Affordable Online Coaching Reviews 

This is the first challenge I’ve completed, although enrolled for previous JSA ones. I can’t express how much it has changed my life! My relationship to food and drink has changed. I no longer feel the need to go crazy, when out out! I’ve led my life as normal, but adjusted my diet and training and feel amazing! I’ve also battled illness but still had positive gains. I’m 66 nearly 67, so it’s never too late to start! The coaches are brilliant! I feel like they’re all my friends and it’s all down to them that I have succeeded by putting their knowledge into action They motivate and are full of inspiration, especially when you’re not in the mood to hit the gym. I’ve totally enjoyed all our chats and will keep on going next year!!
I have all 3 of James’s books, which on my travels have been a godsend.
I highly recommend JSA. It’s amazing value for money, not to mention all the access to recipes and exercises to help you on your journey! See you in 2024!

Having used James Smith Academy over the past few years I have nothing but praise for the whole process. Coaches are easy to chat to and if you have a question or problem responses are pretty quick. Need to change your training programme? Not a problem. Love it. Thank you JSA Team!

Simple and effective! Thanks

I was a bit disappointed. It’s not that it’s not affective. I’m sure, if you followed along you’d see results. The coaches were all very nice, understanding and gave good advice. But the reason I was drawn to the JSA was the approach james portrays online. It’s no nonsense and to the point. Tell people what they didn’t want to here. You’re a fat c**t because you eat to much. This approach is not what the app offers at all. James’s personality doesn’t show through at all. It’s more of a ‘the body coach’ approach, which I’m sure is half the price so you may aswell just do that. I feel a bit miss sold. It’s like the opposite of online James.

JSA is nothing short of fabulous. It’s completely changed the way I look at fitness, diet and all things health and lifestyle related. It’s made me reflect on how disordered my eating had become and has supported me throughout injury, illness and a house move. It’s like NOTHING I have ever experienced in the fitness industry before. The coaches are amazing, patient and supportive beyond what they need to be. I’m leaving only for financial reasons but feel I’m well enough equipped to go it alone for a few months.

JSA is a GREAT starting point for anybody.
It really helped me get off the floor with the gym, the team are amazing with constant check ups and encouragement. There is not one question i asked that i didn't get an answer to.
I honestly cant compliment and express more gratitude to the team for all the work they have invested into me.
Immediately i was put on a calorie surplus with a protein goal. They made all goals manageable by not overcomplicating everything and giving clear objectives.
They are willing to work with any plan and lifestyle and catered to my lifestyle very well.

The initial kick that enticed me to join was James Smith mentioning that you only join the program for 3 or 4 months and you are taught everything you need to know.
While I was skeptical of the claim, I decided to bite the bullet as his content is great regardless. 4 months later I no longer need the program and have seen incredible results.
I have been given all the tools to progress my fitness journey by myself.

Thanks very much to the team at JSA, really changed my life.

JSA what can I say, well the support for a start I loved the “real” check-in’s for a start it wasn’t an automatic generated response it was real people replying & giving you the best advice possible even if it wasn’t what you wanted to hear & more than just 1 person a small community that all had the same understand that I had a goal set & needed to achieve. I struggled to start with but after subscribing a 2nd time it was enough for the penny to drop. I would definitely recommend JSA to anyone on a journey that needs help with any kind of struggle may it be weighloss, toning, gaining strength, muscle even mental health. Thank you so much x

The support, honesty and understanding of the team.
So many amazing messages that would prompt me to think about my choices and thought patterns too and to try to challenge and change them!

The James Smith Academy is brilliant. James Smith does a lot of content on YouTube which is where I found out about the JSA. His attitude to fitness and lifestyle is refreshing and his reviews on popular heath techniques/products/diets is hilarious as he tells you what they really are. The JSA itself isn’t a get fit quick scheme, it’s an attitude and life style adjustment. They say you get access to a team of coaches and you really do - lots of different coaches commented on my progress or offered advise and it felt like there was an actually team behind me caring for my progress. I opted for a standard Dad Bod program which the coaches then proceeded to adapt to my available gym equipment and my existing knee injury’s. I’ve completed one 6 week challenge now, have dropped a stone in weight, lifting slight more and now have a complete new life routine (I weirdly enjoy walking now) couldn’t recommend it enough.

