Wilmington Strength - Personal Training

Fantastic experience: Very happy with Matt and team and Wilmington Strength. My son is seeing progress and enjoys the environment! Great place for the student athlete.

Fantastic experience: Staff is super motivated challenge the kids to get better highly recommend using them if your athlete wants to be challenged

Fantastic experience: Matt and his team have been great. Have seen improvements in my son’s strength and agility and he loves going!

Fantastic experience: Coach Matt has been fantastic to work with. My 12 year old has really been enjoying the workouts and getting stronger for football season.

Fantastic experience: We have had an excellent experience with Wilmington Strength. Great communication, excellent training, and super easy to schedule trainings. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: We LOVE Wilmington Strength! Our two kids, ages 15 and 10, go there and have a fantastic time! All the coaches are wonderful, good sense of community, and most importantly our kids are seeing real measurable results! Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Wilmington Strength is the best gym in Wilmington! The staff is amazing and supportive. Definitely will be back!

Fantastic experience: Great trainer! Highly recommend! Been training with him for over a year!

Fantastic experience: The youth program has been great for my son. He has really enjoyed it and has seen some great results.

Fantastic experience: I’ve had a great experience at Wilmington Strength since joining a few months ago. The facilities, equipment, environment and personalized coaching are all top notch! Excellent adult and young athletes programs!

Fantastic experience: Although it's only been two months since we signed up our thirteen years old grandson at Wilmington Strength, we've noticed physical changes in his upper and lower body and his attitude has also been positive and his desire to become stronger and faster is also noticeable. Our goal is to have him ready for football Camp in July and for his strength and footwork, speed will continue to improve. Thank you Coach Seacrest. Mel To'oto'o Mason Daniel (grandson)

Fantastic experience: Coach Matt is great with the kids. I really like how he starts the kids with the fundamentals and they move up gradually as they master the skills needed for more advanced lifts. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: This place has become one of my safe spaces! Hands down I have the best trainers! They have patience with me, they inspire me, believe in me and safely push me to my limits! I love them! I never thought I would look foward to going to the gym!!! I've been spending my mornings getting right! I feel so much better. If you are looking for a gym home you have found the right place! I was going through so much when I walked through those doors but I was never judged but I was cared for, motivated and strengthened.

Fantastic experience: Coach Matt & his staff are incredible. My son works out doing the strength and speed youth programs and I couldn’t recommend them more! If you have a youth athlete even slightly interested in getting stronger and faster while learning the techniques of lifting…this is where you need to be!

Fantastic experience: My kids love the workout and I've been very happy with the coaches. The coaches really focus on good form and building on fundamentals. Highly recommend for anyone looking to improve athleticly

Fantastic experience: Our son is in the youth strength and conditioning program and loves it!

Fantastic experience: Matt is a truly wonderful coach and trainer. He is very patient and conscientious and challenges me in a really encouraging and positive way. He has provided a customized program to meet my needs and goals and age! I have worked with others in the past but none compare with Matt at Wilmington Strength. And the icing on the cake is that he is an incredibly nice and friendly guy. You will be happily rewarded working out with him.

Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Wilmington Strength enough, especially Matt! From day one, he’s been super cool and a great coach. What really stands out is how meticulous he is with planning workouts. Everything is tailored specifically to us—no cookie-cutter routines. He takes the time to understand our goals, focuses on proper form, and makes sure every session is both effective and sustainable what really separates Matt from other trainers is how much he genuinely cares. He goes above and beyond to make sure we succeed—whether it’s tweaking a workout to fit our needs, giving extra tips on recovery and nutrition, or just checking in to see how we’re feeling. You can tell he’s passionate about what he does, and it makes a huge difference. The gym itself has a great vibe—clean, well-equipped. If you’re looking for a trainer who actually takes the time to do things right and is fully invested in our progress, Matt is your guy.

Fantastic experience: Great experience. Evan and Matt create such a positive environment for young athletes to thrive.

