Fun fitness for the over forties

Tankerton Slopes, Whitstable

To motivate and inspire you, classes take place in the lovely setting of Tankerton Slopes, Whitstable, with panoramic views over the sea towards both Herne Bay and Sheppey

These sessions are for all abilities* and include functional movements - bending, stretching, lifting, pushing, pulling and puffing!

Tankerton Parish Social Hall

During the winter (the wet, cold windy days) we move into the local Parish Social Hall at 15a Castle Road CT5 2DY



Ted Bassett-Myers

Delivered by certified level 4 personal trainer Ted Bassett-Myers, supported by a team of excellent fitness coaches, the sessions are each 45 minutes. Every session includes a warm-up, mobility, stretching, strength and cardiovascular fitness to give you a balanced workout at an appropriate level to suit you

Ted is an experienced trainer having worked in the fitness industry for over forty years. Having run his own gym, he understands that fitness is not just about exercise. You will receive advice on diet & nutrition, lifestyle and all the latest information from the world of health and wellness

Ted’s enthusiasm, knowledge and experience will guarantee you receive excellent advice and first class instruction each and every time

“I love helping people improve their health, to feel fitter and form habits that enhance your life making it more enjoyable. Most of all I look forward to seeing all my clients achieve their goals.”

Ava Parvin-Taylor

My name is Ava, I live in Whitstable, and have been working in the Fitness Industry for 13 years; my typical working week is a mixture of Personal Training sessions and Freestyle Fitness Yoga Classes, both of which are available in person and online, details can be found at www.avapt.co.uk.

I believe it’s vital to stay fit and healthy in body and mind throughout all stages of life. In an industry where anyone can put on a tracksuit and call themselves a personal trainer, I take my own training and professional development seriously. In addition to my fitness qualifications, I have just completed a course in Skilled Helping & Counselling Skills as much of my work involves supporting my clients on their journey to better health and well-being.

Keeping active is the key to a longer and more fulfilling life. Fitness yoga helps to achieve this. Keeping supple and maintaining strong joints and muscles benefits everyone especially as we age. Also, the chance to unwind and calm the mind is something we all need in today’s hectic life.

I pride myself that my Fitness Yoga sessions have a warm, friendly, welcoming and non-exclusive atmosphere which I know is valued. It’s particularly important to me that my participants have fun and leave my sessions smiling, energised and with a sense of accomplishment.



Kate Slee

Kate is passionate about fitness and wellbeing and has enjoyed playing a variety of sports throughout her life. For the past twenty years, she has participated in Triathlons all around Europe. Kate is enthusiastic about working with others to achieve their health and fitness goals. She is a level 3 Personal Trainer and holds a qualification in Leadership in Running Fitness, in addition to being a Ride Leader.

Through her small local group WHITFIT, she runs a circuit based fitness class on a Sunday morning, and a running group on a Wednesday evening…new participants are always welcome!



Kit Wilkes-French

Kit Wilkes-French is an Advanced Level 3 Personal Trainer and Swimming Instructor, with over 15 years’ experience in the fitness industry.

Her love of fitness and keen interest in health and nutrition helps her train people of all fitness levels to the best of their ability either in her Whitstable home gym studio, at client’s homes or outdoors.



Kit also specialises in pre and postnatal exercise tuition. Get fit with Kit!