“My 2 daughters train with Darren every Thursday, doing Strength & Conditioning, which has helped them in losing weight, their agility and general fitness.

I would recommend any parent to let their child join this programme as it is a really friendly group and Darren is really good, friendly strength & conditioning coach”.

Mel Kidd

"I've been training with Darren for 18 months now and I've never looked back! I've trained other places but struggled with back problems and knee problems after ACL surgery, causing constant injuries. Since training with Darren my back has never been better and my knee stronger! I am pushed to my limits in every single session which becomes addictive and does get results. I can't recommend Darren enough he knows his stuff plus its really good crack training up there"

​L. Brett

“I have been going to Darren for a while now, I don't want to be super fit or super thin just a bit more healthy and a bit more fit. I'm so happy with my progress, (I twist a lot) but appreciate what I've accomplished so far with Darren.

I would highly recommend fit2thecore regardless of what you personally would like to achieve. The most important thing to me was Darren has no judgement and made me feel completely comfortable and at ease”

Michelle Cuthbertson

“I have been training at the studio both PT sessions and classes for a couple of months now. It took me a while to get the courage together to contact Darren as I wasn't sure if I had enough confidence to try something new.

The classes are friendly and well structured and the PT sessions are challenging and massively rewarding. Definitely recommend.”

Gillian Collins

“Since I began training with Darren in September, I have had a combination of personal training, shred courses and sports massage.

Although I may not think it at the time, I have really enjoyed my sessions, but most importantly I’m starting to see results and I’m really pleased with how my body starting to look.

Darren is always pushing me to my limit, even when I think I can’t do something he always reassures me that I can!

If you’re looking for a PT in the north-east area, look no further than Fit 2 The Core!”

Jessica Colvin

“I have been attending personal training with Darren for approx 1 year. When I first started I had a TIA, suffered with high blood pressure was grossly overweight and totally unfit. He adapted my training to suit my age and condition and I have lost approx 4 stone, completely changed my body shape and feel fitter now than 30 years ago and have managed to reduce all my medication to a minimum.

Darren has recognised qualifications in all fields of personal training and nutrition. I would definitely recommend Darren if you want personal training by a fully qualified expert in the fitness field”

Ted Lidster

"In the ever growing fitness industry, it's rare when such people stand out the way Darren has in his coaching. I've kept an eye on the way Darren deals with his clients, the way he lives and breathes passion for what he does and also the way he conscientiously deals with both the new starters up to the experienced athletes.

I've done this to learn and develop further in my coaching and also to be inspired into becoming a better version of myself too.

The fitness world needs more trainers and coaches like Darren. If that was the case, the fitness world and the health of the nation would dramatically increase."

A. Myatt - Owner at The Session Station

"Had got myself stuck in a rut effecting me both mentally and physically but eventually kicked my arse into gear and started 1-2-1s with Darren and couldn’t be happier with my results!"

R. Mullen

“Best instructor I've worked with!!! Darren can put you at ease but push you to your limits at the same time. Has years of experience and knows what he is talking about. He has some fantastic programmes and great classes for every age and ability. Highly recommended”.

Sarah Southern

"Darren is amazing at what he does, he has put me at ease yet pushed me to do things i didn't think i could do. I would recommend this place to anyone.... after trying with other PT's he is definitely the best in the business!"

G. Dimmick

I have been training at the studio both PT sessions and classes for a couple of months now. It took me a while to get the courage together to contact Darren as I wasn't sure if I had enough confidence to try something new. The classes are friendly and well structured and the PT sessions are challenging and massively rewarding. Definitely recommend.

Gillian Collins

Great one to one personalised training and small group sessions. I can't speak highly enough about Darren and his fantastic approach to exercise/training. Since training with him I've had no injuries, taken part in and successfully completed running events which I might otherwise have had doubts about, including a 50 miles ultramarathon. No matter what your reason is to get fit I just can't recommend Fit2TheCore highly enough.

Linda Clark

I’ve been going to Darren for about 6 weeks and can highly recommend. I’m feeling stronger already. He has specifically targeted my weak areas to improve my running and prevent injury

Helen Kipling

Would highly recommend Darren, had 4 pt's and already can feel my fitness improving. He knows his stuff and can answer any question you put to him. His workouts are fun but brutal and will get you the results you want

5 Stars

Tracey Watson

Darren is a class instructor works you hard but watches closely for weakness's and at same time makes it a fun torture Highly recommend

Jamie Sowerby Steel

An excellent trainer and motivator who really knows his stuff, I've learnt and changed so much in a relatively short space of time. Can't speak highly enough of Darren and his methods. Highly recommended to anybody at any fitness level

Stephen Gilroy

Started training with Darren 8 weeks ago and not only can I see a change in my body shape but also how fit I'm becoming the hard work is definitely starting to pay off, I would totally recommend Darren to anyone who wants to get fit. Thank you Darren for pushing me past my limits and then some haha.

