Testimonials
I have known Bob for many years but its been through the last 6/7 years that I got to know him well when we worked together on a build up campaign for a Pan American Games which I was selected to play squash for my country of birth Brazil.
Bob's innovative approach to training was most enjoyable and very effective as I came back from the Games with a bronze medal out of a very competitive high level field.
Bob not only understood what it takes physically to achieve good results but he was able to keep me motivated and focused. In future campaigns I would not hesitate to work with him again.
Flavia Roberts
Brazilian international squash player
Bob, I would like to thank you for all your hard work and encouragement you have given to the Hampshire players and myself in particular. I appreciate how much time and effort you have put into our training schedules and all the care you have taken with us. They have really paid dividends.
I have really enjoyed your training sessions during the many years I have worked with you and they have been without doubt a great help to me throughout my Hampshire and England career. Many thanks again Bob.
Robin Smith
Hampshire and England Cricketer
Since Bob started his coaching at the club he has encouraged and enthused both youngsters and adults alike. His innovative coaching methods have been warmly received and positive comments abound from those beginning their squash playing days to rejuvenated senior players and those of county standard. Whether it is the simplest of squash drills, movement exercises, or a thought provoking talk on the game. Bob has excellent communication skills and always manages to get his message across to his eager students.
I look forward to Bobs’ involvement with the club in the future and am positive that many more players will benefit from his valuable experience in coaching and encouraging words of wisdom.
Brian Robertson : Club Manager
Portsmouth Squash Club
Bob,
Thank you so much for all your help this year. Your sessions have been brilliant. It is amazing how much everyone has progressed.
Thanks for everything.
Southampton University Squash Club
I can honestly say that Bob Beattie has been a true inspiration to me. Personal fitness has always seemed a chore but now I look forward to my regular training sessions. As an individual who had tried (and failed) at almost every gym in the area, I am delighted at the progress that I have made and would recommend anyone who would like to put back quality fitness into their life to follow my experience.
Martin Ward
Managing Director West Country Fires
The final two years of my professional cricket career were two of my very best, and I have no hesitation in saying that the work on the squash courts and guidance and extra wisdom of Bob Beattie has played a gigantic part in that.
Mark Nicholas
Hampshire cricket captain and T.V presenter
To Bob.
It's so appropriate that my highest first class innings bat goes to you as a small token for the support and work you did with me throughout my year at Hampshire.
Matt Hayden
Australia opening batsman
Bob in my opinion has given me a new lease of life.I currently run my own business and life at times can be a little stressful. To cope with this stress I have found exercise and squash. I always hated the thought of going to the gym as it always seemed like too much hard work and I have always been a little self conscious about the way I looked any how, with these two things coupled with the fact that my motivation for exercise was non-existent I really needed help. Then I found Bob, firstly as a squash coach as I had taken up the sport and wanted tuition in the game, Bob really knows his stuff and from what I can gather has adopted his own unique way of coaching due to his vast wealth of knowledge in the sport. Then I found out Bob was also a fitness coach, and after I had got rid any old exercise gremlins I took the plunge and Bob became my personal trainer as well.
As with the squash Bobs knowledge in fitness is fantastic and he also has his own style of fitness coaching, I am sure the ethos of Bobs work is the same for everyone but he adapts it to suit the individuals needs. Ok I am a realist and on occasions fitness and agility exercise is hard work but the benefits outweigh any negatives and I feel mentally and physically stronger. In general Bobs motivation and knowledge has empowered me to be a more healthy and stronger individual. Recently I went on the annual ski trip, on previous trips I found I could not do as much as I wanted as my legs would not let me due to the pain, not ache but pain around my quads.
The training Bob has done with me meant for the first time in years I could appreciate the skiing as my legs and fitness were much stronger and fitter. It was the best skiing I have ever done. With great thanks to Bob
Steve Badger
Care home manager