Meet Your Coach Trainer in Abu Dhabi

Head Coach & Co-founder

James Canning is from Scotland and has now been in the fitness industry for over 12 years now. Abu Dhabi has been home for James for 7 years now.
In 2017 James and some local emirate partners came together to create Elite Fitness.
Abu Dhabi’s only private small group personal training facility.

At Elite Fitness, every session in our mixed gym is led by a qualified coach trainer who takes the guesswork out of your training. We specialise in small group personal training, giving you the structure, support and coaching that most commercial gyms lack.

Whether you are just getting started, returning after time away or want to build consistent results, your trainer will guide you every step of the way. You will follow a plan designed around your goals and ability, with expert instruction on form, reps and progression.

Why Our Coach Trainers Make the Difference

In a typical gym, you are left to figure things out on your own. At Elite Fitness, your Abu Dhabi coach trainer does more than demonstrate exercises. They coach you through each part of your session to make sure every rep moves you closer to your goal.

Our coaches know how to tailor your training to suit your lifestyle, injuries or limitations. You will never feel unsure of what to do or how to do it.

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What You Can Expect From Your Sessions

✔ Each session is led by a professional coach trainer who understands your body, goals and training history.
✔ You will follow a personalised programme, not a generic class routine.
✔ Your form, reps and rest periods will be guided and adjusted in real time.
✔ The environment is focused, welcoming and capped at four people per session.
✔ You will receive ongoing support and accountability from a coach who genuinely cares.

Abu Dhabi Coach Trainers Who Understands

Your Abu Dhabi-based trainer is not just here to count reps. They are here to help you train smarter, stay consistent and feel better week after week. We work with men of all ages and experience levels across Abu Dhabi, including professionals, busy parents and beginners who want a plan that works.

The support you receive is consistent, encouraging and adapted to your progress over time.

Want to see more of what we do? Visit our mixed gym page to learn how our training model works and who it is for. Please note that you can also explore our gym for ladies if you are looking for a private female-only training environment.

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Proven Results, Backed by Real People

The most important feedback comes from the people who train with us. Many of our members had tried other gyms before but only saw results after working with a coach trainer at Elite Fitness.

Read our fitness journey stories to hear how real men in Abu Dhabi have transformed their health, energy and strength with the support of our coaching team.

Ready to Train With Us?

Book your consultation today and meet a coach trainer in Abu Dhabi who will guide you through your first session. Our training team is here to help you train with purpose and confidence in a space designed for lasting progress.

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