How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Personal Trainer in the UK?

Mar 14, 2025By Marcus Urbanski
Marcus Urbanski

(And Why Rise with Marcus is the Best Choice in Coventry) đź‘€

When people start looking for a personal trainer, the first thing they usually ask is: “How much does it cost?” But the real question is, “What am I actually getting for my money?”

In the UK, personal training prices vary massively. You could pay anywhere from £15 to £85 per session, with the average sitting around £36 per hour. But a training session on its own doesn’t mean much.

What actually matters is what happens between those sessions—how well your training is structured, how it fits into your lifestyle, and whether you're actually progressing. A good coach doesn’t just turn up, count reps, and leave. A good coach is an investment—in your body, your confidence, and your long-term results.

If you’re in Coventry, that’s exactly why Rise with Marcus is the best choice.

What Affects the Cost of Personal Training?

1. Experience & Expertise

Some trainers have a certificate and a few months of gym floor experience. That’s not enough.

I’ve spent over a decade training and competing as a two-sport professional athlete in American football and bobsleigh, applying elite-level strength, conditioning, and movement principles to body transformation.

The people I train don’t just get workouts—they get a system designed for long-term progress, strength, and injury prevention.


2. The Difference Between a “Session” and a Coaching System


Many trainers just sell sessions—an hour of their time, and then you're on your own.

At Rise with Marcus, you get a complete coaching system. Every session fits into a bigger picture of structured progression.

This includes:
âś… Full training plans that develop strength, athleticism, and body composition.

✅ Nutrition strategies tailored to your goals—whether that’s fat loss, muscle gain, or performance.

✅ Ongoing support and coaching—adjustments, accountability, and solutions to roadblocks.

âś… Injury management & movement optimization to keep you progressing safely.

A session is just the tip of the iceberg. Real coaching is about everything outside of those sessions too.

3. How Your Training is Structured for Maximum Results

The key to transforming your body isn’t just working hard—it’s working smart.

I apply athletic performance principles to general fitness, meaning:You train for strength, movement quality, and athleticism, not just aesthetics.

You build a foundation of fitness that translates to real-world strength and resilience.

You avoid the common mistakes that slow progress and cause injuries.
Most trainers just make you tired. I make you better.

So, How Much Should You Pay for Personal Training?

The price of personal training is only expensive if you’re not getting results. If you’re not improving, even £20 per session is too much. But if you’re building strength, gaining confidence, and transforming your body, then quality coaching is an investment, not a cost.

At Rise with Marcus, you’re getting:
âś… A structured coaching system, not just random workouts.

âś… Decades of experience applied to your individual goals.

âś… A methodical approach to strength, movement, and injury prevention.

✅ Support beyond the gym—nutrition, programming, and accountability.

Yes, personal training at this level is an investment, but the results speak for themselves. The difference between spinning your wheels for years and actually progressing comes down to who you choose to guide you.

Why Rise with Marcus? (The Best Choice in Coventry)

There are plenty of trainers in Coventry. But if you want a complete system for body transformation, athletic strength, and long-term progress, there’s only one choice.

This isn’t just about sessions—it’s about real coaching.

It’s not just about getting in shape—it’s about staying strong, moving well, and building resilience for life.

I bring experience from two professional sports, applying elite-level principles to everyday training.

The question isn’t “How much does it cost?”
It’s “What are you getting for your money?”

And at Rise with Marcus, you’re getting the best coaching available in Coventry.

Want to get started? Message me, and let’s get to work.