Today we’d like to introduce you to Richard Hawkins
Hi Richard, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I’ve been a personal fitness and lifestyle coach for 17 years. I have performed around 20,000 hours of training and then some !! I was a competitive rower from the North East of England, in a place called Newcastle Upon Tyne. I started when I was 14 and went on to compete at a National and International level representing Oxford Brooke’s University. At 24 , a broken rib prevented me to continue further at the elite level . I turned to coaching after a brief attempt at Stock Broking! I bought into a failing studio in Henley on Thames where I built up into a training and yoga studio over 6 years. I had the opportunity to move to San Diego in 2015 where I worked in corporate fitness for 6 years . The pandemic enabled me to leave the constraints of corporate America to develop Hawk Fitness. I purchased SKfit in 2023 to help me get established in North Park. We have 2 other trainers and are looking forward to the journey ahead!!
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Far from smooth!! I started my first business in the 2008 recession, but with lots of adaptive thinking we got things going !! We knocked down walls so we could expand as we grew in our first venture!! The pandemic without a doubt was the biggest challenge. Lifting machines and equipment in the blistering heat just to help our staff as well as members, this was for Rowhouse in Hillcrest . Thankfully the opportunity to become a trainer again and now owner came along at the right time !!
We’ve been impressed with Hawk Fitness Inc, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
We are an exclusive personal training studio , helping clients transform their lives whether for health , sports performance, getting over injuries etc .
Our excellent team make it easy for our clients to feel safe , challenged and focused on their goals !
We are so proud of our clients results !! One of our clients has lost over 100 pounds!! And we have many more on the journey !!
We look at the holistic side of things , as stress and lifestyle habits could be holding individuals back.
We offer a tailored package as every client is unique
What matters most to you?
Our health is the most important !! Health is wealth !! It’s vital that we all get back to an active lifestyle which includes how we move , how strong we are, what we put in our bodies , how we rest and recharge!
I’ve had many instances in my life where I needed to be there for people who needed me to be strong and perform well under pressure ! There is no way I could do that if I wasn’t a fit and strong!! I make it clear that all our clients have the power , or we make sure they are on their way !
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.hawkfitnesssd.com
- Instagram: Hawkfitnesssd
- Yelp: Hawk Fitness