Fantastic experience: I love Wilmington Strength because It’s a smaller, but very personable gym that has everything you need to working towards a stronger body, teaching you proper form in lifting weights safely, which is very important for anyone who is starting out. Matt and Evan are very professional, competent and knowledgeable in what they do. I have congenital scoliosis with a significant mid thoracic curve which causes pain. They made a plan specific to my needs and after training for several months, I can say that my back has never been more pain free—stronger and straighter than ever before!! Thank you, Matt and Evan, I’m very thankful for all you’ve done. I'm more encouraged to work towards a better, healthier and stronger me because of them. They are some of the best caring people I’ve ever met and are amazing at what they do. Wilmington strength does a phenomenal job at making sure you reach your goals. Highly recommended them!

Fantastic experience: I could not be more grateful for the experience I had at Wilmington strength. During my time here, I went from being scared of lifting due to a college injury to finding my love for the gym all over again. I have had a ton of training in the past where I didn’t feel as though a program was catered to my needs and this was definitely not the same. Whether you are a young athlete or an adult, this is truly a great gym with an amazing group of personal trainers. Sad to be moving, otherwise I would have continued to be apart of this amazing community.

Fantastic experience: Both of my kids love going to Wilmington Strength! Matt is very knowledgeable on many different sports and each kid has their own personal workout. My kids have improved in strength and speed since working out with WS! Very highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: My 13 year old son has been training at Wilmington Strength for a month now. He loves it - is motivated, seeing changes in his strength and agility and is growing more and more confident. The coaches are a great blend of support and motivation - we are so happy with the whole program!

Fantastic experience: Top notch staff and environment. Great for young athletes.

Fantastic experience: Matt and the coaches are so attentive to make sure each athlete has the right form and doing it the right way!

Fantastic experience: Coach Matt and his team are great!!! They make training both effective and enjoyable. They focus on building strength, speed, my son Aaron loves going for training . Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: My son loves coming to Wilmington Strength. He does travel hockey with the Junior Seahawks and we felt he needed some off ice work to build strength. Coach Matt and his team do a great job of teaching fundamentals in a safe and energetic way. There are kids of all ages and sports backgrounds working out together. Best I can tell they are all enjoying it.

Fantastic experience: Have been with Matt for two months and friend have noticed the positive changes in my strength and posture.

Fantastic experience: Expert coaching, positive environment, great facility!

Fantastic experience: My 12 year old daughter participated in the youth athlete training. She had a great experience. She said the program was well organized and the plan created for her was good. She was proud of her accomplishments and told me about her progress after every class. We had to discontinue because of sport commitments but will absolutely be coming back.

Fantastic experience: Can't say enough great things about this place. Great trainers and flexible hours - we've seen tremendous growth in not just the physical strength of our 8th grade son, but more importantly the belief that he can achieve with hard work and dedication.

Fantastic experience: Matt has been a real difference maker. I’m on my seventh week. I see a big difference in my strength already. I was recommended by friends and it’s been a great journey so far.

Fantastic experience: Wilmington Strength is an exceptional training facility, and I can't recommend it enough! My 12-year-old daughter has been working with Matt Secrest through the Youth Athlete training program, and the results have been outstanding. Matt is not only an expert in strength and conditioning, but he's also a motivational trainer who truly cares about his athletes. Matt has a unique ability to connect with young athletes, making the training both effective and enjoyable. He focuses on building strength, improving conditioning, and fostering confidence, all while ensuring the workouts are safe and age-appropriate. My daughter has gained not just physical strength, but also a sense of accomplishment and self-belief, thanks to Matt's guidance. If you're looking for a place where your child can develop athletically and personally, Wilmington Strength is the place to go. Matt Secrest and his team are top-notch,

Fantastic experience: Both of my kiddos were apart of the athletic youth program here at Wilmington strength. Matt is great with the kids! He really listenings to what you’re looking to accomplish and has a specific workout planned for each kid. We did it a couple times a week and the kids enjoyed it. The only reason why we’re not continuing as we are moving out of the area. I highly recommend Matt and his staff.

