Barbican Fitness and Wellbeing Centre

Personal Training at Barbican Fitness and Wellbeing Centre

Are you seeking specialist advice on how to reach your health goals? One-to-one sessions with one of our qualified personal trainers could help.

Our staff at Barbican

Joseph Barile

Rehab Specialist

How can I help you improve your health?

I safely help you to stay committed to achieving your fitness goals, giving you a personalised exercise routine based on your strengths, weaknesses, and the goals you are setting to achieve.

Each session will be tough yet enjoyable and will leave you feeling accomplished afterwards.

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Degree in Kinesiology and Health Sciences
  • Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Core & Stability Training

What my Clients say:

“After years of overeating and living a sedentary lifestyle, Joseph was able to give me the confidence and guidance on my fitness journey. While getting me to lose weight, he was able to pass on his passion and knowledge for fitness. He not only helped me to achieve my goals but made sure I had a fun and safe time doing it. Very adaptive with his exercise programming, helping me to progress quickly while avoiding injuries and plateauing along the way. Great guy and a great trainer whose passion and knowledge makes a big difference.”

Ayda Capinoglu

Senior Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

One to one yoga gives us the opportunity to work on building your individual yoga practice. This can mean starting from scratch with all the fundamentals such as learning breath, as well as correct feet and hand positions or working on advancing your existing practice diving into poses you would like to progress. I'm here to help you understand your body and how poses can work for you. My aim is to help you grow your practice so you feel happy and confident in exploring yoga both independently and in group environments. 

My qualifications

  • Power Yoga Trainer
  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer (Exercise Referral)
  • Sports and Exercise Nutrition MSc
  • Kettlebells

What my Clients say:

“Ayda is one of the most professional people I have ever met. I came to her utterly averse to gym workouts, not able to focus on them and she was able to take my personal interests and combine those with the work outs so that in a few weeks I was able to focus with ease.

Her professional manner and diligence make it easy for you to see your actual physical potential and make sure that the gym session is about you and your goals rather than having to deal with the emotionally challenging aspect of working out. I would recommend Ayda to people with both complex and general goals; I am sure that her creative and mentally stimulating workouts will really add to your week!"

Sophia Cortis

Wellbeing personal trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I love to help to improve confidence of my clients when training in the gym environment. We will work together building plans that strengthen all muscle areas and to improve existing areas of weakness. My clients develop a consistent and structured training routine with suggestions of food/ drink choices to improve overall health.

My qualifications

  • Level 2 Gym Instructor
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • TRX Trainer

What my Clients say:

“Sophia has really helped strengthen key muscle groups and has made me more confident using equipment throughout the gym." - Kal

Mike Harwood

PT Lead

How can I help you improve your health?

Specialist in back, hip, knee and lower-limb exercise rehabilitation. Comprehensive assessment, analysis, programming, education and training for Musculoskeletal dysfunctions, sports injuries, surgery recovery and sports performance strength and conditioning.

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • National Academy of Sports Medicine CPT/CES/PES
  • Level 4 Lower Back Specialist
  • Diploma Sports Massage

What my Clients say:

"Following emergency spinal surgery and physio treatment, Mike has helped me to eliminate my back problems. His teaching is truly transformative. I am sustainably strong and confident in my body again." 

Ashley Inniss-Williams

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Everyone can achieve the goals they desire, sometimes you just need a little push, support and guidance in the right direction. That's where I come in, whether you want to lose weight, tone up or build muscle, I can work with you to get the results you desire. It's about working together to find the best way, that suits you, in order to achieve your goals and what you want out of our sessions.

My qualifications

  • Level 2 Fitness Instructor
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer

What my Clients say:

“Ashley has helped me to improve my overall fitness and tone my body, I am so much more confident in the gym since we began our sessions.” - Gwyn

Charlotte Johnson

Senior Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

We will create a clear, structured journey around your life to guide you to your health and fitness aspirations. Whether that be passing your uniformed fitness tests, event preparation or simply improving your overall health and wellbeing.

I believe that variety is key, and I like to bring this to your sessions by incorporating functional and circuit style training, even getting in the swimming pool. I have a special interest in movement analysis and injury prevention. 

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teacher
  • Level 4 Nutrition for Weight Management and Athletic Performance
  • Sports & Exercise Degree BSc

What my Clients say:

"Charlotte is and continues to be an incredible support to me. I have trained with Charlotte for 4 years now, working towards different health and performance goals, always with a comprehensive and clear plan. She is very knowledgeable, puts in an incredible amount of detail and consistently checks in, keeping me accountable. I love the variety she brings to our sessions; she goes the extra mile and is always smiling. Cannot recommend enough."

Harry Metcalfe

Rehab Specialist

How can I help you improve your health?

As a specialist in joint pain management and functional strength, my fundamental methods of teaching include increased exercise knowledge, confidence in a gym environment and guidance to improve training technique.  

Additionally (with holistic methods of practice) I will train you through joint pain rehabilitation. Together we will work through comprehensive programmes to benefit your individual needs. You will receive easy-to-follow structures to establish injury prevention. This specialised framework will lay the foundations for long-lasting pain management. 

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Diploma - Sport, Health, Coaching and Fitness
  • Group Cycle Instructor

What my Clients say:

“I would like to thank Harry for his expertise, knowledge, kindness, understanding and humour. I am no longer taking large quantities of pain medication; my balance is so much better and I'm able to go up and down stairs without holding on to the banister. I am so grateful for Harry and what he has done for my pain management and self-esteem" - Liz. 

Jon Orgill

Senior Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I am a fun and energetic trainer that loves to see people develop their passion for fitness. Through my own journey, I see the importance of training variety that includes strength and conditioning. I may talk a lot but our high-intensity sessions fly by. I am super motivational and will inspire you to achieve your goals.

