Matthew Hirst has been a personal trainer and boxing coach for over 15 years.
Matthew has experience working with many types of clients to help them achieve their goals. Build muscle, burn bodyfat, improve posture, learn to box or increase mobility and reduce pain are some of the areas Matthew can help.
18 customer reviews
Julia Fitzgerald
A community and a gym! I had been looking for a place that would offer a supported fitness training routine as well as a place that offered a safe space to meet new friends looking at all aspects of the benefits of exercise. A very hard thing to find, but Blastfit does it all and more!! Matt, the founder and my PT, is amazingly talented and experienced as well as generous with his time and personalised care he puts into everyone. He pushes me harder physically than ever before. Metrics every six weeks mean you KNOW how much you're improving and gives you the incentive to try even harder in every class. The extra effort into group walks, weekends away (walking in Brecons), sweepstakes for the worldcup is fantastic; working out with people who become friends is such a bonus. This week I had some real issues with my shoulder and neck and was in a lot of pain. I popped into to Matt who spent nearly an hour fixing me and checked in the next day to make sure I was still OK. You really won't get a better place to work out, get fitter happier and healthier than Blastfit, it has truly and magically enhanced my life. As a well known sports brand says JUST DO IT!! More...
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Louise M
2 words: game changingWhen I started working with Matt I had wrecked my back - it hurt to walk. I struggled to carry a bag. Now I am working out 5 times a week, am the fittest I have ever been, can bench my body weight and deadlift 1.7x my weight.It’s been like magic - Matt does a bunch of rehabilitation which in one session stops any back pain and leaves me ready for the week. the boxing has been brilliant for fitness, mobility and my state of mindI feel incredibly lucky to get to train with him - thanks Matt :) More...
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A KN
Blast fit has benefited my child in so many ways, more than boxing skills there's resilience, fitness, focus and social skills. Matt and his team have exceeded everything I hoped for. The atmosphere in the gym is fantastic, lots of energy, everyone just working towards their goals, supporting each other, having fun and working hard. Great environment for kids and adults. My child leaves his class exhausted and beaming, and very proud of what he is achieving each week.Easter Camp has also been amazing, I can leave my child confidently knowing that they are safe, nurtured, happy, healthy and well looked after, no devices in sight! A wide range of activities to keep them busy throughout the day, parents kept updated, young energic coaches bringing out the best in my child! Highly recommended.If there's a summer camp, we'll be booking!Thank you Blast Fit, a gem for our community. More...
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Narbeh Minassian
Really good value for money. You share a personal trainer with just one or two others for a fraction of the cost in Group Personal Training sessions. As good as one to one training.
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Greg Ritter
Matt is brilliant! Highly recommend his services 😃👌 If you are looking to get fit or just fancy trying boxing 🥊 there is no one better in the area !
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Alex Taylor
Matt was recommended by a very fit, and a "knowledgably fit", friend. Matt designed a programme of training for me which is taxing, but manageable, and which gets slightly harder each week. The brilliant aspect of the programme is that I can see my fitness improve week on week, which is a great motivator. He also gave me 'daily homework exercises' and provides feedback on my in-week comments on my performance. He takes a genuine personal interest in my improvement. I thoroughly recommend him. More...
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Meeten Ramji
Matt is a great trainer with a nice setup for both private and group sessions. Would recommend.
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YiJen Hsieh
I used to hate exercise for many years, but after joining Blastfit for six months of personal training, I started to like it — even enjoy it. The studio has such a different vibe compared to a typical gym. All the trainers have their own styles, but every one of them is attentive and supportive while you’re training. Matt, the owner, is such a lovely and genuine guy. I often attended his classes, he’s thoughtful, knowledgeable, and has really guided me toward a better path in fitness. I truly appreciate my journey at Blastfit. The results were so good that I even convinced my partner to join too! More...
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Amra Adam
I joined BLASTfit a few months ago and it's been a game changer for my fitness. After going to the gym on/off for years I feel like I've finally found something that really works. Highly recommend giving this a go!
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Daniel Nubour
Amazing place, very good team and support for the coaches, definitely a place that I recommend. For bring your boxing skills to next level
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Lewis Oakford
BLASfit gym is more than just a gym. The unity and people make the gym what it is, the master PT and my professional boxing coach Mathew Hurst plans bespoke sessions that drive you to smash your PBs, along with all of the staff there make hitting your fitness goals fun. Highly recommended if you're someone looking to start your fitness journey. The mighty Oak Lewis Oakford More...
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Beth Gregory
Matt has really helped me with me health & fitness. I'm in my fifties, going through menopause and I had almost constant knee and back pain when I started. He helped sort out issues with misalignment & showed me techniques for sorting out the pain at home (something an osteopath or physio hadn't ever done for me.) I got a lot stronger though his fun and varied classes & no longer have the pain issues. He's a great coach and will make sure you achieve your goals in a safe and structured way - always mixing it up so that it never gets boring. I lost a few inches along the way too. Bonus! More...
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Fareeha Usman
I cannot recommend Matt and BlastFit enough! An amazing experience for me, not just physically but mentally as well. The training sessions are tailored, motivating, and inclusive, making me feel supported every step of the way. What truly sets Matt, Ed, Kiara and Michael apart is their dedication to overall well-being. If you’re looking for a place that goes beyond just exercise and genuinely cares about your holistic health, this is it. Thank you, Matt and team, for making such a profound impact on my life! 🙏🏽 More...
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Karen
Fun, fun, fun! 👌 A friendly, inspiring and talented boxing team. Matt, Kiki, Oscar and Karim are totally mind, body and soul orientated -- which is great if your want to reach your best self. There are regular social events and the opportunity to attend or get involved in competitive boxing. The complete package! We all motivate, encourage and support one another. Joining up is the best decision I've made in ages. A must try for improved health, fitness, strength, weight loss and happiness! All to cool funky music. Much better than zumba, pilates and all that other rudimentary stuff. Kx More...
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Norval Denton
I've been attending BLASTFit for the past 6–8 weeks, and I can't say enough great things about this gym! While the sessions are definitely challenging and push me to my limits, they’ve been an absolute blast (no pun intended! ). The results I've seen in such a short time have been incredible, and I feel stronger, healthier, and more confident with each passing week. One of the standout features of BlastFit is its team of trainers. Every single one of them brings something unique to the table, and I’ve had a phenomenal experience working with all of them. Their expertise, energy, and encouragement make every workout something to look forward to. I’m still an active member and am loving every step of this journey. If you’re looking for a gym that delivers results, challenges you, and keeps you motivated, BlastFit is the place to be! More...
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Lucie Shaw
I've been coming to BLASTFit for just over a year now. It's made a big difference to my fitness level, and the training team are great - flexible, with a nice balance of challenge and humour/humanity! There is also a real sense of community. More...
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Addy Tee
BlastFit is an amazing place to start your fitness journey even with no previous fitness experience. I started a few months ago and have already seen great progress. Matt and the team provide good tailored advice and are very encouraging. The sessions are also great and everyone is nice. Definitely recommend! More...
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Grace Cummings
I made great progress with Matt in the time I was at Blast. He is friendly and motivational whilst being able to really put you through your paces. The group PT classes are fun and welcoming. I not only got fitter, stronger and lost weight but my confidence in using weights and my technique improved greatly too. I would highly recommend signing up to Blast if you are looking for a change to your workout routine! More...
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Personal Training
1 2 1 Training
Group personal training (2-6) people
Classes
Boxing Coaching
In can train beginner (boxing for fun) to professional boxers (boxing to fight).
