I'm nervous about walking into a gym
“Terrified, nervous and sick, but hopeful this might be the thing for me.”Nicole, on her first visit. She now deadlifts 85kg
Small group personal training Rainham, Gillingham Coaching the person in front of us.
Not the group around them. A coach runs every session at our gym on Station Road, Rainham, with a handful of people training and every exercise adjusted to suit you.
5.0 from 55 Google reviews50+ sessions a weekCoaching since 2016
01 · The idea
Tony started coaching in a wooden shed in his garden. Ten years later Top Condition has its own gym on Station Road, four coaches and members who have trained here for over a decade. The idea hasn't changed: a coach who knows your name, your niggles and your numbers, in a session small enough to notice when your form slips.
Tony Cottenden, founder. A PE officer in the prison service until 2016.02 · Is it for me?
Is Top Condition right for me?
If you want to get stronger with a coach beside you, it probably is. Plenty of our members started out nervous, busy or carrying an injury.
I think I'm too old to start
“It's definitely given me my confidence back.”Jez, 63, after a knee replacement
I live with a health condition
“Without Tony and the coaches I wouldn't be able to do what I can do.”Louise, who has MS. Twelve years with Tony
My knees and joints hurt
“My left knee especially was probably in line for a knee replacement. I have no pain and no limitations to walk in or exercise now.”Alison, 60
I don't have the time
“The sessions are fun, challenging and really motivating. I actually look forward to going.”Sharna, mum of two, works in London
I've trained before and stalled
“I'm still being challenged every single day and just keep developing, keep getting better and better.”Kish, five years in
03 · How it works
What is small group personal training?
A personal training session shared with a handful of people. A coach runs every one, and every exercise is adjusted to suit you.
“It's not a class where everyone has to do the same thing. It's not 1-2-1 PT either. It's somewhere in the middle, with a bit more atmosphere, a bit more accountability and considerably more piss-taking.”
Tony
A coach at every session
Sixty minutes with a coach watching your form, setting your weights and telling you when to push.
One plan, your version of it
On a pull day that might mean weighted chin-ups for one person, assisted chin-ups for the next and a pulldown for you.
Help between sessions
Message your coach any time. We track your lifts, check in regularly and measure the changes.
04 · Members
Members' stories, in their own words
Ten members on where they started and what changed.
5.0
From 55 Google reviews. Every one is five stars.
1000
Sessions attended in July 2026, our first 1,000-session month.
50+
Session times a week, from 6am.
80
Peter's age. He deadlifts 65kg for seven.
★★★★★If you want a 🏋️♀️ Gym that is like no traditional gym , no posers hogging the machine weights 💪, NO ONE judging you , But genuinely helping you to reach your own personal needs and aims. Then look no further. I've lent over years , that you can join a gym…
★★★★★I've been a member of TCPT now for over a year and I'm so glad I joined. I remember how anxious I felt before my first session, and it quickly went out the window and I was made to feel at ease and welcomed. I really enjoy being part of the gym, and love the…
★★★★★I actually looked forward to going to the gym 😱 Tony, Emma and Dylan all make it such a great place to be and I made the most progress I ever have in my strength. Thoroughly recommend!
★★★★★I first started training with Tony almost 6 years ago and have been there ever since. I have always been a keen gym goer but Tony’s gym is unique. You don’t just go there and work out. You get a real personal approach and constant support and ways to develop…
★★★★★Great bespoke personal gym catering for all needs and abilities. If you want to go and lift some heavy stuff OR you’ve never been to a gym before they’ve got you covered. PT’s are highly qualified and supportive and being a smaller gym it’s a lot more…
★★★★★Can't recommend this place highly enough if you're looking to improve your strength and fitness in an environment that manages to be both stress-free and effective. The 'small group personal training' set-up means that you have strength-training sessions in…
★★★★★I’ve always been a keen trainer since discovering the gym about 3 years ago. However Tony and the team at top condition have really educated me around quality of training, lower reps, higher weights and bigger gains! I can honestly say I’m the strongest I’ve…
★★★★★Tony has been my Personal Trainer for over 10 years and I can honestly say it’s the best investment I’ve ever made to my health and fitness. He 100% knows his stuff and is utterly dedicated to his craft and clients. The difference he’s made to how I think…
★★★★★Lovely small gym, trainers are really friendly, supportive and encouraging and knowledgeable. Members are also really welcoming and support each other. If you hate big impersonal gyms full of rows of machines then I would highly recommend giving Top…
★★★★★I’ve been training with Tony, Emma, and Dylan for almost three years now, with a short break in between. Top Condition has genuinely been a game changer for me. I used to feel unsure of myself in the gym, and now I can use any piece of equipment confidently…
★★★★★I’ve just completed the 6 week programme and I’m already feeling the benefits, I feel stronger and happier in myself. Tony has been great, I enjoy the variety of the exercises and have decided to continue with the PT sessions. Thanks and I would definitely…
★★★★★Hands down, best choice I’ve made training at Top Condition PT. Excellent personal trainers - every session is such a vibe!
