Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Fitness Partner in Hampton Court
At Riverside Gym, we have redefined the traditional fitness experience by prioritising structured training, expert coaching, and individualised support since 2017. Our approach begins with a comprehensive assessment of movement, injury history, and lifestyle to create tailored programmes that align with realistic goals. We utilise a proprietary training app for seamless delivery of custom-built sessions, complete with video instruction and performance tracking. Our commitment to high-touch support ensures clients receive continuous feedback through messaging, video reviews, and in-person interactions. By limiting our client numbers, we maintain the highest standards of quality and accountability.Our remote coaching service extends this methodology globally, offering bilingual support for clients in Hong Kong and beyond. Founded on the belief that physical strength cultivates mental resilience, we focus on long-term results over fleeting trends. Our team of degree-qualified strength and conditioning specialists combines academic expertise with practical experience in professional sports and education. We operate with transparency, rejecting generic solutions in favour of strategies that adapt to each individual's unique circumstances. Whether training locally at our East Molesey facility or remotely, clients benefit from a system designed to eliminate guesswork and maximise progress.
Services
Strength Training
Remote Coaching
Personal Training
Program Design
Movement Assessment
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer 15 years of coaching experience from university study and professional sport backgrounds
- Our programmes use a proprietary training app with video instruction and performance tracking
- We limit client numbers to ensure high-touch support and quality standards
- Bilingual coaching available in English and Cantonese for Hong Kong clients
- We combine movement assessments with lifestyle factors for truly individualised training
Services
In-Person Membership
Structured gym membership at our East Molesey facility combines expert coaching with individualised programming. Members receive physical assessments, custom training plans, and progress tracking through our proprietary app. Sessions include technical instruction and performance monitoring.
Remote Coaching
Global access to our coaching system requires only basic gym equipment. Members receive custom programmes via our app, direct coach communication, and video form analysis. Designed for those unable to train at our physical location.
1-1 Coaching
Individual coaching sessions focus on technique refinement and programme adjustments. Available in-person at our facility, these sessions offer direct feedback from our qualified strength and conditioning specialists.
Bilingual Coaching
Specialised remote coaching for Hong Kong clients combines English and Cantonese language support. Programmes include cultural context adaptations while maintaining our structured training methodology and progress tracking systems.
Program Design
Tailored training plans update every four weeks based on performance data. Our coaches create programmes considering individual goals, available equipment, and lifestyle constraints while maintaining technical accuracy and progression.
People
James McKie
Owner & Coach
With 15 years of experience spanning university study, professional sport, and school coaching, James founded Riverside Gym in 2017. He personally oversees all memberships, combining academic expertise with practical experience to deliver structured training systems focused on long-term results.
Questions
What makes Riverside Gym different from other fitness facilities?
We focus on structured programming, individualised coaching, and progress tracking rather than generic memberships. Our small client numbers ensure quality support through our proprietary training app and direct communication with coaches.
Can I access coaching if I'm not near Hampton Court?
Yes, our remote membership offers the same structured coaching system globally. You'll need basic gym equipment and access to our training app for custom programmes and direct coach support.
What's included in the remote coaching membership?
Includes 4-weekly custom programmes, app-based messaging with your coach, video form checks, on-demand resources, and a 3-month minimum commitment. Does not include access to our physical gym facility.
How do you assess individual training needs?
We conduct detailed movement assessments, review injury history, and consider lifestyle factors during onboarding. This information forms the foundation for realistic goal setting and tailored training schedules.
What support options are available?
Support includes in-app messaging, video review of form, task assignments, and regular programme adjustments. Our coaches provide direct feedback and adapt training phases based on your progress.
Reviews (7)
William Grace
Apr 21, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism,Quality
Before joining Riverside Gym my experience was limited to a handful of PT sessions at a commercial gym. Working with James has revolutionised the way I train and Im easily in the best shape Ive ever been. Lifting has become a passion and something I can see myself doing long-term, which I never thought would be the case!
Before joining Riverside Gym my experience was limited to a handful of PT sessions at a commercial gym. Working with James has revolutionised the way I train and Im easily in the best shape Ive ever been. Lifting has become a passion and something I can see myself doing long-term, which I never thought would be the case!
Francis Highton
Feb 26, 2021
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A great little gym in a great location. All the equipment you will need and good systems of booking so there is always space. James, the gym owner, was very welcoming and informative, and if he was in at the same time would always come and give me some advice on lifting form or technique, which was very useful. I come from a high performance background in rowing, and so know a lot of the basics and safety, and it was great to be able to train in an environment where this was trusted and understood. During the lockdown periods in 2020/2021, James devised short training programmes for members to
Fiorenza Mua
Dec 21, 2019
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Everything you need for a good training session, nothing more. For someone who likes weights lifting and a well organised, fully equipped gym ,Riverside Gym is perfect.
Harriet Bernstein-Dale
Oct 13, 2019
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After training at a commercial gym a bit further away, I decided to give Riverside Gym a go and I haven't looked back. The gym owner and members were very welcoming and it's got the community feel that's lacking in chain / commercial gyms. Since training with James, my overall strength and technique have improved dramatically. James' knowledge and passion made training engaging and enjoyable but also challenging. I couldnt recommend him or the gym more highly.
Michelle Pirie
Sep 22, 2019
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We unfortunately only discovered Riverside Gym towards the end of our stay in the UK. James McKie sparked interest and life back into my training routine and I am most grateful for all the training advice and support. Both my teen-age sons also trained with James and have found the interaction and learning from James most valuable and a lot of fun. A professional and personalised service all in one and recommended without hesitation. Thank you James.
Gregg G.
Aug 08, 2019
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This gym is excellent - 3 olympic weightlifting stations, full free weights suite and cardio machines. Key fob access is brilliant. James and team REALLY know their stuff. Friendly and welcoming. Simply brilliant, thank you James!
Francis Mugford
Jun 17, 2019
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Great PT from James, he's very motivational and really understands what you want to get out of it. Highly recommend.
