Shani first made the Great Britain Athletics Team aged 17 and went on to represent Great Britain for over 11 years. Her accomplishments include competing in the 100m and 4x100m relay at the 2000 Sydney Olympics and winning a bronze medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games.

Shani holds two national titles in the 200m and currently coaches athletics, including Commonwealth and European Silver medallist, Jade Johnson.

In addition to her own training, Shani has become a REPS level 3 qualified Personal Trainer, a UK Athletics certified athletics coach (level 2) and a British Amateur Weightlifting Leaders Association coach. She is able to combine her training skills as a former athlete with her knowledge as a Personal Trainer to develop specific and challenging sessions for her clients. Her clients see results quickly and are able to incorporate her training techniques long term.

´´Since I started working in the city four years ago, exercise slowly disappeared from my schedule. I am proud to report that after working with Shani over the last few months I have regained my motivation and have prioritised my personal fitness. I have been impressed with the results. Not only do I have more energy, but my overall strength has also increased exponentially.   

Shani clearly prepares for my training sessions. Every training session is different and more challenging than the last. I actually look forward to my weekly training sessions! Shani has a positive and high-energy approach that keeps me going far beyond my expectations. Shani is incredibly generous with her time.  I never feel rushed during my training sessions. She will even spend extra time with me if it means my technique will improve or to give me training ideas for the rest of the week.´´ ­ J. Hill

´´I had been going to gyms for the past 10 years or so, but never really pushed myself hard, and consequently the results were insignificant.  When Shani started her personal training in the gym in our apartment block, I decided that perhaps it was time to get some coaching in how to utilise the equipment properly, and also have someone challenge me and force me to push my body harder.  My overall goal was to improve my general fitness, tone my muscles, work on my posture, and if I could lose weight in the process then that would be a bonus.  I have been working out with Shani for the past 6 weeks, and have found her to be extremely knowledgeable in all matters of fitness and health thanks to her past experience as an elite athlete and coach. 

The sessions were never boring, as she varied the workouts, and altered them to cater to any injuries or muscle soreness.  She was extremely motivating and supportive, which made it easier to stay enthused and focused. At the end of the 6 weeks I feel I have achieved my goals - my muscles have toned considerably, my waist, leg and chest measurements have improved, I have lost a few pounds, but most importantly I have gained the confidence and enthusiasm to continue to challenge myself in the gym.  Thanks Shani´´ – P. McMahon

´´I trained with Shani for six weeks and really noticed dramatic results! The programmes were hard but she is fun, so it isn't as painful as it should be. That said, I could always feel the burn for a few days after we trained. I enjoy running and spin, but found it easier to motivate myself to do weights under Shani's guidance. She is great at writing up programmes, following your progress and keeping you motivated. She also has an extensive knowledge of how the body works, and therefore works on your posture, stretching and can even help with dietary tips. All in all, it is an investment in your health and well-being and therefore worth every penny´´ - Shani Halstead

´´I took personal training lessons from Shani for a cumulative four and a half months. She was a big help in my achieving the goal of getting rid of ten unwanted pounds. It was always a pleasure to train with her. I found her to be very knowledgeable about various exercises, their benefits and the human body. In my sessions with her, I found that she was very observant of my physical condition and capacity on that day and adjusted the routine for that session accordingly. However, at the same time she made sure that I pushed myself to reach levels I would never have thought I could achieve. Her routines were varied and never boring.´´ – Malti Mathur

Laura competed on the Great Britain Judo Team for over 10 years before becoming a Miss Universe Runner Up in the Miss Fitness Category at the age of 37. She has over 25 years experience as a Nutritionist and Personal Trainer and her clients have achieved amazing results with her healthy eating plan. These results are improved when the eating plan is used in conjunction with exercise. Laura’s clients include office workers, models, premiership footballers, athletes, housewives

´´The only proven long-term method of managing your weight is through healthy eating and exercise .... fad-dieting usually produces mediocre short-term results and in some cases can be quite harmful to your body. My healthy eating plan enables you to take charge of your weight to achieve the results that you want and keep it that way! You will feel healthier, more energised and more mentally alert. Healthy eating can also help you manage certain illnesses and gives you a whole new lease on life´´.

Laura´s nutrition consultations last up to two hours and during which she will analyse your lifestyle, take bodily measurements, break down your current eating habits and look at your health and fitness goals. Then based on these findings, Laura then gives you a tailor-made healthy eating plan with meal ideas with a full explanation of how to incorporate the plan into your daily routine. Laura has achieved amazing results.

´´My name is Jade Goodwin. I’m age 14 and have always had trouble losing weight. I have tried all different diets they worked but then the weight just seemed to pile on again. I have been bullied at school and so for all those children out there suffering with weight problems and bulling I can understand how hard it is for you. I had no confidence and hated what I looked like id never even wear shorts, I self harmed has I was just hating life and feeling uncomfortable with how I looked.

I was then told about Laura Church and thought I would give it ago. Coming away from first meeting Laura I had a positive mind about my new healthy lifestyle and couldn’t wait to start training and making a proper go of this. I started in April 2008. Laura took my measurements and weight on the first meeting so she could work out an eating plan for me. Which is easy and simple to follow and you don’t feel hungry at all throughout it.  

Since April I have lost 21 inches and 22 lbs and the weight and inches are still falling off me. I have so much more confidence, I feel a lot healthier, have a lot more energy and look forward to going to Laura’s every week. During my sessions I always feel very welcome and comfortable around her. Laura and her team are all very encouraging, supportive, friendly, and a great laugh. I always aim to try and beat my records and even if it’s just by the 1, I always have a positive mind when leaving my workout sessions at Laura’s. This is one thing in life I will never regret doing it has been a brilliant change to my life.  

Give Laura a call today her passion for fitness and helping people to have a happier and healthier lifestyle comes from her heart and I am sure she would be more than happy to help you as well.´´

´´Hi Laura, I just wanted to write an email to say thank you for helping me with my nutrition. It has made such a difference to my performance in athletics. Before I got your diet I was always getting injured, feeling exhausted all the time and never seemed to gain muscles. You taught me that I had to eat regularly and eat the right things to fuel my body. This hasn't only made a difference to my injuries and performance, but it has changed my body shape and appearance, I look strong and toned. Your nutritional diet has made me feel so much healthier and more alert through the day!! So thank you so much! You have made some amazing changes in my sport.´´
– Lucy Boggis (Tempest from Gladiators)