Physical Preparation for Actors

Dan provides specialist physical preparation for actors working across film, television and theatre. He has worked with Oscar, Emmy and BAFTA-winning actors, leading talent agencies and major productions including Universal Pictures, Netflix, Amazon Studios, HBO, BBC and London’s West End.

Whether the requirement is a complete physical transformation, building muscle, reducing body fat or developing a specific physique for a role, Dan prepares actors to meet the physical demands of the project. He can also help you embody the physicality of your character — developing the strength, movement, presence and athletic ability required to make the performance feel not like a performance, but real.

When a project calls for it, preparation can extend into movement coaching, stunt preparation and screen combat. Arriving on set physically prepared and confident allows you to focus on your performance and the story, rather than worrying about whether your body is ready for the demands of the role. This is why much of Dan’s work with actors takes place during pre-production.

Every programme is built around the individual actor, their physiology, personality and the precise demands of the project. Training may include Strength & Conditioning, mobility and flexibility, movement coaching, stunt preparation, screen combat, martial arts, boxing, yoga, parkour, prehabilitation and nutritional support — from working with dietitians to coordinating meal delivery or a private chef.

Production schedules rarely go exactly to plan. Dan is accustomed to working discreetly around changing call sheets, travel and filming demands, with trusted practitioners and coaching support available internationally where required.

Over the past 15 years, Dan has prepared lead actors for more than 40 major film productions. Production credits and references are available upon request.

Discreet. Precise. Proven.

Fashion Model Conditioning

Since 2007, Dan Roberts has specialised in fashion model conditioning, working with talent from IMG, Wilhelmina, Ford, Elite, Premier, Storm, Marilyn, Francina, Oui and TESS.

His approach combines physical conditioning, aesthetics and movement to help models develop lean, strong, camera-ready physiques while supporting the demands of a career that can involve castings, campaigns, fittings, shows, travel and constantly changing schedules.

Training is designed to develop the qualities that matter in the industry: appropriate body composition, posture, core strength, coordination, muscle tone, movement quality and physical confidence. Models are athletes, and their training should reflect the unique demands of the profession.

Every programme is personalised around the individual and their professional commitments. Coaching is delivered through private one-to-one sessions via Zoom, with additional support available through Dan’s trusted network of model-friendly coaches in New York, Los Angeles and Paris, helping maintain continuity wherever your career takes you.

Wellbeing is central to the process. Recovery, sleep, nutrition, stress management and daily routines are considered alongside training to help models stay strong, healthy, resilient and camera-ready throughout demanding periods.

Discreet. Precise. Proven.

High-Performance Coaching for Professional Athletes

Dan is an innovative Strength, Conditioning & Performance Coach who can directly help your athletic career.

Working with you (and your current coaches), Dan can enhance movement, mobility, functional strength, endurance, agility, power, and precision. We can look at your current program and make tweaks to optimise performance, reduce that niggling injury and take you to the next level. Every programme is custom-built to your physiology, goals, and performance timeline, balancing immediate results with long-term athletic development.

With a career spanning three decades, Dan has coached Team GB track athletes, professional fighters (Boxing, BJJ, Muay Thai, Wrestling), and top-tier competitors across golf, tennis, skiing, climbing, surfing, wakeboarding, ultra-running, and more. His work includes creating strength & conditioning protocols for national sports teams, designing accredited coaching qualifications, and mentoring PT’s and Strength Coaches worldwide.

Dan and his trusted network of specialists bring a depth of insight that only true field experience can deliver.

Request a consultation to explore how we can help you.

Look, feel and perform your best.

Regardless of your age, body shape, fitness level or profession, Dan offers intelligent, results-driven coaching designed to help you become stronger, leaner, healthier and more capable. Every programme is tailored to your unique goals, physiology and lifestyle. He’ll work alongside you every step of the way, helping you set ambitious standards, creating a clear roadmap, and holding you accountable throughout your journey.

Dan works with clients who want to make meaningful, lasting changes. If you’re simply looking to tone up a little, he’s probably not the right coach for you.

Private coaching is demanding, but it’s also rewarding, playful, thought-provoking and fun. Dan’s role extends far beyond helping you achieve your physical goals. It’s about introducing you to the world of Athletic Living – challenging old assumptions, exploring new ideas, discovering different ways to train, and helping you build a healthier, more capable relationship with your body.

If you’d like to explore whether working with Dan is the right fit for you, please request a consultation below.

The Ultimate Six-Month Transformation

Dan Roberts’ signature six-month programme is a highly personalised experience for individuals seeking exceptional, lasting change. Acting as your Lifestyle Architect, Wellness Strategist, Body Transformation Coach and Fitness Concierge, Dan oversees every aspect of your physical wellbeing and performance.

Together, you’ll develop a bespoke roadmap tailored to your goals, lifestyle and ambitions. From private coaching and nutrition to travel, recovery and daily performance habits, every detail is carefully considered. Where required, Dan will collaborate with your existing team—including private chefs, physicians, physiotherapists and personal assistants—or assemble a trusted network of specialists to support you wherever you are in the world.

Drawing on more than three decades of coaching experience, international expeditions, luxury wellness retreats and an unrivalled network of leading practitioners, Dan provides an experience defined by discretion, precision and genuine personal care.

Created for those who expect the very highest standards of service, this is the most comprehensive private coaching experience offered by the Dan Roberts Group.

Trusted by members of Royal Families, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, Academy Award-winning actors and leaders across business, fashion and sport.

Available by application only. To enquire, contact Dan directly.

“Dan Roberts provides the world’s best Transformation program.”

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