Sarah-Jane Hunter; founder of SJ Fitness, created SJ Fitness™ standard to assure you of the best possible service. SJ Fitness is recognised by many as Glasgow’s leading private personal training company
Sarah-Jane has been in the fitness industry for nearly 10 years. She is a Certified professional Personal Trainer and Weight Management Specialist.
Sarah-Jane is a former professional middle distance runner (from the age of 8 until she was 16) in the 800-metres and 1500-metres with the Hamilton Harriers. Sarah-Jane loves running to this day, and enjoys helping clients learn the art of running.
Sarah-Jane has additional professional education in:-
London YMCA Exercise to Music Award
London YMCA Aqua Exercise to Music London YMCA Anti and Post Natal Professional Award London YMCA Step Choreography, Exercise to Music Award London YMCA Body Max Weight Training Award ICS HND Fitness and Nutrition 2006 Wright Foundation GP (Doctor Referral) Program 2003 Trixter USA International Master Trainer Matrix X Bike 2005 MK Pilates Foundation 2004 Premier Pilates in Pregnancy Certificate Dec 2006
RH Fitness Pilates Award 2003 Fitness Professional Body Training System Body Pump, Body Combat, Body Balance, Body Attack & Body Step Fitness Professional Body Training System Fit Kids Teen Combat Fitness Professional Body Training System Aero Kids Aero Jam Pilates on the Ball Award with Master Trainer Kathryn Cullen 2002 Precor Master Trainer Spin 2003 & Pulse Spin Award 2001 Stott Pilates Reformer BOSU PT Cert 2007 Fitness Kids Award FIT PRO Level 3 Instructor SQA
Full First Aid through St Andrews Ambulance Association 2007
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Member of Fitness Professionals International, full Public Liability insurance with fit-pro. Sarah-Jane is also a guest lecturer to professional audiences on the principles of effective exercise and nutrition and has worked personally with more than 1000 men and women of all ages, shapes, interests and limitations.
Sarah-Jane also writes fitness and nutrition articles, fit tips, Q and A, and fitness forums (both for general public and for personal trainers).
“I have committed my studies to ensuring my clients get the best possible advice and guidance possible. I have recently just finished an HND in fitness and nutrition with CIS. I am currently studying for an ADVANCED personal trainer award. I am also working towards my qualification in the theory of sport injuries with premier training. "I am also furthering my knowledge by taking a counselling course" (For more information on SJ - please see video) |
Kirsty Kirsty employs a fun, relaxed approach to all her classes and is comfortable when working under (minimal/no supervision), but will definitely have you feeling like you’ve been put through your paces. Experience: · HND Health Fitness and Exercise · RH Pilates 2007 · Kathryn Cullen Stability ball · Box Fitness |
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NathalieAlthough better known as the face of the STV branding advert, dancing, singing and modelling, Nathalie’s first passion is motivating and educating people in how to become ‘Healthy for Life’. Qualifying in the industry over 5 years ago, she has proved that her bright motivational character and teaching methods are not only successful but are in high demand as her clients testify to receiving challenging but fun-filled workouts that they cannot help return to week after week. As a certified fitness instructor, she has worked assisting in the daily operation of a busy city gym, taught primary and secondary school pupils the basics of fitness and has taken mini group sessions to large classes of over 60 people at a time. Nathalie is now turning her focus to incorporating personal training into her fitness world. ‘Understanding the needs of each of my clients is the key to helping them reach their goals. I have high personal goals and train hard, I know that each individual is unique and so I remain sensitive to my clients needs obtaining results that last’ YMCA fitness to music qualification Schwin Cycle Level 1,2 & 3 Pulse Spin Salsacise Urban Funk Hip Hop Dance Training in Fitness Professionals Body Attack Training in Fitness Professionals Body Pump Training in Fitness Professionals RPM Training in Aqua Aerobic Trainee personal trainer Nathalie has recently been selected to become a part of The News of the World’s (sport section) ‘Score Angels’ football babes! So watch for her as she will be performing at many a football match and even T in the Park! |
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Aileen
Aileen has gained over 10 years experience in the fitness industry; managing gyms, teaching kids’ fitness, teaching a range of group fitness classes. She is also well known for her dance moves on the party floor! Aileen has been working outside of SJ Fitness for South Lanarkshire leisure for over 10 years in various capacities ranging from; fitness assistant and fitness supervisor to instruction teaching a variety of classes. She gained extensive knowledge and experience in the key operational elements of running a gym on a daily basis. Aileen’s qualifications and experience include:
Aileen Says: “I am a friendly, approachable and reliable team player who constantly strives to do my best and is always learning. I keep up to date with the latest fitness information by attending the annual Fit pro convention." |
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ALEXIS HARVEY
Alexis is a previous client of Sarah Jane’s and became involved in Pilates due to a back injury through her work.
Alexis has always enjoyed working with people and as a result she decided to become a Pilates instructor.
Sarah Jane recognised Alexis’s love of Pilates and has encouraged and mentored
her to gain her qualifications as a gym and Pilates instructor.
“I love participating in Pilates, and I now enjoy showing people how Pilates can change their lives. 3 years ago I was in severe pain and using a walking stick, now I am mobile (and thrown the stick away) with very little discomfort. I feel that I can empathise with clients who are in pain and hopefully encourage them to use Pilates to change their life.”
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Joanna
Joanna has been part of the SJ Fitness team since early 2007. Joanna is studying Sport Medicine at Glasgow University. Joanna is currently going through her London YMCA fitness instructor qualification – we will see her working with clients very soon!
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Carolyn Donaldson
Having practised yoga for almost thirty years, Carolyn combined her
interests in yoga and nutrition to qualify as a Yoga For Slimmers consultant in 2006, and then chose to leave her job in the BBC to concentrate wholly on teaching yoga and painting in acrylics. In the past she has also practised Transcendental Meditation and completed the first part of the TM Siddhi course. She extended her training through Aura in hatha yoga to help people achieve their full potential for happiness and tranquillity, health and flexibility, through postures and simple breathing techniques. She incorporates this with positive visualizations for relaxation, leaving you refreshed and stress free. In addition to classes, she offers one-to- one personal tuition as well as office-based coaching for corporate organizations. |
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Kit Scott
International Coach / Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Professional & Sports Therapist – Coach Kit……My moto “ Achieve More!! Personal Training WORKS!! “
EXPERIENCE
Personal Trainer speficially requested to train the females of the Royal Family of Abu Dhabi - thee capital city of the United Arab Emirates for over 2 years
Personal Trainer & Group fitness coach in U.A.E (Abu Dhabi) prestegious Health & Fitness Club for over 2 yrs…….
Was the 1st UK Fully Qualified BodyJam coach who took BodyJam to the Middle East & launched its success
Worked World wide, onboard various Luxury Cruiseships (Royal Caribbean, Holland America, Carnival..) as a successful Fitness Director / Persoanl Trainer & Sports Therapist
Presently Personal Training various clients in the west end of Glasgow & Actively teach / coach group fitness classes in Exclusive Fitness Clubs throughout Glasgow & South Lanarkshire
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma - Sports / Swedish massage & Remedial Therapy
Fitness Professional BTS International Modules – Body Pump, Body Jam, Body Step, Body Balance
YMCA Fitness Modules Level 2 - Body Max Personal Training & Exercise to Music
International Modules – Hatha Yoga & Michael King Pilates & Swiss Ball
SKILLS
My qualifications, experience, expertise and knowledge to date, has made me the successful Personal Training Coach I Am Today. |
