About Matt Walker

Performance Coach. Former British Commando. Health & Movement Specialist.

Helping busy professionals and adults over 35 build strength, improve health and perform at their best through personalised coaching.

Over 20 Years Helping People Perform Better

Since founding Summit Personal Training in 2006, which later evolved into Urban Athlete, Matt has coached athletes, professionals, parents and everyday people looking to become stronger, healthier and more resilient.

His approach combines:

Movement
Building strength, mobility and confidence.

Mindset
Developing discipline and habits that create lasting change.

Recovery
Optimising lifestyle factors that support long-term health.

A Life Built Around Performance

From the mountains of Mammoth, California to Commando training with the British Army, Matt Walker has built his life around challenge, resilience and human performance.

His journey began in 1998 as a snowboard instructor in California, where his passion for movement, adventure and physical performance first developed.

After returning to the UK, Matt joined the British Army and completed the demanding Commando training program, earning the prestigious Green Beret and Commando Dagger while serving with 29 Commando Regiment Royal Artillery, 3 Commando Brigade Royal Marines.

That same discipline and mindset now forms the foundation of his coaching philosophy.

Coaching Expertise

Matt specialises in helping clients with:

  • Strength & conditioning

  • Fat loss and body composition

  • Training for adults over 35

  • Movement and injury prevention

  • Nutrition and lifestyle optimisation

  • Running and endurance performance

  • Martial arts and combat sports conditioning

Qualifications & Experience

Performance Credentials

Poliquin PICP Level 4 Strength Coach
Advanced strength training and performance coaching.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
Years of practical experience in movement, grappling and combat sports.

MovNat Level 2 Coach
Natural movement and physical capability.

Holistic Health Coach
Integrating training, recovery and lifestyle.

Diploma in Personal Training
The highest qualification you can gain for a PT.

Beyond Coaching

Matt's own athletic journey includes:

  • Competitive snowboarding and skiing

  • Rugby

  • Ironman triathlon

  • Ultra-distance trail running

  • Kettlebell sport

  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

  • Boxing

This experience allows him to coach from both professional knowledge and personal experience.

The Philosophy

"Build a body that is strong, capable and ready for whatever life demands."

True health is not just about looking better.

It is about having the strength, energy and confidence to enjoy life and perform at your best.