Fitness Renaissance

Fantastic experience: For a stubborn client like myself, David was perfectly accommodating. Every 1-2-1 session we have is different, varied and provides interest in continuing to move with confidence. We practice handstands, cartwheels, lower body mobility, flexibility, challenging the body and working with instability to strengthen the weaker joints. There is more we do but it is a completely tailored programme that keeps me engaged and going, almost 3 years later.

Fantastic experience: My son has been training with David for the past 18 months, and the improvement has been incredible. Not only has his fitness level increased, but we've also seen a boost in his confidence and overall discipline. David is patient, encouraging, and really knows how to connect with younger clients while still challenging them in a positive way. It's clear he genuinely cares about their progress and development. We’re so grateful for the impact he’s had—highly recommend David to any parent looking for a dedicated and professional personal trainer for their child!

Fantastic experience: I have trained with David for around a year, starting with one-one sessions. David makes the sessions fun and productive and I have been excited to see my fitness and strength improve as the weeks have passed. After doing the one-one sessions, I decided to join the small group classes and was impressed with the way David was able to tailor individual plans for everyone in the group. The group sessions were even more fun than the one-one sessions and incorporated games into the rest periods between sets. Davis is very knowledgeable and creates a fun and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: This is my first experience of training with a personal trainer and it's completely changed the way I approach fitness. Getting stronger has been one of the best things I've done for myself physically and for my mental wellbeing. David is considerate but also drives you to do your best. I highly recommend training with him.

Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for a personal trainer with a truly bespoke approach, David is your guy. I came to David with a set of injuries and a goal in mind, through David’s positive attitude and creative approach he improved my physique and changed the way I thought about personal fitness. 10/10 would recommend

Fantastic experience: David and I spent a movement research week together. It was dedicated to us exchanging, discussing and practicing our ideas on different topics like tree climbing or game design. On top of that, I had opportunity to see David in action as a coach at Crystal Palace and also assist him during sessions. Let me tell you that David is open to meet you where you are at, he has a talent for sparking your excitement for movement and he has the knowledge to teach you skills that may once have seemed out of reach. A great friend on top of that! ;)

Fantastic experience: David worked with my husband and in weekly joint pt sessions. I was coming back to exercise from having my son and my husband from injury. David took the time to work through our various ailments and help us with our main goal of improving strength and being able to run around care free with our son. We used dance, co-ordination exercises with routines and using throwing and catching, as well as strength building with heavy weights and sleds. David also produced a program for us to use during the week before seeing him again. We both grew in strength significantly during our work with him and we had fun doing it too.

Fantastic experience: I started training with David around 5 months ago following a fitness hiatus post-illness. I was struggling with motivation and felt very daunted by the idea of being in a gym again. David has been absolutely amazing. Fantastically knowledgeable and passionate, through working with him I'm now not only achieving my strength and mobility goals but also learning long term, sustainable practices for which I am incredibly grateful. I always feel genuinely supported in between sessions and the bespoke training plans are very thoughtfully written with special attention to overall movement health and functionality. I really cannot thank him enough for all the progress I’ve made so far! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Training with David been a lot of fun, he combines a lot of movement elements from callisthenics with more classic functional and weightlifting disciplines, the group is small and and each person gets a tailored plan to their ability and needs, the practice environment is very friendly supportive.

Fantastic experience: I am a very exercise resistant person! But Renaissance is a very different experience to a convention gym and David a very different kind of trainer. For the first time in my life, I have the beginnings of a movement programme I can imagine keeping up for the rest of my life.

Fantastic experience: Tailored Training made joyful. I’ve been under David’s expert fitness guidance now for quite a few years. No matter what goal I’m aiming for, his knowledge and expertise always get me there. He instils confidence and enjoyment into the most arduous of challenges. He helps you realise your physical goals, but what makes his practice unique is his empathy and understanding of you emotional state whilst training and the emotional barriers that might be holding you back. I’d give him 10 stars if I could.

Fantastic experience: I have worked with David both individually and as part of a gym group he runs. David’s philosophy is one of helping a person to develop physical strength and flexibility in a manner that is incremental and sustainable. I’ve always felt in safe thoughtful hands when working with David. With humour and sensitive attunement, he has supported me to grow in confidence and physical skill, and his whole body approach has helped ease away my gathering aches. Couldn’t recommend him enough.

