“I met Matty when I was having some real Mummy Body issues and had been suffering a long history of chronic pain in my shoulder. He reassured me that I would be able to move my body in a safe way and if it became too much that we could switch things up. I saw Matty two times a week and not only did I build strength i...”
GetStronger,MoveSafer,FeelBetter
Personal training in Sutherland that meets you where you are, injury or self-doubt included.
Training That Transforms
PT Collective is built on Matty's belief that everyone deserves to feel confident moving their body. Whether you're recovering from chronic pain, rebuilding strength after years away from fitness, or just need someone who gets it—Matty creates safe, effective training plans that actually stick.
Recent work from PT Collective.
What we do.
Progressive resistance training to build real strength and functional fitness for life.

Safe, evidence-based programmes designed to rebuild mobility and strength after injury or chronic pain.

Specialised training to help you reclaim your body and confidence after having children.

One-on-one guidance to make the gym feel like your space, not an intimidating one.

Master proper movement patterns to prevent injury and maximise results from every session.

Tailored sessions built around your goals, limitations, and life—delivered with genuine encouragement.

A simple, honest process — start to finish.
- 01
Initial Consultation
Meet with Matt to discuss your goals, limitations, and training history in a relaxed setting.
- 02
Movement Assessment
We evaluate your current strength, mobility, and technique to build your personalised starting point.
- 03
Tailored Program Design
Receive a programme built specifically around your needs, whether strength, recovery, or confidence.
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Ongoing Check-ins
Regular feedback and adjustments keep you progressing safely and ensure sessions remain effective.
Initial Consultation
Meet with Matt to discuss your goals, limitations, and training history in a relaxed setting.
Movement Assessment
We evaluate your current strength, mobility, and technique to build your personalised starting point.
Tailored Program Design
Receive a programme built specifically around your needs, whether strength, recovery, or confidence.
Ongoing Check-ins
Regular feedback and adjustments keep you progressing safely and ensure sessions remain effective.
Personal training that actually feels personal
- Specialises in chronic pain and injury recovery
- Helps nervous gym-goers feel at home and confident
- Delivers consistent strength gains with proper form
- Friendly, approachable demeanour from first session
- Adaptable programmes that work around your body's needs
Personal training that actually feels personal
Matt creates a space where you feel genuinely comfortable, whether you're rebuilding after injury, recovering postpartum, or simply nervous about the gym. His approach combines friendly encouragement with solid technique and real results.
The work speaks. So do the people we’ve done it for.
“I have been training with Matt since 2018 and i have to say is one of the best PT I have trained with. With his workouts I got more strength, he helped me to get back my pull ups !!! Also his sessions are really easy to follow always does correction about techniques and explains what is the exercise designed for. Wi...”
“Matty is one of the best! His super friendly personality makes you feel comfortable even if you aren’t comfortable in gym environments. He’s the perfect push you need to help you achieve fitness goals ! We always enjoyed our training sessions with Matty!”
“I have been training with Matt since 2017 and have never had a better experience with any other trainer or gym in all my years of trying to better myself. Apart from his friendly and approachable demeanour which was obvious from the start, I found Matty to be extremely knowledgeable and able to explain things in a...”
CuriousAboutSomething?
No. Matt specialises in helping people who feel intimidated by gym environments. His Gym Confidence Coaching is designed to make the gym feel like your space, not an intimidating one.
Yes. Injury Recovery Training is a core service, using evidence-based programmes to rebuild mobility and strength at the right pace for your body.
Matt offers specialised Postpartum Fitness training designed to help you reclaim your body and confidence safely after having children.
Technique & Form Coaching is built into sessions. Matt teaches proper movement patterns to prevent injury and maximise results from every workout.
Your programme is tailored to you and reviewed regularly. Matt adapts sessions based on ongoing check-ins and how your body responds.