Testimonials
"Ive trained with Simon at my home gym for nearly five years. In that time both myself and my gym have evolved. I have never felt stronger or healthier and the gym - instead of being a dusty waste of space, is bright and function - a positive place to be!
Simon is passionate about fitness and it shows through the energy and enthusiasm he brings to every session, even the early morning ones. His easy going, friendly personality creates a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Every workout is challenging, creative and most importantly, fun! Simon places a high value on correct form with each exercise and will adapt where necessary to make sure its working the right muscles and is comfortable.
We recently decided to move towards a more weights based programme, Simon motivates me to push past my perceived limits to get results. I have incredible energy, my balance and flexibility have improved immensely and I've got great new muscles. My teenage daughter joins in with my sessions when she’s home and Simon is able to adapt his training plan to suit us both. If you are serious about changing your life for the better, Simon will give you the tools to get there!"
A Johnson -North Yorkshire
"I contacted Simon after suffering lower back problems for a while. I had been visiting a Chiropractor and whilst that helped I felt a more concentrated program and added motivation was required to strengthen my back. I have a physically demanding job and had previously enjoyed Mountain Biking, Running and Hiking pain free but began suffering after trying to do each. Simon helped re-establish stability firstly, with lots of Core exercises and then began to strengthen the different parts of my body to work together through weights and resistance. His regular appointments help keep the motivation and the results are exactly what I wanted. I'm now Running, Mountain Biking and Hiking and not suffering. His style is relaxed and he is very friendly, but he is willing to push to and educate you correctly. I enjoy my sessions with him, and I'm proud of what he has helped me achieve."
Rob Gray - Wheldrake
"I met Simon in the pub after consuming quite a few glasses of wine and told him how much I wanted to start training again and get back to where I wanted to be, the next day after forgetting most of our conversation he text me saying when will we get started!! And that's exactly what we did, Simon has turned my life around, in nearly 2 years he has helped me lose nearly 2 stone, made me so much stronger, and fitter and above all believe anything is possible if you put your mind to it, Simon is a very positive person, he makes me laugh and nearly cry on occasions!! I love my training sessions they are always varied and fun, and I now feel so much better, I can't recommend Simon enough".
Susan Edwards - Aldwark
'As an international modern pentathlete training for 5 disciplines (running, swimming, shooting, fencing and show jumping), I found it difficult to find time for strength and conditioning on top of my other training. Having Simon come to my house on a regular basis helps me keep in a routine. Simon pushes me harder than I might push myself if he wasn’t there! He is great at spurring me on and so I feel like I have got the most out of every session, I also feel that sessions stay varied and interesting as he has a good range of fitness equipment. I have been training with Simon for just under a year now and I have noticed a definite improvement in my overall strength- which has helped me improve in all my sports.
Because of these reasons and Simons enthusiastic approach to every session I would always recommend him!
Georgia Pipes - Easingwold
Katherine Oakes - Dalton
"As a women, it is important to train with a person who you feel comfortable with so you get the most out of each session. Simon enables me to do this. He took/takes time to understand what your objectives are and ensures that you achieve them through motivation and commitment. He also recognises when your training plan needs to change to ensure that each session is a challenge. Simon has encouraged me to achieve a physique and fitness level that I never thought would be possible and I have him to thank for it. Simon is professional, personable and knowledgeable and I would highly recommend him."
"I started training with Simon off the back of an unsuccessful trail with Hull City FC. My main objectives, as highlighted by Hull City, was to improve my physical strength on the ball and acceleration. The training I undertake with Simon is very specific paying close attention to the weaknesses in my game and fitness for Football. He has fully reviewed my diet to ensure I am eating the correct foods to support the varied strength and speed training we do as well as ensure I am fully fuelled to compete in my weekend games. 6 months down the line and I am much stronger, fitter and faster. As a direct result this has helped me to be selected to play for my county and I am also currently trialling at Bradford City FC hoping to achieve a YTS. I highly recommend Simon as a Personal Trainer whatever your goals may be".
Tom Espin - Easingwold
" I started training with Simon in the hope of losing some weight and toning up for THE BIG 50! After only 3 months I had dropped a dress and jeans size and was feeling much fitter. Simon even quietly encouraged me to cut down on my wine consumption which has been even more amazing! I thoroughly enjoy my twice weekly training sessions. They are always geared to my personal needs, and Simon always manages to push me that bit further whilst still making it fun, he is always very lighthearted and cheerful. Being able to train from home is also a huge bonus. I would highly recommend Simon as a personal trainer......He is very knowledgeable, very patient,extremely professional.... and absolutely brilliant! "
Sue Connew - Aldwark
"Simon is an excellent, very patient personal trainer. He is good at motivating and skilled at dealing with clients of very different abilities. I am fitter now approaching 40, than I was at 20. I have lost 11kg and am down a trouser size. I would highly recommend him".
