Barry O’Connell
Former Physical Training Instructor and Royal Marines Commando Sergeant. Served 12 years, then opened State of Mind Fitness. Trains all levels and has coached professional boxers at York Hall and beyond.
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Every class you train at SOMF is led by somebody who has earned their place on the pads. Between them — Royal Marines service, a Floyd Mayweather PPV undercard, and years of professional sport.
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Former Physical Training Instructor and Royal Marines Commando Sergeant. Served 12 years, then opened State of Mind Fitness. Trains all levels and has coached professional boxers at York Hall and beyond.
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Dedicated boxing coach and aspiring professional. 10+ years competing — including a co-main event on the undercard of a Floyd Mayweather PPV. Brings first-hand fight knowledge to every session.
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Originally from Portugal, London-based for over a decade. Walked in as a client, never looked back. Real fight experience blended with a welcoming, accessible approach to coaching.
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10+ years in professional sport as a rugby player and international coach. Brings teamwork, leadership, and resilience to help everyday people unlock themselves and hit meaningful goals.
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Level 2 qualified PT and Level 2 Boxing coach. Joined SOMF as a member in 2024, progressed through work experience to leading his own classes. Student of the sport.
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