Fantastic experience: I really enjoy and find my sessions with David hugely beneficial. I have tried a number of classes and studios over the years but my search is now over and perfect fit to my exercise goals.

Fantastic experience: Working with David was great, he was able to work at a level that suited me well, but also pushed me. I really enjoyed the workouts we did and he was able to create a plan I could follow while traveling

Fantastic experience: As an active teen I was into many sports and enjoyed exercise, with work, life and a family I had lost both the inclination to exercise and the enjoyment. Having stumbled across Fitness Renaissance there was something about their approach and fitness activities that sounded different , enjoyable and something I might enjoy. I am so glad I did, David is a joy to work with, he’s creative in his fitness training. So much so I often was wondering if because I was enjoying it was it really exercise. Over the coming months of working together I have a knowledge and appreciation of what I am doing and why, what muscles the exercise are working/strengthening and the best part I now move like a well oiled machine than a rusty old car. I have a plethora of exercises I can draw on and a creativity to my exercise that I didn’t before. If your open to try a different approach to exercise, you definitely will not regret Fitness Renaissance. David is lovely and patient, he will bring out the best in you and what you can achieve fitness wise.

Fantastic experience: David is one of the top trainers out there. He taught me how to lift weights properly, focusing on form and gradually improving ensuring safety and not getting injured. He’s an amazing weight trainer for the physical and mental aspect as well as being an amazing life coach. Training with David for the last 2 years has shaped me into a better person and athlete

Fantastic experience: David is a fantastic personal trainer. I’ve worked with David before and after lockdown in two scenarios, first as a one-to-one coach and second now in a group session environment. Both have been really enjoyable and targeted to build and achieve my personal goals. David starts by really understanding what you want to achieve and then builds a tailored plan around you that concentrates on your goals while making sure that your body stays healthy when you’re not training, even suggesting movement exercises to break up the working day. I’ve always played team sports but never really appreciated how training the whole body can improve your flexibility and stamina. After only a few weeks I noticed the results and pushed me on to improve further. If you want a fun, insanely knowledgeable, highly motivated personal trainer then David is your man. I can’t thank him enough for the results we have produced together.

Fantastic experience: I've often described David to friends as an intellectual of movement. He knowledge is extremely deep and he is always very attentive to his clients' desires and needs. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: David was my PT when he was based at the gym I belonged to and the only reason I stopped using him was because he moved out of the area making it impractical. He was an innovative PT and quickly tuned in to my need for lots of variety .The range of exercises ranged from basic weight training & circuit typed exercises which I enjoyed. However he also introduced lots of hand/ eye co ordination routines using different size reaction balls which were surprisingly good fun and got me out of breath as well as increasing my agility.I had never had a PT that used reaction balls before(or since)& I do miss that aspect of exercise. Not only did David work me hard but he was also sensitive and intuitive when I was having a 'bad day' and adjusted the sessions activity accordingly. He used different ways to increase movement for example introducing me to fencing which was brilliant ! To this day I have never had a PT that incorporated such a wide range of diverse exercises in a workout!A smile rarely left my face throughout my sessions as it was such good fun and it was never ever boring! David has a very friendly personality that puts you at ease and I would not hesitate to use him again if we didn't live so far apart.

Fantastic experience: I had David for about a year and he really made me love going to the gym and working out. The out of sessions advice and workouts were great. The actual PT sessions pushed me and were different each time.

Fantastic experience: Patient with a plethora of knowledge! I am so greatful for his assistance and willingness to explore what works best for my body and aiding me in my recovery or pursuit for more strength and mobility. Couldn't recommend this man enough if you are looking to improve your bodies functionality!

Fantastic experience: David is quite honestly one of the best PTs around. I trained with him back in my early days of joining a gym, when I had no clue about the different types of exercises or nutrition. David taught me how to put a workout routine together, to train consistently, how to lift and all the basic skills I think anyone who goes to the gym should have. Most importantly I always had fun training with David and it became such a big part of my life. David gave me the confidence to walk into the gym and be able to use all of the equipment. I'll forever be indebted to him for all the wisdom he passed on, I can't recommend him enough!

