. He makes the sessions fun and pushes you without pressure. I cannot recommend enough."
"I was out of shape before and now I'm not. I didn't know what I was doing before and now I do. James has a kind and understanding way of training that made this way more likely to happen. I've had in-person and online PTs before and you can tell it's just a fit person trying to make money. James knows the science behind the exercises so you can trust his advice and it makes a difference having someone there who makes you feel like they do care if you succeed or not. What's more, as an LGBT+ person, gyms don't always feel welcoming. Having someone there like him, who is that accepting and who no one is going to mess with, makes the experience much less intimidating. If you're willing to listen, push yourself and make little changes at home, then working with James is a good investment."
"James has been training me for over six months, and I can't recommend him highly enough. I'm a doctor involved in sports, and I can honestly say that James is up there with the very best when it comes to observing the body and understanding its mechanics. He has a unique ability to identify weaknesses and instabilities, then build a programme that creates a strong foundation and delivers real results. He's also incredibly knowledgeable about nutrition and how to tailor it to help you achieve your goals. On top of that, he's a genuinely great guy to be around—we have plenty of laughs, and despite the inevitable burn, I always look forward to our sessions."
"I found the session with James really useful. Everything was explained clearly and James had a relaxing and professional approach throughout. Would definitely recommend."
"I cannot thank James enough for his PT sessions. I am now 41 and my body has changed. I booked in with James to get me started on my perimenopausal weight lifting journey. I assumed it would just help my motivation. Instead he has pushed me to limits I did not think I had. I have never trained with weights prior to this and am now lifting significantly over my body weight and with no discomfort. He is very knowledgeable in both anatomy nutrition and tailored his advice to suit my lifestyle."
"I would highly recommend training with James. He is incredibly knowledgeable and tailored the sessions to suit my specific needs, which also included some rehabilitation from an injury. He keeps the right balance between pushing your limits but making sure you have fun while you are doing it."
"Working with James has completely transformed both my training and my confidence in building strength. He combines an incredible depth of knowledge with genuine enthusiasm, and always takes the time to answer my endless stream of random questions with practical insight. His support, encouragement and understanding have made a huge difference to my progress. I can't recommend him highly enough."
"I cannot imagine a better personal trainer than James! I came to James in my late 30s, having never been to a gym before, having never lifted a weight in my life, nor having any natural sporting ability. I was trying to impress a woman! But within 9 months he had got me lifting 100kg on the bench press (it usually takes 18 months for newcomers to get there I gather). I had nothing to do with this – I just did what he told me to do. He has such an impressive knowledge about everything we'd be doing. This ranges from being incredibly safe with all activities and ensuring I wasn't overdoing anything to just figuring out how my body worked and getting the best results. If you want the best advice on how to achieve something, my experience is that the best people to get the advice from are those who have done it before. James is that – indeed it only takes 2 seconds in his company to realise he's built like a comic book superhero. Who better to get trained by? Further, his enthusiasm for my gains was never anything short of 100%. I went from being someone who loathed the gym to it being the best part of my day. That was entirely down to being in James' company and his encouragement. Finally, setting aside his professionalism and skill, he's an absolutely amazing guy. I cannot think of a more sincere and lovely guy. If you're on this website and thinking about looking to James for training, look no further!"
"James is incredibly knowledgeable, and his passion for fitness shines through every session. He's charismatic, motivating, and has a talent for inspiring confidence that keeps you focused. His enthusiasm is infectious, creating a positive environment that makes training enjoyable and effective. He is genuinely invested in helping people succeed in their goals, with energy and encouragement that make him a natural motivator. It's easy to see why his clients achieve great results. Seeing James on a Tuesday morning is genuinely one of the highlights of my week."
"I saw James after suffering with back pain for years and even after the first session I felt huge improvement. He really listens, is unbelievably knowledgable and manages to explain the physiology in a way that makes sense. I've had long term improvement and recommend him to anybody I know with an injury! As someone that finds the idea of a PT quite intimidating, James puts you at ease and makes it all really enjoyable."
"I cannot recommend James Davies, Personal Trainer, highly enough. I sought James' help after a long period of serious illness, which involved chemotherapy and 6 months of complete inactivity. I wanted to improve my bone health and work on my upper body strength. What sets James apart from other personal trainers I have tried is the close attention he pays to designing an exercise programme specifically for what you want to achieve and he works with you at a pace that you can handle. In my case, he will watch carefully and if he thinks I'm overdoing it, he will stop me. If you are seeing James for rehabilitation reasons, this is really important; you will not have to worry about injuring yourself or making things worse. He knows what he's doing. The best thing about James is his sheer positivity and enthusiasm - and it's catching. I leave his sessions feeling really upbeat and happy. In the couple of years I have trained with him I have trebled the amounts I can lift and have abs that my kids think are impressive and hilarious in equal measure. Thanks James!"
"James is a highly knowledgeable and effective personal trainer. I have worked with him for nearly a year now, training with weights to improve my muscle/joint stability and hopefully also bone density. James has targeted different muscle groups to help me with various hip/knee/ankle niggles, and a long-standing weakness in my lower back. He has been brilliant at adapting workouts for me, and has completely transformed my confidence in my own strength. I have never come away from any of his sessions over-strained, and have gradually increased the weights I can work with far beyond anything I had expected. He is always enthusiastic, patient, encouraging and positive. I would highly recommend him to anyone - from body-builders to people like me!"
"James is a fantastic personal trainer and I've made huge progress since I started sessions with him a few months ago. He knows how to instil confidence while guiding you in the right direction, and he knows how to push you without taking risks. I really look forward to our sessions and always finish a session feeling better than when I started!"
"I trained with James Davies for several years before moving abroad. From the start, James took the time to understand my goals and designed a programme that was challenging but always achievable. His knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics is impressive. He consistently ensured I was training safely and with correct form, which gave me real confidence, particularly as someone starting to train as a midlife male. What sets James apart is his ability to set realistic, motivating sessions. He never pushed me beyond what was appropriate, and that measured approach produced results. Within just a few months I could see a genuine difference in my physique which was something I hadn't expected so soon. Beyond his professional expertise, James is simply great to work with. He's personable, encouraging and makes every session enjoyable. I can't recommend him highly enough."
"X3 sessions per week for over a year…!!! Personal Training with James was great fun, hugely rewarding, and carried out in the most professional of manners. Highly recommended"