Coach Lydia
Personal Training For Women
Client Testimonials

Lydia is an outstanding personal trainer—I can't recommend her enough! She goes above and beyond by taking the time to understand my personal needs, crafting tailored plans that are spot-on. She is able to adapt when circumstances changes and she never misses a beat. Not only is she incredibly positive and motivational, but she's also been an invaluable mentor throughout my journey towards physical and mental self-improvement.

Coach Lydia is epic and would 100% recommend. She has improved my confidence not only in strength training but also in my day to day life. She worked with me to build a realistic exercise routine, and educated me on self improvement and empowering myself. After just a few weeks I felt like I could take on the world!!

I had an absolutely amazing time working with Lydia. She is thoughtful and motivating and not only is passionate about your growth but also helps you to be passionate about it too. She helps to really align your workouts to what you want to achieve and helps to make sure they're easy enough so that you aren't tempted to give up!

I came to Lydia for help with my strength training, and it's one of the best decisions I've made in the last few years. She's not just an amazing personal trainer, but a genuinely fantastic person whose energy stays with you long after you've left the gym. During sessions, she's completely present and focused, a great hype girl and incredibly knowledgable. She got me to slow down and really focus on each movement, listen to my body and celebrate the small wins. It hasn't just increased my enjoyment of working out, it has also helped me become more present in other areas of my life. Working through some of the personal development tasks with her has made me bolder and more confident, but also much more aware of my need for rest, and it has allowed me to prioritise myself in a way that I hadn't been able to before. In the past I had been a little wary of working with a personal trainer because of issues surrounding food and body image I have had in the past. Lydia made me feel incredibly safe and supported, and approached the topic with a lot of sensitivity. If you are looking for a personal trainer (in Dunedin or online) that will transform not just your body, but your relationship to yourself, Lydia is your girl. I feel incredibly blessed to have met her, and I cannot recommend her enough!

Lydia is amazing! She has been instrumental in helping me get fit at my own pace. With her personalised approach and focus on integrating exercise into daily life. She's an exceptional online personal trainer. Highly recommend!

I cannot recommend Coach Lydia at The Badass Collective enough! As a Personal Trainer in Dunedin, she goes above and beyond in her dedication to empowering women, especially entrepreneurs and women in business, through her holistic approach to personal development coaching and strength training. From the moment I walked into The Badass Collective, I felt a surge of positivity and motivation. Coach Lydia's vibrant energy and genuine passion for her work create an incredibly welcoming environment. As a female personal trainer, she understands the unique challenges women face in their personal and professional lives, and tailors her coaching to address those specific needs. Her expertise in strength training is exceptional, and she customizes each workout to suit individual fitness levels and goals. Not only does she focus on physical well-being, but she also incorporates mindfulness and a holistic approach to ensure overall well-being. What sets Coach Lydia apart is her deep understanding of the demands and pressures faced by entrepreneurs and women in business. She seamlessly blends personal development coaching with physical training, allowing us to overcome mental barriers while achieving our fitness goals. Her guidance has been invaluable in my journey to achieving a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. If you're looking for a top-notch female personal trainer who understands the needs of women in business and values holistic well-being, please consider Coach Lydia at The Badass Collective. She will elevate your fitness journey to a whole new level, both physically and mentally. Thank you, Coach Lydia, for being an extraordinary trainer, mentor and friend!

I was incredibly lucky to be blessed crossing paths with Lydia. I had been wanting to get back to the gym for a while, but didn't have the motivation! I've seen a few trainers in my life that have been great, however Lydia was next level. I felt incredibly inspired, by her holistic approach, meeting goals, mindset theory as well as ensuring I had the correct technique which is so important! I felt like I was really engaging my muscles like Ild never felt before! I could feel them working! If you are looking for a personal trainer in Dunedin, then stop looking! Lydia is your woman! Thanks for making me feel confident with my programs and getting back into the gym life! You have a special touch that's for sure!

I started my journey with Coach Lydia back in January, my main focus when starting out was to get a Pull Up unaided, I was training elsewhere and was getting frustrated that I couldn't achieve this goal. So I knew I needed help to get there. The Badass Collective is for busy women (me) to grow and get stronger in every way and I have definitely got much stronger and grown in my training and mindset. Coach Lydia is a Pull Up Expert and Female Calisthenics Coach, so I knew I was in the right place to achieve my goal! I have never been to a Personal Trainer before so I was definitely apprehensive at first but I am so glad I made the decision to go! Throughout my journey with The Badass Collective I have been able to grow in strength both mentally and physically with guidance, in a safe and body positive environment. I have developed my attention to great form, nutrition, gym journalling and building in the importance of mindset and confidence into training- a game changer! Coach Lydia programmes specific and achievable training programmes to achieve your goals, whilst keeping it fun and you accountable. Tailoring them as you progress to build strength and reach those PB's! You CAN achieve your goals and knock them out of the park! Coach Lydia will definitely get you there! I really enjoy my sessions, they are friendly, fun, engaging and energising and I leave with a badass attitude to achieve more and more. Highly recommend! P.S. I achieved my goal and so much more. Give it a go, you won't regret it! Thank you Lydia :) 'Where your mind goes, your body follows' Eleanor :)

