Meet the The Grove Strength and Conditioning Team
Encounter the fitness professionals dedicated to assisting you in reaching your goals.
Our Coaches
Matt Groves
Owner
Matt Groves founded The Grove Strength and Conditioning in 2014. Since 2018, he's also worked as a Performance Coach for the engineering firm Emanuelson-Podas. Originally from Massachusetts, Matt made his way to Minnesota by way of Las Vegas and Thailand.
Matt Groves founded The Grove Strength and Conditioning in 2014. Since 2018, he's also worked as a Performance Coach for the engineering firm Emanuelson-Podas. Originally from Massachusetts, Matt made his way to Minnesota by way of Las Vegas and Thailand.
Outside the gym, he’s into bread baking, books, coffee, and punk rock. He holds a B.S. from UMass Amherst and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA. Matt lives in Minnesota with his wife Jessica, a nurse, and their two kids-Fiona, a spitfire with a big personality, and Oscar, the newest addition to the crew.
Eric Larson
Coach
Eric earned his degree in Exercise Science from Winona State University. During his time there, he interned with the Strength and Conditioning staff at Saint Mary's University, where he helped coach 15 varsity sports-7 men's and 8 women's teams.
Eric earned his degree in Exercise Science from Winona State University. During his time there, he interned with the Strength and Conditioning staff at Saint Mary's University, where he helped coach 15 varsity sports-7 men's and 8 women's teams.
When he wasn’t in class, you could find him hunting or fishing along the Mississippi River. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and holds certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED. Outside the gym, Eric’s usually chasing good food, new fishing spots, and a fresh cup of Kwik Trip coffee.
James Cormack
Powerlifting Coach
As a seasoned gym coach with a passion for fitness, James brings expertise and motivation to every training session. With a background in boxing, he tailors workouts to individual needs, ensuring clients achieve their fitness milestones. Join James on a journey towards a healthier and stronger you.
As a seasoned gym coach with a passion for fitness, James brings expertise and motivation to every training session. With a background in boxing, he tailors workouts to individual needs, ensuring clients achieve their fitness milestones. Join James on a journey towards a healthier and stronger you.
Todd McArthur
Yoga Coach
Meet Todd, a dedicated yoga coach known for crafting invigorating workouts that fuse fun and effectiveness. Specializing in Yoga, he guides clients with enthusiasm, fostering a positive and transformative fitness experience. Embark on your fitness journey with Todd and redefine your limits.
Meet Todd, a dedicated yoga coach known for crafting invigorating workouts that fuse fun and effectiveness. Specializing in Yoga, he guides clients with enthusiasm, fostering a positive and transformative fitness experience. Embark on your fitness journey with Todd and redefine your limits.
Melissa Watson
Nutrition Coach
With a wealth of experience in strength training and a commitment to personalized fitness, Melissa empowers clients to surpass their fitness aspirations. Through a dynamic and supportive coaching approach, she inspires individuals to embrace a lifestyle of health and vitality.
With a wealth of experience in strength training and a commitment to personalized fitness, Melissa empowers clients to surpass their fitness aspirations. Through a dynamic and supportive coaching approach, she inspires individuals to embrace a lifestyle of health and vitality.
Advanced Gym Equipment
At The Grove, we’re here to help you get stronger, leaner, and feel your absolute best-without the guesswork. Our expert coaching combined with top-tier equipment means you’ll train with purpose and confidence. We’re fully outfitted with Rogue barbells and squat racks, Ancore trainers, sleds, Assault AirBikes, kettlebells, medicine balls, and plyometric boxes-everything you need for effective, full-body functional training. Let’s build a body that feels as good as it performs.
Unique Features and Facilities
The Grove features an open-layout training space with turf flooring, natural light from large windows, and dedicated lifting platforms for safe and effective strength training. Our facility also includes thoughtfully designed locker rooms-each with three showers-and red light therapy to support recovery and overall wellness. The Grove is built to help you feel and perform your best.
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