CLIENT REVIEWS
"I have trained in the gym for 25 years and had various coaches over that time. When I turned 40 I felt I needed some more accountability again and having followed Tino, and known of him through judo, I knew he would be the best person to speak to.
I’m 12 weeks in now and I’m amazed at the progress I’ve made in that time. I’m stronger, fitter and probably in the best shape of my life. Tino is always on the end of the phone, his attention to detail is first class and he understands what I need and when I need it.
If you are looking for a coach, park your search. Go and get yourself a Tino."
- Stuart Sim
I’ve always been a slim guy who has never been happy with my physique. After seeking help from an endless amount of crap online I found Tino and knew he was the best guy for the job.
After only a month in I was seeing incredible progress, continuing with his guidance and expertise I was able to not only hit but surpass my goals massively.
I can finally say I’m confident in myself and my body all thanks to Valentino.
I would recommend 100% to anyone at any level of training because it makes more of a difference than you could imagine…
- Logan Petigrew
Started training with Tino at the start of the year and I have been blown away with my progress in such a small period of time.
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My compound movements have all increased and overall I feel in the best shape I’ve been in a very long time. One of my biggest worries has always been deadlifting due to a previous injury, and I have always tended to shy away from this exercise.
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In 2 months I smashed the 100kg deadlift for 6 reps and I would have never had the confidence to even attempt this without Tino’s guidance.
- Kyle Browne
Was a bit nervous when I first started with Tino, after the first few weeks that had gone completely. His knowledge and the way he approached the programming was second to none, I had been struggling to hit new pb's for a while and had plateaued heavily. Struggling with 150kg deadlifts and my overhead press was none exsistant compared to what it is now. Every lift across the board has nearly doubled, from deadlifts to curls and everything inbetween. Definitely would and have recommended Tino to anyone wanting to get to that next level with their training, either for spirt or just to look better and be more powerful at whatever you want to do. 10/10 over the moon with what has been a fantastic 8 months.
- Steve Nobes
When I started with Tino I knew my way around a gym well and had a programme that was delivering results but just slowly, Tino helped me refine the exercises in the gym cutting out a lot of thr crap and focusing on what worked and what could be progressed. This paired with his advice and help on nutrition got me to both my leanest ever before a holiday and my strongest ever afterwards. Would highly recommend tino to anyone thinking of getting a coach or anyone who feels their training isn’t going anywhere or isn’t going anywhere fast, I’ve leaned a huge amount from him over the last 6 months and am in the best place training wise I have ever been.
- Peter Toleman
"Hands down the number one investment I’ve ever made in myself. Tino’s knowledge and guidance has helped me to achieve my best physique ever, given me the tools to continue developing and prevent me going back to my old ways. He understands that life still happens and works with you to ensure you can balance this alongside achieving your goals! I’d urge anyone to get signed up sooner rather than later, top class service"
- Wayne Burrows
"I have learned so much being coached by Tino. I’ve always had a good understanding of the gym and what’s required - so I thought. Working with Tino made me realise what actually goes into improving all aspects of your strength and fitness. His attention to small details goes a long way and you can tell he actually cares about you and your journey. Couldn’t recommend him any more, it’s all just words but once you sign up with him, you’ll understand."
- Brydon Nolan
"Working with Valentino has been great! With his attention to detail I have managed to build confidence in the gym and correct all my lifting techniques. After only 12 weeks I’ve made great improvements and feeling alot better about myself!"
- Callum McBeath
"Being young and having never really stepped into any gym before, I was in a way lost on what to do with no motivation, until I started working with Valentino. He has helped me get into the best shape of my life - being the strongest I’ve ever been whilst also being at the lightest bodyweight. His constant help daily has guided me to be confident and motivated whilst building my body. Would recommend him to everyone!"
- Dom Murato
"I've never been so confident in the gym, I've never been stronger and I've never felt physically better. This is all down to Valentino's expertise and programme set up. I've dropped 8kg in 5 months and gained quite a chunk of muscle.
Valentino gives me achievable goals and keeps me accountable for getting my sessions in, hitting macros and staying on track which has made this a fairly smooth process. I've stil enjoyed nights out, holidays and weekends away all while making progress.
I never started out determined to get a lot stronger but it's become quite addictive.Valentino has been the key to my progress and adapts my sessions to make them enjoyable but also to push me to my max.
Highly recommend Valentino!"
- Lauren Hogan
"Training with guidance and support from Valentino has helped me get back to working out properly after nearly 2 years of being injured. I was unable to do any pressing movements and Valentino gave me rehabilitation exercises for my shoulder that sorted out my shoulder within weeks.I have went from 75KG Bodyweight with little muscle and definition to 84KG holding so much more muscle and so much stronger in the gym, and my training and nutrition plans were so easy to follow and had so many options.
