Which of these 8 fitness instructors is the best in St Helens?

Whether it’s yoga or pilates, body pump or spin, Zumba or Clubbercise, there is something for everyone when it comes to fitness.

But which fitness or gym instructor in St Helens is the best?

Who has what it takes to keep you going back to the gym or the same fitness class every week?

Nominations have been flooding in as we asked you to tell us whose classes or sessions you think are the best and it’s now time to reveal our shortlist.

After launching our new Best of 2024 competition in the St Helens Star in April, we wanted to know who you think is the area’s best gym or fitness instructor.

Now we need your help to choose the winner from our 8 shortlisted nominees.

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best for Fitness shortlist post on our St Helens Star Facebook or Twitter pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote

2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes

3. Purchase a copy of this week’s St Helens Star (Thursday, June 20 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk – please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each entry submitted. For full terms and conditions go to Newsquest.co.uk/terms-conditions)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Sunday, June 23 and we will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best of appeal on our social media pages on Friday for the next Best of 2024 category.

OUR 8 BEST FOR FITNESS FINALISTS:

NPH FItness

Nicky Hegarty, NPH Fitness, Prescot

One happy client said “there’s no one better” and another said the classes are so “varied, uplifting and empowering”.

A third said: “Nicky not only delivers fantastic sessions – no two classes are the same – but she also looks after everyone, as we all have different abilities.

“She makes a commitment to you on a personal level and I feel honoured to be part of her dream team.”

For more details go to facebook.com/nicky.hegarty

Fitness MATTers

Matt Scaife, Fitness MATTers, St Helens

Customers say Matt is “an amazing PT with loads of experience”.

One review on Matt’s Facebook page said: “These are really enjoyable sessions.

“I’m getting consistent, long-term results that can be maintained.

“Matt knows his stuff and I’d definitely recommend him.”

For more details go to facebook.com/fitnessmatterspt

Award Health & Fitness

Ashley-James Award, Award Health and Fitness, St Helens

Ashley-James has won this title for the past two years – can he make it a hat-trick?

One nomination said: “Not just your average personal trainer.

“He has 20 years’ experience and two degrees so he knows what he’s doing.

“He’s always pushing to learn more and keep up to date with all elements of fitness and nutrition.”

For more details go to facebook.com/AWARDHANDF

Jamie Clarke PT

Jamie Clarke PT

One fitness fanatic said: “Jamie is the most hard working fully qualified PT around.

“He has amazing knowledge, is so motivational and always gives 100 per cent to his mountain of clients.

“That says it all.”

For more details go to facebook.com/people/Jamie-Clarke-PT/100076458173662/

Voltic Fitness

Voltic Fitness

Customers love these “great classes, which are fun with a fantastic atmosphere and great instructors”.

One regular said: “I’ve gained so much confidence going to these classes.”

Another said: “Phil and Jack are brilliant and I would highly recommend them.”

For more details go to facebook.com/volticfitness

Emma Rimmer

Emma Rimmer

One nomination said: “Emma’s hard work, determination and knowledge shows in the incredible results her clients get.

“Her transformations aren’t just visible – she helps mentally too.

“She’s brought so many ladies out of dark places and made them fall in love with themselves again.”

For more details go to facebook.com/emma.rimmer.330

Heart & Sole Ladies Fitness & Personal Training

Jamie-Lee Toal, Heart and Sole Ladies Fitness and Personal Training

Jamie classes are “by far the best” and “the only thing that keeps you engaged”.

One nomination said: “The best fitness community – so welcoming and such great classes and one to one sessions.”

For more details go to facebook.com/HeartandSolePT

Sean Hamma Martin

Sean Hamma Martin

One client said: “Sean can get you fit, train you, build muscle or teach you kick boxing and jujitsu.”

Seems there’s something for everyone!

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078409424201