Fantastic experience: Matt is awesome! Highly recommend him as a PT

Fantastic experience: We love Wilmington Strength. I send my 13 yr old son, and he has learned so much about weightlifting, goal setting, and all around athleticism. We love it!

Fantastic experience: This place is amazing! The passion, dedication and focus they give the young athletes is exactly what they need to stay safe and excel!

Fantastic experience: Matt and the guys are high energy but patient and take the time to teach technique. They have done a great job with my son as he develops.

Fantastic experience: Wilmington Strength is an encouraging, welcoming, and fun environment that I am grateful to have found. I rarely feel comfortable in a gym setting, but Wilmington Strength is an exception. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to move better in a positive environment!

Fantastic experience: My son is loving Wilmington Strength. He is learning how to navigate a gym and use correct form and I love that Matt and Sean are right there to make sure he learns the right way. I also love that he follows his own plan to work at his own pace to get stronger…it’s the benefits of personal training but in a group setting. Awesome stuff!

Fantastic experience: Matt and Evan do an excellent job with the WS youth athlete training program. Both are knowledgeable, patient and supportive.

Fantastic experience: Matt and Evan are top-notch, both personally and professionally. They leverage a deep understanding of exercise science, human physiology, and sports/fitness to help create custom tailored plans that will propel you to your fitness goals. This makes them a great choice no matter where you are on your fitness journey. Their coaching is thoughtful, effective, and fun. I highly recommend Wilmington Strength!

Fantastic experience: Matt at Wilmington Strength is amazing! The space is beautiful and Matt has made it such an encouraging and positive environment. You can feel his passion for what he does and he’s motivating in such a caring way! I highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: We are so thankful for Coach Matt & Coach Evan with Wilmington Strength for helping our 10 year old athlete become a stronger and ultimately better athlete while also building his confidence and stamina to take on challenges both on and off the field.

Fantastic experience: I am in my sixties and have been training with Matt and Evan for 2 months now and they have exceeded my expectations. Matt knows his craft and has set up a program for me that is doable with my physical limitations and goals in mind. If there is something I cannot do physically, he is able to quickly replace the movement with another, achieving the same results. I have definitely made progress increasing in strength and muscle. I would highly recommend Wilmington Strength to anyone of any age. Both Matt and Evan have what it takes to make this journey what it should be.......a positive experience with a little bit of laughter mixed in!

Fantastic experience: Evan is awesome! He listens to what your goals are and creates workouts to achieve them. I saw Evan initially after a sports injury, he was able to help build my strength back. After my foundation was restructured, I continued with working with Evan because of his positivity, kindness, and coaching. He also does a great job of pushing me to try the next limit. All with the grace of going back to our previous weight/time/etc (if need be)! I felt great after working out both physically and mentally. Thanks Evan!

Fantastic experience: My 14 year old son has been going to Matt for almost 2 years now. The guys do such a good job of teaching the kids proper mechanics to help prepare them for sports in school and prevent injury. My son always looks forward to his trainings and honestly wishes he could squeeze in another day with his busy schedule of school sports. Speed training on Saturdays is also very helpful. Thanks so much for all you guys do!!!

Fantastic experience: Coach Mat and Coach Even have both helped me to reach my goal of making my high school baseball team and they have also helped in a lot of different areas.I Would definitely recommend Wilmington strength to anyone.

Fantastic experience: They are great to work with they taught me how to be fast and how to build muscle

Fantastic experience: This has been amazing for my son! Matt and his team are wonderful with the kids, totally relatable and encouraging! So happy we found your organization.

Fantastic experience: Matt and his team do a phenomenal job. Creating an atmosphere along with the right knowledge, this has been the perfect fit for our son’s workouts. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Best gym and trainers in Wilmington. As a Dr. Of chiropractic I'm very impressed with their knowledge of anatomy and the musculoskeletal system. Their focus on form and well thought out training programs individualized to the client is awesome. My lean muscle mass has improved, my body fat is down, and I feel great! Come and join us and get your health on!

