who we are
We set out to unite the UK's most experienced Personal Trainer Managers and Mentors to create a thriving, supportive, and professional community for self-employed and freelance personal trainers.
Our mission is to elevate the personal training industry by bridging the gap between independence and structured career support, ensuring PTs have access to the tools, knowledge, and opportunities they need to succeed.
We go beyond traditional training certifications by offering ongoing mentorship, business coaching, and career placement in our partnered fitness facilities. Whether you’re looking to qualify as a PT, refine your skills or secure a position in one of our partnered gyms, NAPTP provides the resources and network to help you cultivate a career that aligns with your potential.
For gym operators, we streamline recruitment by sourcing, vetting, and developing top-tier personal trainers who enhance member experience and retention. Through our PT placement process, we ensure fitness facilities gain skilled professionals who contribute to long-term success.
FOUNDED BY ANDY MCGLYNN
Andy McGlynn, the visionary behind NAPTP, has dedicated two decades to the fitness industry, playing a pivotal role in shaping the careers of countless personal trainers across the UK and Europe.
His journey began with a distinguished four-year tenure as a Royal Marines Commando, where he developed the discipline and resilience that underpin his coaching philosophy. Academically, he has an incredibly diverse succession of accolades to his name, notably an MSc in Clinical Nutrition, an MBA, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition and CHEK Practitioner status.
Throughout his career, Andy has founded multiple successful fitness enterprises, including LSF-PT (Lifestyle Fitness Personal Training). Andy placed and mentored over 500 personal trainers in gyms across the UK, significantly influencing the professional development of PTs on a national scale. His hands-on experience in PT recruitment, education, and business strategy has made him a respected figure in the industry.
Through NAPTP, he is committed to giving back, sharing the lessons he’s learned, and equipping the next generation of trainers with the knowledge, confidence, and strategic edge needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive field. His passion is not just about elevating individual trainers—it’s about raising the standards of the entire industry.