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A note on pricing. Many experienced coaches — particularly online coaches — don't publish public rates. It's a common and accepted norm in the industry: packages are scoped to the client, and a short consultation is part of the fit-check. We respect that. On TrainerRep, trainers can either list a public rate or mark pricing as "Available on consultation" — both are treated equally.
How it works
Three steps to the right trainer.
No middlemen. No lead fees. No nonsense.
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Enter your location and filter by speciality, format, and budget.
Contact your chosen trainer directly. We don't take a cut.
For trainers
Your work deserves a fair platform.
Stop competing on Instagram aesthetics. Build credibility through what you've actually done — verified qualifications, real client reviews, and a Scorecard you can embed anywhere.
✓ Free basic profile
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✓ Embeddable Scorecard
✓ No per-lead fees, ever
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PRO TRAINER
MB
Marcus Brown
Manchester · Strength specialist
Profile views+340 this month
Enquiries14 new
Scorecard rating5/6
Common questions
Things you might be wondering.
If you have a question that's not here, drop us a line.
When is TrainerRep launching?
We're launching in Manchester first, in spring 2026. We're currently onboarding our founding cohort of trainers and refining the platform with early users. Sign up above and we'll let you know the moment we go live in your area.
How is this different from Google Reviews or Bark?
Google Reviews is great for general feedback but doesn't verify trainer credentials or filter by speciality. Bark works on a pay-per-lead model that incentivises volume over quality. TrainerRep is built specifically for personal training, with manual credential checks and verified reviews from people who can prove they actually trained.
Will the platform be free for consumers?
Yes, completely free. Search, compare, and connect with trainers at no cost. We don't take a commission on bookings either — when you contact a trainer, you deal with them directly.
How are trainer credentials verified?
Trainers upload their qualification certificates (Level 3 or 4 CIMSPA/REPS), insurance documents, and First Aid certification. Our team manually reviews each submission and cross-references with the issuing body where possible. Verified trainers get a badge on their profile.
How do you stop fake reviews?
Reviewers must prove they actually trained with the trainer — either by uploading a session receipt, or by entering a unique code generated by the trainer after a session. We use AI moderation as a second layer to flag suspicious patterns, and a human team reviews disputes.
I'm a trainer — do I have to pay?
No. Your basic profile is free, including credential verification, the Verified badge, and your Scorecard. We offer a Pro tier (£15/month) that adds enhanced visibility, priority placement in search, lead tracking, and the ability to respond to reviews publicly. You can switch to Pro any time, or stay on the free tier indefinitely.
Find a trainer you can trust
Browse our founding cohort of verified Greater Manchester trainers. Every profile is credential-checked and every review is from a confirmed client.
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Built by people tired of fake fitness reviews.
TrainerRep is a small team in Manchester on a mission: make finding a great personal trainer as easy and trustworthy as booking a doctor.
The problem we're solving. The UK has over 67,000 personal trainers. Most are brilliant. But consumers have no reliable way to tell who's qualified, who's insured, and whose reviews are real. Instagram rewards aesthetics, not outcomes. Lead-gen platforms reward whoever pays the most. Google Reviews can be gamed by anyone with five friends and an opinion.
Why it matters. Unverified trainers injure clients. Fake reviews mislead people already nervous about joining a gym. Good trainers — the ones who spent years earning their Level 4, their insurance, their first-aid tickets — get drowned out by louder, less qualified voices.
What we do differently. Every trainer's qualifications are manually checked against the issuing body. Every review requires proof that the reviewer actually trained with that person. Every profile carries a Trainer Scorecard that shows you credentials, insurance, response time, and review recency at a glance. There's no pay-to-win placement and no per-lead fees. Trainers pay for tools, not visibility.
Where we're going. We're launching in Manchester in Spring 2026 with a founding cohort of around 60 trainers we've personally vetted. Liverpool and Leeds follow in late 2026. Nationwide by 2028. We'd rather be trusted than big.
What we stand for
Three principles we don't bend on.
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Verified by default
Every trainer, every review. If we can't verify it, it doesn't go on the platform. Period.
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Quality over volume
We'd rather have 60 excellent trainers than 6,000 mediocre ones. Rigorous vetting means you trust what you see.
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Fair to trainers
No per-lead fees. No pay-to-rank auctions. Your Scorecard reflects your work, not your marketing budget.
The team
Small team, big obsession.
GM
Graham MacLennan
Founder
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Trust is a process, not a badge.
Here's exactly how we verify every trainer and every review on TrainerRep — and what to do if you ever have a concern.
