Personal training with us isn’t just sessions with a trainer. It’s access to our full team of fitness professionals, a welcoming community of like-minded people, and unmatched support. We help you build a healthier body and mind, while giving you the knowledge and skills in exercise and nutrition to create a lifestyle that lasts. This is the team that will help you achieve your goals.
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Hall Personal Training is built on energy, expertise, and a passion for helping people. Chris and his team create a welcoming space where members feel supported, motivated, and confident. Our Kidlington and Deddington studios aren’t just gyms – they’re communities where results are achieved and every success is celebrated.
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We are a diverse team with a wide range of skills and look forward to getting to know you. Our goal is to offer you the best training and develop your full potential together.
Chris Hall
Founder & fitness expert
Pierce Evens
senior coach
Chris Jackson
Studio manager
Natalia Mitchell
senior coach
Becca Higgs
coach
Becky Hodsgon
co-founder & head of marketing
George Bradley
co-founder & head coach
Jess Penton
senior coach
Matt Ward
Studio manager
Alex Dicken
coach
Chris Hall
Founder & fitness expert
I’ve been a personal trainer since 2007, and the industry I work in today looks almost nothing like the one I started in. We’ve moved away from training purely to look good, towards something far more meaningful – feeling good, and adding life to our years rather than just years to our life. As a dad of three in my forties, running a business, I navigate the same relentless pace of life that most of our members know well, and that lived experience shapes everything we do at Hall Training.
I’m a firm believer in doing hard things. Deliberately seeking discomfort – whether through a hard training session, a cold plunge, a loaded ruck, or time in the sauna – it builds something far beyond the physical. Each time we do something hard, we prove to ourselves we’re capable of more, and that proof compounds into genuine resilience. Resilience, I’ve come to believe, is the true foundation of long-term health.
Resilience is our answer to health.
Pierce Evens
senior coach
After beginning my own weightlifting journey back in 2016, I became obsessed with the fitness space. Throughout my life, I tried all kinds of sports, but sprinting was the one that really stuck, as giving it my all in short bursts was what I found most exciting and rewarding. Fitness quickly became my passion, leading me to qualify as a Personal Trainer in the U.S. and graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Fitness and Wellness from Indiana University.
Now that I’m performing at my best in my own training journey, I’ve realised that helping others with theirs is what makes it all worthwhile. Using the knowledge I’ve gained from both my own experiences and my education, I help people every day become the best version of themselves and develop the positive mindset they deserve.
Chris Jackson
Studio manager
I’ve spent over 20 years in and around training now, but these days it’s about a lot more than reps and aesthetics which is a good thing! It’s about showing up better with more energy, more resilience, and enough in the tank for everything life throws your way.
Like most people these days, I’m juggling plenty and that reality shapes how I approach training-simple, effective, and built to last. No fluff, no fads, just doing the work.
Doing hard things isn’t easy. Whether it’s a tough session, getting uncomfortable, or pushing past the easy option, it all builds proof, proof that you can handle more than you think.
And that’s really the point. Not just looking capable, but actually being it. Day in, day out.
Natalia Mitchell
senior coach
I’ve always loved movement, but my relationship with exercise has changed a lot over the years. After spending 11 years playing badminton and competing internationally, I learned that being active isn’t just about doing it perfectly, it’s about having fun along the way and above all, how it makes you feel.
I love helping people realise they’re capable of more than they thought, whether that’s lifting weights for the first time, moving without fear, or simply enjoying exercise again.
I genuinely believe strength training is for everyone, no matter the experience, and it’s never too late to start. From my own personal journey through fitness and navigating a chronic health condition, just starting where you’re at now can only add value to your life! The biggest perk is, we can almost always have fun whilst doing it!
Becca Higgs
coach
Just like most people, I started training during COVID because, as a bored teenager, there was nothing else to do! After a few HIIT sessions (thanks, Emi Wong), I was itching to get into the gym, and I’ve been there ever since!
The gym has helped me through the end of the pandemic, the fallout of an eating disorder, and navigating the pressures of social media and I want to be able to share that with everyone who’s willing to try.
I’ve had some amazing experiences training both new and seasoned gym-goers, exploring areas such as bodybuilding and powerlifting, before eventually ending up at Hall to help the general population feel happier and healthier. I feel so lucky to work with such a like-minded team of people who all share the same passion for weightlifting and health that I do.
Becky Hodsgon
co-founder & head of marketing
I always knew I wanted to be a personal trainer, so I pretty much started as soon as I could at the age of 18. Growing up competing in athletics and playing football, I always knew I wanted to do something fitness-related, and being a PE teacher never appealed to me – grumpy teenagers are not my vibe. I far prefer helping grumpy middle-aged adults.
