Current & past Coaches

Guy started Bristol Co-operative Gym in 2016 to offer an alternative environment to train in.

Guy takes a person-centred approach to coaching, without assuming anything about why someone might want to train. He draws on a history of approaches to support your interests and intentions.

Guy loves reading historical ideas about training and the body, as well as finding out about the most recent strength and conditioning research. 

Isidora specialises in weightlifting, bodyweight strength and mobility training techniques.

She believes training allows us to connect with our bodies, and become aware of their ability to overcome pain, injury or disfunction.

Isidora’s approach is holistic and functional. Her goal is to create a positive mindset about movement, free from self- judging or image-centered approaches.

Barney Ball Barney specialises in gender-affirming body recomposition, pastoral correction, strength & conditioning, lower back pain, and injury rehabilitation.

He offers a safe and supportive space where any person can train comfortably, regardless of background or experience level.

Barney feels that exercise is one of the greatest tools for managing mental health, offering a stable, controllable factor to your lifestyle. 

Lucy is a Mindful Movement instructor local to St.Anne’s.

She aims to offer creative, energising and yet inclusive movement classes with a sense of playfulness throughout.

Lucy has been a committed yoga and Mindful Movement practitioner since 2011. Over the years, she delved deep into the Yoga and Movement community of Bristol and spent time in India exploring various different practices of Yoga.

She has completed 200 hours of teacher training (with the aim to undertake further training in the near future). She is forever looking to develop her skills and knowledge so she can help others along their movement journey! 

Charlie’s workouts pair classic punk culture with simple aerobic exercises. She wants to share the benefits of physical activity with people who can’t stand gyms and gym playlists.

Charlie creates an environment where we can feel okay to make mistakes, get sweaty, and look silly, all while getting a good workout and enjoying some decent music.

Dec is a personal trainer who helps people exercise in a way that maximises joy, freedom and growth.

He loves strength training and weightlifting. He uses his experience as a squash player and CrossFit Coach to put together varied and fun sessions.

Dec aims to co-create people’s experience, being led by your motivation and goals.