★★★★★I Visited Top Condition today and managed to speak to Tony who was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The facility itself has absolutely everything you could ever need and feels very welcoming and somewhere I'd be very excited to train at.
★★★★★If you want a 🏋️♀️ Gym that is like no traditional gym , no posers hogging the machine weights 💪, NO ONE judging you , But genuinely helping you to reach your own personal needs and aims. Then look no further. I've lent over years , that you can join a gym…
★★★★★I've been a member of TCPT now for over a year and I'm so glad I joined. I remember how anxious I felt before my first session, and it quickly went out the window and I was made to feel at ease and welcomed. I really enjoy being part of the gym, and love the…
★★★★★I actually looked forward to going to the gym 😱 Tony, Emma and Dylan all make it such a great place to be and I made the most progress I ever have in my strength. Thoroughly recommend!
★★★★★I first started training with Tony almost 6 years ago and have been there ever since. I have always been a keen gym goer but Tony’s gym is unique. You don’t just go there and work out. You get a real personal approach and constant support and ways to develop…
★★★★★Great bespoke personal gym catering for all needs and abilities. If you want to go and lift some heavy stuff OR you’ve never been to a gym before they’ve got you covered. PT’s are highly qualified and supportive and being a smaller gym it’s a lot more…
★★★★★Can't recommend this place highly enough if you're looking to improve your strength and fitness in an environment that manages to be both stress-free and effective. The 'small group personal training' set-up means that you have strength-training sessions in…
★★★★★I’ve always been a keen trainer since discovering the gym about 3 years ago. However Tony and the team at top condition have really educated me around quality of training, lower reps, higher weights and bigger gains! I can honestly say I’m the strongest I’ve…
★★★★★Tony has been my Personal Trainer for over 10 years and I can honestly say it’s the best investment I’ve ever made to my health and fitness. He 100% knows his stuff and is utterly dedicated to his craft and clients. The difference he’s made to how I think…
★★★★★Lovely small gym, trainers are really friendly, supportive and encouraging and knowledgeable. Members are also really welcoming and support each other. If you hate big impersonal gyms full of rows of machines then I would highly recommend giving Top…
★★★★★I’ve been training with Tony, Emma, and Dylan for almost three years now, with a short break in between. Top Condition has genuinely been a game changer for me. I used to feel unsure of myself in the gym, and now I can use any piece of equipment confidently…
★★★★★I’ve just completed the 6 week programme and I’m already feeling the benefits, I feel stronger and happier in myself. Tony has been great, I enjoy the variety of the exercises and have decided to continue with the PT sessions. Thanks and I would definitely…
★★★★★Hands down, best choice I’ve made training at Top Condition PT. Excellent personal trainers - every session is such a vibe!
★★★★★I Visited Top Condition today and managed to speak to Tony who was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. The facility itself has absolutely everything you could ever need and feels very welcoming and somewhere I'd be very excited to train at.
