Raise Your Standards
10+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
RESULTS GUARANTEED
PERSONALIZED PROGRAMS
RYS - Personal Trainers in Amsterdam
Our name RYS stands for Raise Your Standards. We help people become stronger, healthier, and more confident through science based strength training, nutrition guidance, and lifestyle coaching. RYS is not a commercial gym. It is a private studio environment designed for focused coaching and real, measurable results.
We start by mapping out your goals and gaining clarity on your current and desired reality. Then we create a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle and schedule. Our coaches are highly educated and trained to guide you step by step so you can improve technique, avoid injury, and build lasting habits that support long-term progress.
Many of our clients are entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, and motivated professionals who value structure, privacy, and a coaching experience that respects their time.
At the same time, RYS is trusted by a wide range of clients, from young athletes to older adults, aged roughly 12 to 83. Some want to improve their sports performance, while others aim to move better, feel healthier, reduce pain, or age well with strength and confidence. Our science-based approach focuses on longevity, hormonal balance, and sustainable progress, always tailored to the individual’s level, lifestyle, and goals.
Who We Help
- Strength training with proper guidance and injury-safe progression
- Better posture, mobility, and pain-free movement (especially after long workdays)
- Fat loss, muscle gain, and long-term body composition improvements
- Efficiency and structure when time is limited or schedules change
- Confidence in the gym with correct technique and form
- Accountability, lifestyle coaching, and measurable monthly progress
- Support with sleep, stress, hormones, and energy management
- Sustainable results, not temporary motivation
Choose The Program
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Our Method
PERSONAL TRAINING STUDIO
We are a small exclusive personal training studio. RYS is a premium coaching service that creates physically and mentally stronger and healthier individuals through a scientific and practical approach to strength training, nutrition and mindset to optimize your well-being, performance and daily life.
NUTRITION & SUPPLEMENT
Your energy, focus, ability to perform and achieve your physical goals are highly dependent on the nutritional choices you make. You will receive a personal nutrition plan and/or supplement plan adapted to your needs, goals and daily life. Your nutritional and supplement plan will be updated throughout.
POSTURAL ANALYSIS & PHYSICAL SCREENING
We believe it is important to draw up a personal and appropriate training program. That is why we do a movement analysis and a number of physical tests, where we look at how your muscles and joints move. If there are any obstacles, our coaches know what they need to work on and how to correct this for optimal progression.
INTAKE
We always start with an extensive intake. During this conversation, one of our highly qualified coaches will map out your current lifestyle and goals. This intake forms the basis on which we draw up a plan tailored to you.
BASELINE MEASUREMENT
To get an up-to-date and detailed picture, we take a number of measurements. We determine your body weight and measure 13 different skin folds.
TRAINING
We draw up your training program based on the results of the intake, the baseline measurement, physical screening and your personal goals.
Programs & Pricing
We currently operate in two private studio locations:
RYS De Pijp and RYS Zuid in Amsterdam.
Personal Training 1-on-1
*After completing the introductory package, 1-on-1 personal training is possible starting at €372,- per/month
- Personalized training programs tailored to your needs
- 1-on-1 personal training sessions (number of sessions based on your needs)
- Lifestyle coaching: nutritional guidance, energy optimization, sleep improvement, hormonal balance, detoxification, gut health optimization and stress management
- Monthly skinfold measurements and feedback
- A protein shake for improved recovery after every training session
- Coffee and organic tea
- Luxurious shower and shower products
- Infrared sauna
- Fresh towels
Duo Training 1-on-2
*After completing the introductory package, 1-on-2 duo training is possible starting at €532,- per/month
- Personalized training programs tailored to your needs
- 1-on-2 duo training sessions
- Lifestyle coaching: nutritional guidance, energy optimization, sleep improvement, hormonal balance, detoxification, gut health optimization and stress management
- Monthly skinfold measurements and feedback
- A protein shake for improved recovery after every training session
- Coffee and organic tea
- Healthy snacks
- Luxurious shower and shower products
- Infrared sauna
- Fresh towels
Small Group Training 1-on-4
*After completing the introductory package, 1-on-4 semi private training is possible starting at €172,- per/month
- Structured training programs
- 1-on-4 semi private training sessions
- Set training times
- A protein shake for improved recovery after every training session
- Coffee and organic tea
- Healthy snacks
- Luxurious shower and shower products
- Infrared sauna
- Fresh towels
Why Choose RYS
- It’s a private studio, not a crowded gym.