Fantastic experience: Having worked out with Matt for 2 years now I highly recommend him. He has a strong understanding of strength training and exercise programming. Best of all is his passion for what he does, his understanding of strengths and weaknesses incorporated in his programming and his ability to provide positive reinforcement to help succeed in reaching whatever your fitness goals might be.

Fantastic experience: Matt has been a great coach for our son. When he started working out with Matt last year we didn’t really know what to expect but fast forward to now, and it has been one of the best decisions we have made. Our son asks us to make sure he’s signed up for his weight lifting and running classes when he’s not involved in baseball practices. The time Matt, and now Evan, have put in to helping our son get in better shape, yet alone, more confidence than he has ever had, is awesome to see. Thanks guys! Keep up the great work!

Fantastic experience: Best gym and trainers in Wilmington!! Matt has helped me so much over the last 4 years. I feel so much much stronger and healthier! And the program is always individualized to me and my needs. I also love seeing what he does with the Wilmington Strength youth athletes. I highly recommend Wilmington Strength!!

Fantastic experience: Evan is a great personal trainer and I appreciated his dedication to improving my strength and mobility, while at the same time being mindful of a recent injury. As one of his older clients he was excellent at tailoring my strength training program to suit my abilities. His positive approach and professional attitude made my workouts an enjoyable experience!

Fantastic experience: I love Wilmington Strength, feel stronger after every session!

Fantastic experience: Best gym and trainers in Wilmington! I’m in their youth athlete training program and their training has helped me improve batting power, speed, strength, and overall athleticism.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working out with Matt for two years and it’s amazing how much stronger & healthier I feel!! I highly recommend Matt he is without a doubt, the best trainer and coach I’ve ever had!!!

Fantastic experience: Best trainer in Wilmington no contest

Fantastic experience: I can't say enough positive things about Matt and Evan! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and motivated by the supportive atmosphere and knowledgeable trainers. The training programs are tailored to individual needs and goals. Not only have I seen incredible improvements in my strength and physique since joining, but I've also gained confidence and a newfound passion for fitness. The sense of community among members makes every session enjoyable.

Fantastic experience: My son is in the youth training program and loves it! He is learning how to safely lift weight and condition his body. Matt and Evan are amazing and really push each to be their personal best.

Fantastic experience: Matt and Evan are super knowledgeable and create a great atmosphere! I have made a lot of progress so far and have no doubts I’ll reach my goals with their support!

Fantastic experience: Matt and Evan are excellent coaches and get a lot of hard work out of my youth athlete!! They are kind, compassionate, and expect their athletes to give them their best while supporting them no matter where they start!

Fantastic experience: Matt is awesome, he called me right after I reached out to him regarding a simple exercise that I need help with. He was nice enough to show me what I need to work on and how to reach my goals.

Fantastic experience: I'm grateful for my incredible personal trainer, Mat, who transformed my fitness routine and helped me achieve my goals. Their personalized approach, encouragement, and positive energy made every session enjoyable and motivating. I learned so much from them and have developed a newfound love for exercise. I highly recommend this personal trainer to anyone who wants to take their fitness to the next level.

Fantastic experience: I’m not a typical workout guy, but when my 13-year-old son started working out with Matt to do weightlifting for baseball, I realized this was something different. Matt is all about form and execution and tracking results. He’s positive for my son and for me too. Great location and equipment.

Fantastic experience: Working with Matt at Wilmington Strength is one of the best decisions I have ever made. He is positive and focused and has helped me to regain strength and stability overall, and specifically for an injury sustained in a fall. I will continue to work and learn from him as part of my regular health care routine. Thanks Matt!

Fantastic experience: Matt brings high energy, enthusiasm and knowledge of developing strength, flexibility and athleticism. Not only have I gained results but it’s fascinating to see and hear about athletes he’s helping to excel in their sport. Such as increasing young people’s sprinting speeds and agility.

