PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES

"Tom was a massive part of my recovery from the MCL injury. There was a clear plan and I came back feeling stronger in every other area of my body not just the injured knee."

"Areté has been an absolute game changer for me. Coming back from a serious ankle injury and doing my end stage rehab with the guys has been unreal. I’ve gone from thinking I’d never be ready to get back on the pitch again, to now where I’m smashing loads of pre injury PB’s. I have a completely new appreciation and understanding of my physical performance. I would recommend Areté to any athlete, especially those who are coming back from an injury, they are proof that you can come back a better athlete post injury."

"I absolutely love working with the whole team at Areté! The service they provide for athletes is second to none, whether it be speed, rehab or strength-based sessions. I come away moving better as an athlete, having enjoyed the process and enhanced my skill set along the way."

"I have worked with Tappers and Tom for nearly 10 years now. I met them both in my academy days and had Tom prep me for my first year of professional rugby out of college. I can honestly say they are both firstly top blokes but also incredible coaches who go the extra mile to put the player and their needs first.

I have continued working with them both since they left Wasps as they are the best I’ve come across and have helped me identify and work on my weaknesses to help me to continue to grow as a player.

I always walk away from a session with them feeling not only great physically but great mentally. I can chat about anything with Tom and Tappers and there’s not many coaches that can empathise and support you like they do."

"Can’t speak highly enough of Areté. World class facilities along with dedicated, detailed, and highly individualised coaching, encouraging fun alongside improvement. Would highly recommend for anyone seeking performance gains, from entry level to elite athletes."

"Huge thanks to Areté Performance who helped sharpen me up as I stepped back into the Rugby world. They have been part of my journey since I was 15 years old and know me as a person and athlete and how to get me performing at my best."

"I started working with Tappers when I was 20 at London Irish, the huge impact he had wasn’t just in my S&C but in all facets of my game and my mental approach to situations in rugby and life.

Tappers and Tom go over and above in the services they provide, they will without a doubt have a positive influence on anyone’s career. Areté are the best in the business."

"The Areté team have been a huge part of my life since I’ve moved over to London to pursue a rugby career in 2017. After I left Richmond to go on and play for Ealing and Quins, they continued to look after me like gold.

They knew I had multiple injuries that needed special care in order for me to push my career on. Before my final preseason with Quins, the team helped made sure I was in the best shape possible coming into preseason.

I couldn’t recommend Areté any more highly. Alongside being best in class coaches, they’re genuinely amazing people."

"Tom & the Areté training team are one of the best I have worked with at helping me develop my speed and agility as a professional athlete which is very important to my game. What sets Areté apart from others is their ability to help you improve through the finest details, including the importance of man management.

Tom understands how to get the best out of you specifically as all athletes are different, you really feel how much he and the team cares. The sessions are very enjoyable, whilst also getting you working hard and learning a lot about yourself. They will always go that extra inch to help you improve, which is surprisingly hard to find in professional sport."

"Can’t speak highly enough of Areté. World class facilities along with dedicated, detailed, and highly individualised coaching, encouraging fun alongside improvement. Would highly recommend for anyone seeking performance gains, from entry level to elite athletes."

"Arete is a high quality training group that allow you to flourish whether you are a full time professional athlete like myself, or someone looking to better themselves physically in day to day life. Since joining Arete and gaining access to the top class coaching on offer, my training goals and habits have improved ten-fold

The team at Areté Performance have been vital in keeping me in shape during injury and any periods of time off in my season. Being a professional athlete I need to be working with the best and I certainly have found it here. Thanks so much for your continued support!