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Future Fit Training welcomes Nathan Bishop to its Ambassador Programme
23 Apr 2025
Nathan Bishop joins Future Fit's Ambassador Programme / Sunderland AFC | Ian Horrocks
We are passionate about showcasing our students discussing their real experiences, from training with us to working in the industry. Our Ambassador Programme was born from this ethos, creating a space to share our community’s real stories and inspire the next generation of health and wellbeing professionals. Our collaboration with Nathan highlights the growing importance of career development and accredited education, whether you are taking your first steps into the fitness industry or looking to future-proof your career beyond elite sport.
Bishop’s football journey began with Southend United’s academy, where he made 39 first-team appearances as a teenager. In 2020, he earned a transfer to Manchester United, marking a significant step in his career. Since then, he's made over 100 first team appearances across the English Football League, developed his style of play and competed against some big names. Now, Nathan is looking to progress even further, this time through education. The importance of physical health and improved recovery is growing across elite sport, which is why Nathan is looking at future-proofing his career beyond football and is investing in his formal education to build a future career beyond the pitch.
For many professional footballers, the transition beyond their playing career can present significant challenges, particularly for those not pursuing roles in coaching or management. Recognising this, Nathan is taking a considered and proactive approach by gaining recognised qualifications that will support his long-term ambitions. While he is still in the prime of his sporting career, investing in education now allows him to build a strong foundation for the future, expanding his knowledge while gradually establishing and growing his business.
Nathan expressed his excitement about joining the programme, saying, “After one of the toughest and most difficult periods in my career to date with my first long term injury in football, nothing interested me more than learning about the human body and its incredible ability to repair and perform. In my search to improve my knowledge, I found the most elite and high-performance company in Future Fit and being part of this programme will allow to me to further my education, better my performance, provide insights for others around me and broaden my horizons for when football is finished! In life, timing is everything, and I found Future Fit just in time! I am delighted to be part of such an incredible opportunity to learn, to grow and to develop with the best in the business!”
Hazel Goudie, Head of Teaching and Learning at Future Fit said, “Welcoming Nathan as a Future Fit Training Ambassador is an exciting collaboration. Our goal is always to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to thrive and flourish in their chosen area of the sector. Nathan is the perfect opportunity to showcase the support and encouragement Future Fit offers already successful professionals to help achieve their career goals and aspirations.”
To learn more about Future Fit’s range of courses supporting career development in health and fitness, visit our website - Personal Trainer, Nutrition & Pilates Courses - Future Fit.
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Key personnel
Rob Johnson, founder & CEO
Elaine Briggs, chief education & partnerships officer
Tom Godwin, group operations director
Lewis Thompson, head of business development
Jamie-Lee Bowden, client success manager
Jack Currie, technical solutions manager
Elaine Briggs, chief education & partnerships officer
Tom Godwin, group operations director
Lewis Thompson, head of business development
Jamie-Lee Bowden, client success manager
Jack Currie, technical solutions manager
Key customers
We’ve worked with some of the most prominent organisations in the UK, including Active Partnerships, NHS Trusts and Public and Private Leisure Operators such as:
• GLL
• David Lloyd
• Total Fitness
• LED Leisure
• Everlast Gyms
• GM Active
• GLL
• David Lloyd
• Total Fitness
• LED Leisure
• Everlast Gyms
• GM Active
Plans for the next 12 months
We’re continually working to strengthen our offering to both the physical activity industry and in new areas, so as ever our focus will remain on adding value to the sectors we support with pioneering education.
We’re proud of the work we’ve done so far to empower the wider public health workforce and we’ll continue to create ways to improve the health of the nation.
We’re proud of the work we’ve done so far to empower the wider public health workforce and we’ll continue to create ways to improve the health of the nation.
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Testimonial
"Many companies talk of a partnership approach but not that many actually deliver and walk the walk. Future Fit has exceeded GM Active’s expectations in this regard and as a result, together we have created some innovative and groundbreaking programmes.
"Their L&D expertise is second to none and their technical ability is inspiring. Genuine people, with a passion for the industry and a burning desire to serve the sector and contribute.
A role model company for others to learn from in my opinion."
– Andy King, CEO, GM Active
"Their L&D expertise is second to none and their technical ability is inspiring. Genuine people, with a passion for the industry and a burning desire to serve the sector and contribute.
A role model company for others to learn from in my opinion."
– Andy King, CEO, GM Active
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