PROFILE

Tom Hanlon

Over more than 20 years, Tom has developed a reputation as a top-tier coach, working in four of the prestigious Resilience Centres across the UK’s national parks and the European Alps. At these centers, he specialised in applying cutting-edge scientific research to strengthen leadership, resilience, and performance within military personnel. He was instrumental in designing and leading comprehensive training programs that focus on both physical and mental resilience for recruits, enabling them to thrive in demanding environments. Tom has coached hundreds of high-performing individuals, including fast jet pilots, elite special forces, world-class athletes, senior leaders, and other top performers who require exceptional mental and physical capability.

Today, Tom brings this unparalleled experience to a global audience through Matrix Performance, where he works with finance and executive leaders, adventure athletes, and large organisations to help them achieve their peak potential. Known for his personalised, research-driven approach, Tom’s coaching equips individuals and teams with the tools to reach extraordinary levels of success. His unique expertise lies in understanding the psychological and physiological demands of high-pressure performance, enabling him to design tailored programs that maximise awareness, focus, and psychological resilience.

Since 2020, Tom has expanded his focus into ocean rowing mental performance coaching, guiding rowers to optimise both their mental fortitude and physical potential on long, challenging journeys. Here, Tom’s in-depth understanding of peak performance psychology meets the extreme demands of the open sea, empowering athletes to reach unprecedented levels of achievement.