Leo Dolan
Personal Trainers
Leo Dolan
Ground Floor, London
# Leo Dolan - The Strength Shed
Leo Dolan operates a bespoke personal training studio in South London, nestled between Peckham, Nunhead and Honour Oak. He specialises in private strength and conditioning coaching tailored to every body type, with particular expertise in Olympic lifting, powerlifting and yoga.
The business serves individuals seeking genuine strength development rather than aesthetic-focused fitness culture. Leo's approach attracts clients tired of generic gym environments—people wanting progression, functional strength and a trainer who listens to their specific goals. His clients range from complete beginners rediscovering exercise enjoyment to experienced athletes refining technique.
What sets Leo apart is his philosophy centred on strength as empowerment rather than punishment. Clients consistently praise his ability to push them hard whilst making training feel satisfying and fun rather than dreaded. His programming evolves with clients' progress, constantly introducing fresh challenges. The Strength Shed itself offers an appealing alternative to impersonal commercial gyms—a zen-like, well-equipped space with outdoor training options on pleasant days.
Leo works holistically too, collaborating with other health professionals to address chronic pain or optimise performance. Beyond one-to-one sessions, he provides group coaching in powerlifting, Olympic lifting and sport-specific strength, plus customised online programming for those needing guidance without in-person training.
Fundamentally, Leo has built a community around functional strength where people genuinely look forward to training—a rare achievement in the fitness industry.
Leo Dolan operates a bespoke personal training studio in South London, nestled between Peckham, Nunhead and Honour Oak. He specialises in private strength and conditioning coaching tailored to every body type, with particular expertise in Olympic lifting, powerlifting and yoga.
The business serves individuals seeking genuine strength development rather than aesthetic-focused fitness culture. Leo's approach attracts clients tired of generic gym environments—people wanting progression, functional strength and a trainer who listens to their specific goals. His clients range from complete beginners rediscovering exercise enjoyment to experienced athletes refining technique.
What sets Leo apart is his philosophy centred on strength as empowerment rather than punishment. Clients consistently praise his ability to push them hard whilst making training feel satisfying and fun rather than dreaded. His programming evolves with clients' progress, constantly introducing fresh challenges. The Strength Shed itself offers an appealing alternative to impersonal commercial gyms—a zen-like, well-equipped space with outdoor training options on pleasant days.
Leo works holistically too, collaborating with other health professionals to address chronic pain or optimise performance. Beyond one-to-one sessions, he provides group coaching in powerlifting, Olympic lifting and sport-specific strength, plus customised online programming for those needing guidance without in-person training.
Fundamentally, Leo has built a community around functional strength where people genuinely look forward to training—a rare achievement in the fitness industry.
Services offered
Private personal training sessionsOlympic lifting coachingPowerlifting coachingYoga instructionGroup strength classesSport-specific strength trainingPhysical health improvement programmesCustomised online training plans