About

about us

OUR COACHING PHILOSOPHY

A multidisciplinary approach for multi-faceted you.

Strength
Power
Conditioning
Mobility
Movement Skill
Climbing Technique
Fear & Risk Management
Nutrition
Recovery
Mindset
Goal Setting
Programme & Planning
Accountability
Strategy & Tactics

We learn from world-leading programmes.

There's nothing like hands-on experience.

With a combined 28 years spent coaching, we’ve worked with individuals from all walks of life. We know the importance of tailoring your programme to match real world lives. We’re still coaching and learning every day!

MEET THE COACHES

Hi, I'm Matt

“When things seemed really bleak with the medical profession in terms of making progress after my accident, Matt always had new perspectives and tools that have consistently led to improvement that have made my life so much better, enjoyable and opened up ability to do things that make everyday living less painful and with more possibilities.” J A

"Been training with Matt for the best part of 10 years, and what a fantastic trainer he is. All my plans are perfectly aligned to help me reach whatever goals I have at the time." Naiya Patel

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Focus areas Strength & Conditioning, Sports Rehab, Pain Management & Injury Rehab, Health & Wellness practices, Mental Performance & Mindset.

Interests Helping people get back to doing the things they love & get more from their sport. Anything physical, and especially Jiu-Jitsu/MMA.

Background Sports Leadership & Management B.A, Advanced Personal Training followed by a wide range of health and fitness qualifications, 14 years coaching, sport since I can remember including Football, Rugby, Boxing, MMA and I’m currently a purple belt in Jiu-Jitsu.

Hi, I'm Xian

"Xian has a way of breaking down climbing movement into digestible chunks which, in effect, makes climbing less daunting and presents surprising results when it's all put together." Chrissie Gomez

"Before I started working with her I was stumbling through the routes and now I actually feel like I know what I'm doing and can also visualize what I want to do." A H

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Focus areas Climbing Technique, Problem Solving, Risk & Fear Management, Returning to Climbing Post-Injury, Mental Preparation & Tactics

Interests Sustainable & lasting progress, Work-life-climbing balance, Finding your own way to climb

Background 17 years climbing, 9 years working in various parts of the climbing industry. Climbing achievements include 8A boulder, 8a sport, former Team Singapore, British Bouldering Championships 2014 Finalist, Asian Youth Speed Climbing 2007 Champion. Visit xiangoh.com for full bio.

Hi, I'm Xian

"Xian has a way of breaking down climbing movement into digestible chunks which, in effect, makes climbing less daunting and presents surprising results when it's all put together." Chrissie Gomez

"Before I started working with her I was stumbling through the routes and now I actually feel like I know what I'm doing and can also visualize what I want to do." A H

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Hi, I'm Ross

"Ross at APS Coaching singlehandedly changed my life. I had previously seen so many different specialists both privately and on the NHS. His understanding of not only our bodies systems but also our mindset made a huge difference in getting me back to me again." Gavin Bush

"I’ve been working with Ross for over 10 years now and at 52, I’ve never been stronger or fitter." Jo French

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Focus areas Pain Management & Injury Rehab, Sports Therapy, Movement Skill Development, Corrective Exercise, Manual Therapy, Traditional Strength & Conditioning, Programme Design for Athletic Performance, Nutrition, Holistic Health

Interests Everything to do with Shoulders, Climbers & Skiers

Background Sports Science BSc, Sports Therapy and a whole bunch of health and fitness qualifications, 14 years coaching, 10 years climbing, keen outdoor boulderer.

Not sure who's the best coach for you?

OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS

Xian Goh

Climbing coach

Focus areas Climbing Technique, Problem Solving, Risk & Fear Management, Returning to Climbing Post-Injury, Mental Preparation & Tactics

Interests Sustainable & lasting progress, Work-life-climbing balance, Finding your own way to climb

Ciaran Keen

Osteopath

Focus areas Pain & Injury Diagnosis / Management, Rehab & Performance Exercise, Planning a Return to Play, Manual Therapy, Strength & Capacity Testing

Interests Runners, Triathlon, Track & Field, Low Back Pain, Ankle, Knee, Hip, Muscle Injuries

Background Integrated Masters in Osteopathy 2014, Coached CrossFit & Olympic Weightlifting, studying for Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, and I enjoy anything outdoors from hiking to mountain biking.