Owner, Fitness Trainer, Boxing Coach

Matthew Hirst

I believe in a science-based, holistic, and human-centric approach to fitness. His career began as the youngest soldier deployed in Bosnia, later becoming an award-winning personal trainer. With over 20 years of experience in fitness and boxing, he founded Blast Fit, based on his own innovative concepts. Matt is a devoted father of two daughters, a loving husband, and a cat owner. He is a cornerstone of the local community, actively supporting schools, educating about fitness, and bringing people together.

Fitness Trainer, Proffessional Boxer

Ed Chattey

I got into fitness as I needed discipline after getting into some healthy habits. I’ve been boxing since I was 20, won amateur London title, and have turned professional making my debut in May 2024. I believe I can build other’s belief, improve their confidence, and help them to become stronger, fitter, leaner, and ultimately achieve their goals. I consider boxing and calistehnics areas of expertise, although I’m knowledgable in weight loss and strength building as well.

Three areas I would consider expertise would be: nutrition (I’m a level 3 qualified nutritionist ), boxing (I love teaching the technical side of boxing, and weight training, helping people to gain strength, lose weight, and build muscle.

Boxing Coach (begginers to advanced)

Michael Fitzgibbon

Hello, I’m Michael. I am a qualified England boxing coach, working with amateur boxers and children. I am also a former, unlicensed boxer with 10 years experience. I have played football at both town and county level, achieving success in National Cups as well as local and county competitions. 

I run fitness and technical boxing classes for men and women at various levels. My goal is to strike a good balance between training and fun, pushing you to achieve your fitness goals. My classes are designed to make you work harder whilst still enjoying them, making it feel less like exercise. I have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of fitness and diet so I can also assist with working out an eating plan that will compliment your fitness goals.

As well as coaching, I am a father of 3 and a electrician by trade so I fully understand the challenges that finding a balance between work, family life, diet and exercise can bring. I offer classes at various times throughout weekday evenings and weekends and also offer personal training sessions, enabling you to train alongside your life commitments and giving you the best possible chance of success.

Amateur Boxing & Fitness Coach

Kiara Lorenzo

After falling in love with boxing, I transitioned from the corporate world into the fitness industry. Now being a fully qualified PT & Boxing Coach, my passion is sharing my knowledge and expertise with others.

As Head Amateur Boxing Coach at Blast Fit, I work closely with children aged 5 upwards, challenging them to be the best they can be in all aspects of their lives. I also have a keen interest in working with women, aiming to defy the limits set on us! With an understanding of exercise for both pre and post-natal women, we can work to stay fit during pregnancy and to shift that stubborn weight following giving birth with injury prevention being a prime focus.

If you're looking to improve your strength, endurance, performance, lose weight, or learn the fundamentals of boxing - I am here to support you inside & outside of the gym!