Our Story
How It All Started
Our journey began with personal transformation, not business plans.
Tina started Space to Thrive after her own lifestyle change transformed everything. Running became her lifeline through difficult times, leading to better mental health, increased energy, and a completely new outlook on life. But it wasn't just about getting fitter – it was about discovering how powerfully connected our minds and bodies really are.
Her studies in Psychology opened her eyes to environmental psychology and how crucial our surroundings and support systems are for wellbeing. This unique combination of personal experience and academic understanding showed her that true health isn't just about exercise or nutrition in isolation – it's about bringing together mental and physical wellbeing.
Working in the NHS reinforced this belief whilst also revealing how much misinformation exists around nutrition and health. She got frustrated seeing people given advice that simply didn't work – advice that ignored the psychological side of creating lasting change.
Matt always wanted to be a personal trainer since school, but life got in the way. Family commitments and work meant the dream was put on hold for years.
Then COVID happened. Suddenly there was time to finally pursue those qualifications and join the business Tina had started.
What makes us different? We understand that lasting change happens when you address both mind and body together. While other services might focus purely on workouts or diet plans, we know that your environment, mindset, and support system are just as important as the exercises you do or the food you eat.
This is why we call it 'Space to Thrive' – because we create the right physical and mental space for real, sustainable change.
Why We Do What We Do
It's Personal for Us
We've been where you are.
Our own transformations taught us
Our Mission
What Makes Us Different
We Create Safe Spaces
We Focus on You, Not Us
We Build Relationships
Meet the Team
Tina Health Coach, Personal Trainer & Co-Founder
Background
Qualified Personal Trainer with NHS experience in nutrition and diabetes care
Doctoral researcher in health and environmental psychology
Understands what it takes to create lasting lifestyle change—having transformed her own health through running, consistency, and mindset work
Combines personal training and coaching to help clients build strength, structure, and confidence as they work toward their first fitness event
What drives her
“I want people to have access to proper health information and support—not the generic advice that rarely works in real life.”
Tina blends strength-focused personal training with holistic coaching to help clients feel capable, consistent, and confident—especially when training for something new. Whether it’s building a plan, establishing habits, or staying motivated, she provides the tools and support needed to take on that first fitness challenge and keep going beyond it.
Coaching strengths
Coaching for first-time fitness events (races, challenges, milestones)
Mindset and habit coaching for long-term change
Holistic support around training, recovery, and routine
Helping people feel in control of their health and fitness
Matt Personal Trainer & Co-Founder
Background
Qualified Level 3 Personal Trainer (currently completing Level 4 Strength & Conditioning)
Has completed a triathlon, ultra marathon, marathon, open water swim events, and more recently, hybrid fitness challenges
Understands what it takes to build habits, confidence, and motivation from the ground up
Focused on strength, performance, and helping clients prepare for their first fitness event
What drives him
“I love helping people realise they’re capable of more than they thought—especially when they’re training for something that feels just out of reach.”
Matt combines professional coaching with personal experience of taking on new challenges and reshaping his own routine. He supports clients through their first fitness event—whether that’s a race, a challenge, or something deeply personal—making the process clear, manageable, and rewarding.
Coaching strengths
Event-focused personal training (first-time races, challenges, and fitness milestones)
Strength and performance development
Building confident, independent gym users
Turning nervous beginners into motivated participants
Our Approach
For Personal Training
For Health Coaching
For Both
Looking to the Future
Our dream is simple: to have our own dedicated space where we can offer retreats, workshops, and even more comprehensive support for people wanting to transform their health.
But right now, we're focused on helping the people discover what it feels like to truly thrive.
Why Choose Space to Thrive?
Evidence Based + Personal Experience
Confidence Building Framework
Genuine Partnership
Ready to Create Your Space to Thrive?
Whether you're interested in personal training, health coaching, or not sure which would help most - let's have a conversation.
We offer free taster sessions and discovery calls because the right fit matters more than a quick sale.
Get in touch and let's see how we can help you create the changes you've been thinking about.
