Professional Climber & Coach

Mat is a leading climbing coach with over ten years of experience creating highly bespoke training plans that elevate technique, mindset, and physical performance. His coaching is particularly effective for beginner to intermediate climbers, while he also assists more advanced athletes with climbing projects up to V14.

With 9a, E11, and V15 ascents to his name, Mat has spent years refining his methods—often using himself as the test subject. Drawing on a decade of first-hand experimentation and coaching insight, he tailors every program to the climber in front of him, ensuring a clear, honest approach that gives each athlete the most effective pathway for their own climbing journey.

About Mat

In 2024, Mat became the youngest climber in history to complete a route graded E11 (equivalent to 5.14c R in the U.S. system).

His ascents of Serenata (V15/8C), Hubble (9a/5.14c), and Rhapsody (E11 7a / 5.14c R) have given him rare, first-hand insight into what it takes to perform at the highest level across bouldering, sport climbing, and traditional climbing.

Alongside his personal achievements, Mat has coached hundreds of athletes worldwide, helping them break through plateaus, refine their skills, and reach their full climbing potential.

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Testimonials

Ross Penver

So happy with the coaching and support from Mat. It goes far beyond the training programme, his truly personal approach is immense, nothing ever seems to much to ask and I'm super thankful for the support and advice. On top of everything the community that you have created between all the others is so cool, super motivating and a great bonus to an already great programme. Cheers Mat! Here's to another cycle!
Tom Mapley

Very happy with everything mat provides. Great communication and super responsive! The training plan is well structured and easy to follow and I'm feeling real gains when it comes to on the wall strength! Also addresses any issues straight away and I can feel his passion and psyche for coaching!
Wang Chiew Hui

Yes! Excited to start on the next training phase :) thank you in particular for pointing out that confidence is perhaps the main thing I need to work on!! And for always being so encouraging, it helps me a lot to remember that climbing is not just about strength or numbers!!
Harry Gairn

Yes, very. It allows me to train hard without having to write a plan or do the research, my life is very busy this is a big plus. Also, being able to talk to a coach about my climbing and training around the clock is amazing.