Coach · The Box Barnsley

Matt Holland

Hi, I'm Matt! I've been part of The Box since 2022, I coach our Functional classes and I'm the mastermind behind Friday Fusion.

I walked through the doors of The Box as a member in 2022 and, like most people here, I was hooked pretty quickly. The workouts were tough, the coaching was brilliant, but it was the people that kept me coming back.

Now I'm on the other side of the whiteboard, coaching our Functional classes. I know exactly what it feels like to walk in for the first time, because not that long ago that was me, so I'll always make sure you feel welcome.

I'm also the mastermind behind Friday Fusion, our Friday evening barbell session: heavy lifts, explosive movements, technique work and a spicy finisher to end the week. If you've ever wondered who to blame for the finisher, it's me! My favourite lift is the clean. There's nothing quite like moving a bar from the floor to your shoulders in one fast, smooth movement, and I love helping members find the moment it finally clicks.

"Not long ago I was the new member walking through the door. Now I get to help other people feel at home here."

Coaching style

Friendly, focused and big on technique. I'll help you move well first, then help you lift heavier, and I'll be right there cheering when you hit a PB.

Catch Matt in class

Matt coaches our Functional classes and Friday Fusion, the Friday 5:30pm barbell session he created.

Outside the gym

Away from the gym you'll usually find me out with my dog, Mocha, who is without doubt my favourite training partner. Ask me about Mocha and I'll show you far too many photos.