The team
The coaches at onePT
Elite experience. Real people. Coaching designed for real life.
Our coaches have worked with international athletes, professional teams and world class facilities. From a PhD in human performance to British powerlifting champions, HYROX world championship qualifiers and a physiotherapist, the team at onePT in Rochdale uses proven methods that work. There are no extreme fads here, just smart training that fits into busy lives.
Every coach is on the floor and in the session. Open a coach below to read their story.
25 years in elite athlete development, including setting up and managing the sports medicine and human performance facility at St George's Park.
Neil worked with Premiership footballers, international rugby players and test cricketers before bringing that standard to everyday adults in Rochdale. His PhD in Sport and Exercise Science is from Liverpool John Moores University, and every coaching method and assessment at onePT was designed by him.
His philosophy is prevention is better than cure. He wants you strong enough to stay out of the doctor's office. He is also a certified EMS trainer.
- Favourite exercise: pull ups, dips and press ups
- Favourite food: Italian
- Workout music: Northern Soul, Paul Weller
A HYROX Foundation Coach who has competed in 16 HYROX races across open, pro and doubles, including the 2023 World Championships in Manchester, and qualified for the 2025 World Championships in Chicago in the singles pro category.
Chris found fitness after big lifestyle changes in his mid thirties: losing over 20kg, giving up alcohol and focusing on performance and longevity. He is also a Chartered Building Surveyor, so he understands balancing training with a demanding job.
- Favourite exercise: walking sandbag lunges
- Favourite food: pizza
- Workout music: 90s pop to hard rock
Trained in gymnastics, joined the Territorial Army at 17, then served six years in the Royal Gibraltar Regiment as one of only two women, before two years in mixed martial arts.
Kim is the first woman ever to fight in MMA in Gibraltar. Now a qualified PT with a passion for nutrition, nine years of making plant based food and the science of longevity, she helps members with their health, mind and fitness.
- Favourite exercise: hip thrust
- Favourite food: Indian
- Workout music: anything with a good beat
Known as The Quiet One. Specialises in body recomposition and strength, has helped hundreds of people change their physique while improving how they move and live.
Training since 16, Adam holds powerlifting records including a national deadlift record and is preparing for natural bodybuilding competition. Qualifications include Level 3 Personal Training, Level 4 Lower Back Pain Specialist, Level 4 Nutrition, Level 3 Exercise Referral and pre and post natal exercise.
- Favourite exercise: deadlift
- Favourite food: quad smash burger
- Workout music: DMX
Over eight years of coaching, two degrees specialising in sports nutrition and a master's in fat metabolism. Leads Team Lean, the female only strength community at onePT.
Lucy's approach is holistic: strength training, nutrition, mindset, stress management and lifestyle. Her promise is a healthier, more sustainable way to get in incredible shape without restrictive diets or quick fixes. Follow her on Instagram at @llucketti_fitness.
Two times North West Powerlifting Champion, British Powerlifting Champion and Team GB reserve athlete.
Harrison coaches strength training and powerlifting for members at every level, from a first barbell to competition, and oversees the recovery room as recovery lead.
- Favourite exercise: deadlift
- Favourite food: lasagne
- Vice: Colin the Caterpillar cake
A physiotherapist with five years of Pilates teaching, qualified with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institution in 2020.
Danielle teaches group classes and one to one or two to one sessions tailored to individual needs, and loves onePT's ethos around physical and mental wellbeing.
Over five years of coaching people of every age and background, with a focus on building confidence through exercise. Matt leads the group coaching timetable.
Matt believes the most rewarding part of coaching is seeing people become happier, healthier and proud of what they accomplish. Outside the gym he swims, walks his dog, grapples and boxes. Before qualifying he spent a year in animal care working with lizards, scorpions, pythons and bird eating spiders.
- Favourite exercise: weighted dips
- Favourite food: almond butter
Eight years as a personal trainer and over 25 years playing football. Known as Ginge.
Kallen runs the day to day at onePT and coaches members with an emphasis on rapport, understanding your goals and helping you smash them.
- Favourite exercise: cable chest press
- Favourite food: creamy chicken pasta
- Workout music: Eminem, 2Pac, Biggie
Google reviews4.9 from 80 reviews
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“I came to lift weights. I left feeling ten years younger. At 58 I am stronger than I have ever been and I wouldn’t want to train anywhere else.”
“I'm currently recovering from a herniated disc and ongoing sciatica. Neil has taken the time to understand my injuries, adapt everything to my needs and help me feel safe exercising again.”
“I had been a member of a gym 20 years ago, since then life had got in the way and I had lost a bit of confidence to start again in my 60’s. Unsure why I initially hesitated!”
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Book a free consultationWhat happens next
- We reply on WhatsApp
- You come in for your free consultation
- Your health and movement assessment
- Your programme is written and your first session is booked
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Rochdale, OL11Where members come from
The gym is on Albion Road Industrial Estate, south of Rochdale town centre, with free parking at the unit. Bamford and Norden are a few minutes up the road, Heywood, Littleborough and Middleton a little further.