About
What does Valor Athletica stand for?
In Latin, Valor means “be strong, be courageous” and in Ancient Greek, “ἀρχὴ γὰρ ὄντως τοῦ νικᾶν τὸ θαρρεῖν” means “courage is the beginning of victory”-Plutarch. Fear is inherent in most of us. As Aristotle said, what distinguishes a courageous person from a coward is that he acts with confidence and in spite of fear. This is what makes him courageous.
Our core values are Courage, Humility, Perseverance and Inclusivity. These values channel the meaning of Valor, drive our methodology, and are at the forefront of your programming.
Our ethos is that consistent hard work and patience over time delivers the desired results.
Meet your coach
Vasos Roumbas, MSc Sport and Exercise Science
Vasos is passionate about evidence based training to improve health and fitness regardless of age and ability. Sport, fitness and athletics were integral to Vasos’ upbringing, serving in the Special Forces for two years and playing both semi-professional football and volleyball. He has worked at renowned boutique gyms and CrossFit boxes across London for the last 10 years and has experience working with people from all walks of life, from professional football players, competitive CrossFitters and CEOs of global companies, to stay at home mums, and university students.
Vasos has earned a Master’s degree in Sport and Exercise Science from Roehampton University, with a specialisation in Biomechanics. He has conducted extensive research on return to sport following Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction. In addition, Vasos has a range of other qualifications including:
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Level 2 CrossFit coach
Extensive Olympic Weightlifting coaching qualifications
Return to sport / Rehabilitation
Pre and Post-Natal Exercise
What does Valor Athletica offer?
Valor Athletica offers Personal Training either in-person at a private studio in South West, London, at your home gym or via video call as well as a fully individualised Online Programming platform available to all ages and abilities.