Meet some of the Les Mills UK Trainer Team

  • Adam Burke

    Adam Burke

    BODYATTACK, BODYPUMP, and CXWORX

    • Regional Training Coordinator for Ireland
    • Adam participated in football, golf, tennis and cross-country before becoming a Les Mills Instructor in 2011
    • He has a degree in Psychology & Anthropology, a Level 3 Education and Training Award, and is a qualified Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer
    • Adam took part in a BODYPUMP class at his local gym and fell in love with the programme

    “My first child, Amelia Lily, was born on August 5th so when I’m not working most of my time is spent with her.”

    Instagram: adamburkelmuki

  • Lyndsey Morrison

    Lyndsey Morrison

    LES MILLS GRIT, BODYPUMP, and BODYATTACK

    Level 3 EAT Qualification

    • After studying Fitness, Health and Exercise Lyndsey started working as a fitness Instructor and Group Exercise Instructor
    • She went onto work as a manager for a Leisure Trust where she managed fitness gyms, leisure centres and group fitness
    • She teaches 14 classes a week, works as a National Trainer and Presenter for Les Mills UK delivering Instructor training

    “I recently left fitness management to work part-time with Les Mills UK as Regional Training Co-ordinator for Scotland and have been in post for the last 12 months and LOVE IT!”

    Instagram: lynds_wee1

  • Ben Grant

    Ben Grant

    BODYATTACK, BODYSTEP, BODYVIVE 3.1

    • Ben has always had a passion for fitness and began working in a gym as soon as he left school
    • He became a Les Mills Instructor in 2008 and since then has gone onto present internationally at Les Mills events
    • His qualifications include Level 3 Personal Training, Exercise to Music, and a Level 3 Education and Training Award

    “I love the atmosphere between all the Instructors and the Trainers. We get on like one big family."

    Instagram: Benji_Gra

  • Emily Wallis

    Emily Wallis

    BODYATTACK, LES MILLS GRIT

    Level 3 EAT Qualification

    • New to the Les Mills Trainer Team, Emily joined in 2016 after discovering her love for Les Mills as a participant
    • She will join the team filming the 25th anniversary release of BODYATTACK
    • Qualifications include level 2 Fitness Instructor, Exercise to Music and IOSH

    “From class participant to Les Mills Trainer, my passion for the programme continues to grow. I now get to meet inspirational and like-minded people as I deliver training all over the country. When it’s time to relax, I can’t cook so a nice meal out always makes me happy.”

    Instagram: emaleigha

  • Justin Riley

    Justin Riley

    BODYPUMP, BODYCOMBAT and CXWORX

    • Justin has 14 years’ industry experience
    • His qualifications include L2 Gym Instructor, L3 Personal Trainer, L3 Education and Teaching, Nutrition and Assessing Qualifications
    • Justin filmed the 100th release of LES MILLS iconic barbell workout BODYPUMP in 2016

    “Personal Training is a huge part of my fitness career alongside teaching group exercise. Helping a wide spectrum of people achieve success in building confidence, physical transformations and increasing self-esteem is so rewarding.”

    Instagram: justinlmuk

  • Marc Downey

    Marc Downey

    BODYPUMP, LES MILLS GRIT, CXWORX

    • Marc’s lifelong career in fitness includes personal training, being a Fitness Manager and Sales Manager in Health Clubs and Les Mills Trainer
    • BSc in Sports Studies
    • You’ll see Marc on stage at Les Mills Live events. He’s also been selected to film GRIT Cardio global training videos

    “When I’m not teaching you may find me watching sport with friends and having a good beer.”

    Instagram: wotdai

  • Natalie Mohan

    Natalie Mohan

    RPM, SPRINT, BODYPUMP

    Level 3 EAT Qualification

    • Natalie joined the Les Mills Trainer Team in 2014 after retiring from International Gymnastics
    • She competed as part of a women’s pair and also women’s trio. She won the title of South West Champion in the UK over 10 times and represented Great Britain in Switzerland and Germany
    • Natalie also works as a Personal Trainer

    “The highlight of my career so far has to be filming the release of BODYPUMP 100 last year. The whole experience was incredible! It was amazing to meet so many trainers from all over the world all with the same passion as me.”

