Client Testimonials
Tried And Tested.
Real clients, real results — in their own words. Every program was built around their goals, their injuries and their lifestyle.
My name is Jordan Metcalfe and I am the founder of Ironplayground.com.
My transformation has been close to 8 years in the making and the passion and determination that developed this physique is the same passion and determination that I put in to every single one of my clients.
My goal is to motivate, educate and inspire the world to realise that anything is possible if you work hard enough.
All you need is a vision, a little guidance from me and a total kick ass attitude and nothing will hold you back from achieving your goals!
Jordan Metcalfe
I started the 12 week transformation with Jordan to get in shape for a holiday I had planned with a few mates, my main goal was to lose as much body fat as I could while also putting on some muscle.
The custom nutrition plan and detailed training programs made the whole process easy to follow with everything fitting into my current routine, each stage of training brought new levels of intensity and with that came results.
Over the 12 weeks I lost over 7% body fat, dropped 5cm off my waist and even gained size through my shoulders, arms and chest. I couldn't be happier with the results and would recommend to anyone that wants to change their physique.
Logan
Jordan has been my PT for a year and a half now and has taken me from absolutely hating my body and exercise to loving the gym and feeling confident in a bikini. I hadn't stepped foot in a gym for years due to a slipped disc, but Jordan was so knowledgeable in correcting my posture and strengthening my core this is now no longer a problem for me.
My ultimate goal was to lose weight for my upcoming wedding and I've lost 12 kilos in total! He is the kind of trainer who helps you get your lifestyle and nutrition in check, whilst maintaining a healthy balance.
Alana
I highly recommend Jordan, it has been so great to find a trainer and coach who aligns both my training and nutrition programs integrated seamlessly into my family and work commitments. Providing me guidance with food that I enjoy and a training program based around "good old" weight training techniques however adding specific tempo ranging in to keep the body guessing. This has been the secret weapon supporting my own personal commitment and hard work accelerating me to achieve my goals!
Mike Brown
Jordan has a really unique approach to fitness and nutrition, creating something that can be tedious into something exciting. I have been training with him for over a year now, and in this time we have managed to achieve a great deal that I am hugely proud of. I dropped from 25% body fat to 18% within a short amount of time.
Through his Personal Training sessions and the resources that Iron Playground provides, I am able to reach my goals and he is there every step to ensure I reach them. Jordan is an incredible and successful athlete, who is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others in the hopes that they too can reach a level of satisfaction and pride with what they see in the mirror as well as how they feel on a day to day basis.
Amber
I came to Jordan after deciding to step on stage for my first ever bodybuilding competition. With a line drawn in the sand I needed a strict, focussed and goal specific training plan. Jordan created a tailored plan, for my body, that wasn't simply a 'cut and paste' program. He evolved this monthly as I did and as we moved closer to comp day.
My 'smart phone friendly' plan was easy to use and really 21st century, no pen and paper here. Jordan's approach is also 21st century, he is a wealth of information and obviously understands body mechanics well. Minor tweaks in form he helped me make, had a major impact in output and results. He explains the "how's and why's" in detail which I appreciate.
Come comp day I placed 2nd — all the hard work and training paid off, Jordan was an integral part of that! If you want results and are committed to achieving them, then I would unreservedly recommend him.
Matt
I started working with Jordan a little under a year ago (August 2017), and have come so far since his guidance in my fitness journey. Since working with Jordan, I have not only had physical progress, but gained mental strength too. I used to give up at the earliest opportunity during my workout and would insist I cannot push any further however this has done a 180 degree turn.
My physical progress have helped me in my job, my running and I have less injuries than ever before, I have since built up muscles that I didn't even know existed whilst staying slim.
This would not be possible if it weren't for Jordan. He has helped me not just in my fitness journey, but in my everyday life. Working with Jordan has been one of the best decisions I have ever made.
Georgia
I started out with a goal of wanting to build muscle mass as quickly as possible. So I began training with Jordan 1 and a half years ago and the results have exceeded my expectations. I almost halved my body fat percentage and gained about 6kg of muscle mass. I have learned so much about building quality muscle mass through nutrition, effective exercises for each muscle group and techniques that just transform the way I train. All of this has been thanks to Jordan's knowledge, guidance and support. I highly recommend him if you want to get results!
Scott
My experience with Jordan was amazing! I dropped 15 lbs of pure fat and still put on a lot of muscle which was my main goal. Jordan helped me start to make a name for myself! Jordan helped me week by week, day by day with all my questions and needs, he always pushed me to my limit!
Jordan has opened up my eyes to the world of bodybuilding and one day I hope to compete in physique just like him! Jordan is a well-rounded personal trainer and I look forward to working with him in the future. I would personally recommend Jordan to anyone who is looking to transform their life!
Andrew
Jordan is a fantastic personal trainer. He is enthusiastic, motivated and clearly knows his stuff — seeing the results he achieves himself is testament to that! I've been going to the gym on and off for years and inevitably lose motivation after seeing little results. Since training with Jordan I've been able to make positive changes in a short space of time. He understands my goals and makes sure that my training and nutrition plans are personalised and fit in with my work and personal commitments. I'm now going to the gym 5 times a week and actually miss it if I can't go!