How we verify trainers
Every application goes through a five-step check before a profile goes live. No exceptions, no fast-tracks.
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Qualification check
Trainer uploads their Level 3 or 4 certificate (CIMSPA, REPS, or recognised equivalent). We verify the awarding body and certificate number against the issuing register. Photocopies and screenshots are cross-checked.
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Insurance verification
We ask for a current public liability insurance certificate (minimum £2m cover). We confirm the policy number with the insurer, and flag profiles 30 days before expiry so nothing lapses quietly.
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First aid currency
Trainer must hold a current Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) or equivalent. We record the expiry date and prompt for renewal automatically.
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Identity + DBS (where relevant)
Every trainer verifies government-issued ID. Trainers working with under-18s or vulnerable adults must also provide an enhanced DBS check. We show the DBS status openly on the Scorecard.
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Profile review
A real person reads every profile before it goes live. We flag misleading claims, fabricated credentials, or language that promises outcomes we don't think a qualified PT should be promising.
How we verify reviews
A review with the "verified" badge has passed at least one of the following proofs of training.
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Session receipt
Reviewer uploads proof of payment — bank transfer reference, invoice, or confirmed booking email — showing they paid the trainer in the last 12 months.
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Trainer-issued code
Trainers can generate a one-time code after a session. The client enters it to unlock review permission. No code, no review.
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AI + human moderation
All reviews run through an AI layer that flags suspicious patterns (language similarity, IP clustering, timing spikes). Flagged reviews go to a human moderator before publishing.
What we will not do
We will not remove legitimate negative reviews on request. We will not allow trainers to pay to suppress reviews. We will not publish reviews that fail verification.
Safety guidelines for clients
A few things worth knowing before your first session with any trainer — on TrainerRep or elsewhere.
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Ask to see the certificate
Every TrainerRep profile shows verified quals, but you're entitled to ask any trainer anywhere to see their Level 3/4 certificate and proof of insurance before your first session.
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Disclose medical history
A good trainer will ask about injuries, medications, and pre-existing conditions in a pre-training screening (a PAR-Q). If they don't, that's a red flag.
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Start with a consultation, not a session
Ask for a free or low-cost consultation before committing to a block of sessions. It's your chance to check rapport and coaching style.
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Clarify cancellation terms
Get cancellation and refund policies in writing before paying for a multi-session block.
Reporting a concern
If you've had a problem with a trainer or a review, we want to hear about it. Every report is reviewed by a human within one working day.
Contact our safety team
Email safety@trainerrep.co.uk or use the Contact page and select "Report a problem or complaint". Serious safeguarding concerns should also be reported to the police on 101 (non-emergency) or 999 (emergency).
We investigate every complaint independently. We may suspend a profile pending investigation where appropriate. We will always respond to the reporter with the outcome, unless doing so would compromise an ongoing investigation.
Get in touch
Press, partnerships, trainer applications, or just a hello — we read every message.
Federation House
2 Federation St
Manchester, M4 4BF
Resources
Practical guides for choosing, working with, and getting the most out of a personal trainer.
Looking for Community Events?
Meet-ups, open workouts, taster sessions, and charity events from our verified trainers — now on their own page.
Community Events
Meet-ups, open workouts, taster sessions, and charity events from our verified trainer community.
For trainers
Built for trainers who don't want to compete on marketing.
TrainerRep is a UK fitness marketplace run on verified credentials and verified reviews. We don't sell leads, we don't auction visibility, and we don't take a cut of your client fees. We make you more findable, more credible, and easier to trust.
We check your qualifications against the awarding body, confirm your insurance, and verify your First Aid — so the trust signals on your profile carry actual weight. No one can fake it.
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Scorecard, not Instagram theatre
Your profile shows your credentials, your response time, your review recency, and your real reviews — from confirmed clients only. If you do the work, the Scorecard reflects that.
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A fair commercial model
Flat monthly tools fee. No per-lead charges. No pay-to-rank auctions. No commission on the client work you win. Higher prices mean more to you, not more to us.
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Pricing on your terms
List public rates or mark your pricing as "Available on consultation" — both are treated equally. You decide what the consumer sees before they enquire.
How onboarding works
From application to live profile in under a fortnight.
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Apply
Tell us about your practice. We review every application manually.
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Verify
We check your qualifications, insurance, and First Aid directly with the issuing bodies.
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Go live
Build your Scorecard, set your pricing, and start receiving enquiries from consumers who already trust the platform.
Apply to join
Founding cohort applications are open for Greater Manchester. We're taking roughly 60 trainers for launch.