About Me - Sophia Thompson, Personal Trainer & Wellness Coach
Small Changes. Big Impact. Real Support
Welcome to My Go To Wellness
Train with Sophia Thompson – Personal Trainer and Menopause Wellness Coach
My Go To Wellness was created from a passion for helping people feel stronger, healthier, and more confident through practical support that fits real life.
I know that wellbeing isn't always straightforward. Life changes, busy schedules, health concerns, menopause, work pressures, and everyday responsibilities can often make it difficult to prioritise your health. That's why my approach focuses on meeting you where you are and helping you take positive steps forward in a way that feels realistic, supportive, and achievable.
Whether you're looking to improve your fitness, develop healthier habits, gain confidence in your nutrition, navigate menopause, or simply feel more like yourself again, you'll receive personalised support tailored to your individual needs and circumstances.
When you work with My Go To Wellness, you're working directly with me. There is no large team, no complicated systems, and no one-size-fits-all approach. Just honest guidance, practical solutions, and ongoing support designed to help you move forward with confidence.
Whether you prefer the convenience of mobile training in your own home, online support, or in-person sessions at Ladywood Leisure Centre or Northfield Leisure Centre, I aim to make wellbeing support accessible, flexible, and tailored to your lifestyle.
My goal is simple: to create a welcoming, supportive environment where people feel heard, valued, and empowered to make meaningful changes that support their long-term health and wellbeing.
Mission:
To provide practical, personalised fitness, nutrition, and menopause wellness support that helps people build confidence, improve their wellbeing, and create sustainable lifestyle habits that work in real life.
Vision:
To create a supportive and inclusive wellness community where people feel empowered to take positive steps towards better health, greater confidence, and long-term wellbeing through realistic, accessible, and evidence-informed support.
My Story & Why I Started My Go To Wellness
In 2009, I began working on health improvement programmes across Birmingham, the Black Country, and the Midlands through organisations commissioned to deliver public health initiatives. My work focused on supporting individuals and communities to make meaningful lifestyle changes through education, awareness, and practical support.
• Adult Weight Management
• Smoking Cessation and Alcohol Awareness
• Chlamydia Screening, Sexual Health, and Bowel Cancer Awareness
• Behaviour Change and Healthy Lifestyle Support
Through this work, I witnessed first-hand the positive impact that education, encouragement, and the right support can have on people's lives. It taught me that meaningful change isn't about perfection, it's about having the confidence, knowledge, and support to take the next step forward.
Alongside my work in health improvement and wellbeing, my own love of movement was growing. In 2012, I discovered pole fitness and quickly developed a passion for movement, strength, and self-confidence. In 2013, I became a certified SO Dancehall Fitness Instructor, and by 2014, I was teaching pole fitness classes and supporting others on their own fitness journeys.
What started as a personal passion soon became a professional calling.
In 2018, I qualified as a Personal Trainer and have continued to expand my knowledge ever since, gaining experience and qualifications across personal training, Pilates, group fitness, sports conditioning, dance fitness, twerk, cardio tennis, pole fitness, pole fabrics, lollipop, and menopause wellness support.
Throughout my career, one thing has remained constant: my desire to help people feel stronger, healthier, and more confident in themselves.
The inspiration behind My Go To Wellness comes from a combination of passion, personal experience, and loss.
Throughout my career, I have always been passionate about helping people improve their health, wellbeing, and quality of life. Supporting others to make positive lifestyle changes has been at the heart of everything I have done, both professionally and personally.
In 2016, I lost my mother to bowel cancer. Her loss had a profound impact on me and reinforced my belief in the importance of health education, prevention, and compassionate support. It reminded me how valuable it is to have guidance, encouragement, and someone in your corner during life's most challenging moments.
Years later, in 2023, I underwent a total hysterectomy and bilateral oophorectomy, entering surgical menopause almost overnight. Experiencing the physical, emotional, and lifestyle changes that followed gave me a much deeper understanding of the challenges many women face when navigating menopause and significant life transitions.
These experiences didn't define me, but they shaped me.
They strengthened my commitment to creating a supportive space where people feel heard, understood, and empowered to take positive steps towards their health and wellbeing.
My Go To Wellness was born from that commitment bringing together my professional experience, personal journey, and passion for helping others feel stronger, healthier, and more confident, no matter where life finds them.
My Qualifications & Expertise
Fitness & Movement
- Level 3 Personal Trainer Diploma
- Level 3 Exercise Referral
- Level 3 Sports Conditioning
- Level 3 Outdoor Fitness
- Level 3 Pilates
- Level 2 Gym Instructor & Exercise to Music Diploma
- Group Indoor Cycling, Circuits, FX (pump, stomp, jump, blast, groove & T3), Cardio Tennis, Twerk, SO Dancehall Fitness
- Pole Fitness & Fabrics Instructor, Stretching for Aerial & Pole
- Clip N Climb Level 1 & 2
- Adolescence Exercise & Induction Certified
Nutrition
- Level 5 Advanced Sports & Exercise Nutritional Advisor
- PN Level 1 (in progress)
Menopause & Wellness
- Menopause Wellness Practitioner
- Menopause Nutrition & Weight Loss Coach
- Managing Menopause Naturally
- Women’s Health: A Comprehensive Guide
- International Menopause Society IMPART Level 1
Professional Affiliations
- CIMSPA Member: #1406744
- Certified Sports & Exercise Nutrition Advisor: ID #36289872303352
My Promise
My commitment is to provide practical, supportive, and personalised guidance that helps you move forward with confidence.
Whether your goal is to build strength, improve your wellbeing, navigate menopause, develop healthier habits, or simply gain a better understanding of your body, you'll be supported with compassion, encouragement, and realistic strategies that fit your life.
I believe wellbeing should feel accessible, achievable, and empowering, not overwhelming.
Wherever you are on your journey, my aim is to help you feel informed, supported, and confident in taking the next step forward.
Wellness shouldn't feel overwhelming. It should be your go-to.
Sophia (Coco) 🤍
Start Your Journey
Whether you're seeking personal coaching or corporate wellbeing solutions, we're here to guide you. Let's work together to enhance your wellness journey and unlock your full potential.