    Instagram: mohawk_x

  • Shey Shehovich

    Shey Shehovich

    SH'BAM, BODYJAM

    • Shey became a Les Mills Trainer in 2017 after being an Instructor since 2005 and Presenter at Les Mills events since 2007.
    • She trained as a Ballerina at the Bolshoi Ballet School in Bosnia and the Royal Academy of Dance in the UK
    • Shey’s qualifications include Advanced Grading in Ballet from Royal Academy of Dance a Foundation Diploma at Thamesdown Dance Studios, Diploma at Laban School of Contemporary Dance and a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification

    “It was while working as a gym receptionist alongside acting jobs that I discovered fitness and Les Mills. I was invited to attend BODYJAM™ training and from there my life changed.”

  • Lee Smith

    Lee Smith

    RPM, SPRINT, THE TRIP, BODYCOMBAT, and LES MILLS GRIT

    • Lee has worked in the fitness industry from 18 years old, starting out as a life guard and Gym Instructor
    • He’s been on the Les Mills Trainer team since 2000 which has led him to deliver training in UK, Dubai, Russia, Siberia, and Sweden
    • Lee is also a qualified Personal Trainer with certifications in weight management and nutrition

    “Outside of Les Mills I love spending time with family and friends, visiting restaurants as I am a big foodie (Waffles mmmmm). Also you will catch me watching Sky Sports or BT Sports whenever there is football on.”

    Instagram: l.smith1984

  • Denice Burr

    Denice Burr

    BODYPUMP, CXWORX and LES MILLS GRIT

    • Denice has 12 years’ experience as a PT, Group Fitness Instructor, and Les Mills Trainer
    • Denice filmed the 100th release of LES MILLS iconic barbell workout BODYPUMP in 2016
    • Level 3 education and Training Award
    • She is a Les Mills Regional Training Coordinator in the South East responsible for maintaining high quality Training standards

    “I love my many different roles with Les Mills, from Instructor to trainer. I'm also finding new challenges with my work as Regional Training Coordinator for London & South East.

    Instagram: deniceburr

  • Natalie Blair

    Natalie Blair

    BODYCOMBAT

    Level 3 EAT Qualification

    • After years of teaching Natalie built the confidence to further her Les Mills training and became a Trainer and Presenter in 2015
    • She now takes the stage at Les Mills Live events and provides training around the UK, most recently being asked to film the latest BODYCOMBAT release which will be shared with Instructors around the world
    • Natalie is currently studying Level 3 Personal Training and hoping to focus on pre and post-natal exercise

    “I fell in love with exercise from the very first time I took part in a BODYCOMBAT class back in 2006.”

    Instagram: Natalie.blair

  • Phil Harrison

    Phil Harrison

    BODYJAM, BODYCOMBAT, SH'BAM

    • Phil practiced martial arts and dance from the age of 5 and began working in a gym from 17 while studying for his degree.
    • Phil’s qualifications include BSc (hons) Sports and Exercise Science, a Level 3 Award in Education and Training, Gym Instructor.
    • Phil's amazing dance talents were spotted at a Quarterly Workshop in 2005 where he was invited to audition for Trainer boot camp.

    “Through Les Mills people come together because of a shared love of moving to music and I think that’s awesome. When I’m not working I love watching Game of Thrones and Marvel films.”

    Instagram: philip__harrison

  • Tori Willard

    Tori Willard

    BODYVIVE, LES MILLS BARRE, BODYBALANCE, CXWORX

    • Tori joined the Trainer team 2014 and since then has featured on 4 different programme releases videos
    • This year Tori will film the first release of LES MILLS TONE which will be used to train Instructors across the globe
    • She’ll also be the first LES MILLS barre Instructor in the UK
    • Her qualifications include Level 3 Personal Trainer, PTLLS, and Dance BA Hons

    “When I’m not doing all things Les Mills I like to explore the beautiful Cotswold villages near my home, as well as dance and travel the world.”