★★★★★I am just completing the 6 week kick start and I can definitely say that I have made progress in that time. I have found that I am stronger than I thought which is comforting at 66. I enjoy my weight sessions and being told what to do instead of floundering…
★★★★★I have been in every budget and high cost gym in Medway and have left shortly after joining as they are largely soulless and so impersonal. Top Condition Personal Training is different. It’s a genuine fitness community which some how manages to cater to all…
★★★★★I’ve been going to Top Condition PT now for just over a year. The instructors Tony, Emma and Dylan are all brilliant and they’re great at adapting the exercises to your ability. They might fall off my Christmas card list every Saturday after a ShredIt…
★★★★★The best gym ever. Everyone who goes to Top Condition is so supportive and it has a great community. You are encouraged to work on lifts that you both love and those which you don’t, but also to work in a way that is best for you. Tony, Emma and Dylan are all…
★★★★★Great place to train. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly trainers and members. More like a family than a gym, so do yourself a favour and come check it out 🥰👍
★★★★★I’ve been at Top Condition for about two years now, which is the longest I’ve ever stayed consistent in a gym environment. The community, clear coaching, and flexibility are the reasons I keep showing up. I’ve never felt stronger or more motivated. Tony…
★★★★★This gym is different. Tony has created a really special place that is warm, welcoming and truly inclusive. Since signing up for the 6 week kick start 18 months ago and subsequently becoming a member, I can honestly say it has changed my life. I have never…
★★★★★Top Condition is a personal gym, with small PT focused classes. The members are friendly and helpful. There is plenty of PT support both during sessions and if you need to ask questions outside of the gym. There is an easy app to book strength and the cardio…
★★★★★I am not a typical gym goer or fitness fanatic but I’ve been coming to this gym consistently for 5 years (I can’t quite believe it!). I’m fitter, stronger at 50 than I was at 30. If you want to train with nice normal people who have a laugh as well as a work…
★★★★★Just finished a 6 week kick start course and signed up straightaway after completing. Coaches are helpful and knowledgeable. Any injuries are quickly worked around so you can keep training while still recovering. Already feel like I have made huge steps in my…
★★★★★Exceptional!!! Warm and welcoming Makes working out fun… Very encouraging Work at your pace Would never consider a regular gym moving forward Thanks Emma and Tony
★★★★★Excellent gym and great Staff.Tony has been very encouraging and the PT classes very informative and engaging. He makes sure everyone is getting the most out of each class. He is very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions. I highly recommend TP if…
★★★★★Outstanding gym, I wish I’d joined years ago. Tony and Emma are really friendly and getting started couldn’t be easier. Everything is geared to suit your own fitness level so no need to worry about ‘trying to keep up’. Small classes and friendly atmosphere. I…
★★★★★I am just completing the 6 week kick start and I can definitely say that I have made progress in that time. I have found that I am stronger than I thought which is comforting at 66. I enjoy my weight sessions and being told what to do instead of floundering…
★★★★★I have been in every budget and high cost gym in Medway and have left shortly after joining as they are largely soulless and so impersonal. Top Condition Personal Training is different. It’s a genuine fitness community which some how manages to cater to all…
★★★★★I’ve been going to Top Condition PT now for just over a year. The instructors Tony, Emma and Dylan are all brilliant and they’re great at adapting the exercises to your ability. They might fall off my Christmas card list every Saturday after a ShredIt…
★★★★★The best gym ever. Everyone who goes to Top Condition is so supportive and it has a great community. You are encouraged to work on lifts that you both love and those which you don’t, but also to work in a way that is best for you. Tony, Emma and Dylan are all…
★★★★★Great place to train. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly trainers and members. More like a family than a gym, so do yourself a favour and come check it out 🥰👍
★★★★★I’ve been at Top Condition for about two years now, which is the longest I’ve ever stayed consistent in a gym environment. The community, clear coaching, and flexibility are the reasons I keep showing up. I’ve never felt stronger or more motivated. Tony…
★★★★★This gym is different. Tony has created a really special place that is warm, welcoming and truly inclusive. Since signing up for the 6 week kick start 18 months ago and subsequently becoming a member, I can honestly say it has changed my life. I have never…
★★★★★Top Condition is a personal gym, with small PT focused classes. The members are friendly and helpful. There is plenty of PT support both during sessions and if you need to ask questions outside of the gym. There is an easy app to book strength and the cardio…
★★★★★I am not a typical gym goer or fitness fanatic but I’ve been coming to this gym consistently for 5 years (I can’t quite believe it!). I’m fitter, stronger at 50 than I was at 30. If you want to train with nice normal people who have a laugh as well as a work…
★★★★★Just finished a 6 week kick start course and signed up straightaway after completing. Coaches are helpful and knowledgeable. Any injuries are quickly worked around so you can keep training while still recovering. Already feel like I have made huge steps in my…
★★★★★Exceptional!!! Warm and welcoming Makes working out fun… Very encouraging Work at your pace Would never consider a regular gym moving forward Thanks Emma and Tony
★★★★★Excellent gym and great Staff.Tony has been very encouraging and the PT classes very informative and engaging. He makes sure everyone is getting the most out of each class. He is very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions. I highly recommend TP if…
★★★★★Outstanding gym, I wish I’d joined years ago. Tony and Emma are really friendly and getting started couldn’t be easier. Everything is geared to suit your own fitness level so no need to worry about ‘trying to keep up’. Small classes and friendly atmosphere. I…
05 · The 6 Week Kickstart
Six weeks to get you going
Everyone starts with the Kickstart, our six-week intro to small group personal training.