- Expert coaches with physiotherapy & sports backgrounds
- Precision technique to prevent injuries
- Supportive coaching, not judgment or pressure
- Progress based on data, not assumptions
- English & Dutch speaking trainers
- Sustainable results, not shortcuts
Meet The Team
What Clients Say About RYS
Posted on Alex Bennett GrantTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Drew and the crew have built the best gym, offering with the best PT advice from the nicest group of human beings that I’ve had the pleasure to train with. Honestly, a god send for my mental and physical health. Thank you guys - keep it special. Professor ABG. XPosted on Ali NassarTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Truly a great place to train! Besides the fact that the place is equipped with cutting-edge machines and equipment, you are also welcomed by a bunch of great people! After a nice conversation with Andrew about why I want to start training at RYS, I started a little over a month ago. I think it's one of the best things I've recently done for myself. I had many injuries in the past, and did a thorough intake with Pawel. Their approach comes from a scientific perspective, which I really liked! I trained with almost all the trainers there, and they are all very experienced trainers. The quality of training is the same regardless of the trainer. After every training you get to choose a protein shake from a wide variety of delicious flavors! I was also provided with an optimal nutrition plan to help achieve my goals. Their main mission is to improve the physical state and mental well-being of their clients, and making money doesn't seem like their main goal! Happy to be part of this gym! If you are looking for a place with quality personal training, I highly recommend this place.Posted on Jason MeadeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Truly an exceptional place. Andrew, Leo, Nuno, Pawel, and Krisztina are all phenomenal trainers that fully understand your goals, make adjustments for your setbacks, and make the process comfortable for newcomers. I wanted a place to learn how to work out properly, starting from scratch, and learn a better path to getting healthy. RYS is highly recommended for those at any place in your training journey to improve yourself while finding a sense of community along the way.Posted on Anne SmitTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Na een uitgebreide intake met Andrew ben ik inmiddels al een paar maanden op weg met Nuno. Elke paar weken krijg ik een op maat gemaakt programma, waardoor ik merkbaar sterker word. De studio voelt als een fijne plek om naartoe te gaan: er wordt hard gewerkt/getraind, maar er word ook veel gelachen. RYS is wat mij betreft een aanrader voor iedereen die op zoek is naar persoonlijke én effectieve personal training.Posted on EsteraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fijne plek om aan je conditie te werken. Super gemotiveerde trainers die je uitdagen om iedere keer dat stapje extra te zetten. Je traint in een kleine/intieme setting, de trainers luisteren goed naar je wensen en houden rekening met (mogelijke) blessures. Voor mij een super goede ervaring, ik zou het aanbevelen aan iedereen die niet van sporten houdt maar toch wil sporten. Je wordt positief verrast bij RYS.Posted on Kirstin LeMayTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This gym is more than just a workout space; it's a community that truly supports and inspires you. The trainers are knowledgeable and push you to reach your goals while ensuring workouts are tailored to your needs. The positive, uplifting atmosphere makes every session motivating. If you want a place that challenges you, helps you to achieve your goals, and incorporates some fun...this is the perfect fit! - EdwardPosted on Filip Mehrotra BarsbyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Love this place and all the coaches. They get to know you personally and all tips and exercises are specifically adapted to you. Would recommend 10/10 timesPosted on jelmer jeen HaanstraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. In mijn optiek is het de perfecte plek om personal training te ervaren, want het is in alle opzichten persoonlijk. De atmosfeer, de training en zij doen meer; helpen je ook met gewoontes (bewegen, voeding & rust) in het normale leven, waardoor je de gestelde doelen (gezamenlijk met je trainer) gaat behalen als je 'committed' bent! 'Raise Your Standard baby!' Cheers JJPosted on Quinten LauwersTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic place with an incredibly talented and passionate crew. Andrew, Pawel, Leo and Nuno are each experts that drive you to your best self and they even manage to make it extremely fun! The location is perfect, the equipment is top notch and the tunes are impeccable. Even the protein shake at the end gets made with more care than the average cocktail in Amsterdam. Cannot recommend this place enough.Posted on Nuno LourençoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After struggling with back and knee problems for what felt like forever, I had almost given up hope. I tried different gyms, studios, and trainers, but nothing really worked...until I found Andrew Dawson and RYS Personal Training. Everything changed from that moment... Not only have my back and knee pains disappeared, but I feel strong and energized to play with my kids, lift heavy things around the house, and even get work done in the garden! What’s amazing about RYS is that they don’t just focus on the workouts. The team really helped me with lifestyle coaching too, and it made such a difference. I’ve trained for years, but I used to feel too skinny no matter what I did. Working with RYS, I’ve built muscle, feel stronger than ever, and most importantly, I am happy in my own body and confident that it will stay with me for the rest of my life. If you are looking for real results, personalized attention in a supportive and welcoming environment, I can’t recommend RYS Personal Training enough. I’ve never felt this good, and I know this amazing team can help others get there too!