    Instagram: torifaefitness

  • Jess MacDonald

    Jess MacDonald

    RPM, SPRINT, TRIP, BODYPUMP

    Level 3 EAT Qualification

    • Jess joined the Les Mills Trainer team in 2014
    • She’s worked in the industry for almost 6 years, starting on the gym floor as Fitness Consultant
    • She worked with Victoria Pendleton designing Fitness First's most successful cycling program

    “On my days off I like lots of yummy food, films, walking my dog and family time. I love a good theme park day out as well.”

  • Michelle Nicholls

    Michelle Nicholls

    BODYCOMBAT, BODYPUMP

    Level 3 EAT Qualification

    • Next year will be Michelle’s 20th anniversary in the fitness industry. She started teaching freestyle classes at 16.
    • She has a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science is is a qualified Personal Trainer
    • This year Michelle will film the 75th release of BODYCOMBAT which will used to train Instructors across the globe

    “The best thing about my job is instilling confidence and enabling Instructors to step out of their comfort zones to be the best version of themselves.”

    Instagram: michelle_nicholls_lesmills

  • Kate Slee

    Kate Slee

    SPRINT, BODYPUMP, RPM, BODYATTACK, LES MILLS GRIT
    Level 3 EAT Qualification
    • After leaving school as a sprinter at a National level Kate knew she didn't want a 9-5 job.
    • She became a personal trainer at 18 and went on to travel around America, Mexico, Caribbean, Alaska and Australia on cruise ships as a PT.
    • She spent the next 8 years as a Fitness and Studio Manager for 2 big health club chains.

    "In 2012 I was offered a place as a Rookie on the LES MILLS UK trainer team. Since then I’ve not looked back!

  • Bram Halim

    Bram Halim

    BODYBALANCE, RPM, BODYVIVE 3.1, SH’BAM

    Level 3 EAT Qualification

    • Bram has been a Les Mills Instructor since 2006 joining the Middle East Trainer team in 2008 and the UK team in 2014
    • This year he has been selected to film the global BODYBALANCE™ training video
    • His qualifications include a E-RYT 200 (Experience Registered Yoga Teacher), YACEP (Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider®), Level 3 Award in Education and Training, Trigger Point Therapy, and R.E.H.A.B.

    “I love watching Instructors develop during initial training and beyond. Years ago I was shy and overweight and overcame this through fitness with the help of Les Mills. So I like helping people along their own journey.”

    Instagram: bram1nator

  • Clare Place

    Clare Place

    BODYPUMP, BODYATTACK

    • Regional Training Coordinator North West
    • 14 years working with Les Mills
    • Presents at Be Fit and Les Mills Live
    • Teaches 9 Les Mills programmes
    • She studied for her level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualification with Exercise to Music, while working as a full-time graphic designer
    • Level 3 Education and Training Award
    • Group Exercise Manager at Virgin Active

    “When I’m not working I love to visit Lytham, walk along the beach with my dog Eric and Fiancé, and visit a coffee shop. “

  • Steve Tansey

    Steve Tansey

    BODYCOMBAT, LES MILLS GRIT, BODYPUMP

    • Les Mills Regional Training Coordinator East Anglia
    • Steve’s been studying and working in fitness for 17 years
    • He has a strong background in martial arts
    • MSc Masters in Strength and Conditioning
    • BA hons degree in Athletic Development

    “I’m now Head of Research and Development in the UK. This role allows me to share the scientific research that Les Mills puts behind its programmes with our Instructors and the fitness community.”

  • Sarah Durnford

    Sarah Durnford

    BODYBALANCE, BODYTONE

    • Former professional dancer
    • 15 years working with Les Mills
    • Featured on 2 global BODYBALANCE training videos
    • Level 3 Education and Training Award
    • BSC Honors Dance Degree
    • Level 2 ETM
    • Award in IQA

    “I try to live it to the fullest and always focus on the positive, enjoying the time I have with my family (which regularly includes cooking, food and wine!), balanced with my own training and yoga practice for my mind and body health.”