Starting to get a little older, a bit less flexible, and putting on a few extra kilos I thought I should do something about it.  That was about 4 years ago when I wandered past this gem of a studio called RISE Health.  The open air, friendly studio located with a great outlook and filled with friendly instructors is one of my favourite places to visit for my daily exercise fix.  I prefer a trainer who does not yell and scream at you, but one who is extremely passionate about their job, who has a wealth of knowledge, and someone who can provide me with a session where I have absolutely nothing left in the tank when I leave.  John definitely provides all of this and also manages to make you smile while doing it.  Being one of those people who just enjoyed running but did very little strength work, John has helped me achieve a more balanced body which now means no more back or shoulder pain, and my running has improved as well.  The smaller studio means you receive a lot more attention during classes which is a must for me.  The great mix of classes provided caters for everything I want to do whether it be Yoga or Pilates, or a challenging Bootcamp class.  RISE Health has it all. John and his team go above and beyond to provide an exceptional service.  I strongly recommend RISE Health to everyone, so come along you won’t be disappointed!

Maintaining a successful training program has always been an issue for me. In the past I would often struggle to achieve my desired results due to a lack of interest and boredom in what I believed to was a standard weights & cardio program. That said, I love the way I feel when my body is fit and strong, so I continually tried new personal trainers or training disciplines in hope that something would stick. I poked my head into the RISE studio after moving into a nearby building, and was surprised to see no bench press or treadmill in sight. I signed up for a fitness assessment with John and knew within minutes that the search for my perfect training environment was over. When I started I was only a couple of kilos over my desired weight, but I felt terrible. My sleep was inconsistent, my energy levels low, my brain didn’t seem as sharp as it should have been and I was carrying some niggling injuries. John guided me through the process of addressing all of these issues and inspired me to demand more from my body than ever before. I’ve tried to describe the style of fitness they provide at RISE and can never do it justice but I guess it’s a mix of: Yoga & Pilates without the ohm Weights without machines Stretching and postural correction Cardio without so much as looking at a treadmill, and Nutritional guidance without judgment I guess the beauty of RISE is that it’s different for everyone. Others I’ve met while training have completely different workouts to me, which speaks volumes about the experience of the team and service offered. It’s truly PERSONAL training.

Around twelve months ago I was suffering from chronic back pain and after having two steroid injections to alleviate the pain I was still suffering .This made me think my only option was to look into surgery and then I was walking past RISE Health studio and spoke to John Fell about doing a pilates class, he suggested doing one on one with him and recommended ten sessions ,I have been going every week since such has been the positive impact John has had on not only my health and fitness but my life in general. RISE Health and Fitness provides a professional environment to train in with pleasant surrounds and friendly staff. My road to recovery has not been rushed but encouraged by John through many different avenues such as an improved diet ,getting my body fat percentage down which lowers the risk of other health problems,,also not training in pain Johns knowledge of the muscular system is second to none and if one exercise is uncomfortable he has many more to move onto. Improvements I have had with my back has enabled me continue working at a high level which involves a lot of heavy lifting and also get back into some high intensity aerobic training. I recommend RISE Health to anyone who wants a positive change to their lives.

I came to see John at RISE in early 2013 after a back injury. I had very preconceived and somewhat negative ideas about personal training which turned out to be completely incorrect. When I first came to RISE I was experiencing daily lower back pain which had become a permanent, but unwelcome aspect of my life. Two years later I have no back pain and I feel healthier and better in all aspects of my daily life. For me RISE represents personal training for the thinking person. John understands my goals and tailors our weekly program to meet those needs. When I started I never thought I would end up actually looking forward to exercise, but I do now. And as an added bonus the studio is bright, clean and doesn’t have the cramped feel of a lot of gyms.

I began personal training with John at Rise Health after having a baby. I had heard great things about John and have found them all to be true. What has struck me is the teams enormous knowledge and experience in all things health and fitness. They do a fabulous job of catering to all ages, sizes and fitness levels and will tailor a program to the individual using a variety of different exercise styles and techniques. For someone like myself who has never been a huge fan of exercise, this has made all the difference and for the first time in my life I've actually found myself looking forward to working out! On top of this are the fantastic results you get. I am now getting comments from friends that I look better than I did pre-baby, I think a lot of this comes down to someone giving you the right kinds of exercises for your body type and motivating you. I would highly recommend Rise Health to anyone who wants to start incorporating more exercise into their life but doesn't know where to start, is already very fit and healthy but wants to be pushed further or someone who just wants to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

At the start of my sessions with John my body was acting my age - sore back, knees, joints let alone expanding waistline. Many years of sitting at a desk with passive exercise does not work in the long term. 18 months later- core strength, mobility and fitness has improved markedly and am now back to my fighting weight and body tone of at least 15 years ago. Rise has been instrumental in every step from initiation of training programs, exercise regimes and encouragement. Most importantly they care and regularly modify the regime to counteract niggles and twitches. They really know their stuff. You always feel your time spent with RISE is dedicated to you. There are no distractions, no mobile phones, no slackening off. Its 100% focus on you. I’m happy to acknowledge that what I’ve saved on regular appointments with Chiropractors is now spent on buying new and trimmer clothes. Thanks RISE. I’m a big advocate.

I first started my search for a personal trainer because I knew something was out of balance in my routine - I was exercising heaps and eating ok, but always felt tired, constantly injured and workouts became a chore. I'm so glad I found RISE and John has been instrumental in helping me strike a better balance not just from a fitness perspective but also with my overall health. John's great in translating all the "rules" that we all know we "should" be following, into practical tips that can be incorporated into a busy work week. I've learned that as with most things, there's no "one size fits all" to exercising - I love the variety in our sessions but also confident that the exercises are tailored to my body and how I'm feeling overall (it's a fine line knowing whether I really "need" that one last sprint!) It's great knowing that there's an expert keeping tab on my progress and keep challenging me week in week out! The regular smiling faces at RISE are an added bonus and provide extra motivation! Thank you.  

Being of an age where my body has some challenges I am happy to say John at RISE is able to tailor my sessions according to my physical limitations. This is invaluable to me and without it I doubt I would be able to be as active as I now am.   I enjoy every session. John is gentle but firm. His understanding of the mechanics of the human body is not only reassuring but allows me to address issues and deal with them. I have lost five kilos and I am far more active now. In the past I have not enjoyed exercise but I now look forward to his sessions.   The studio has a relaxed vibe, personal with the best sunsets and view. My fitness regime has been designed to suit my age and lifestyle; therefore have a greater chance of success and sustainability. I love going to ‘RISE’ it doesn’t feel like a gym but a place where one rediscovers their body.