PT for Life

13/06/2026

18/05/2026

I’ve officially passed my Level 3 Pre & Post Natal qualification. 🥳

Really pleased to add this to my skill set and looking forward to being able to better support women through pregnancy, postpartum and returning to exercise safely and confidently. 🤰🏽

Thank you to everyone who’s helped me along the way 🤍

28/04/2026

Hi, I’m Lizzie! 👋

Since there are some new faces here, I thought I’d introduce myself properly.

Movement has always been part of my life. I grew up walking everywhere, swimming and cycling at weekends, and did ballet for 13 years (yes, really). I found group exercise in my teens and that was it. Body Attack, Body Pump, Spin, Kettlebells… I found my people, and some of my closest friends still come from those classes.

After my A-levels, I was offered a place at York. I nearly took a gap year to do my Exercise to Music qualification instead, but was talked out of it. I chose my uni largely based on the gym and class timetable… which probably says it all.

Then came the “proper job”. Prison officer, then Custodial Manager. Stable, secure, sensible. And I did enjoy it, at least at first. I threw myself into it, joined the Tornado team and trained as a Family Liaison Officer. But after moving prisons and getting promoted, something shifted. I felt stuck. I knew if I stayed, I’d just keep going because it made sense on paper.

But fitness kept pulling me back.

It’s given me so much more than I ever expected. It’s how Sean and I bonded, it’s my way to switch off, to socialise, to stay sane. And yes, it absolutely justifies eating more chocolate. 🍫

So when a Fitness Manager role came up at my gym, the one I’d never really left, I went for it. I hadn’t even finished my PT qualification. It was a gamble for them… and a huge leap for me.

I took a pay cut, mid-pandemic, into an industry that felt anything but secure. People thought I was mad.

But I care. About my clients, my classes, the community. I know how powerful training and belonging can be, and I don’t take that lightly.

Five years on, I’m now Assistant Manager at Parish Wharf, run PT For Life, and teach eight classes a week, which is still my favourite part.

I’ve just completed a 24 hour fitness challenge that raised over £4,250 for charity, with some incredible people.

It wasn’t a big lightbulb moment. More luck, timing and stubbornness.

But I love what I do. Every single week. And for that, I know I’m rich in other ways.

24/04/2026

Not sure what’s scarier… the radio interview or the 24 hour challenge 🤣

I spoke to BBC Bristol this afternoon about the Fitness Fiesta

24 classes. 24 hours. This weekend 👀
Over £2,150 raised already 🧡

17/04/2026

I’m excited to tell you about this one! 📣

I’ll be completing my Indoor Rowing Coach course with British Rowing on 27/05/26! 🚣

This is something I’ve wanted to do for a while and I’m really excited to improve my coaching and bring something new to the gym 💪

Once I’m qualified, I’ll be running indoor rowing workshops to help you improve technique, efficiency and performance on the rower 🔥

Whether you’re brand new or looking to shave time off your PB, there’ll be something for you. 🎯

Keep your eyes peeled… more details coming soon 👀

24/03/2026

I’m really excited to be launching this from May.

I’ve wanted to do something like this for a while… getting kids into fitness in a way that isn’t just team sports, and showing them it can actually be fun, varied and something the whole family can enjoy together. 🤩

So that’s what Family Circuits is going to be about. Making movement engaging, accessible and something kids grow up enjoying, not avoiding. 💪

I can’t wait to get started and the admin was frankly a nightmare so it’d be ideal if you could help me promote it, so it’s not axed 🤣🤣

28/02/2026

🔥 24 HOURS. 24 CLASSES. ONE BIG CHARITY CHALLENGE!🔥

On 25th and 26th April I’ll be attempting to complete all 24 hours of our Fitness Fiesta… yes, every single class from midday Saturday to midday Sunday 👀

From Kettlebells to Spin, Body Combat to Yin Yoga, I’ll be going nonstop to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity and Be More Ben ❤️

If you’d like to sponsor me, even a small donation would make a huge difference. You can donate here:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/24hr-fitness-fiesta
https://www.justgiving.com/page/24hr-fitness-fiesta-2026

I’ll need all the encouragement I can get, especially at 3am 🫠🤣

Let’s see if I can make it to the finish line 🏁

🔥 24 HOUR FITNESS FIESTA 🔥

The first event of its kind and Parish Wharf’s most ambitious event yet. 👀

Join us on 25th and 26th April, running from midday Saturday to midday Sunday, as we deliver a 45 minute class every hour for 24 hours straight.

From Body Balance to Zumba, Group Cycling to Kettlebells, there is something for everyone.

Classes are free to book, with a suggested donation of £5 per class, capped at £40 if you take on all 24. All proceeds will go to The Fire Fighters Charity and Be More Ben 🧡

Are you up for the full 24 hour challenge, or will you dip in for a class or two?

Sessions are available to book now. Please use the specially created 'Charity Event' tab on the app, call 01275 848494 or pop into the centre to secure your place.

Donate here:
https://www.justgiving.com/page/24hr-fitness-fiesta?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

https://www.justgiving.com/page/24hr-fitness-fiesta-2026?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

22/02/2026

What a brilliant session! 16 people of varying abilities came together for a 90-minute Introduction to Kettlebell Sport Workshop and the energy was brilliant 💥

From complete beginners to those with kettlebell experience, everyone learned and refined the key lifts: jerk, sn**ch and long cycle. Seeing people challenge themselves, support each other and make real progress in such a short time was great to watch. 🤩

Kettlebell Sport is about technique, efficiency and mindset more than it is strength, and every single person left with a better understanding of the principles 💪🏼

If you’d like to improve your kettlebell technique, build strength and learn a new discipline, let me know! ☺️

27/01/2026

🔥 Kettlebell Sport Workshop 🔥

Ready to take your kettlebell lifting to the next level? Join me for a Kettlebell Sport Workshop focused on mastering the three main lifts:

✅ Jerk

✅ Sn**ch

✅ Long Cycle (Clean & Jerk)

🗓 Sunday 22nd February

🕓 16:00 – 17:30

💷 £10 members | £14 non-members

This is a skills-based workshop - you’ll spend time breaking down technique, learning efficient movement patterns, and completing targeted drills and practice sets.

Open to beginners and intermediate lifters, with kettlebells ranging from 4–48kg available.

Spaces are limited - book via the Parish Wharf website or app and improve your kettlebell lifting! 💪

22/01/2026

Want to train with me? I don’t just offer PT 💪🏼

Whether you’re into strength, conditioning, kettlebells or a good sweaty HIIT session, there’s something for everyone. 💦

All classes have options given so you can work at your own pace while still being challenged. 💪🏼

Classes run throughout the week at Parish Wharf.
DM me with any questions or book online via their website or app. 📱