- Up to 18 small group PT sessions two or three a week for six weeks
- An intro session to find your starting point
- A structured programme planned in blocks, so you always know what's next
- Nutrition coaching no fad diets, just sound advice
- Weekly check-ins and a coach you can message any time
Money-back guaranteeTurn up two or three times a week. If you don't feel the difference after six weeks, we refund you.
Start the 6 Week KickstartSpaces are limited, so we only open the Kickstart when we have room.
06 · The coaches
Who will be coaching me?
Tony, Emma, Dylan and Stewart. One of them runs every session.
Tony Cottenden
Founder & Coach
A PE officer in the prison service until 2016, then full-time PT: first in a wooden shed in his garden, now on Station Road.
Emma
Coach
Has spent the past few years working with women who are starting to notice menopause symptoms. Members call her Em.
Dylan Addison
Coach
Back from his travels in 2025. Calm, curious and always ready to listen, according to Tony.
Stewart
Coach
Thirty years a firefighter, then a client here, then qualified. Joined the team in May 2026 and runs youth training.
Questions
Questions people ask before they start
Anything else? Ring 07793 237365 or see every question.
Do I need to be fit before I start?
No. We've worked with people in their 60s and 70s who had never been in a gym, and people who've lifted for years. Your first session finds your starting point, and the coach adjusts every exercise from there.
I'm nervous about walking into a gym. Is that normal?
Completely. Nicole described her first visit as "terrified, nervous and sick", and nearly two years later she deadlifts 85kg. It's a private gym with a handful of people in each session, and a coach will be with you from the minute you arrive.
What is the 6 Week Kickstart?
It's how new members start: six weeks of small group personal training, up to 18 sessions (two or three a week), with an intro session to find your starting point, nutrition coaching and weekly check-ins.
Is there a money-back guarantee?
Yes. Turn up two or three times a week for the six weeks, and if you don't feel we supported you properly and you don't feel better than on day one, we'll refund you.
What times are the sessions?
There are over 50 session times a week, from 6am, through mid-morning and lunchtime, to evenings after work, plus weekend mornings. You don't have to book the same slot every week, so it works around shifts, school runs and travel.
How much does it cost?
Small group PT costs more than a normal gym membership, and less than paying a 1-2-1 trainer on top of one. We'll go through the price of the Kickstart and the memberships after it when we chat.
Finding us
Where is Top Condition PT?
At 189 Station Road in Rainham, Gillingham. Look for the blue and black TC shopfront.
Top Condition Personal Training
189 Station Road, Rainham
Gillingham, Kent ME8 7SQ
189 Station Road, Rainham
Gillingham, Kent ME8 7SQ
Monday to Thursday 6am to 8:30pm, Friday 6am to 7:30pm, Saturday 8am to 12pm, Sunday 9 to 11:15am.
The 6 Week Kickstart
Start with six weeks.
Up to 18 small group sessions, nutrition coaching and weekly check-ins. If you turn up and don't feel the difference, you get your money back.