Fantastic experience: I have had several personal trainers over the years but Dave was by far the best at pushing me to achieve my outcomes. His friendly encouraging approach led me to trying weight lifting as well as running 3 marathons. Although I haven't worked with Dave for several years now he remains there to support me and offer advice and encouragement when I need it.

Fantastic experience: Very professional and likeable - definitely recommend

Fantastic experience: Working with David on my fitness over the past 6 months has been a great experience. He has a holistic approach to body health and strength, which has helped me to develop confidence in what my body can do and achieve. David has worked with me to devise an at home training programme that can fit in around my full time work and family life. I would highly recommend David to anyone looking to begin their fitness journey.

Fantastic experience: Since I started training with David 2 years ago he's helped me to achieve a number of personal goals (including 10 ring muscle-up's and a 1 min handstand!). What I didn't anticipate was the attention he pays to overall body/movement health and long term functionality. He's constantly educating himself on the most effective ways to train and maintain the body and so the programs and sessions are always engaging, as well as effective. Highly Recommended.

Fantastic experience: David is the most knowledgeable, sincere and professional PT I have come across in my life. And having gone through +10 PTs over the last 5 years, I guess I know my onions. David’s training style is focused on substance over show off and thanks to that, in just 13 months my knee, back and shoulder problems have vanished. Although it was the key objective but as a result of his training my body constitution has become stronger and I feel empowered on this journey. David is a shy guy in terms of marketing himself, so feel free to check my instagram to see his training in action @moimehul If you are looking for sustainable improvement in your physical being, David is your answer.

Fantastic experience: David helped me to get back into exercise after a long hiatus due to feeling I simply didn’t have the time or energy to prioritise my health. His routines felt effective, safe and quite natural and this was due to his holistic approach and in-depth understanding of movement and anatomy which far outstripped my own and I’ve been a doctor for 10 years! He has a fantastic awareness of technique and form and I was able to make great progress in my strength training without injury. We also did loads of really fun boxing workouts when I was feeling a little low and unmotivated. I worked with David for over a year and only stopped because I was 7 months pregnant and ready to stop! My partner also trained with David for about a year and has had great lasting results. Thank you for reminding us how good it can feel to get moving!

Fantastic experience: David is a fantastic personal trainer. I have been working with him for several years now and as someone who has struggled to motivate myself to exercise in the past, I find his fun sessions and positive attitude key in keeping me on track. Not sure I would have survived lockdown without them! I would have no hesitation in recommending him.

Fantastic experience: David at Fitness Renaissance tailored training sessions to my fitness needs. The creative and playful approach to activities kept each session exciting and interesting. We focused on using self body weight excises and aerobic activities mainly in an outdoor setting. This suited me as I’m not a huge fan of gyms or weights. David is an excellent trainer either 1on 1 or in a group. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: David is a first class trainer. He takes his work seriously, but keeps the training fun and interactive. He always gives students his full attention. I’ve trained in the same gym as he works from for years and been impressed by his professionalism with others. I have also worked with him as a student myself and learned lots. Thoroughly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Fitness Renaissance highly enough. David’s extensive knowledge, attention to detail and highly tailored workouts ensure that no matter what you are trying to achieve in training, you will make it. It helps that he always keeps things varied and fun, and is always focussed on what works specifically for you . As an actor I am often looking to change body shape to fit specific roles. Whenever I need to do this - bulking up or trimming down etc- David and Fitness Renaissance is always my first call.

Fantastic experience: David is an extremely knowledgable and genuinely supportive trainer. I have been doing outdoor 2 to 1 boxing sessions with David for the past 6 weeks and he has made learning challenging new skills and movements both fun and attainable. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: David is friendly, professional and really knows his stuff. He created a training program for me to increase strength and mobility, based on time and equipment I had available. He’s also great at motivating. I thoroughly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: I did strength training with David and it was really great! I gained strength quickly and the training sessions were always fun.

Fantastic experience: I learnt so much training David. His attention to detail was amazing and the thought he put into plans for me (both in sessions with him and in my own time) was incredible. He provided plans of different lengths that allowed me to fit them into my day. He similarly introduced a series of movement snacks that I could incorporate into my day to day. Would highly recommend and am looking forward to more sessions soon.

