Personal Training
in Reading for Mobility and Stability

Discover what you are capable of through education focused training that prevents injury, and builds a strong, functional physique.

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My 2025 Stats:

872
PT sessions
228
Exercise classes
39
Video Workouts
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Services:

Personal Training - Gym, Mobile, & Online

Let me Empower you through specific exercises to suit you and your body that will make you move and feel better. Build confidence and strength, while learning how to train your body. Nobody wants to suffer those pesky aches and pains, or feel like they are fighting their own body. Let's change that!

Group Personal Training - 2 or more people

Achieve your goals with your friends and family, with these tailored sessions to accommodate each of your needs. It's the same professional experience, but at a fraction of the cost.

Martial Arts Training - Karate, Self Defence, Boxing

Whether you want to become fighting fit and relieve some stress, or delve into the nuances of the arts for fun or personal safety, this is where my 20+ years of martial arts experience really shines through.

Karate Classes - from 4+

Empower yourself or your children through my martial art classes. We teach respect, discipline, critical thinking, coordination, and lighting reflexes; all practical skills for every day life and growing into the best people we can be.

Exercise Classes - Reading & Burghfield

Join us for Body Conditioning, Stretch, and Combat throughout the week!

My Story and Mission:

I'm James, and I bring a decade of expertise in personal training to individuals seeking a tailored exercise experience in Reading. As a certified professional with a specialisation in martial arts, my approach centres on enhancing mobility and stability—key factors in both injury prevention and rehabilitation. I believe in building a strong foundation that allows clients to progress safely and effectively towards their fitness goals, whether they aim to increase strength or recover from injuries.
My mission is to Empower each client through a supportive partnership, providing proven strategies that yield reliable results and foster a healthier, more active lifestyle.

What My Clients Say:

I've been training with James for nearly 4 years now, and over that time we've done various combinations of HIIT, strength, boxing and karate. James always knows just how to motivate me, and always keeps the sessions fun and different. I trust that he knows my limits far better than me, and will push me harder than I would ever push myself. Would 100% recommend!!
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Laura De Boiserie
Fitness & Karate
Initially started doing sessions with James a couple of years ago as had frequent shoulder and back issues. Since starting strength and stability training, my overall health has been much better. He is incredibly knowledgeable and has a teaching style that makes you feel there is no such thing as a stupid question and helps build confidence in your own ability. Would thoroughly recommend.
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James Williams
Fitness Training
I’ve started with martial arts classes (last year aged 49) and went on to do PT sessions with James. He’s been brilliant in both areas. He understands my motivation and how I learn. I’m someone who needs to understand the biomechanics, then the lightbulb comes, so that’s how he guides & teaches me. Regarding motivation I have self limiting beliefs, so he sneaks in extra reps or pushes a little bit more when he sees I can. It works. I’ve seen great results in fitness and well-being. His professionalism and humour are also something that makes him stand out as a great coach.
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Omera Waheed
Fitness & Karate
My husband and I have been doing PT sessions with James weekly for 2 years. His sessions are always well thought out, he finds an alternative if I’m struggling and he has greatly helped me through a shoulder injury. I definitely feel the benefit of our sessions and would highly recommend James.
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Kathleen & Tim Fraser
Fitness Training
My husband & I have had PT sessions with James twice a week for the past year. What a difference! Can’t recommend James enough - we have improved our muscle strength and would never have achieved this without his amazing muscle knowledge.
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Pam & Rob Bishop
Fitness Training
I attended some of James classes pre-Covid and then at some point during the pandemic we were able to do outside PT. As I have a fitness background myself, I found it hard to find the right PT but knew James was the right person for me. He is very knowledgeable and great at explaining the science. I trust him completely in understanding my goals & helping me get there in the way that works for me best. I've returned to him several times for a catch-up and tweaks to my programme and will continue to do so.raining with James has transformed my approach to fitness. His focus on mobility and stability has not only helped me recover from my knee pain but has also enhanced my overall strength. I feel more confident and capable in my daily activities, and I can now enjoy martial arts without the worry of injury. Highly recommended!
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Justine Wortsman
Fitness Training

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What Fitness training do you offer in Reading?
I provide online, mobile, and gym-based one to one training, as well as private small group sessions in and around the Reading area. Whether that be for basic health or Strength & Conditioning for performance. I also run exercise classes in Tilehurst, Caversham, and Burghfield.
What Martial Arts training do you offer?
I currently train people in Shotokan Karate, Practical Self Defence, and Boxing in my private one to one and small group sessions, and run classes for those aged 4 and above. Currently based at Kendrick School, my classes are; Diddy Dragons (4-6), Karate (6+), and Advanced Karate, which we run multiple times a week.
What Gym are you based at?
I am based at The Atrium Health Club (yes, the one that survived the arsonist attack in January). I always loved their community first approach, and that they genuinely care for both staff and members. That and the fact that it is a well-equipped, spacious facility, makes it the kind of professional environment that I want to be associated with, and it allows me do the kind of varied high-quality training that people enjoy.
Can I train Outdoors or at Home?
Absolutely! Training has to be convenient to be consistent, so I offer my mobile and online services to help those who need that. It doesn't matter if you're at home with the baby, or need a quick boost before work, we can find a way to make it work!

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Ready to start your journey toward improved mobility and stability?
Email: jamesempoweringpt@gmail.com