Christian de Stoop

About Christian.

Hi, I'm Christian, the owner and director of Vision Personal Training St Ives.

I have 13 years of experience in the fitness industry, and for the last three years, I've added being an AIPT mentor under my belt. Outside the gym, you'll find me enjoying activities like running, practising Yoga, playing tennis, and diving into strength training.

What inspired you to get into the Fitness Industry?

My journey into the fitness world was sparked by my personal trainer when I was 19. Witnessing her remarkable 80-kilo weight loss, life transformation, and genuine love for her job inspired me to pursue a similar path. Right after university, I instantly enrolled in Personal Training studies.

What do you love about your job?

Whenever I help someone quite literally transform their body and their life, I always feel humbled that I was able to be a significant part of that journey. Knowing the impact you, as a personal trainer, are able to have and the relationships you develop is incredibly rewarding.

Why did you partner with AIPT?

In my commitment to fostering long-term success for personal trainers, I decided to partner with AIPT. I believe that true fulfilment in this career comes not only from financial success but also from enjoying a sustained and meaningful professional journey. Having worked full-time in the industry for 13 years, plus owning a successful business, allows me to play a significant role in mentoring new trainers and be a positive change in the trend.