Welcome to Andy Badger’s studio at Recreate Performance, right here in Addington / Moorhouse Avenue, Christchurch—a space built for sweat, serious lifts, and lasting results.
Whether you’re pushing hard on the bike, chasing PBs on the run, or just done feeling held back by your own body, this is where we get real. You’ll train with a coach who’s been in the trenches—Andy knows race-day demands, and he knows gym-time needs to transfer to what actually matters in your sport.
The studio itself gives you:
- Natural light, big open spaces, and all the gear you need: bumper plates, racks, conditioning tools, mobility tools—so every movement matters.
- A
vibe that’s high effort, low ego—no fluff. If you’re here, we’re pushing.
- Classes or 1-on-1 sessions tailored to where you are: strength, endurance, mobility, sport-specific power.
- A community that backs you up: folks grinding for their goals, cheering each other on, chasing performance together.
If you want to move faster, feel stronger, and show up at your next event with confidence, this is the place.
What my athletes are saying
“Thought I was too old, too set in my ways”
“I’d never had a personal trainer before and honestly thought it was a bit unnecessary. But hitting 50, I knew cyclists like me were notorious for low bone density and I needed more strength for the years ahead. The banter makes it feel like training with a mate, not a drill sergeant.”
— Glenn
“Personal trainers? Expensive, generic, not for me”
“I used to think PTs were overpriced and cookie-cutter. But after a tough year personally, I needed guidance, confidence, and a reason to keep riding. Andy gave me that — every session is built for track performance, and that one hour is my time to switch off and just follow his lead. The strength gains are real, but the bigger win is getting my love of the sport back.”
— Ebony Wilson
“Gyms were always rugby training — not cycling”
“I’d been in and out of gyms for years, but it was always about rugby. When I looked for cycling-specific work, I wasn’t sure it even existed. Andy proved me wrong — his sessions are functional, targeted, and he brings something different every time. My balance and stability on the bike have improved massively. And his honesty? That’s what makes it stick.”
— Chris Towart
“I thought I’d plateaued — same old grind”
“After Nationals I felt stuck. I’d dabbled in gym work but never had structure. I figured coaching would just be more of the same. Instead, Andy pushed me harder than I thought possible, gave me clear programming, and the results showed up on the track. He backs it all with humour and banter — which makes the hard graft something I actually look forward to.”
— Ken Uprichard
