Trainer Matt
Top Pro
Training location
Responds in about 3 hours
Thumbtack Guarantee
If you hire this pro, you’re covered by a money-back guarantee. Learn more
If you hire this pro, you’re covered by a money-back guarantee. Learn more
About
Results start here.
Hi, I’m Matt, a former collegiate boxer, a BRM and ISSA-certified Elite Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Nutritionist, and Life Coach. For over 11 years, I’ve been helping people of all body types and starting points reach their fitness goals.
I train at a private gym in the Galleria area, with packages starting at $45 a session. My training includes:
- Gym membership at the private facility
- Free & discounted meals through My Fit Foods
- Personalized workout programs
- Custom meal plans
- Education so you understand how to maintain your results
Whether your focus is weight loss, muscle gain, corrective exercise (including post-therapy work for hip or shoulder issues), athletic strength and conditioning, or simply living a healthier lifestyle, I’ll meet you where you are and push you safely toward where you want to be.
Gym located at 5722 clarewood drive
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 2 times
Serves Houston, TX
Background checked
2 employees
11 years in business
Business hours
This pro hasn't listed their business hours.
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
Social media
Services offered
Event to prep for
Fitness goals
Lose weight
Get toned
Build muscle
Client age
Younger than 18
18 - 22 years old
23 - 30 years old
31 - 40 years old
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, value, and work quality.
Exceptional 5.0
6 reviews
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
Your trust means everything to us. Learn about our review guidelines.
Read reviews that mention:
Seth H.
Apr 22, 2026
•
Hired on Thumbtack
I'm not someone that has ever enjoyed or gotten results working out but Matt tailored the workouts to my level making it just challenging enough to get results while also not making it so diffcult that I would want to give up. He gave me a nutrition guide that gave me daily meal recipe examples but also outlined the kinds of things that I needed in my food so that I could make my own choices easily. Matt keeps you motivated during the workouts and doesn't make you feel intimidated or stupid if you are a total beginner like me. He knows his stuff and lets you work at your pace while keeping you wanting to push the limits further each time. His rates are totally affordable and included is a membership to an awesome fully stocked gym that you can use anytime. My goals finally seem attainable. Couldn't be more pleased.
Personal Training
Ve M.
Dec 11, 2020
I’ve been training with Matt for 6 weeks exact today. I’ll admit working out is not my thing, so I was very skeptical on how my performance would be with him. To my surprise the experience has been very exhilarating. A week after my training, I literally saw results instantly, I repeat instantly!! So as any human being, I thought let me stick to this and see where it goes. Well thank god for intuition, because by week 3 my body had totally transformed! I remember taking pictures (because I document) thinking is this really my body? Then the confirmation came when others recognized/complimented my newly transforming physique. Can’t lie, the compliments motivated me even more to keep going, because at this point it was evident that Matt knew what he was doing. Don’t get me wrong, some days I don’t always have the motivation to workout and it’s almost as if Matt senses it because he’ll text or call with his motivational words of encouragement, that gets you right back on track. Which is another reason why I’m glad I choose him as a trainer, because he naturally goes the extra mile to encourage/motivate you in/outside the gym. I mean just think “we get trainers because we want that extra push, that we can’t always find within ourselves”.
Well, he not only pushes you (yes even when I talk crap to him) but he has patience, professionalism, extensive knowledge on the body/nutrition, (like he’s a geek knowledge), and just awesome vibes/energy. I swear its just an Incredible experience. So if anyone is considering getting a trainer for your fitness journey I would personally recommend Matt from my own experiences and RESULTS. Just check out my pics and you be the judge!
Well, he not only pushes you (yes even when I talk crap to him) but he has patience, professionalism, extensive knowledge on the body/nutrition, (like he’s a geek knowledge), and just awesome vibes/energy. I swear its just an Incredible experience. So if anyone is considering getting a trainer for your fitness journey I would personally recommend Matt from my own experiences and RESULTS. Just check out my pics and you be the judge!
Karen R.
Dec 29, 2022
Matt Chiarella is one of the best personal trainers I have ever had (and I've had quite a few in my long lifetime:).
I believe he is focused on me and my needs. While training, his attention is on me (not another person in the gym and not his phone). And he comes prepared to each and every workout session to maximize my goals.
He listens to your needs and what you seek to accomplish; he remembers and puts those needs at the forefront. Two personal examples of this are as follows:
One, I am hearing impaired. Matt remembers to speak to my left side which is my better ear.
Two, I had hip replacement surgery a year and a half before hiring Matt and wanted to improve the strength and mobility in my right hip. Within weeks, I saw small, but significant to me, differences in my strength and mobility goals. After a couple of months, I can now do things I was unable to do before hiring Matt. I will continue to work with Matt Chiarella because these changes have made a huge impact in my life, physically, emotionally and mentally.
I believe he is extremely supportive of my goals and it is evident through his sincerity and enthusiasm throughout the workout. Plus, the exercises are challenging. It is evident from my experience with previous personal trainers he has planned each workout to maximize my efforts, my time and my goals.
Full disclosure: i knew Matt in a different work environment approximately 7-10 years prior to hiring him as a personal trainer. He was focused, motivated to learn and apply what he learned and always did his research. He is still focused, motivated and does his research and I believe he will do his best to help you as he has helped me.
If you are considering a personal trainer, I Strongly(!) recommend Matt Charella.
I believe he is focused on me and my needs. While training, his attention is on me (not another person in the gym and not his phone). And he comes prepared to each and every workout session to maximize my goals.
He listens to your needs and what you seek to accomplish; he remembers and puts those needs at the forefront. Two personal examples of this are as follows:
One, I am hearing impaired. Matt remembers to speak to my left side which is my better ear.
Two, I had hip replacement surgery a year and a half before hiring Matt and wanted to improve the strength and mobility in my right hip. Within weeks, I saw small, but significant to me, differences in my strength and mobility goals. After a couple of months, I can now do things I was unable to do before hiring Matt. I will continue to work with Matt Chiarella because these changes have made a huge impact in my life, physically, emotionally and mentally.
I believe he is extremely supportive of my goals and it is evident through his sincerity and enthusiasm throughout the workout. Plus, the exercises are challenging. It is evident from my experience with previous personal trainers he has planned each workout to maximize my efforts, my time and my goals.
Full disclosure: i knew Matt in a different work environment approximately 7-10 years prior to hiring him as a personal trainer. He was focused, motivated to learn and apply what he learned and always did his research. He is still focused, motivated and does his research and I believe he will do his best to help you as he has helped me.
If you are considering a personal trainer, I Strongly(!) recommend Matt Charella.
James H.
Dec 10, 2020
Dealing with asthma has been the roughest part of my life. I've always felt like I have had my limits, but with Matt he's made me see how to approach my limits and get results. Not only is he very affordable, but he has the patience and empathy required to motivate you to become the best version of yourself. Whether it's diet programs or his personalized workout's he is ready for you. To anyone reading this, trust me he's worth it.
Judy L.
Dec 12, 2020
Wow, Matt thank you for believing in me at 58yrs I didn’t think I could do this and get results. You Are the Real Deal!!! I’m out on the tennis court feeling great n my stamina is awesome.
Credentials
Background Check
Matt Chiarella