Niall Cleary's lifelong passion for health, fitness, and wellbeing began in his youth when he involved himself in the pursuits of rugby, self-defence, and marathon running. Today, following retirement from the hospitality industry, he is an avid walker, swimmer and enjoys weightlifting. He has come to understand that sustainable fitness isn't about intensity but about adapting smartly to our changing needs. He set up the Corofin Fitness and Recovery Hub to assist like-minded people reach their fitness goals and remain active throughout their senior years.

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In 2008, Niall studied Educational Fitness and Health at the University of Limerick, and this inspired him to study further. Firstly, at the University of Galway where he studied massage and sport injury therapy. In Galway, he was introduced to the potential of acupuncture. He completed a four-year qualification in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture (Lic. Ac. TCM). Niall loves to integrate this therapy with his clinic work to treat clients naturally and holistically. His other qualifications are in sports massage therapy (ITEC) and personal training (NCEF) affiliated with Age & Opportunity.

Niall has worked with top-level athletes from Connacht Rugby and Wolverhampton FC to professional boxers at Madison Square Garden. Now, with this vast wealth of study and experience to channel, he is looking forward to helping people over 40, especially active retirees stay fit, balanced and independent, though movement classes and personalised support.

Niall pays tribute to his wife, Trish, who supported his studies throughout the years. Trish is also active in the health and wellness field qualifying as a yoga instructor in 2015.