Fantastic experience: David Lawrence has been my personal trainer for over 5 years. He’s simply phenomenal, with broad expertise including mobility, animal movement and olympic weightlifting. This keeps training interesting, fun and fresh, alongside his commitment to continually develop and broaden his expertise. He truly is an exceptional coach offering a unique service with FitRen going beyond traditional personal training with a holistic health and fitness service. This includes nutrition and osteopathy, which I have personally benefited from over the years. I cannot recommend David highly enough.

Fantastic experience: I saw David for a couple of years while I was living in London. I had specific needs just like anyone and David was fantastic and understanding and responding to them. To be honest he understood more about my requirements than I did. Most trainers seem to try and fit a template over you with what they've learned but David makes a real effort to get to know you and your weak spots and is great at addressing them. I moved away from London but still keep in touch and will see him when ever I'm in town for both a catch up on anything new he's learned, and just to catch up on a personal level. I wouldn't hesitate for a second to recommend David and Fitness Renaissance no matter what your health needs might be.

Fantastic experience: I really enjoy working with David. He is really friendly and good at motivating me to work hard, whilst keeping the sessions fun and entertaining. I’m really happy with how my fitness levels are improving, which I definitely couldn’t achieve without his help! I would highly recommend him as a personal trainer.

Fantastic experience: David is an excellent personal trainer. His sessions are huge fun and the variety of exercises we do have improved my strength, flexibility and my body feels completely different. He is very professional, and he has years of experience working to achieve any goals you will have. David’s knowledge of the body and movement is very impressive, he is also very friendly and really helps you feel to motivated to improve your skills.

Fantastic experience: Fitness Renaissance has fun, movement-based workouts that focus on improving mobility, balance and coordination. If you're looking for a great workout that isn't the run-of-the-mill gym workout, definitely give this a try

Fantastic experience: Whether you are looking for a PT to help get you back on track or kick-start your fitness journey, or whether you are interested in a more functional & "natural" way of training, David & the Fitness Renaissance team have you covered! Both myself & my partner have had extremely positive experiences in both one-to-one & group-based environments & can't recommend them highly enough. An hour or two spent on one of their functional group training sessions is not only challenging & engaging but it's also incredibly informative & will leave you looking at your training in an entirely new light. Give it a go!!

Fantastic experience: I have worked with David for nearly three years and still loving it! He is really good at being both supportive and challenging. He brings new ideas to our sessions quite often from his own learning and self-development and makes them relevant to me. I am much fitter and stronger than I was three years' ago and looking forward to the next three years.

Fantastic experience: Love all the games and fun exercises. Getting fit without thinking about it... my mind of exercise! They know their stuff!

Fantastic experience: I have had a few personal trainers in the past but David really did take it to the next level. Very professional and made it easy for me to understand, not only how to do it in the right way, but why we were doing a particular routine. I also felt that he provided me with all the tools and skills I needed to then continue on my own, however the ongoing motivation, support and measurement was invaluable.

Fantastic experience: David is a very thoughtful, enthusiastic, and knowledgable personal trainer. He is enormously versatile and has always been able to develop programmes based around my needs. David is a tremendous PT who I would gladly recommend to anyone.

Fantastic experience: David is enthusiastic and passionate about exercise. He explains everything clearly and sets realistic goals that still push you. Highly recommended

Fantastic experience: I trained with David for several months to help prepare me for a skiing trip. David was patient and considered, ensuring I focussed on the right program to develop my strength in line with my specific needs. I was totally at ease with him and trusted his advice and guidance.

Fantastic experience: David has been an inspiring trainer and mentor in empowering me to develop deep passion for body and mind health and fitness 'for life'! It's been a transformative journey to a happier life. I was unaware of how strong I could be! Thank you David.

Fantastic experience: I met with David on a weekly basis for over a year. In that time we worked together in the gym, outdoors and on Zoom covering a wide range of skills from strength building exercises to movements games and football skills to kick-boxing. David tailored fitness plans to suit my needs and interests and adapted them as those needs/interests changed with time, giving me things to work on and encouragement in-between sessions. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, versatile and dedicated fitness/movement coach in SE London. Thanks David :)

Fantastic experience: David really helped me to strengthen my back and core . I’d suffered with aches and pains and his clear instruction and video clips made it easy to follow and stay on track. I’d recommend him any day. A good investment and reasonable rates.

