DEAN SMITH:  HEAD PT & OWNER FITNESS@SUMMERS PARK

I’m a fully qualified and registered with REPS (Register of Exercise professionals) level 2 Fitness instructor, level 3 Personal trainer and hold a level 3 Diploma in Exercise referral, this enables me to work with clients with specific medical issues not covered by a regular PT. Such as Diabetes, obesity, depression & anxiety, arthritis, osteoporosis, asthma, Obesity, COPD, Lower back issues, High blood pressure etc. I also work with clients wanting to take their training to the next level, either sports specific or simply to raise the intensity and improve results.

I’ve been training for over 30 years, and have been training clients for 15 years. A keen powerlifter and natural bodybuilder in my own right, I’ve worked all over the world with” A” list musicians and DJ, s, MMA fighters and athletes up to national and Olympic level. I’m very experienced in all aspects of diet and nutrition, strength and conditioning as well as the phycology and mind set of the training experience.

I’ve been running my own Personal training business Syner-Chi:Fitness for nearly 5 years. I look forward to working with all my existing and new clients at our brand-new facility. I offer 1-1 or small group training. I’m planning on developing and delivering small group powerlifting/compound movement seminars and workshops in the near future, running out of our state-of-the-art training facility. I always offer a free consultation to discuss my client’s goals, medical background and availability prior to any training commencement.

Shaun johnston:  Fitness Instructor

I have a degree based around sports and exercise science and have spent time developing my skills in the fitness and leisure industries for the past 14 years. I have a true passion for sport and have played rugby as well as coaching both rugby and football. These experiences have taken me onwards to the path of working specifically within the fitness industry as I have realised how conditioning is not only key to performance but also to injury prevention and rehabilitation. It can also be such a key influencer in positive mental health and general achievement of a healthy active lifestyle. I have a passion for working with others and thoroughly enjoy the challenges individuals present with their goals.

I have worked with Dean since he returned to the UK and more specifically since he opened the facility, he has helped me develop my skills and strengthen my knowledge within training which has enabled me to push further into this field. We share a common philosophy of striving to deliver high quality sessions to all involved whilst providing a facility that meets the high expectations of clients.

I have trained sporadically since the age of 14, and have now really began to dial in on my own training for the past 2 years. I enjoy using the gym as an escape from the day to day stress that work and life provide. As I work to meet my personal goals, I want to help others along their journey to find their own success.

GRACE SMITH:   fitness instructor/ personal trainer & yoga teacher

I started as a yoga teacher with my own classes locally over 5 years ago. With the birth of my  daughter I had to put this on hold. 

I have been training for 10years in various gyms and fitness centres. This has involved training alone, in group settings and with different personal trainers so have a good understanding of the obstacles and barriers one can face when entering a fitness space- both as a novice and experienced gym goer.

I’ve been training now for many years.  I use my knowledge of yoga in my sessions to add a little more core strength & flexibility. 
I blend strength training with yoga based calisthenics.

As  a mum myself as well as trainer.  I understand the importance of strength and conditioning post natal and how best to continue to improve ourselves. 
Both physically and spiritually.  

I look forward to seeing you soon. 

It’s good to  be actively involved with our facility and have my own Clients again after my daughter has now started school.

I also offer private yoga classes upon request.

Paul Richardson:  personal trainer

Hi, I’m Paul Richardson. I retired five years ago after 30 years service as a Police officer.

I started teaching in 2015 having qualified as a gym instructor. In 2019 I decided to qualify as a personal trainer and started teaching one to one.

My background is in Rugby and athletics. Both of which I was lucky enough to compete in to a high level. I have also coached and officiated both sports in the past.
I love identifying what people want to achieve from a fitness programme, and helping them achieve it with hard work and a lot of fun. The ethos behind Fitness at Summers park is very much in line with my own. My favourite quote being from the author Terry Pratchett:-

“If you trust in yourself…and believe in your dreams…and follow your star…you’ll still get beaten by people who spent their time working hard and learning things and weren’t so lazy.”

I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your health and fitness goals.