Our Clients
Testimonials
“I’ve had the privilege of training at Ascend Gym under the guidance of Coach James, James is not just a coach but also a great mentor. Thanks to James and the facilities at Ascend, I’ve not only improved my physical fitness and health but also achieved more than I expected in this time frame, I highly recommend James and the facilities at ascend to anyone looking to transform their physique and be apart of an amazing and supportive community”
KAIA
"Coaching with James Vis is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. Finding a coach like James from the very beginning is rare. People often say you’ll have to shop around, try a few coaches and make mistakes before finding the right one, but that wasn’t my experience.
Choosing to invest in coaching has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. It’s given me structure, direction and a completely different understanding of training, nutrition and what it truly takes to improve.
What separates James is his passion. His knowledge is incredible, but it’s the way he genuinely cares about every single client that stands out. Whether you’re an IFBB competitor or just someone wanting to improve your health and lifestyle, he gives everyone the same level of time, attention and detail. He doesn’t just coach physiques. He helps build better people.
I’ve learned something new every single day working with him. He’s helped me become a better version of myself, not just physically but mentally as well.
Every dollar I’ve invested has been an investment in myself, my body and my mindset. I couldn’t recommend James or Ascend highly enough, and I truly believe Ascend is building something special."
LOUIE
"I can’t thank James Visciglio enough for everything he did to help me prepare for my first men’s physique show. From day one, he backed me every step of the way with incredible knowledge, support, and honest feedback.
Prep wasn’t always easy, but having James in my corner made all the difference. He always knew when to push me, when to make changes, and how to keep me focused on the goal. I stepped on stage feeling confident, prepared, and proud of what we’d achieved together.
If you’re looking for a coach who genuinely cares about your progress and wants the best for you, I couldn’t recommend James and Ascend Performance more."
DYLAN
"I have been on and off with my fitness for 6 years. Whilst there is easy access to information out there, there's also alot of misinformation. Ascend did something that I have been trying to achieve for 6 years. Be consistent and focusing on the areas that were necessary to help me get to my goals. Now I have the knowledge and commitment to continue my fitness journey thanks to Ascend."
MARTIN
"About two years ago I got to a point where I wasn’t really making any progress with my health and fitness and I was at a standstill. I was training and trying to eat well, but I didn’t really understand what I was doing or why I was doing it. I spent a fair bit of time trying to find the right coach because I wanted someone who would actually teach and guide me instead of just giving me a program. A mate recommended James from Ascend, and getting in touch with him was one of the best decisions I’ve made. From the first consultation, James has always been professional, easy to talk to, and genuinely interested in helping me improve.
He hasn’t just helped me get better results in the gym, he’s taught me how to train properly, how to diet without overcomplicating it, how to track my progress, and how to make changes when I need to. For the first time, I actually feel like I know what I’m doing both inside and outside of the gym. I’ve always appreciated how he’s happy to answer any questions I have and actually tries to educate me. It never feels like you’re just another client. He genuinely cares about how you’re going and wants you to succeed. The coaching has also gone well beyond training and nutrition. We’ve had so many conversations about discipline, work, and the things life can throw at you. It’s reassuring knowing you have someone who’s honest and will tell you what you need to hear, not just what you want to hear. Which is absolutely critical if you want to keep improving.
The physical results have been great. For the first time in my life, I’ve genuinely felt comfortable in my own skin, and that’s given me a level of confidence I’ve never really had before. More importantly though, everything I’ve learned over the last two years has given me a solid understanding of how to look after my health, keep making progress, and continue learning along the way.
James will always be my coach because I respect and trust him, but over the last couple of years he’s become a mate as well. If you’re thinking about getting a coach and want someone who genuinely cares, has an extensive amount of knowledge about what they talk about, and wants the best for you, I couldn’t recommend James and Ascend highly enough. Thank you for everything my bro👊🏽"
JAMES
"Before joining Ascend and working with James, I thought health was mostly about training hard and eating “healthy”. What I’ve learned goes far beyond that.
James has taught me how food truly fuels the body, how recovery is just as important as training, and how everything works together to create long term health and performance. I now have a much better understanding of nutrition, the body, and what it actually takes to feel and perform at my best.
More than anything, he’s helped me become a better version of myself through discipline, consistency, and accountability. I’ve learned the value of making good food choices, having self-control, and understanding that every decision adds up over time.
One of the biggest lessons I’ve taken away is that success isn’t about shortcuts or being perfect every day. It’s about showing up consistently. Some days you won’t be able to give 100%. What matters is that you still turn up, do what you can, and keep moving forward while listing to your body.
I’m incredibly grateful to James and Ascend for the knowledge, support, and mindset they’ve helped me build. The lessons I’ve learned go far beyond the gym, they’ve changed the way I approach my health, my habits, and my life. I couldn’t recommend Ascend highly enough."
TYLAH
"2026 was about committing to the journey of the best version of myself in body, mind & spirit. I chose James to be my coach who is a master in discipline, motivation, nutrition & body transformation resulting in the a shift in mindset & best shape of my life.
I could not of achieved this transformation without him. "
MATT