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Annie Forest Coaching and Studios
Annie Forest Coaching and Studios: Personalized, compassionate coaching that meets you where you are.
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Annie Forest Coaching and Studios: Personalized, compassionate coaching that meets you where you are.
Annie Forest Coaching and Studios offers one-on-one, individualized coaching in Madison at 555 W Washington Ave. The wellness center earns praise for a no-judgment, supportive atmosphere and a holistic approach to strength, mobility, and neuro re-training. Clients value attentive coaches who meet people where they are, prioritize safety, and enjoy easy scheduling and sustainable progress.
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Tailored fitness sessions that adapt to your unique needs, injuries, and goals with a holistic approach.
Specialized programs combining strength training, mobility work, and neuro re-training to reduce pain and rebuild confidence.
Focused workouts using tools like kettlebells to build muscle, bone density, and functional movement.
Coaching that addresses mental and emotional aspects, fostering resilience and therapeutic growth alongside physical fitness.
Custom plans that honor your current state and aspirations, ensuring sustainable progress without judgment.
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Overall rating
Emily Watson
Annie is wonderful at meeting people where they're at. She has a individualized approach which honors your current state, the goals you have, and what you want moving foward. HIGHLY reccommend!
Kap Mueller
I went to see Amanda with a complicated health issue that was affecting my ability to exercise. She offered a new perspective which immensely helped me. I felt cared for and appreciated the no-judgement approach. Would absolutely recommend Annie's studio!
Liz Sugden
Working with Matt at Forest Coaching has been an incredible experience. I was needing a lot of support after coming back from a long time away from working out and injuries, and Matt was excellent. I was initially unsure about working with a male coach, as I had a lot of toxic male coaches when I played organized sports, but Matt is so supportive, kind, caring, and knowledgeable. He immediately put me at ease, understood where I was coming from, and provided all the tools I needed to get started again. I love the holistic approach to both strength and mobility, as well as their use of neuro re-training. I've gained back a lot of strength and stabilization, but most importantly for me, the confidence to work out again on my own and actually enjoy it. Some gyms and trainers I've worked with in the past I dreaded, because the workouts were so punishing and the trainers just wanted me to do what they told me, without taking into account my injuries and needs. That's totally the opposite with Forest Coaching. I never dread the workouts because I know Matt will push me, but he'll always prioritize my comfort and safety. The one:one work with coaches here would be great for anyone at any level, but I think especially if you have no idea where to start, or you're recovering from injuries or a lifetime of toxic coaching, this is a really great place to be. I have only great things to say about the staff and the studio; I'm so lucky I live close by to this gem!
Juli
I've worked with Matt weekly for five months and it's easily been the best experience I've ever had in terms of fitness (F in late 50s). I originally came for strength and wanted to have fun so we started with kettlebells and I've gained pounds of muscle and bone! I was surprised to discover he could also work with chronic pain and he's done a lot to teach me how to send my nervous system messages of safety, reducing pain frequency and intensity. And indeed, it's super fun to work with him. I learn something every week and he is amazing at being spontaneous relative to what I'd like to work on. The rest of the team is great too. Easy to schedule and work with. I also love the space.
Karen Tallard
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Amanda once a week since August 3rd. Under her patient, wise guidance I have gained greater body awareness, strength, and vitality. I’m in my late 60s and appreciate her understanding of how I absorb information. She speaks slowly, clearly and presents the movements in a way that I can understand. She doesn’t miss a thing. Learning new things can sometimes be a challenge as we age. If the pace was too quick or the information delivered too rapidly, I don’t think I would be improving as quickly as I am. I’m thankful for being referred to this unique facility by Dr. Nicole Fenske.
Ying Dai
I worked with Matt for a year and half before I moved away from Madison, I really wish I can somehow move Annie Forest Coaching with me. Working with Matt was the best decision ever. I came in being terrified and a little traumatized by working out and gym culture as a whole, especially being a fat queer person, approaching fitness has always been a bit complicated, Matt helped me find power and joy in lifting and strength training. He is incredibly knowledgable and professional, he designed our classes in a way that motivates me, challenges me, as well as heals me and my relationship to movements, body, and diet culture. Matt is always patience, understanding, and supportive, he helped me through so many difficult and challenging personal and physical moments. The rest of the Annie Forest coaches and staff also put so much love and effort in cultivating a community that is truly welcoming to everyone. I learnt a lot from working with Matt and I'm proud to be able to bring these skills and philosophies with me wherever I go. I'm even more grateful to be able to forge friendship here. Give it try, you really would love it.
