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Personal Training in Exeter (Marsh Barton)

Build a body you trust, and a routine that actually sticks

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About me

I’m Charlie, a personal trainer in Exeter, offering in-person coaching in Marsh Barton, and online training for people who want to feel physically strong and mentally steady.

My coaching goes beyond aesthetics. Alongside strength and fitness, I place a strong emphasis on mental health, mindset, and sustainable habits, helping you build a routine that supports your energy, confidence, and day-to-day life.

I grew up in Cornwall and now call Devon home. A love of the outdoors has always shaped how I train, not just to look good, but to stay capable enough to enjoy an active life, from hiking and climbing to simply having the resilience to keep up with everyday demands.

Whether we work together in person or online, my focus is on realistic structure, long-term consistency, and confidence that carries beyond the gym, without extremes or an all-or-nothing mindset.

A little more...

Here is the amazing PT Studio we would be training in called Thrive Collective. The studio has been carefully designed to create a calm, high-quality training environment where the focus is entirely on you and your progress. Away from the noise and crowds of larger gyms, it provides the perfect space to train with intention, develop strength and confidence, and enjoy the process of improving your health and wellbeing.

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My Services

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  • Hybrid coaching combines the best of in-person 1-1 training with the flexibility and structure of online coaching.

    You’ll train with me regularly in Thrive Collective private gym space in Marsh Barton, focusing on technique, progression, and confidence in your lifts, while also having your personalised programme, tracking, and support delivered through your all-in-one coaching app.

    This means your training doesn’t stop when you leave the gym. You’ll have clear workouts for the days you train independently, guidance around habits and lifestyle, and ongoing accountability between sessions, all in one place.

    Hybrid coaching is ideal if you want the reassurance and connection of face-to-face sessions, alongside the freedom to train around work, travel, or a busy schedule. It gives you structure without rigidity, support without dependency, and progress that fits into real life.

  • Train with me in Thrive Collective’s private gym space in Marsh Barton, designed for focused, one-to-one coaching. There’s no busy commercial gym, no crowds, and no feeling on display, just a calm environment shared by a small number of experienced personal trainers.

    This setting allows us to work properly. Sessions are structured, unrushed, and tailored to you, with time to focus on technique, progression, and how your training fits into the rest of your life. Alongside strength and fitness, I place a strong emphasis on mental wellbeing, confidence, and sustainable habits, helping you feel more capable both inside and outside the gym.

    1-1 training is ideal if you want accountability, individual attention, and a space where you can train without pressure or comparison. Whether your goal is to feel stronger, move better, or simply enjoy training again, the focus is on steady progress that supports an active, balanced life.

  • Online coaching gives you structured, personalised support wherever you are, all delivered through your own all-in-one coaching app. Your training plan, progress tracking, check-ins, and communication are all in one place, so you’re never guessing what to do or how you’re progressing.

    You’ll have clear workouts tailored to your goals, guidance around nutrition and habits, and regular accountability to keep you consistent. The app allows you to log sessions, track progress over time, and stay connected with me between check-ins, giving you support without needing to be in the gym together.

    This option is ideal if you want flexibility, independence, and structure without pressure. It suits busy schedules, people who train at different gyms or at home, and anyone who wants expert guidance while staying in control of their routine.

    Online coaching is about building confidence, consistency, and momentum in a way that fits real life, not an all-or-nothing approach, but steady progress you can maintain.

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A relaxed, no-pressure chat to talk through your goals, current routine, and what you’d like help with. We’ll explore whether coaching is the right fit for you and which option would suit your life best.

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