10 QUESTIONS WITH THE FOUNDERS OF COACH LONDON, ST JAMES'S SQUARE
We recently sat down to talk with Patricia Moran and Gareth Cole, the Founders of Coach LONDON, an exclusive health, wellness and performance club based in the heart of St James’s. Coach LONDON offers integrated programmes that deliver a positive impact on the way you feel, look and the way you live your life.
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1.) How did Coach London first begin?
Patricia: After a lifetime of interest in health and wellbeing we noticed that the industry was increasingly becoming less about the member and their health and fitness needs and more about the profit - Coach LONDON was born.
Gareth: In the middle of a field in Somerset drinking Cider - where else? I'd recently been offered a job to open a new club in Dubai. I was discussing it with Patricia and she said "forget that lets open one together" - so we did.
2.) Can you tell us a little about your career history prior to Coach London
Patricia: My previous working life was in finance in the city so I know first-hand how important it is to have a gym space that is welcoming and an oasis of calm and somewhere to go to where you can take a break from a busy and stressful day.
Gareth: Before opening Coach I specialised in elite performance and sports rehab for over 25 years. Even though my role has changed dramatically I make sure I put time aside to work with my clients.
3.) For those who have not yet heard of Coach London, what do you offer?
Patricia: A calm space with expert Coaches always on hand to share their knowledge. A medical centre offering all the services under one roof.
Gareth: We offer everything you would usually find in a premium health club but with one vital difference - the experience and the guidance you receive will be bespoke to you.
4.) What are some of the unique benefits of becoming a member of Coach LONDON?
Patricia: A bespoke programme that focuses just on your needs – a timetable full of great, free classes, expert Coaches and all this right in the centre of Mayfair.
Gareth: On joining you receive two one-hour complimentary sessions with your assigned Coach and full access to all areas of our space plus 10% off medical services. We also offer complimentary short programme updates to keep you on track to achieve your goals.
5.) Can you tell us a little about the space and facilities available to members?
G: We have state of the art cardio and strength equipment over two floors; luxury changing facilities with infrared sauna; and two studios featuring 30 classes a week. There is a specialist medical practice and a wellness café, all set within 11000 sq ft of natural light space.
6.) What classes do you offer?
P: We offer a variety of studio-based classes that cater to all needs and levels of fitness, yoga, mat based pilates, Wattbike and more, plus the timetable and class offering is under constant review and we seek members feedback as to what they want to see included.
7.) What are some benefits of having a specialist coach?
G: You have access to experts who have years of experience to share with you. Your programme is always bespoke to you and your specific goals. It's really the difference between exercising because you know it's good for you or getting the results you want in a focused, efficient, and sustainable way.
8.) Can you tell us more about Coach Medical?
P: Our aim is to offer a totally integrated service to compliment the gym - we offer a full range of medical services from GPs, physio, acupuncture, osteo, massage, nutritionist and a psychologist all available under one roof . What's more, Coach Medical is open to both members and non-members . So, anyone who works or lives in the area can have full access.
9.) What are some of your favourite spots in Mayfair and St James's?
G: St. James’s Church is in such a unique spot on Jermyn St and on certain days they have a food market in the courtyard outside. Also, Hatchards and Assouline book stores on Piccadilly. They are only a few doors down from each other but over 200 years apart from when they opened.
P: I love socialising in Mayfair and especially enjoy a night out at Scott’s Mayfair with friends. Plus, I do enjoy a shopping spree in the area as there are some great independent shops and boutiques.
10.) When you're not busy working, where might you be found and what might you be doing?
P: I really enjoy long walks in the countryside and relaxing in Somerset in some beautiful gardens and orchards with my husband and friends.
G: When I can, I enjoy going to food markets, cooking and podcasts.
Coach LONDON, 3 St. James’s Square, London SW1Y 4JU
Membership: info@coachlondon.uk | 44 (0) 07 315 4260
