Tim qualified as a teacher of boys’ physical education a long time ago (1980)! He taught in Birmingham for 3 years before joining the Royal Air Force as a physical education officer. For much of his 17 years in the RAF he was involved in various aspects of military parachute training. He left the RAF in 2001 and worked for a parachute manufacturer for 3 years. Following redundancy he decided to pursue his passion for training others to help improve their health and fitness. He has been a self-employed personal trainer since 2005 primarily specialising in working with clients with ongoing health issues and older adults. He has a wealth of knowledge, experience and a range of qualifications including:
- Exercise for cardiac rehabilitation (British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation)
- Exercise for stroke rehabilitation (Later Life Training)
- Exercise for falls prevention (postural stability instructor (PSI) Later Life Training) (He is recognised by the NHS Gloucestershire Falls Prevention Service)
- Exercise for people with Parkinson’s (Level 2 PD Warrior instructor)
- Tai Chi instructor (Qi Qong and 24-form Yang style)
- Dementia awareness (completed NHS dementia awareness training)
- Level 3 gym instructor
- Certificate in Nutritional Advice for Weight Management and Common Clinical Conditions (endorsed by British Dietetic Association)
- Advanced Diploma in Exercise and Health Recommendations for GP Referred Clients
- BEd (Hons) specialising in Physical Education
- First Aid
Ollie has over 20 years experience in the fitness industry, working as a Fitness Manager, GP Referral Instructor, Personal Trainer, and Sports Massage Therapist.
Passionate about helping people maintain their independence, mobility, and quality of life, Ollie focuses on functional fitness and long-term health. As a former high-performance athlete and competitive 1500-metre runner, he understands the benefits of exercise and the importance of tailoring programmes to individual needs and abilities. Whether clients are looking to improve their fitness, recover from injury, or maintain their current level of health, Ollie is committed to helping them achieve sustainable results.
Ollie has worked closely alongside Tim Bird delivering the successful Stronger for Longer classes and also runs his own highly regarded core conditioning classes within the local community. His supportive and inclusive approach helps people of all ages and fitness levels build confidence, strength, and resilience.