Fantastic experience: Very good personal trainer, I used David's professional knowledge, to help my son improve on areas of weakness, which had helped him mentally and physically, as my son is an up and coming footballer,I wanted him to find the right balance to keep him focused on the physical aspects of training. I highly recommend David to anyone who wants to achieve their fitness goals.

Fantastic experience: Had a great training experience with David, he put me at ease and was full of good ideas and ways of explaining exercises & the science behind them

Fantastic experience: All of the above and good fun too!

Fantastic experience: David was great , providing a well thought out programme implemented with positivity and patience. Really took time to listen to your feedback and thoughts. The post session support was also brilliant allowing you to keep up the good work in your own time. Having never used a personal trainer before I was dubious about whether I should invest in this and I’m so glad I did , cheers David

Fantastic experience: I have been training with David for over 2 years. I really enjoy the mixing in play to workouts, which keeps things fun. I always feel that my fitness goals are kept on track and aligned with what I want to achieve. I recommend anyone who is looking to improve the way they approach their fitness goals and movement to give Fitness Renaissance a go. You won't regret it!

Fantastic experience: I have been working with David from Fitness Renaissance over the past 9 months. I am a professional beach volleyball player, and David's help has been invaluable. He has been in charge of my physical preparation for playing, working with me to assess what we need to work on, helping me rehab injuries and prepare physically for the challenges of my sport. What I have found particularly impressive is the extent to which David has engaged in my progress. He is very thorough, has had detailed conversations with my coaches and is constantly challenging my preconceptions and making sure that I stay on task and healthy. I also like his style of delivery, his sessions are fun, challenging, and even as a professional athlete he still manages to find new challenges for me to try. Thanks David!

Fantastic experience: I had a great zoom session with David this week working on my core. David was very gentle and kind, taking into account my various injuries and impediments. He was very encouraging and quick-thinking, adapting the session from something else to do what was more ‘relevant’ to me on the day. He has great attention to detail and even on a video session can help you with your technique. He followed up with videos so I can’t forget what we did. If you need a personal trainer or someone to work on specific exercise techniques with you, I highly recommend David Lawrence from Fitness Renaissance.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend David. Had a great experience of personal fitness that I thoroughly enjoyed. Even though I was no novice to training I learnt so much more of great value and enjoyed being pushed. my strength in just a few weeks improved profoundly. He genuinely provided bespoke a bespoke programme with full commitment to you as an individual and was considered and fun. Its a programme that remains varied and relevant. Big thanks to David.

Fantastic experience: I had personal training sessions with David a few years ago and, more recently, I attended the innovative, outdoor group sessions in the park. David’s an excellent trainer - I’d had personal training sessions with other trainers before I started sessions with David but those sessions with David were transformative both for my strength and my attitude towards the movement and fitness aspects of my health and well-being. I sincerely say that the money I spent on those PT sessions was one of the best spending decisions I’ve made. I’m still benefitting from it. David is very knowledgable about his subject areas and is always keen to learn, develop and introduce new techniques and approaches. A great trainer and a great company.

Fantastic experience: I could not recommend David highly enough. We've worked together on my fitness journey since January 2018 and even though I've relocated to Wales we still keep in regular contact. I've gone from weighing 106 Kg in the summer of 2017 to 74 Kg today...I'm due to run my first ultra in June. David's support has been invaluable and my progress to date would have been impossible without him.

Fantastic experience: David is very sensitive to personal needs, he was considerate and intuitive to my health goals and gave me the confidence to achieve them safely and in a fun way, Thank you David, i really gained so much insight into fitness and my personal well being on a day to day basis, all the best Eric

Fantastic experience: I've attended a number of group classes led by David and they are challenging both mentally and physically, but always fun. David has a great philosophy as a PT, and is incredibly insightful with his training methods, and his soul focus is always on you to help you achieve your goals.

Fantastic experience: I'd highly recommend David as a PT. He designed a bespoke training programme for me when I wanted to work on my strength and needed exercises that would work at home with limited time/equipment. He's sensitive to personal preferences and lifestyle needs (he asks great questions!), and is exceptionally knowledgeable about every aspect of keeping fit and well.