Vicki Turner

Darren Really knows his stuff, I trust him implicitly. Darren has a way of getting the best out of you, at 43 I never imagined I could achieve what I do each week, Its a massive confidence boost . He's also very funny too.

Julie Bell Forster

Had my first pt session today, absolute killer but really enjoyed it, Darren is brilliant at what he does. Looking forward to seeing results. highly recommend

Lyndsey Hayes

“I'm getting a sports massage every Friday and a personal training session every Wednesday. I must say it's helped me loads.

I used to have lower back problems now they are all gone and physically I feel much better. I recommend Darren, he is very good!”

Andrei Ardelean

“I have had 3 sports massages with Darren and can honestly say long standing aches have disappeared.

His knowledgeable assessment and treatment on problem areas alongside advice on stretching has made me re think my post workout and run stretches. I haven’t had a pain free lower back for a long time so thank you Darren!

Highly recommended Fit2TheCore for sports massage, personal training and fun group sessions.”

Vivienne Watson

“Darren is a first class instructor, finds out exactly what your needs and goals are and engineers a training system to achieve your targets, and a great guy. I also had a sports massage from him, he certainly knows what he is doing and took the time to explain what my injury problems were and how to try and avoid further injuries. Definitely recommend Darren.”

Angela Bell

“First class treatment and just as importantly advice going forward”.

Dave Luke

I was suffering with a long standing shoulder injury and was recomended Darren by a friend. Darren managed to diagnose the issue, gave me some deep tissue massage to the problem area and an exercise plan. Within weeks the injury had cleared up and as yet has yet to return. Couldn't of hoped for a better outcome. Also found Darren very personable to deal with. Highly recommended.

Peter Nixon

I had alot of shoulder problems before trying Darren recommended off a m8 does a great job got me training again properly highly recommended

Graham Chopwell Anderson

Went to see Darren today as I’ve been experiencing hip /quad/inner thigh problems couldn’t recommend him enough he was very helpful. Will definitely keep seeing him

Lauren Forster

Went for a sports massage on Tuesday with problems with my knee explained everything I need to do would recommend to anyone really good and will be back thanks

Davy Watson

I’ve seen Darren a few times now for back and shoulder problems which I’d almost given up hope with as I’d tried lots of places without success and wasting money.

Darren works to your individual needs, has a huge level of knowledge and explains what you need to know in a way that you understand.

From day one I’ve felt comfortable and feel improvement towards my goal.

Sports massage, injury’s, fitness, training, fit 2 the core does it all.

Extremely great opening times as I work shifts and darrens always said if I can’t find a time to book just get in touch.

Really glad I found this place.

Definitely recommend fit 2 the core to anyone.

Michael Winter

I'm getting a sports massage every Friday and a personal training session every Wednesday. I must say it's helped me loads. I used to have lower back problems now they are all gone and physically I feel much better. I recommend Darren, he is very good!

Andrei Ardelean

I had achy shoulder and the pain was radiating down my arm and i couldn’t move my neck cos for some reason it was triggering the pain too. It was a very short notice but Darren fitted us in and I am so grateful for that cos I was in so much discomfort this morning. He did a deep muscle massage and it loosen the knots and spastic muscles mostly on my shoulder muscles, I am not gonna lie it was sore especially when the knots pops but it was worth it. I highly recommend Darren if you need a deep muscle massage.

Lee Anna Espolong Langan

This review is on behalf of my husband who’s been suffering with a ‘bad back’ since mid January. He’s been to other physios but nothing helped… until he went to Darren!

After a thorough consultation, Darren advised what he thought the problem was and started to treat it. He diagnosed issues that hasn’t been mentioned by other practitioners and after just 2 treatments, my husband is starting to feel better and finally, he can see an end in sight!

Darren is extremely knowledgeable and along with treating issues with massage, he can recommend stretches and PT to help avoid reoccurring injuries!

He’s a great find (recommended by a family member who also felt the same about Darren’s treatments). We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him and have done so already, to several people!

Phillipa Rutter