Fantastic experience: Matt is an amazing coach! He is able to help both beginners and experienced strength trainers reach their goals. I really enjoy working with him – he’s encouraging, knowledgeable and detail oriented. So glad I found Wilmington Strength!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working out with Matt for the last 4 months, and have seen massive improvement to my overall health and fitness. Previously to joining Wilmington Strength I had been taking various HIIT classes, which helped to improve my fitness, but didn’t take into account my overall goals. Matt has really helped take my fitness to that next level with a personalised plan and constant encouragement and training. If you’re looking to really take that next step in your health and fitness journey, then Wilmington Strength should be top of your list!

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere & staff! Definitely getting the results I was looking for in a trainer with a well-equipped space.

Fantastic experience: Wilmington Strength has been such an amazing experience! I have gained strength and flexibility. I'm now able to get up off the floor without assistance when playing with my grandsons. Matt makes working out fun!!

Fantastic experience: Incredible gym!!! Would seriously recommend this place to anyone looking for a personal trainer in Wilmington. Matt is highly attentive and encouraging! I took a few years away from lifting weights and after booking sessions for the last two months, I am incredibly pleased with his workout program and the results I’m seeing! 10/10!

Fantastic experience: Love the program Matt created for me. I’ve seen faster progress working with him to reach my goals! He breaks down every movement and teaches a lot of technique.

Fantastic experience: Matt is an excellent trainer. He has helped my 13 year old son improve his strength and speed in just one month. I can see the difference at his baseball practices. He takes his time to teach the proper techniques and prepares a plan to reach my son's goals. He makes the youth session fun and challenging. He attends to every kid's fitness goal.

Fantastic experience: Matt is incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and an all runaround great person. I've really enjoyed training with him these past few months.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Matt to anyone who is looking for a trainer who: makes custom plans with your specific goals, past injuries and needs in mind, is highly professional, encouraging, and is passionate about what he does. Matt pays lots of attention to the small details and has helped me improve my form immensely, as well as identify and target muscle groups I was not properly engaging. His new spot on Oleander is Top notch with all the equipment and amenities you could need! I would recommend Matt to anyone at any age or fitness level looking for a trainer in the Wilmington area!

Fantastic experience: Coach Matt is great! My kids love going to workouts with him. He has taught them so much and they love to keep track of their progress. I highly recommend Matt and his program!

Fantastic experience: Matt is an amazing trainer! Extremely knowledgeable on the various muscle groups and how to effectively get the most out of them. I have had serious hip issues (requiring surgery) and he is well informed on how to work with my issues effectively and safely. I highly recommend him for whatever your needs are whether it’s training, toning, maintaining, or building!

Fantastic experience: I am 37 years old and feeling like I am 22 again thanks to Wilmington Strength. Matt gives 100% attention to detail in his instruction. He knows how to communicate the form to each workout so effectively that I am able to pickup new workouts that I am trying for the first time in my life. Moreover, he challenges me to give more effort than I could ever give on workouts on my own. Overall, I am a lifetime workout guy who just went from JV to Varsity because of Matt at Wilmington Strength. My strength and confidence are in a great way!

Fantastic experience: Matt is super focused on safety, form and progress. He works with our 13 year old son to help him grow stronger and faster—safely. All the young athletes love going to workout with Matt because they trust and respect him. Even my anti-gym husband now trains with him!

Fantastic experience: Coach Matt is excellent!! Our 14 year old son has been involved in athletics since he was old enough to play organized sports. We started having him train with Coach Matt 6+ months ago and have seen great changes in our son, both on and off the field. Coach Matt has been able to help him improve his physical strength and speed, along with his self confidence, which has carried over into different aspects of his life. I am so glad we found out about Coach Matt from our friends and definitely recommend his coaching and training to everyone!!

Fantastic experience: Matt is a great coach/trainer. He is attentive, responsive, and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended. Do yourself a favor and book an appointment today. You'll thank yourself later.

Fantastic experience: I came to Matt as a complete novice, he is very knowledgeable and explains things in a way I understand easily. I have seen great results in my time with him and have fun doing it!