Fantastic experience: I had personal training sessions with David over the space of a few months, during which we worked on gymnastic techniques and strength building. Every week David created a bespoke training plan tailored to my individual goals and by the end of our sessions, I felt that my body and general health was in the best shape it had ever been. Thoroughly recommend David to anyone who is interested in PT sessions!

Fantastic experience: I trained with David for around 2 or 3 years, we did everything from Olymipc Lifting to Mobility work. The sessions were something I looked forward to every week with David being incredibly positive and motivating.

Fantastic experience: I've never used a personal trainer before, as I was nervous about doing so. From the first moment I met David, he put me at ease and listened to my hopes & fears. He made sure to make the sessions fun and I've never looked back. I enjoyed the sessions and counted down to the next one. I'm seen notable improvements, and I'm once again enjoying going to the gym. Thank you

Fantastic experience: Great fun and brilliant results! Lost 5kg and 4cm from waist in eight sessions! David is very chilled and relaxed you would never know you are working!

Fantastic experience: I’d highly recommend David as a PT. I used him for 6 sessions to kick start me at the gym. The sessions were informative and fun with David providing lots of useful feedback and advice. He introduced me to lots of exercises and equipment is not used before, allowing me to improve my technique and get more out of being there!

Fantastic experience: David is a fantastic coach. He helped me immensely at a time when I needed enthusiasm, support and a sensitive approach to overcome my difficulties with maintaining a regular exercise practice. Thoughtful, positive and full of interesting ideas - I recommend his sessions to anyone looking to establish a ballanced approach to health and fitness.

Fantastic experience: As an osteopath, I often meet personal trainers through work, but David stood out from the crowd. This is why I chose him to help me achieve my fitness goals. David is exceedingly knowledgeable about anatomy and the latest fitness research; using it to tailor individual plans that are both achievable and fun. The flexibility in his approach and varied background made workouts enjoyable and something I look forward to; not easy to achieve in someone like me who does not like exercise. David is also one of the most 'present' people I have ever met. He is fully engaged with me as a client during our session. There are no side-bar bro-chats with other gym-goers or macho posturing,. David doesn't need to show off his credentials in the gym, they are self-evident. At no point did I ever feel I couldn't achieve something because I wasn't up to it; David believes absolutely in his approach and his clients and again, as someone who is not comfortable in the gym, David gave me the confidence to go on my own when not seeing him for a session and that was what was holding me back the most. The gym can be an intimidating environment, thanks to Fitness Renaissance and David, it is much less so for me now.

Fantastic experience: I started personal training with David after having a very cute baby which left an impact on my body, weight and fitness. David was enthusiastic, kind and patient, and consummately professional. He is clearly passionate and expert in his subject. He got me into boxing which was incredibly fun and I got stronger and fitter. When I hurt my back lugging the aforesaid cute baby around, he showed me exercises which immediately cured it, which completely blew my mind, because I’d not realised how much you can intervene with your body to help when things go wrong. I can’t thank him enough for his time and expertise.

Fantastic experience: I worked with David on a one-to-one basis for 8 weeks last year and it transformed my approach to health and fitness. The first time I’ve worked with a PT meant I was reluctant to commit at first but David’s careful initial assessment and constant refinement ensured my plan was always relevant to my goals. The continued variety of workout type and even location (gym, track, park) ensured our sessions remained interesting and have given me a confidence to go on and do my own workouts - although it’s not been the same since and I may well be back again! Highly recommended, especially for anyone who has been an active team sports player and has lacked the motivation to stay fit since retiring.

Fantastic experience: David is a great PT. I couldn’t have asked for better when I was recovering from a shoulder injury. Highly recommend him.

Fantastic experience: I worked with David for 3 months, and it was by far the most enjoyable and effective fitness course I have undertaken. Most importantly, he changed the way I think about fitness activity, meaning that I have found it easy to stay motivated, and have been working out just as frequently and effectively since our sessions ended. David listened to the things I enjoyed doing in everyday life and designed fitness activities around them. He also trained me in a new repertoire of gym-based exercises that have radically improved my core strength and flexibility. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: I worked with David over a 6 month period to help improve my body composition and weight lifting goals. Sessions were always fun and varied; I learnt a lot and saw some great results at the end of it.

