Meet your coaches

GYM-22

Why to train with us?

In today’s fitness world, aesthetics often take priority over health. At Gym-22, our mission is to guide you toward a healthy, sustainable approach to training, one where you learn to appreciate your body for what it can achieve, rather than constantly judging it. Strength, skill, and confidence develop naturally as you engage in activities that are challenging, enjoyable, and fun, with improved shape and fitness as a natural by-product of your progress.

Whether you train online or in-person, we focus on safe, progressive coaching, real accountability, and a supportive community, helping every trainee grow, challenge themselves, and truly enjoy the journey.

Alex Flipsy

Founder, Head Coach at GYM-22

Alex’s coaching blends bodyweight calisthenics with free weight compound movements, creating a modern approach to fitness that builds strength, skill, and confidence. He thrives on helping trainees of all levels progress safely, stay consistent, and achieve goals they never thought possible.

Don’t ask for a lighter burden but for a stronger back

You can read more about Alex and his passion for fitness in his blog post introducing himself. Here you can find out what his favourite and most disliked exercises are along with his greatest fitness achievements.

Intro Post

Kara Pearl

Co-Founder, Calisthenics Coach here at GYM-22

Kara is the enthusiastic fitness guru here at GYM-22, she loves discovering new and exciting ways to stretch, improve her fitness and stamina. She also has a keen eye for dietary needs, being Vegan & Gluten free herself. She will be sharing some of her amazing recipes on the blog.

Appreciate your body for what it’s capable of doing

You can read more about Kara and her passion for fitness in her blog post introducing herself. Here you can find out what her favourite and most disliked exercises are along with her greatest fitness achievements.

Intro Post

Ready to start?

Online Coaching:

Get your personalised training program that grows with you, with expert feedback and real accountability, all delivered through the Gym-22 App.

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Pre-Built Programs

Step-by-step, structured training plans for all levels. Build strength, master skills, and stay consistent at your own pace.

Calisthenics Programs

Personal Training

1:1 face-to-face coaching at our Poole gym. Achieve your goals with expert guidance and a plan tailored specifically to you, or bring a friend and train together to stay motivated and share the journey.

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