Meet our Exercise Referral Instructors
Meet Active Blackpool's Exercise Referral Instructors
At Active Blackpool, we have a great team of instructors that will work with you on our Exercise Referral scheme.
Each bringing their own experience and specialist qualifications. They will make sure you are supported on your 16 week journey.
You can meet them all below.
About Me
My Qualifications
- Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Level 3 Diploma in GP Exercise Referral
- Instructor in Good Boost, Escape Pain
- Level 4 in Obesity and Diabetes (In Progress)
About Me
I work with Active Blackpool to support individuals through tailored, safe, and effective programmes designed around their health needs and goals.
I believe exercise helps us become not just stronger physically, but also improves our mental well-being.
My Qualifications
- Level 2 Fitness Instructor
- Level 2 Swimming Instrcutor
- Yoga Instructor
- Wellbeing Coach
- Good Boost Instructor
- Aqua Aerobics Instructor
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral (In Progress)
About Me
I’m a fitness enthusiast with over 5 years of gym experience, currently working on the Exercise Referral pathway.
I enjoy helping individuals achieve their goals through tailored support and motivation.
My Qualifications
- Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral (In Progress)
About Me
I work as a Wellness Instructor in the Active Wellbeing Suite, supporting people in building fitness and confidence, especially those new to exercise or managing health conditions.
I am passionate about creating a supportive and encouraging environment.
My Qualifications
- Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
About Me
As a Phase 4 trained Cardiac Rehabilitation Instructor with over 20 years of experience, my goal is to support individuals who have experienced a cardiac event.
I’m also qualified in COPD exercise management and have extensive experience helping people with health conditions exercise safely and confidently.
My Qualifications
- BACPR Phase 4 Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Level 4 Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Aquafit Instructor
- Level 3 Advanced Gym Instructor
About Me
I’m an Active Wellbeing Suite and exercise class instructor with over 10 years of experience. I work with a diverse range of clients—from athletes to individuals requiring extra support due to health conditions. My goal is to make exercise more accessible, enjoyable, and personalised for everyone.
My Qualifications
- Level 3 Fitness Instructor
- Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Level 3 Diploma in GP Exercise Referral
- Level 3 Advanced Resistance Training
- Level 3 Antenatal & Postnatal Programme Design
- Level 3 Advanced Pilates Instructor
- Level 3 Client Psychology & Motivation
- Level 3 Exercise for Fat Loss
- Level 4 in Neurological Conditions & Level 4 in Obesity and Diabetes (In Progress)
- Instructor in Good Boost, Pilates, Core, and Circuits
About Me
I have worked in the Exercise Referral team for over 15 years.
I am the Coordinator for the Cardiac Scheme and deliver exercise classes for both cardiac and non-cardiac members across all three leisure centres.
My Qualifications
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- BACPR Phase 4 Cardiac Rehabilitation
About Me
My main role within Active Blackpool is as an Exercise Referral Instructor. I support individuals with various medical conditions that may limit their participation in mainstream fitness, helping them build the confidence and fitness to transition into regular classes.
I also work in the Active Wellbeing Suite and cover fitness sessions as needed. With over 12 years in the industry, I strive to show that fitness can be fun, accessible, and life-changing.
My Qualifications
- Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- Level 3 Aquatic Activity for Health
- Level 3 Outdoor Activities
- Level 4 in Obesity and Diabetes (In Progress)
- Level 2 Fitness Instructor (Escape Pain, Good Boost, Circuits, Spinning, Aqua, etc.)
About Me
As the Active Communities Development Officer, I lead the Exercise Referral Scheme, supporting individuals with long-term health conditions.
With over 26 years of experience, I am passionate about making exercise accessible and meaningful to all.
My Qualifications
- Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- Level 4 in Neurological Rehabilitation
- Level 4 in Cancer Rehabilitation
- Level 4 in Obesity and Diabetes
- Level 4 in Mental Health and Exercise (In Progress)
- Escape Pain, Good Boost, and Spinning Instructor
- Boxercise Instructor
About Me
I am one of the Active Communities Referral Coordinators, supporting the Exercise Referral Scheme with structured 16-week programmes for individuals with a wide range of medical conditions.
With over 20 years of experience, I bring a depth of knowledge in prescribing safe and suitable exercises for all abilities.
My Qualifications
- Level 4 in Long-Term Neurological Conditions
- Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
- Level 3 Chair-Based Exercise for the Frailer Older Adult
- Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
- Level 2 Fitness Instruction for Adolescents
- Exercise to Music Instructor – Certified Box Extreme, Kettlebell & Indoor Cycling Instructor
- Escape Pain & Good Boost Instructor