I can't thank Lydia, from Badass Collective, enough. Her guidance in the realm of Personal Development and training has been invaluable. From the moment I started, she provided me with the essential tools and motivation to kickstart my journey towards a healthier lifestyle. Her expertise has led me to reevaluate my health, habits, and mindset. Even after 4 weeks of working with her, I can already see a significant improvement in my well-being. If you're looking to make positive changes with a Female Online Personal Trainer and want to get started on a path to better health, I highly recommend her services!

Lydia is a top tier coach that provides amazing training cues and considers all aspects of your life when crafting a workout plan. She provided the support and intensity I needed to get fit and ready for my wedding. Lydia is also a master at making you show up to your practice in a mindful way, to help you stay on top and reflect in a positive way on where you can grow. Thanks for being such a fabulous human and I'm sure I'll work with you again soon to level up 💪

Lydia is a dedicated, personable and extremely knowledgable coach and personal trainer! She guided me through the process of achieving crossfit and calisthenics goals with such guidance, support and encouragement. In our short time together Lydia not only suggested amazing cues, but also provided extra information and coach pieces I could incorporate in my own time. Lydia has helped me feel independent and confident in the gym, and I love her vibe, she makes her clients feel right at home during her sessions

Lydia is an incredibly knowledgeable, supportive and FUN personal trainer! She has a depth of knowledge around strength training, calisthenics, bodyweight training and personal growth. A great coach who is effectively helping me reach my fitness goals while having lots of laughs along the way.

I have worked with Lydia both personally and in group when she and Sam ran a fitness and wellness workshop at my workplace. Lydia offers personalised coaching and she makes sure you feel comfortable sharing your goals, strengths and weaknesses no matter what your fitness level is. I never had any problems communicating with her, all of my questions are answered, all feedbacks are prompt and super useful in helping me achieve my fitness goals. The workshop at my company was a success and lots of positive feedbacks received from the participants I highly recommend Lydia as a coach.

Lydia is an amazing coach and really helped me out at the beginning of my fitness journey with the development of good technique and building strength. She is super enthusiastic and encouraging and cares deeply about the progress of her clients. If you're looking for a Personal Trainer in Dunedin, Lydia should be your go to!

Lydia was fantastic! She was so knowledgeable and well prepared going into the session. Very encouraging female personal trainer who has a clear wealth of knowledge in gymnastics and strength training. Couldn't recommend her highly enough!

Lydia helped me with my personal development and I loved having her as a coach. Being in the right mindset was key for me and Lydia made it fun and enjoyable to train, she is super motivating and encouraging! Lydia helped me get my first ever bar muscle up and also helped me reach my strength training goals. If motivation, flexibility, and a personal approach is what your looking for in a PT, Lydia is the perfect person.

Lydia is a friendly person who genuinely cares and enjoys helping others to reach their fitness goals. She has loads of tips for better health and she's also a mean aaas cook. x

Lydia is not your run of the mill coach and personal trainer - she takes the personal part to a whole new level! I've had the pleasure to be coached by her several years ago and not only has she way to relay movement knowledge in an easy to understand way, she's also an amazing coach when it comes to mindset and growth in general. Physical training requires a lot of mental training too and you couldn't find a better coach to help you with both. If you're Dunedin based and can work with her in person, I would give her bell quick smart :)

Lydia has knowledge, personality, down to earth chillness, and great hair! She will always be my Lydistar!

Lydia is amazing, she's completely changed my life! Her personal training is like nothing I've ever experienced, Lydia is teaching me how to do things properly with amazing attention and care, and helping me follow my own goals which is super nice rather than being pushed into doing other things which I'm totally not comfortable with like I have been in the past. She trains with such wonderful compassion and makes me feel totally comfortable and confident in my ability, and doesn't make me feel pathetic for my inabilities. Her personal development program is amazing, I needed to be held accountable for not looking after myself how I should and she does this in such a gentle and encouraging way, helping me change my life and focus on myself in a really sustainable way, so that I engrain what she's teaching as new habits rather than a passing fad like every program in the past has made me feel. I totally can not recommend Lydia enough, she's a beautiful human inside and out 💘

Lydia came into my life by chance at a time where exercise wasn't a priority for me, I had convinced myself I didn't have time for it. She helped me to realise the importance of making time for myself and allowing myself to be a priority. She encouraged me to start small and has designed programs for me that are achievable and easy to fit into my schedule. Lydia's down to earth and empathetic nature made me feel at ease from the moment I met her. She has so much knowledge that she teaches in a way that is easy to understand and put into practice. If you're looking for a way to introduce exercise back into your life or just looking for a new approach, I highly recommend you get in touch with Lydia!