I was initially nervous that the JSA academy might not be the place for middle aged menopausal roundies, I gave it go, after years of repeatedly trying the same things and getting minimal and often transient results. Nothing magical happened overnight, however there has been fat loss, plus many other benifits. There were lots of shifts in my mindset and self care. I have more energy now im not running on caffine, syns and regret. Whilst this is an online programme there is a very individualised approach to my goals , mindset, lifestyle and ability. The coaches are responsive and compassionate and give evidence based advice in a understandable way. There are no daft questions.
I started with a 6 week challenge and was prepared to find 700 ways to cook a chicken breast , move the sofa and do burpees but its so much more than that. Longer term goals feel achievable.
So far
16lb fat loss
6cm reduction in waist
0 burpees
1 manageable calorie deficit
It's a really supportive and inclusive environment.

This app is great value for money in my opinion. The coaches far exceeded my expectations with their quick responses and useful straight forward information. They are all so supportive and never put you down. I have been on the app for a few months now and don't regret anything. They've given me great programs I enjoy doing and don't mind changing out any exercises that don't quite fit with the equipment I have. They are all very inspirational and I think each one of them make this world a better place. Honestly couldn't recommend this app to someone enough. It may seem like a lot of money but you need to invest in yourself and you won't regret it.

I saw this on the App Store and it was offering a free 7 day trial so I thought, why not!? After using many different training apps this is by far my favourite with steps and sleep counted alongside personalised meal plans and workouts. I’ve been really struggling with motivation and for the money you pay this is an absolute no brainer for me. Would definitely recommend. Quite shocked to see anyone has given it a 1 star review and would question what more you could get from an app! Bravo James and team- very impressed.

I don't normally write reviews but I feel that this should be an exception. I had been putting off getting back into the gym for a few years after some injuries I picked up and needed the nudge to get started again.

I started off with a PT but that soon added up after paying for each session 3 times per week and only being able to ask questions during the hour I trained.

Signing up to JSA meant I had 24/7 support and over the months I could ask any questions, whenever I needed to and the team always responded quickly and in detail.

I feel comfortable enough at this point to monitor my nutrition and build my own training plans which was my end goal when I started this.

Thank you to the whole team for all of their help, it's changed my life for the better!

The whole JSA experience is something you will 1000 percent not regret. Being able to have a custom work out built for you was one of the best decisions I could have made. Since doing a program, my progress has jumped leaps and bounds. Also having the most wonderful coaches in your corner is a huge deal. They're so motivational, inspiring and full of so much knowledge. I have learnt so much from them, and feel like I have been educated by the best team around. I have gained so many skills, tips and tricks that will lead me into a long healthy life of happiness with the food I eat and my new love for fitness.

Having spent 3 years as an academy member, I now feel that the coaches have given me all the tools to live my life with the best focus on fitness possible. Hazel, Nicole, Fi, Stu and all the other amazing coaches have been instrumental in helping me get me to the point where I can be self motivated and make the right choices. I cannot recommend the academy enough and if you are serious about wanting lose weight, get stronger and generally improve your focus this is place to do it.

Can't rate JSA and all the amazing coaches highly enough. The coaches go above and beyond in supporting you and your goals with regular check in's, words of encouragement and sharing all of their knowledge and wisdom.

The programs are tailored to you and your needs, and there is so much flexibility when it comes to altering your goals. Its not a quick fix, but a sustainable lifestyle change which you are supported with every step of the way.

The best part for me was having the coaches support and guidance on a regular basis, when in need they are a message away and have helped me in more ways than i can count. Its essentially having a fitness BFF in your pocket at all times ❤️

Loved doing the 12 week challenge and got so much more out of it than just a workout plan. The coaches have been amazing and great at giving support. Look forward to future challenges. 😊

Overall I think it is a great product. Programming is done quickly, the support staff are great to deal with. The conversation is based on the feedback that you give them, not just generic responses. I like the new 6 week challenge block. Easy to log everything and the exercise demos are great too.
Great job JSA Team.

App works well and easy to use. Coaches respond quickly and are super positive.