About Andy

My name is Andrew and I will be your coach and leader, supporting you and helping you achieve your goals throughout your journey with us.

I have a proven track record in helping people better themselves, both from a health and wellbeing perspective and from a professional and academic background.



Background & Interests

- I enjoy all aspects of strength and conditioning.
- Hiking, trail running, mountain biking, SUP, kayaking, surfing, snowboarding…basically anything outdoors that gets your heart racing.
- Nutrition and performance
- Functional and movement training.
- Calisthenics



Experience

- 10 years experience working in the leisure industry as a fitness instructor, class coach, personal trainer and fitness suite manager.

- 2 years experience delivering exercise referral programs helping people reverse conditions such as diabetes and manage their health and wellbeing following illness and disease, helping them live more independent lifestyles.

- 5 years experience volunteering as a sports coach, supporting the senior and university American Football teams based in South Wales.

- 3 years experience as an assistant coach at The Green Mile Movement delivering challenging but fun classes to groups.



Accomplishments

- Climbed Kilimanjaro.
- Completed the Wales Coastal Path.
- Ten Y fan
- Competed in UKBFF body building competitions.
- Selected for GB Universities American Football Team.

  • Andy leading a fitness session on Caerphilly mountain

    plan and deliver sessions that are challenging and fun, helping you progress to your goal in an inclusive environment.

  • Andy coaching body weght exercises

    always eager to critique form and minimise injury without being judgmental.

  • Andy leading a powerbag rucking session on Caerphilly mountain

    leading from the front and providing motivation and encouragement at all times.

Our Mission

We exist to help people move, grow, and feel alive again.
Wild Rise is more than a bootcamp — it’s a community built on courage, consistency, and nature.