Small classes, specialist coaches & supportive culture
About The
Fitness Studio
Our mission is to provide specialist fitness and wellbeing training delivered with compassion, care and respect for every member’s journey.
About Anna
With over two and a half decades of experience as a specialist fitness coach, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a deep understanding of the diverse needs of individuals seeking to improve their health and wellbeing. As a woman in midlife and a mother of four grown children—including one with special educational needs—I have lived the realities of balancing personal challenges with the pursuit of lifelong fitness and resilience.
The Fitness Studio is the culmination of my personal and professional journey. I have witnessed the profound, transformative impact that weight training and functional fitness can have on people of all backgrounds and abilities. However, I also recognise the barriers many face—whether it’s the intimidation of traditional gym environments or the concern that their individual needs won’t be understood or accommodated.
Too often, the world of fitness feels unwelcoming or overwhelming. Many people are put off by intimidating gym environments or feel their needs aren’t understood. The Fitness Studio is a warm, inclusive space where people can build strength and confidence in a supportive, like-minded community. Here, experienced coaches who truly “get it” lead sessions that are empowering, effective, and tailored to real life.
Everyone’s journey is their own, but no one should travel alone.
About Peter
Pete – Coach & Personal Trainer
Pete spent over 35 years working in corporate IT before making the move into a career that reflects what he’s most passionate about: helping people feel fitter, stronger and more confident in their bodies.
A qualified personal trainer and CrossFit Level 1 coach, Pete believes that older athletes deserve the same high-quality coaching as anyone else — with training intelligently adapted to suit changing needs. His approach focuses on maintaining and improving strength, fitness, mobility and balance, while keeping sessions enjoyable and sustainable.
Pete is a strong advocate for training for longevity, supporting members to stay active, capable and confident as they age — and to have fun along the way.
About RACHEL
Rachel Glasgow – Coach & Personal Trainer
Rachel holds a degree in Primary Education with a specialism in Physical Education and is a qualified CrossFit Level 2 Coach and CrossFit Kids Coach. She has been coaching children, teenagers and adults for over nine years and brings a thoughtful, inclusive and nurturing approach to every session.
As a mum of three children, all with special educational needs, Rachel has a deep understanding of the importance of confidence, consistency and positive experiences with movement. This personal experience strongly shapes her coaching philosophy and fuels her passion for helping young people feel happy, healthy and capable in their bodies.
Rachel is dedicated to creating supportive, engaging and empowering environments where all members can build physical skills, resilience and self-belief — setting them up for a lifelong, positive relationship with fitness.
About Hannah
Hannah Juliano – Yoga Teacher
Hannah is a qualified yoga teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience within her local community. She leads inclusive, welcoming classes for all levels, including teenagers and seniors, with a strong emphasis on accessibility and enjoyment.
Her classes blend traditional yoga postures with breathwork and guided relaxation, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing. Hannah believes that yoga is for every body, regardless of age, flexibility, ability or gender, and is passionate about creating a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable moving at their own pace.
Yoga offers a valuable complement to functional fitness training, helping to improve mobility, balance, strength and recovery — and Hannah’s classes provide a calm, grounding space within the wider training offering at The Fitness Studio.
About KATE
Kate – Coach
Kate discovered weight-based and functional fitness in 2016 after a life-changing accident left her in hospital for a month with multiple broken bones. Functional fitness played a central role in her recovery, helping her rebuild strength, confidence and resilience from the ground up.
In 2024, following a diagnosis of a heart condition and several cardiac procedures, Kate once again turned to functional fitness as part of her rehabilitation. Experiencing its impact through both physical recovery and mental strength reinforced her belief in the power of this type of training.
Motivated by her own journey, Kate gained her Level 2 coaching qualification in 2024 and now coaches with a strong sense of purpose and empathy. She is particularly passionate about supporting teens and individuals who may feel that fitness “isn’t for them”, creating welcoming, confidence-building environments where people feel capable and supported.
Kate is also inspired by her daughter, who has special educational needs and has flourished through functional fitness. Seeing its positive impact within her own family continues to drive Kate’s commitment to helping others discover what they are capable of — often beyond what they thought possible.
