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Meet the team behind your training. Experienced, dedicated, and here to push you further.

The team

Founder | Coach

ANJA MULLEE

"Sport and fitness have been a constant throughout my life — from gymnastics in my formative years, to finding my feet again after having children, to competing in Functional Fitness." "It has been a panacea, a cure all, that has provided me with the means to explore how far I can push myself to see what I am able to do or just to allow me to feel good about myself." "Thirty years into this journey, I've been through it all. I've got injured, come back from injury, and learned first-hand why the fundamentals matter - correct movement, alignment, and the understanding that no two people are the same." "That experience is what I bring to every session at Foundry."

  • CF-L2
  • CF-GYMNASTICS-L1
  • LEVEL 3 PT
  • Level 3 PRE & POST NATAL
  • MENOPAUSE & PERI-MENOPAUSE
  • HYROX
  • BURGENER STRENGTH
  • CORRECTIVE EXERCISE SPECIALIST
  • Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Specialist
  • Nutrition

Founder | Coach

Luce Arnold

"Luce has been training since her late teens and brings over 20 years of lived experience balancing strength, discipline and the realities of shift work. She knows exactly what it takes to stay fit, fuel well and build healthy habits when life is anything but routine, and she coaches with that same honesty and grit." "Her love of Functional Fitness and competing pushed her to qualify as a PT, driving a career built on continuous growth and high standards. Luce's coaching style is direct, empowering and confidence building. She helps people trust their abilities, push past limits and make progress that actually sticks." "She's equally passionate about shaping the next generation. As a youth girls' football coach, Luce focuses on confidence, movement quality and strong lifestyle foundations giving young athletes the tools to grow into resilient, capable adults." "Luce stands for progress, empowerment and community. Whether supporting a shift worker rebuilding routine, a first time lifter finding their feet or a young athlete discovering their strength, she brings energy, belief and a relentless commitment to helping people become their strongest versions."

  • LEVEL 3 PT
  • Youth Exercise Specialist

Founder | Coach

Ian Hoskings

"I competed in indoor bouldering and climbed across the world for over a decade - until injury brought it to a stop. Finding functional fitness gave me back something I didn't expect: the same sense of progress, challenge, and discovery I got from climbing, just through different movements." "That experience shapes how I coach. I'm not chasing perfection - and I don't expect it from you either. What I care about is improvement: better strength, flexibility, and work capacity, one step at a time. These are things every single one of us can achieve." "I genuinely love watching people do things they didn't think were possible. Fair warning: I'll probably celebrate your first pull-up or muscle-up louder than you do"

  • CF-L2
  • CF-GYMNASTICS-L1
  • LEVEL 3 PT
  • BURGENER STRENGTH
  • HND Sports Science
  • NUTRITION
  • CORE AND STABILITY
  • BOXERCISE

Coach

william Simms

"I love coaching people and watching them develop and learn new movements." "I've been involved in fitness in some way all my life. And the one thing that I've learnt from training is that you don't do it for the benefits today, tomorrow, in a month, you do it for the benefit in the next decade. So you can always have the highest life quality you can."

  • CF-L2
  • Functional Fitness strongman
  • Level 3 pt
  • CF-GYMNASTICS-L2
  • BWL-3

Coach

Derrick Barnes

"In the game of life, there is no half measure unless we're talking about rest days then I'm all in." "My passion for fitness and personal development drives me to not only push my own limits, but also to support others in achieving theirs. I believe in creating impact both inside and outside the gym."

  • CF-L1
  • Sports Massage Therapist level 3 and 4

Coach

Uju Eze

"Uju Eze grew up in Nigeria before moving to the UK at the age of 10. Her childhood was shaped by time spent outdoors, exploring and connecting with nature, an experience that laid the foundation for her lifelong passion for movement, health and wellbeing. Today, that passion has evolved into a deep curiosity about the nervous system and its vital role in how we heal, move and thrive." "Alongside her brother, Okey, Uju co-founded MoveWithEze, where they empower people to reconnect with their bodies through movement, touch and education. She believes the body is an incredible environment with an innate capacity to heal when given the right support and conditions." "Uju's mission is to equip people with practical tools to regulate their nervous system, build resilience and reconnect with themselves. By learning how to self-regulate, individuals can positively influence every aspect of their health, from reducing stress and improving movement to supporting immune function and long-term wellbeing." "Whether she's teaching movement classes, leading immersive retreats or working one-to-one with clients in the clinic, Uju combines science, movement and hands-on therapy to create lasting change. Her approach is centred on helping people develop body awareness, move with confidence and unlock their full potential." "Outside of work, you'll usually find Uju exploring nature, continuing her own learning journey and embracing opportunities to deepen her understanding of the body, movement and human connection."

  • Level 2 Animal Flow Instructor
  • ProSport Academy Sports Therapist
  • Neuro-Affective Touch Practitioner
  • Level 5 Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist
  • Myofascial Release Practitioner
  • Anatomy Trains Certified
  • Medical Acupuncture Practitioner
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer
  • Wild Fitness Coach

Coach

Josie Smart

"I was the shy teenager who walked into a gym at 15 and was offered an apprenticeship that changed my life. Nine years later, I'm still passionate about helping people realise they're capable of more than they think. Whether it's a first pull-up, a competition PB, weight loss or returning to training after pregnancy, I love celebrating every win." "My coaching philosophy is simple: movement quality before load and strength is for everyone. I coach everyone from complete beginners to competitive athletes, bringing plenty of energy, attention to detail and a little tough love when it's needed." "As a Level 4 Strength & Conditioning Coach and Level 2 British Weightlifting Coach, I've coached Functional Fitness, rugby players, climbers, Jiu-Jitsu athletes and powerlifters." "Outside the gym you'll usually find me competing in Functional Fitness comps, Olympic lifting, hiking, paddle boarding or planning my next adventure. Just one warning… if you stop mid-workout, I'll probably be counting down from five until you pick the bar back up!"

  • Level 3 PT
  • Level 4 Strength & Conditioning
  • Level 2 British Weightlifting Coach