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Kettlebells
  • Group Cycle Instructor
  • Bootcamp / HIIT Instructor

What my Clients say:

“I have trained with Jon for years – and he always brings a fresh approach and great motivation. He pitches the training perfectly for my ability.”

Jordan Palmer

Senior Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

My offering to clients is comprised of sustainable, evidence-based solutions for lifelong fitness, health and wellbeing. With a focus on correct technique and injury prevention, I will develop your functional strength and muscle tone through a training system comprised of various disciplines including weightlifting, powerlifting, bodyweight conditioning, pad work and high intensity interval training. Drawing on years of experience and empirical research, I will mentor and guide you through your fitness journey, helping you to stay on track, move towards your personal goals and achieve your health and fitness aspirations.

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 PT Practitioner
  • Medical Sciences with health Research (BSc Hons)
  • Psychology (Msc)
  • British Weight Lifting Level 1 Coach

What my Clients say:

"I am blown away by Jordan’s dedication and professionalism. I had torn my Achilles tendon and wanted help with my rehab. After just a few sessions, my confidence is through the roof... it’s not just what we do in the sessions but that he checks in on me throughout the week to see how I’m getting on. He is a brilliant personal trainer that goes above and beyond to ensure I stay on track and achieve my goals." Daniel

Adam Saunders

Senior Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I aim to improve the quality of life of every client I work with by focusing on individual needs but also on wellbeing. I believe in my ability to get the most out of my clients during their sessions, helping them to push their limitations and reaping the mental and physical rewards that come with it.

I love teaching new movements and skills to people who never thought of trying them before.

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Precision Nutrition Level 1
  • CrossFit - Level 1
  • Level 4 Strength and Conditioning

What my Clients say:

“I have been working with Adam since 2011 and the experience has been transformative. Not only am I fitter and stronger with a healthier BMI, I feel more alert and I sleep better too. Also, I no longer suffer with back pain like I used to. Adam is incredibly versatile. I know that he carries out rather different work for different clients, depending on their aims and needs. In my view, the longstanding nature of many of Adam’s client relationships are testament to the quality of his work” 

Lee Summerton 

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Through Lee's holistic approach he understands the help you need to change your health, weight, shape or fitness by providing care and support with regards to your nutrition, exercise and lifestyle. Benefit from his unique programmes that are tailored to your goals and circumstances. This could be the catalyst for the change you want in your life, a personal exercise programme to support you every day of the week at the gym and even at home or when you go away. 

My qualifications

  • REPs Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Qualified Nutritionist BSc
  • Synergy Group/Individual Training
  • Core Strength & Stability
  • Boxercise/Kickboxercise

What my Clients say:

"I was overweight and wanted to change. I got to this point through a combination of no exercise, bad nutrition, disruptive work life, supporting my partner and toddler. Lee’s relaxed and positive approach massively facilitated my enjoyment of his exercise programmes and I finally I found myself for the first time ever following a plan that did not leave me hungry or unwell. Within 6 weeks I lost 13 pounds and dropped over a dress size for my wedding and would definitely recommend Lee if you want to achieve the same."

Emilia Tofan

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I'm a firm believer in fitness used as a tool to improve efficiency and confidence in every aspect of your life. I will help you refine your movement patterns, become incredibly good at lifting weights and build strength. I empower you by showing you that you can be healthy without micromanaging your eating habits. By working with me, you will also build resilience, autonomy and confidence, which will translate in all your other ventures outside of the gym.

My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Advanced Nutrition and Weight Management
  • Nutrition for Sport and Exercise

What my Clients say:

“I can see such a big difference in my body confidence, in my lifestyle, and mindset, on a day-to-day basis. Before I started working with Emilia, I had no idea how the lack of physical activity and strength were making me feel so tired all the time. Once I had learned from her about the benefits of being active and strong, I had so much progress both mentally and physically, I wake up energised, I am optimistic for the day ahead and I feel strong and confident in my body."

Helena Vejchodova

Senior Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

I believe you can reach your potential and my mission is to motivate, educate, and support you on your fitness journey. With my philosophy, evidence-based nutrition, and structured training we will get you closer to your goals every day. I’m passionate about fitness and self-education and believe in living a healthier lifestyle. Regular physical activity and good nutrition will improve every aspect of your life.

Let’s get fitter, stronger, confident, and happy together.


My qualifications

  • CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Level 4 Strength and Conditioning Award
  • Advanced Diploma in Sport and Exercise Nutrition

What my Clients say:

“Helena has spurred me on to achieve my fitness goals of reducing body fat percentage and improving muscular strength, all whilst making injury prevention a top priority.”

Mike Zammit

Wellbeing Personal Trainer

How can I help you improve your health?

Expert teaching, motivation and coaching through tailored training sessions unique to your lifestyle, body and goals. Empowering, evidence-based education, creating long-lasting results.

My qualifications

  • Advanced Personal Trainer L3
  • NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist
  • 200h Yoga Teacher Training

What my Clients say:

"We have been training with Mike for over 8 years and he has taken out training to a level we couldn’t achieve on our own. As a result, our lives have improved dramatically." - Simone & Blake

About Personal Training

Whatever your fitness level or goals, personal training can help you to become fitter, healthier and reach your personal targets.

A personal focus on you and your health and fitness needs

Sometimes we all need that extra encouragement, support, advice and motivation, whether you've just started out on your fitness journey or you’re aiming to run a marathon.

Building a great working relationship with Nuffield Health fitness staff can be a fun and very rewarding experience. They are there to educate and ensure you remain focused on your fitness goals.

Our dedicated and experienced Personal Trainers will help you:

  • Set realistic but challenging health goals
  • Track your progress
  • Improve your wellbeing
  • Increase your energy levels
  • Change your body composition