Growing up in sport, I developed an unhealthy obsession with being as small as possible. Now, though, I’m strongly focused on helping men and women ditch the pressure to be smaller and instead focus on being stronger and healthier. The goal is simple: to help people feel strong, fit, and confident without chasing unrealistic body standards.
I’m a pretty competitive road runner and HYROX athlete and have qualified for the HYROX World Championships for the last five years. When I’m not training, I’m baking, and I’ve made it my mission to make sure every member gets a Becky’s Brownie on their birthday
George Bradley
co-founder & head coach
I’ve spent the last 10 years helping busy people build strength, fitness and confidence in a way that actually fits real life.
My own training journey has come full circle over the years. I started focused on strength and performance before drifting toward the fitness industry’s obsession with aesthetics. Over time, I realised the real value of training went far beyond looking good, bringing me back to what mattered most to me: strength, performance and long-term health. Strength training has always been my speciality – not just for the physical benefits, but for the confidence, discipline and life lessons it’s teaches along the way.
As Head Coach at Hall Training, I’m passionate about creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged and truly enjoy training.
Outside the gym, I’m found playing table tennis, listening to a podcast or hunting down the best burger spots.
Jess Penton
senior coach
I absolutely love helping clients feel stronger, healthier, and more confident in themselves. I’ve been a fitness instructor and personal trainer for the past six years, coaching everything from small group personal training sessions to high-energy large group fitness classes.
My old email started with “jumpyjess”, which honestly tells you everything you need to know about me! I bring a huge amount of energy to every session and love motivating clients to push through, especially during that final burn at the end.
Outside of fitness, I’m happiest on a camping trip, hiking up mountains, or training in the gym and taking part in the odd HYROX competition. I’m passionate about movement, challenges, and helping people realise they’re capable of more than they think.
Matt Ward
Studio manager
I’ve been coaching since 2022. I’ve worked in the fitness industry for over 10 years and love helping people push themselves, build confidence, and achieve goals they didn’t think were possible. I’m a big believer that training should be enjoyable, but I also know when it’s time to switch on, work hard, and get results.
Alongside coaching, I’ve also worked as a firefighter for nearly 10 years, so staying fit, strong, and ready for a challenge has always been a huge part of my life.
I used to play football and run half marathons, but these days it’s all about getting as strong as possible in the gym — although the running trainers might make a comeback one day, but no promises.
Outside of work, I’m usually spending time with family, walking the dog, watching football and most sports, travelling, enjoying live music, and eating good food (and plenty of it) whenever I get the chance
Alex Dicken
coach
Growing up, sport was always a big part of my life. Playing football from a young age gave me a love for movement and competition, and as soon as I started going to the gym with my friends, I knew I’d found my happy place.
That journey led me to start coaching in gyms when I was 17. Now, four years into my journey, I’m proud to be part of the team at Hall. The feeling of training with a group is something I really enjoy being part of every day.
Outside of Hall, you’ll most likely catch me out running or sitting back with a drink and some good food – enjoying the balance!
our deddington location
Open for five years, our Deddington studio is built around coaching, care and belonging. You’ll train in a quiet, purpose‑built space with experienced coaches who learn your history, adapt your plan and keep you moving when motivation dips. For members who want to prioritise recovery, Avantoº – our dedicated wellness suite – is available as a bookable add‑on to help support recovery and aid performance.
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our kidlington location
For almost 10 years we’ve been helping people in Kidlington and across Oxfordshire build stronger, healthier, happier lives. In our private, purpose-built studio you’ll find experienced coaches, personalised programmes, and a culture of belonging – not a one-size-fits-all gym. This is where practical coaching and real results come together.
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message from founder
I started Hall Training because too many people feel lost, unmotivated, or judged in gyms. I wanted to build a place where fitness is empowering, not intimidating – a place where people from every background feel known, supported and able to grow. Our team doesn’t just coach reps; we coach habits, confidence and long‑term change. Every session is about steady progress, real belonging, and giving you the strength to take control of your health and unlock what you’re truly capable of.
- Chris Hall, Hall Personal Training
we're not for everyone
not for quick fixes, short-term chasers, or solo lifters
We don’t claim to be right for everyone. We’re built for people who want steady, meaningful change. If you’re chasing a quick fix, prefer to train solo in big-box gyms, or aren’t ready to commit a couple of hours a week to your health, we might not be the best fit.
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