Fantastic experience: Greate experience with David regarding a hip and knee injurie and a bad posture. With my permission he was able to acces my file and colaborate with my fiziotherapist.

Fantastic experience: I worked with David to improve my Clean, Bench and Front squat. He was a fantastic Coach. hard work, but great fun! Cheers!

Fantastic experience: David was very helpful during the months I worked with him, guiding me in the best way possible towards my weight loss and improved health goals. He tailored each session to my own needs, especially the kickboxing sessions, which were great as a work out and a way to improve my technique. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: I did weight training with Fitness Renaissance few years ago and the results were amazing. recently I started training with him in a group session on Sundays and I really enjoyed. If you want to learn good technique, have fun and gain ninja skills at the same time, this is the place to start your journey.

Fantastic experience: Wanted to gain some strength and better understanding of powerlifting and how to properly stretch muscles before a workout. I had 6 sessions with David who was very helpful and friendly, I had one session a week but he always kept an update with me during the week to see how training and diet was going. Overall very good experience.

Fantastic experience: I spent about a year with David to supplement my water polo training and improve my strength both in and out of the pool. The sessions were challenging but fun and he always made sure they were varied so I never got bored of them. I saw massive improvements throughout the training and they helped me to take my performance in water polo to the next level. I would say David played a big part in my selection for the national team and British champs qualification. Although I no longer work with David, the lifting techniques and approach to gym work he taught me still very much resonates in my training. Would highly recommend him to a complete novice, an experienced gym-goer or someone like myself who is looking to develop some functional strength to aid their sport performance.

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure to meet and work with David, I trained with him for two years and achieved great results. My main goal was to get rid of extra weight, but in a way that I can sustain it. Previously, I would lose weight and end up putting it back on after a while. David explained everything I need to do thoroughly, both in the gym and outside of it. As a PT, David really listens to you, motivates you and comes up with exercises that are fun, challenging and stimulating. I also liked that Dave would film the movements and exercises, which means I could continue my workout when I am by myself. I would recommend David to both someone who is new to the gym and someone who has been working out for a long time, but needs a little push to achieve the results needed. I achieved great results with David’s advice and I saw other much more experienced people in the gym achieving their goals with David. So don’t wait around!

Fantastic experience: I first started training with David in 2015. I know I had to be a challenge for him, I get bored very quickly with repetitive work and I warned him I would be hard work, but this did not phase him. David worked on my program making the whole experience totally versitile, challenging, with lots of fun and made me achieve my goals. I always look forward to my sessions with David, he is totally adictive. Anything you look to achieve in your training David will always meet the challenge with you.

Fantastic experience: David wrote a great programme targeting my specific needs at that time. the results were excellent as was the advice and tailored excercises given during sessions.

Fantastic experience: I have worked with David for over a year and he has been instrumental in helping me to achieve significantly improved physical and mental health. His sessions are perfectly tailored to my needs making training both a fun and challenging experience.

Fantastic experience: I consulted FItness Reniassance to help with core stability to supplement the strength training program I was going through. David is very thorough, detail orientated personal trainer who knows how to get results. He is vital to the industry as a whole, and his expertise, with the addition of the team he has, will get you doing what you need to do in order to hit your goals. I highly recommend Fitness Renaissance.

Fantastic experience: Last year I started participating in David’s mixed group Park/Play sessions. Before then, I had never done any specific movement training. I attended with no expectation, and I was immediately hooked; each two hour session is dynamic and well thought out. It involves movement games and functional training requiring some weekend mindfulness delivered in a positive and friendly environment outdoors. It really is a cool way to spend a Sunday morning if you’re wanting a fresh, innovative approach to get moving. Time flies when you’re having fun - and your muscles will remind you of that fun for many days to come! Thanks David