Lydia is a great coach. She was just what I needed to get me motivated to get fit. I didn't want to go to a gym and had very little equipment at home. Lydia listened to what I needed and set up a great program perfect for me. I love her positive attitude and constant support. She gave me a new mindset and confidence to challenge myself. I was absolutely amazed with my results.

Lydia is like a Mindset Mentor and a Personal Trainer mixed together 😀 We only had a couple of coffee catch-ups but she gave me some very helpful personal development advice that I still remember. And those calisthenics workouts together wow... I have to tell she knows how to improve your strength, fitness. If you're in Dunedin and need the help of a down to earth, kind PT, my recommendation is don't wait, just make the first step and talk to her. She is great.

Lydia's workouts are always fun and creative, I'm constantly learning new ways to move and get stronger, her knowledge is endless! Her passion and attitude is infectious and encourages me to always be the best version of me. Hearing about her own personal growth is so inspiring, but her genuine care and excitement for her client's own development is what makes her one of the BEST!

Lydia has been instrumental in helping kickstart my personal development through her online coaching. She is empathetic and really listens to understand. Her support has helped me to begin to build back strength mentally and physically. I really enjoy the use of calisthenics because it makes working out flexible. I highly recommend Lydia to people who want to build strength and confidence in themselves but aren't sure where to start.

Lydia is one hell of a Calisthenics Personal Trainer. Lydia was my coach for many years and she helped me in achieving my development goals such as levelling up my STRENGTH training and CONFIDENCE and I always loved our sessions! She made each and every session fun, and she is so motivating and supportive of ALL her clients. It's a rarity to find a Personal Trainer who you gel so well with and who genuinely cares about you and your growth, and she would go above and beyond to help me out because she has this amazing, caring nature and she really wants (and does!) to do right by you. If you are looking for a Dunedin based Personal Trainer who is understanding, personable, FUN, challenging and will educate you like no other - hit up this epic human, and you won't be disappointed! Miss you girl!

Looking for a personal trainer in Dunedin? Lydia is definitely who I'd recommend. Her energy, dedication and passion for health and fitness is inspiring and reflected in every class she takes. She constantly goes above and beyond to check-in and assist clients reach their goals.

Coach Lydz was an awesome person to work with! Background in multiple sports gave the training's an awesome spin and was really fun! Awesome to have the mental health side worked on as well, with Lydia leading and showing the way! Made it easy to work on the habits and lifestyle outside of the gym with the support, thanks Lydz g !

Lydia is one of those personal trainers who will motivate you effortlessly to become not just fitter and healthier, but also simply a better you. Her enthusiasm for personal growth and development is contagious, so be prepared. She strongly believes in a holistic approach to fitness, not only strengthening the body (through calisthenics) but the mind as well. Because she is growing herself, you will find her approach positive, encouraging and most of all, non-judgemental. She will understand your ups and down, and know how to support you through that. So if you Dunedin based, don't hesitate to holla her.

Lydia has been one of the best personal trainers I have ever had!! No joke, when I had hit a brick wall with my training and mindset, she came in as a big ball of energy to hype me up, show me alternative fitness styles such as calisthenics and crossfit, and created for me a personalised plan that smashed me out every session! I have been blessed to have had her here in Wellington before she went down south to become a Dunedin Personal Trainer. I am severely jealous of everyone getting to utilise her services there. From my time with her, she introduced me to better weight and cardio form, led me to achieve crazy strength goals as well as all-round increased fitness. I earned a friend working with her and she not only enriched my physical but also my personal development. She's one badass lady and I would 100/100 recommend her to everyone - no matter the size/colour/race/sexual orientation! X

What more can I say, Lydia is an amazing, caring and knowledgeable coach. Whatever your goal she works with you to reach it. Whether it be with calisthenics (which she specialises in) or general health and fitness, she can do it all. Highly recommend ✌️

This wonderful lady has a wealth of experience, knowledge and expertise. I met her through CrossFit and watching her beat her personal bests consistently was inspiring and she was easily the most driven person in the group. Even now she continues to inspire as she has the most amazing ethic and perspectives on life to motivate you, inspire you and help your focus remain optimistic!!! Highly Recommend :) :)

Best personal trainer in Dunedin! Have done both in person and online personal tailored programs with Lydia and always get real results! Highly recommended!

Lydia has amazing energy, passion and knowledge! Fitness guru !!