Mark Stenton - Easingwold
"I initially decided to take a personal trainer on to prepare me for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro last June and I'm happy to say I made the summit as a direct result! I had, previously to working with Simon only used a gym and attended the odd class and felt frustrated at the lack of progress I was making despite all my efforts! The kind of training required for such an expedition was one which had to be very specific and concentrated towards strength and endurance, I simply and realistically couldn't achieve this at the gym alone and Simon tailored a plan exclusively for me specific to my needs and ability. Within the first month of training with Simon my stamina, weight loss and motivation accelerated and found I was capable of far more than I ever used to be or even thought possible thanks to Simon's highly motivational approach and well informed nutrition advice. I have and will continue to train with Simon because he really knows how to achieve real and sustainable results. I do certainly recommend and endorse Simon as a personal trainer".
Helen Baxter - Ripon
"I came across Simon through a personal recommendation from an existing client. He has been helping me get fitter and lose some weight, and together we have had some great results.
Having a PT visit you at home is a fantastic way of ensuring that you get off the sofa and do some (in my case weekly) exercise. I know that Simon is coming so even when I am not feeling up to it, we always train and invariably I feel much, much better afterwards. Simon is particularly good at sensing how far he can push me in each session, and using that to maximise the value of the time we spend together.
He has a tool kit full of ideas and bits of kit, I particularly like the Flowin mat (some don’t I hear) and when the weather permits bike rides and runs are included in the schedule.
Simon and I have been working together for more than 2 years now, and am sure I will be a client of Acti:Fit for many more. I would not hesitate for a second to recommend Simon to friends and family – a thoroughly nice guy."
Richard Jones - Thornton-le-Clay
"I always look forward to my weekly training sessions with Simon. He is extremely personable, has a great sense of humour, is very encouraging and can make me work much harder and acheive far more than I ever would on my own. When I started training with him I could barely manage to run for 60 seconds at a time - now I can do 4 miles (sometimes even more on a good day!) and last year Simon and Clare joined myself and friend when we walked the Yorkshire Dales 3 Peaks. Having someone come to the house for a pre-booked session means that however busy my week is I always manage to get some much needed exercise and feel fitter and better for it"
Karen Richardson - Dalton
"I started training with Simon soon after finishing a gruelling course or chemotherapy and been told that vigorous exercise would greatly reduce my chance of a recurrence. 3 years on I am still seeing him feeling fantastic and so far all my scans have been clear.
I am not a natural athlete (Hated sports at school) but I look forward to my sessions with Simon. He's very professional, good fun and utterly discreet (No tittle-tattle about other clients) although we still find plenty to laugh about!"
Catherine Suckling - York
"Simon is a great personal trainer. He is flexible in accommodating hectic schedules and keeps training fun and varied giving his clients the right mix of challenge and support to achieve their individual goals. I look forward to my training sessions with him and would recommend him wholeheartedly."
Claire Wesley - West Lilling
"I worked with Simon 5 months before relocating to Switzerland where he wouldn't come out to train me! Hi, Hi! He helped me tremendously in regaining excellent fitness after a major brain injury. I was amazed by the variety of exercises he came out with using a minimum amount of equipment. He has this psychological ability to get the best out of you and push you just that little bit further."
Sybille Fiaux - York
"I've been working with Simon for over 2 years now and have always found his approach to be very professional yet personal enough that you feel that you are working out with a friend.
The most important element for me in the way Simon works is his flexibility to fit in with my odd working schedule allowing me to keep training despite what is sometimes a difficult diary.
I also feel I have made good progress under Simon's guidance over the last 2 years but most importantly, he has the knack of making the training challenging but enjoyable".
Neil Mercer - Alne
"Simon Clarke is a highly professional personal trainer. He is enthusiastic and determined to help you achieve your goals-whatever they may be.
His initial assessment includes body fat analysis stats-all of which are repeated monthly and emailed to you for your records.He brings a comprehensive range of equipment to his sessions, which are carried out at your home or in the surrounding area. The sessions are intensive but fun and have transformed our fitness levels!"
"I would recommend him to you without reservation!"
James & Shelagh Turvill - Huby
"Act:Fit services are an important part of my health and well being. Enthusiastic, well qualified and determined staff are reflected in the quality of service and result that I see".
Vicky Sutcliffe - Easingwold
"Simon offers personal fitness training tailored to my individual needs that takes into account age and ability. His sessions are tempered with humour and fun even though the workouts are sometimes tough. My overall fitness has improved tremendously and the maintenance program we are now engaged in is working well."
Jacky Owens - Kilburn