Fantastic experience: As someone with limited time who is committed to improving at tennis, I needed to find someone who could help me make improvements on the physical side of the game, fast. David Lawrence proved to be that person and not only did he get very quick results, he completely tailored his approach to cover the physical requirements of a tennis player (and at the same time screened out sub-optimal exercises). He also designed programs that were fun, varied and flexible enough to meet the needs of the individual. To be an effective tournament tennis player requires a very broad range of physical abilities and David's tailored programs have met these needs completely. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Fantastic experience: I benefited hugely from several blocks of training sessions with David. Not only did he tailor them to my specific goals, he also made each session fun and engaging, and the education I gained about my physicality, progress, general well-being and importance of each aspect was priceless. When correct nutrition is coupled with regularity of training, the results really begin to show. And for each week, he would give me an updated schedule, showing how much work he was doing in the background to ensure I got as much as possible from my training. I cannot recommend Fitness Renaissance highly enough. Their expertise, wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm really paid dividends, and I haven't looked back. Thank you so much guys.

Fantastic experience: Having ruptured my ACL in a skiing accident in February 2017 I started my extensive rehab programme with David Laurence In June 2017, which continues to this day. David has in every way been attentive, thorough, personal and always well prepared for my sessions. The goal is to avoid an operation to replace my ACL as surgeons are of the opinion that I can regain full stability through the right training and approach. With David by my side I remain positive I'll succeed. It's a partnership. I highly recommend David to you.

Fantastic experience: Great PT. David classes are a mix of fun and hard work and the recordings are just an extra tool for you to keep up the right posture even on your own. Just the best you can find around! Highly recommended :)

Fantastic experience: I have known David for about 7 years now and he has truly changed the way I think about exercise and keeping healthy in general. I initially started training with him to prepare for my wedding but after that I continued as I found it kept me more focused to achieve my goals. David has taught me so much about technique and different methods, there has been countless times that I’ve been in my work gym and the PTs there have comment on my good form....this is all down to David. When I’d lost motivation David would alway give me call to support me not only as a personal trainer but a friend. I would highly recommend David as a PT to anyone who is looking to get fit in body and in mind while having fun....Inspirational.

Fantastic experience: Reading through the other reviews, one client described David as' head and shoulders above the rest'. I would echo this. I chose David as a trainer as I had seen him working with other clients in the gym and had been impressed with the depth and professionalism of his knowledge. Once I started work with him I wasn't disappointed. I left feeling much fitter and... walking taller!

Fantastic experience: Review for David Lawrence Over 8 months, I've had two programmes from David, each covering three sessions per week. Each programme felt at first like a series of separate and challenging exercises, but I soon became aware that the exercises had been excellently chosen and combined to cover the whole body. I appreciate, too, David's attention to the particular strengths and weaknesses of my now 70 year old body. I'm very glad and fortunate to feel as fit and energized as I do, thanks to David. Charles Hewlings 18 February 2018

Fantastic experience: David is a hugely talented PT who really listens to understand your goals and limitations and tailors sessions and plans accordingly. He's fun to work with and, thanks to him, I achieved a lot in a short space of time. I'm looking forward to working with him again!

Fantastic experience: Working with David is superb. He tailors his strategy and methods to your specific needs, is encouraging and sets goals whilst always recognising that we are all only human. We have worked hard on strength training technique, whilst also paying attention to many other forms of complimentary exercise. Thoroughly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I have been training with David for a year now. I have had many personal trainers in the past but David is exceptional, the best I have ever come across and I'm glad I found him. The sessions are always inventive and fun and I look forward to each one. He is a professional. If you are serious about getting into shape and staying that way there is no-one better.

Fantastic experience: I have been lucky to have David of Fitness Renaissance as my Personal Trainer for the past few years. I began with no knowledge or experience of fitness training and David patiently motivated and coached me. His positive outlook and continued commitment to make sessions varied and fun have given me the confidence to develop my fitness far beyond what I expected. His wide-ranging experience allows him to tailor a mix of strength, balance, conditioning, coordination and movement into my sessions - giving an all round benefit to health and wellness that’s specific to me. I’m now exploring and enjoying other fitness and sports activities which I wouldn’t have done without the huge boost I have received from training with David.

Fantastic experience: I’ve had many trainers. All good except for one. David however is head and shoulders above the rest. Huge attention to detail. Very professional. Highly motivated. You even get an occasional smile. I moved out of London and the only thing I miss is training with David. Someone I now count as a friend.