I strongly believe if I didn’t have Valentino as a coach I’d still be 75KG and have no where close to the results I’ve gotten over the past 5 Months. I certainly would have still be unable to do exercises such as Bench Press but thankfully because of Valentinos teachings and program designed for my needs I can do everything I had avoided for years, and now lift more weight than I could before my injury.
His coaching is brilliant and I highly recommend it."
- Liam Lee
"I used to go into the gym, use a few machines and leave without much idea of what I'd done or even tried to do. However training with Valentino has provided me great value in understanding the structure of both individual sessions and a full program. I now walk into any gym (around the world due to travelling with my job) with the confidence that I performing everything properly, getting great workouts in, and over time I am seeing great results. Tino is a knowledgeable and patient coach who has his clients goals at the centre of all of his actions."
- Michael McCabe
"After years of training with various personal trainers, turning up at the gym and not going in, going in and staying on the treadmill for an hour or hiding in a corner doing nothing...Tino has been able to change my mindset and give me confidence to go to the gym on my own and do a meaningful workout without being scared of the weights!!! His no nonsense approach, passion and knowledge for exercise is amazing and rubs off on his clients. Absolutely love training and now have the confidence to improve on my own. 10/10 recommend, especially if you have gym anxiety."
- Holly
"Val was wicked , he was professional and to top this he Genuinely cares about getting you to become the best Version of yourself. Coming from a sporting background Val helped me to get back to a routine and into shape after having a long time off sport. I couldn’t recommend him enough and to top it off he’s a top bloke"
- Aaron Turner
"I have been on and off the gym for years never really made too much progress in the sense of dropping my weight or gaining strength but when I started with Tino that all changed. Tino made me fall back into the joy of training and training hard, helping me keep myself accountable to get the sessions done. Tino keeps it simple, makes you train hard to see the progress you are wanting, helps with nutrition and any questions you have along the way. Tino makes it specific to your goals that you are wanting to achieve and I would recommend him to anyone to help you achieve your fitness goals."
- Vincent Toner Murphy
"I didn't know where to start or what to do when I initially wanted to start taking better care of my fitness, especially with how complex it can be working with my disease and disability. But Tino has made it super easy by tailor making custom sessions for me to work on specific muscles and areas that will help me in my day to day life. Whenever I have any questions about my training or how I can improve/do better he always has the answers. I can't thank Tino enough for being a great coach and helping me reach targets I never thought I would"
- Ross McLaren
"Getting the right professional advice and guidance from Tino has allowed me to grow in confidence at the gym. Achievable goal setting and working flexible around my other commitments has shown me there is no one else better to be with than Tino. Although he is a top Strength and Conditioning coach he is alot more than that. Top class motivator, helps with nutrition and is always there if you need him. Cant recommend him enough."
- Danny McCafferty
"I've always been into doing weights, but since I started training with Valentino I've gained 4kg, from 55kg - 59kg and I've only ben training with him for a few months and I've seen great improvements in my overall strength and appearance in muscle groups I didn't know how to train. He really knows what he is doing when it comes to weight training and teaching me good technique to ensure my best results and pushing me to increase my limits. Valentino is a great coach and teaches me everything I need to know about weight training and I can only see myself improving further. "
- Martin Bienek
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"Getting the right professional advice and guidance from Tino has allowed me to grow in confidence at the gym. Achievable goal setting and working flexible around my other commitments has shown me there is no one else better to be with than Tino. Although he is a top Strength and Conditioning coach he is alot more than that. Top class motivator, helps with nutrition and is always there if you need him. Cant recommend him enough."
- Andrew Swan
"Working with Valentino has been overall excellent, his knowledge really gets you great results. After only a few weeks working with him I have seen a great increase in my strength - making sure I'm doing everything correctly to minimise injuries and giving me a much better understanding of strength and conditioning. Couldn't recommend enough. "
- Hamza Yusuf
"I had been trying for years to gain weight as I wasn't happy with the way my body looked. I then decided to start training under Tino's guidance. I explained my goals and what I wanted from Tino. He provided me with a meal plan specifically suited to my needs and goals. Tino has helped me massively with not only my strength but also my flexibility giving me stretches to do at home which have improved my performance in & out the gym. When I started with Tino my weight was at 67KG and in 8 weeks of training my weight is now at 71KG! Every week I am hitting a new PB, from starting at 60KG squats now up at 95KG. To anyone interested in strength and fitness, I cannot recommend Volante Strength and Fitness enough."
- Brandon Brown
"My process so far with Valentino has been amazing. After coming to him to improve my strength and build more muscle which I have struggled with in the past, I've gained so much and I am absolutely delighted with the results. Can't recommend him enough."
- Kathy Salvat
"One of the best strength and conditioning coaches around. I've been a full time athlete for a several of years but since I've started training with Valentino my strength and overall body composition have improved significantly! I'm in the best condition I have ever been thanks to Valentino. 10/10, would recommend to anyone."
- Del Imrie