Ava Saunders
Why I coach
For me, the benefits of training go far beyond strength, fitness or aesthetics; the gym is where I found myself, built confidence and discovered what I was capable of. I want everyone to have the opportunity to experience that, regardless of age, ability, body shape, background or experience. I want you to feel that you belong in the gym. I coach to make strength training welcoming, accessible and empowering for everyone.
Learn to Lift with Ava
Ava also teaches the Learn to Lift class – a technique-focused Olympic weightlifting class, welcoming everyone from complete beginners, to experienced lifters looking to refine their skills. Each session focuses on the snatch, clean or jerk, with structured coaching, technical practice and individual feedback. With over four years of coaching experience and six years of lifting experience, I’ll help you build confidence, develop your technique and progress at your own pace. Click here to see the group exercise timetable.
Testimonials
“Ava is a really encouraging coach. She demonstrates the exercises confidently and clearly, and coaches clearly to ensure my form is correct. She gently encourages me to push myself, and I always leave our sessions feeling happier and stronger than I did coming into them.”
“Since working with Ava, I feel that I have grown massively in strength and also in confidence. Ava adapts every aspect of our sessions to work around my injuries, so that I always feel capable. I would highly recommend Ava as a coach.”
