Andre Shannon
Personal Trainer | Exercise Referral Specialist | Nutrition Advisor | Qigong & Tai Chi Teacher, High intensity interval boxing. Registered Raynor Deep tissue massage therapist. Coventry, UK.
Dedicated and experienced fitness professional with a strong background in physical training, exercise instruction, exercise referral and holistic wellbeing.
A qualified Personal Trainer level 3 with Level 3 Exercise Referral and Level 4 Nutrition qualifications, complemented by experience as a Military Instructor. Specialist skills include lower back pain exercise, Raynor Deep Tissue Massage Therapy, Qigong and Tai Chi, West Midlands Karate champion 2009.
I provide a professional, motivational and client focused approach, helping individuals improve their strength, mobility, fitness, balance and overall wellbeing. My combination of fitness, movement and holistic practices enables me to offer a varied approach tailored to individual needs and abilities.
Qualifications & Specialist Training:
- Military Instructor
- Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Level 3 Exercise Referral
- Level 4 Nutrition
- Lower Back Pain
- Raynor Deep Tissue Massage Therapy
- Qigong Teacher
- Tai Chi Form Teacher
Key Skills:
- Personal training and fitness programming
- Exercise referral
- Strength and conditioning
- Mobility and flexibility
- Functional movement
- Balance and coordination
- Lower back pain exercise
- Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
- Qigong instruction
- Tai Chi instruction and forms
- One-to-one personal training
- Group exercise instruction
- Client motivation and goal setting
- Relaxation and breathing techniques
- Deep tissue massage
- Leadership and instruction
Professional Experience:
- Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor 25 years experience
- Design and deliver personalised exercise programmes based on individual goals and abilities.
- Provide one-to-one and group fitness instruction.
- Develop programmes incorporating strength, mobility, flexibility, balance and cardiovascular fitness.
- Teach safe and effective exercise techniques.
- Monitor client progress and adapt programmes where appropriate.
- Motivate clients to achieve realistic and sustainable fitness goals.
- Provide nutrition and lifestyle guidance within professional scope.
- Military Instructor
- Delivered structured physical training and instructional programmes.
- Coached individuals and groups in physical fitness and performance.
- Developed strong leadership, communication and motivational skills.
- Planned and delivered training sessions for different abilities and fitness levels.
- Maintained high standards of professionalism, discipline and safety.
- Qigong & Tai Chi Teacher
- Teach Qigong and to individuals and groups.
- Teach Tai Chi forms with emphasis on posture, balance, controlled movement and body awareness.
- Deliver sessions incorporating breathing, relaxation, mobility and mindful movement.
- Adapt exercises and movements to suit different abilities and experience levels.
- Raynor Deep Tissue Massage Therapist
- Provide Raynor Deep Tissue Massage Therapy.
- Adapt massage techniques according to individual client needs.
- Support clients with relaxation, mobility and general physical wellbeing.
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, hygiene and client care.
- High intensity interval boxing training.
- Boxing routine with combined fitness.
Philosophy:
I believe exercise should be accessible, enjoyable and appropriate for the individual. My approach combines structured fitness training with mobility, functional movement and holistic practices such as Tai Chi and Qigong.
My military instructional background provides a strong foundation in discipline, leadership and coaching, while my exercise referral, nutrition and specialist movement training allows me to work with a broad range of clients and fitness goals.
Currently training in level 3 Sports Massage therapy
Contact:
Email: fitforfun.uk@gmail.com
Mobile: 07305 950517
Reviews:
“I couldn’t recommend Andre highly enough. From the first session, he took the time to understand my goals, fitness level and any limitations I had. Every workout was carefully planned, varied and challenging without ever feeling overwhelming. His knowledge of exercise, nutrition and lower-back training really stands out. He explains everything clearly and makes sure you use the correct technique. I’ve become stronger, fitter and much more confident, and I actually look forward to my training sessions now. A professional, knowledgeable and genuinely caring personal trainer.”
– Aliyah
“Training with Andre has been a fantastic experience. He doesn’t use a one-size-fits-all approach; every session is adapted to my individual needs and ability. His Level 3 Personal Training qualification, Level 4 Nutrition knowledge and specialist understanding of lower-back pain give me real confidence that I’m training safely and effectively.
What I appreciate most is that he genuinely cares about getting the best out of his clients. He motivates and challenges me while always listening to how I’m feeling. The combination of exercise, nutritional guidance and expert coaching has made a real difference to my strength, fitness and confidence. I would happily recommend Andre to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and professional personal trainer.”
– Dave