Fantastic experience: Our son looks forward to working out with Matt and the youth athlete group every week! He’s gotten much stronger and faster in just a couple months. Highly recommend Matt at Wilmington Strength!

Fantastic experience: Matt has been training two of my sons and a few of their baseball teammates for about 6 months now. Our original plan was to just train for the summer but the boys enjoyed it so much that we've continued with the workouts throughout the school year. We feel confident that Matt knows the right combination of weight and reps to challenge them but also accommodate their growing bodies. He also focuses on agility which helps with their fielding and base running. These workouts have been a great addition to their baseball practice.

Fantastic experience: Matt trains in the gym where I have my PT office, Inside Out PT. I have had the absolute pleasure of watching him work creatively and knowledgeable and SO ENTHUSIASTICALLY with a wide range of clients in the three years I've known him. He has an incredible toolbox of very progressive targeted techniques, and an excellent knowledge of the human body. His clients make phenomenal progress and are lucky to work with him!

Fantastic experience: Matt is an excellent trainer who knows whats up! He listens to what your goals are and cares about your progressions. He has been a tremendous help with my mobility, my strength, and my misconceptions about lifting. He is fun to workout with and won't let you quit. Two thumbs up!! Glad I found him.

Fantastic experience: Matt is very professional and makes sure all his workouts are safe. He makes personalized workout plans that are specific to your fitness level and address your personal goals. I have a previous shoulder injury and I have been working out with him for a couple months now. I am stronger than ever and feel great! He makes every workout easy and FUN!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been working out with Matt for about 2 months. His consultation was thorough and he ensured I was educated on the plan to reach my goal. He always makes himself available and flexible with my sometimes hectic schedule. I have seen noticeable improvements in my overall health under him. He teaches lifestyle changes. Something that is easier to follow and enjoyable. I can have my favorite foods in moderation and control. I’ve worked out with a handful of trainers and Matt’s program is by far elite. Thanks Matt!

Fantastic experience: Matt is absolutely the best! He’s been working with my 9 year old son twice a week for the past few months and the results are obvious. He’s faster, stronger and has more confidence in general. Matt is attentive, detail oriented and his demeanor is absolutely perfect. He understands when to push my son further while also encouraging and motivating him. I highly recommend him to anyone of any age, he’s the best!

Fantastic experience: Matt has been so helpful to us, both of us being older and mostly sedentary before we began this process, We have both noticed significant improvements in our strength and energy. Matt seems to really understand how to help clients make progress. He is always cheerful and is great at motivating and he has a great sense of humor. His patience is endless. We are very grateful for his help.

Fantastic experience: Matt is an extraordinarily knowledgeable trainer, who has changed my life so much for the better. I cannot recommend him more highly. He’s simply the best there is.

Fantastic experience: Matt has been a great strength and conditioning coach over the past two years. In addition to his versatile skill set and knowledge base, he is great at customizing plans to meet my individuals goals and needs. Matt has always been excellent at answering my questions and explaining things in a way that make sense to me. He’s helped me make huge improvements to my form, speed, strength, endurance, and power. Highly recommend for any type of athlete or anyone just looking to make some physical health improvements!

Fantastic experience: Secret Strength builds a plan that fits your schedule, at your tempo that simply gets results. Recommend to anyone looking for a personal trainer!

Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough about Matt Secrest. He truly cares about his clients and making sure they reach their goals. I have been working with Matt for about five months now and have seen a huge improvement in my health and strength.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training with Matt for a couple of months now, and he has been great to work with. His attention to detail is spot on with his strength training program. I’ve worked out with other personal trainers in the past, and Matt is definitely top tier.

Fantastic experience: I've been training with Matt for over a year and he's the most knowledgeable guy around. Great communication and will help you achieve your goals!

Fantastic experience: I've trained with Matt for a little over a year now, and through his meticulous tracking of my workouts, we know I've gained strength and endurance. Matt is passionate about helping you achieve your fitness goals, and making sure you have correct form to avoid injuries. He's everything a personal trainer should be. I would highly recommend. Thanks so much for everything Matt!