With almost 40 years working in the fitness industry, Nigel has a wealth of experience and knowledge to pass on to his members and clients. At the age of 13, Nigel was boxing for England as an Amateur boxer and went on to box international in the schoolboy championships for England. Then with over 70 fights under his belt, he decided to turn professional until retiring at the age of 27 due to injury.
In
the past, Nigel taught boxing at schools and believes that boxing helps build
confidence and self-esteem of young boys and encourages discipline. It makes
them strong and can aid them in self defence.
He now coaches boxing on a 1:1, group basis and with children.
As a
gym owner, Nigel concentrates his time on Personal Training for all ages
and abilities. He takes Boxing Circuit Classes and
Powerwave.
Jacqueline Gold - Chief Executive, Ann Summers
"I began having Personal Training sessions with Nigel in 2008 and since then he has helped me to achieve a number of goals relating to my health and fitness, including helping me to reach my ideal size for my wedding.
Nigel is incredibly passionate about what he does and has helped to support and motivate me. He is great company, is totally committed to health and fitness and accommodates my very busy work schedule. I really look forward to my sessions each week and cannot recommend him highly enough."
Peter Long - CEO Tui Travel plc
"As CEO of a large international company, I am constantly on planes, having business dinners and lengthy meetings. A couple of years ago I decided that to keep up with the pace in an efficient way I should start working out with a Personal Trainer. I began having 1:1 sessions with Nigel and after the first session I was hooked. As an ex-boxer his professionalism, motivation and genuine interest in how you progress is fantastic at challenging you to achieve goals which I would not have thought possible. No two sessions are alike which means I am kept motivated and I leave the gym feeling full of energy and enthusiasm to deal with the day and all the pressures that my job entails.
Nigel is by far the best Personal Trainer I have ever had."
Rene Muccio
"Best workout ever! I have been doing 1:1 boxing with Nigel for just over a year, he is a fabulous coach. I am now much stronger and fitter and have so much 'more energy'. I have noticed that as I learn the skill of boxing I don't notice the intense workout that I m actually doing.
Nigel is really good at getting the best out of you and makes it so much fun!"
Mike Hickey, Coinford Construction
"I have used many gyms and worked with many Personal Trainers over the years, some bad, most good. I have found Nigel, in my experience, to be the best as he has a detailed knowledge of the body muscle groups and endurance capabilities. Whether you need a fitness regime or a recuperation regime - Nigel has the knowledge to achieve the right results without causing injury. His workouts can be as tough as you want them, are never repetitive or dull and always have something new in them. I have been with Nigel for over 3 years now and feel better for it!"
Nigel Hopkins, Retired
"I have always found going to the gym as boring as doing DIY at home. However over the last few years I have found my personal sessions with Nigel always enjoyable, challenging and every session is different. Certainly my core strength has improved enormously, general fitness and it has helped my golf swing as well.
Nigel certainly personalises his sessions to the individual’s ability and ambitions. I now look forward to my gym visits and would certainly recommend Nigel whatever your fitness level or age".