Jarrard
I really struggled when I first started the gym by myself. The first six months I found it hard to understand how and what to train, I looked on the internet but couldn't find anything helpful.
This all changed when I started training with Jordan, I got both training and nutrition plans from him and I saw changes in my body month after month, it was unbelievable.
He's really good at training and with his unique approach and technique the results come fast. If you really want to achieve your goals it's time to get Jordan as your trainer.
Nasser
Jordan is a very dedicated and committed Personal Trainer. I've learnt so much from him about nutrition, training and technique which helps me to maximise my results. No matter how I feel, Jordan motivates me to push myself to the limits and get the most out of every workout.
Lauren
I have been training with Jordan since January 2016 and I have achieved goals I had previously given up on. I always considered myself a gym goer but got bored and struggled to find motivation. Training with Jordan is always rewarding, he works hard and is extremely knowledgeable when it comes down to training and nutrition.
My body has changed, the way I look at training has changed, my confidence has increased and that has helped other parts of my life as well. My body fat % has decreased significantly from 19.11% to 12.73% which was a big goal of mine and I have achieved this thanks to Jordan.
The website has helped with my training too, looking for different ideas on the exercise database keeps things fresh and I can also check my form on exercises which keeps me on track.
Dylan
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Working with Jordan has completely transformed my body. I started training with him about a year after I'd had extensive abdominal surgery, and had a huge list of demands — rehab my body, make me stronger, help me grow my glutes — and he's surpassed every one of them. Through two years of training with him, I've completely rebuilt my core, to the point where post-surgery pain has ceased to exist. I've more than doubled my deadlift and squat PB's, I can do pull ups now, and I've gained 6cm on my glutes, and built muscle everywhere else.
It's not just his amazing (and terrifying) repertoire of exercises and workouts, it's his personality that makes Jordan such an excellent trainer. He's incredibly nice, but with just the right amount of sadist to make you laugh while he's also pushing you harder than you think you can go! He's really motivating without ever yelling like some drill sergeant and he's made every single training session fun. I've never been stronger or felt more confident about my body, and that's entirely down to Jordan's training sessions and the programs he writes for me.
Kate
I started training with Jordan in May 2017 with the intent to gain muscle mass and improve my strength and power. Prior to that I had been going to the gym regularly, but had never felt like I was getting the changes and results that I was after.
In the one and a half years I've trained with Jordan, I have dropped my body fat percentage, increased my lean muscle mass and seen phenomenal changes in my strength and power. I am extremely happy with the results so far and can't wait to see where I can take my training and physique in the future.
I would recommend Jordan to anyone who wants to take their training to the next level and push the limits.
Anthony
I have been "going to the gym" for years and continued to feel uncomfortable and awkward. Jordan helped me not only feel and look better but built my confidence so I no longer feel out of place at the gym. I have never seen such improvements as I have with Jordan, and having type 1 diabetes, I didn't get the usual 'one size fits all' advice which I have from other PT's. Jordan asked about my condition and included me in the planning of achieving our goals. I cannot sing his praises enough and would, and have recommended him to all.
Dan
I started training with Jordan on a weekly basis earlier in the year, after feeling bored with my existing routine and ready for change. My initial plan was to train with him for a few months to get some fresh training ideas. However I've continued to train on a weekly basis (and will do for the foreseeable future) for several reasons. Jordan is easy to engage with, and is interested in his clients, their goals and progress. He's passionate about training and that is contagious. He consistently delivers a workout where I'm pushed beyond my self-perceived limitations, and gets results.
Rachel
I want to say a huge thank you for helping me to get my ass into shape! I know I didn't make it easy for you with my previous injury really limiting our workouts, but you always came up with new inventive ways to make sure I felt the burn.
When I came back 3 months post surgery you helped me through a difficult rehab and together we still managed to smash my goals. You gave me the confidence to push harder and demand more from myself.
On my wedding day I looked and felt amazing and that is in big part thanks to all your help and persistence. If it wasn't for your help I'm sure I would still be sitting on the couch in my fat pants using my hip as an excuse to not get up and work up a sweat so thank you very much!
Sarah
My experience with Jordan has been amazing so far, what I like about his plan is that he really tailors your plan to fit your lifestyle, he creates a diet for you around the healthy food you love, so it's easy to stick to it. You will start noticing changes fairly quickly. BUT YOU MUST STICK TO THE PLAN haha.
I fully recommend Jordan's experience to help you achieve your fitness goals.
Ramon
Jordan is a consummate personal trainer. He truly understands what is needed to get you from zero to a hero. His workout and diet plans are easy to understand and live by. I highly recommend him to anyone who is ready for change.
Rudy
My only regret about Jordan's training was that I did not find it sooner. As a gym goer for many years I was unsure what to do to make changes and with the information that Jordan gives it all fits into place. Technique, nutrition and mind-set are all words that describe perfectly what Jordan offer.
Karl
