Meet The Exert Fitness Team

Russell Smith

As Director of Exert Fitness, Russell brings over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry, with a successful background in personal training and health club management. A highly respected and established coach, Russell is known for his honest, no-nonsense approach to fitness, focusing on realistic, sustainable methods that deliver outstanding physical and mental results.

Russell's coaching style combines old-school work ethic with practical, results-driven programming, helping members of all ages and abilities achieve their goals. Alongside running popular classes and mentoring clients, Russell has an impressive sporting background, having represented rugby at international level and competed as a professional MMA fighter. Today, he continues to challenge himself through boxing, grappling, and strength training, while creating innovative fitness challenges that keep the Exert community motivated, engaged, and striving for more.

Director | Personal Trainer

Jade Smith

With over 18 years of experience in the health, fitness, and education sectors, Jade brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Exert Fitness. Alongside her work as a Personal Trainer and Group Exercise Instructor, Jade is a qualified Physical Education and Additional Learning Needs teacher. She specialises in women's personal training and delivering engaging fitness classes for children aged 5-16, as well as a variety of adult group sessions. Passionate about sport, health, and wellbeing, Jade is a keen netball player who enjoys all aspects of training and helping others build confidence, fitness, and lifelong healthy habits.

Personal Trainer | Group Exercise Instructor | PE Teacher
Sports Massage Therapist

Jack Morris

Jack is a highly qualified Sports Massage Therapist who studied at university to pursue his profession and has since dedicated himself to continually expanding his knowledge and expertise. Passionate about ongoing professional development, Jack is always looking to add new skills and techniques to better support his clients' recovery, performance, and wellbeing. His extensive education, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence have established him as a trusted practitioner and a true expert in his field.

Check out Jack on his instagram @jtreat_

Personal Trainers in Abercarn

Aaron Edwards

Aaron has been involved in fitness and training for most of his life, developing a wealth of practical experience across a range of disciplines. Specialising in functional training, strength and conditioning, and online coaching, Aaron works with clients of all abilities to help them build strength, improve performance, and achieve sustainable results. His personalised approach ensures every programme is tailored to individual goals and lifestyles.

Personal Trainer

Tom Foley

Tom is an experienced Personal Trainer with a diverse background in fitness and sport. Having worked on cruise ships around the world, Tom was responsible for delivering fitness and leisure programmes to a wide range of clients, refining his coaching skills in a variety of settings. With a passion for all things health and fitness, combined with his experience as a keen rugby player, Tom brings energy, knowledge, and motivation to every session, helping clients reach their full potential.

Personal Trainer
Tattoo Artist

Mollie Young

Based at Exert Fitness, Mollie is a talented tattoo artist with several years of experience creating beautiful, bespoke artwork for her clients. Known for her precision, creativity, and attention to detail, Mollie specialises in fine line tattoos, florals, delicate and intricate designs, illustrative artwork, dainty and tiny tattoos, nature-inspired pieces, animal portraits, pet portraits, microrealism, and highly detailed custom work.

Mollie works closely with every client to bring their ideas to life, creating meaningful pieces that are both personal and unique. Her passion for tattoo artistry, combined with her exceptional technical skill and artistic vision, has earned her a reputation for producing stunning, high-quality tattoos that clients are proud to wear for life.

If you would like to book Mollie for a Tattoo click here or view her instagram at @moll_tattoos