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3 March 2023
Losing some momentum on your New Year’s Resolutions this month? Here is our selection of the district’s gyms and fitness centres that can help you get on track.
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WORKOUTS WITH A VIEW
The Anatomy Lab
Quibaree Park, Lavender Bay
0404 253 294
What better motivation to work out can you get than views of our iconic harbour? By joining The Anatomy Lab’s boot camps or one-on-one private training sessions, you can smash out squats while gazing across the water in beautiful Lavender Bay. Strength and Conditioning Coach Nino Cvoro tells the Sun: “My type of training is based on functional movement humans were built for. These are the movements that promote neurological and hormonal responses, leading to better health, actual strength, core stability, agility and flexibility.”
Prices start at $55 per week for the boot camp and $110 per session for personal training.
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BOXING FOR ALL AGES
BoxCore Fitness
Shop 3/467 Miller St, Cammeray
0404 730 703
BoxCore Fitness is an innovative fitness centre that provides group boxing classes for all age groups and skill levels. With specialised group boxing classes for different groups including women, teens and kids, and even mums and bubs, BoxCore is changing what it means to be a boxing gym. Founder and Head Boxing Trainer Gary Hanley describes BoxCore as “the perfect environment for people who want to learn more about boxing but are afraid of the stereotypical intimidating gyms”. Trainers at BoxCore are passionate about changing how community members experience training, using a combination of skill, fun and sweat.
Memberships start from $49.95 per week, with flexible pay-as-you-go options available.
February offer: 7 days of Group Boxing classes for $10.
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PRIVACY & PERSONALISATION
InPower Fitness
Suite 2/7 Ridge St, North Sydney
0412 468 468
For ultimate privacy and personalisation, check out InPower Fitness. As a one-on-one personal training studio, with rarely more than four people in the gym at once, Inpower provides a private space to kick your fitness goals whether you are a serious athlete or new to training. Owner Troy van Spanje, backed by 20 years in the industry, designs individualised programs for every client considering their assessment, goals and injury history. For those who are wedding shredding or hoping to replace wine glasses with barbells on date nights, enquire about InPower’s couples training.
Prices start from $35 per week for one-on-one training.
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GYMNASTICS & GOAL-ACHIEVING
Performance Playground
Shop 5/225 Pacific Hwy, North Syd
0439 426 595
Why run on a treadmill when you can learn how to handstand? Performance Playground specialises in adult gymnastics, strength, conditioning and weightlifting for all skill levels. Gymnastics is at the heart of Performance Playground’s training philosophy, with Founder James Ferguson explaining “The vast majority of our members had never tried gymnastics before starting, and are now achieving incredible skills like handstands, muscle ups and rope climbs”. With a team of Exercise Physiologists, Physiotherapists and Exercise Scientists, you will be in safe hands if you give Performance Playground a try. Who knows, you might even become the next Australian Ninja Warrior.”
Memberships start from $69 per week.
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NO-FRILLS FITNESS
Jetts North Sydney
Shop 2/76 Berry St, North Sydney
(02) 9954 3784
Jetts North Sydney provides a budget-friendly and flexible way to reach your fitness goals. Jetts offers a full range of training equipment, small group training with expert coaches and personal training services. With memberships under $20 per week and no lock-in contracts or cancellation fees, Club Manager Hazel Cuizon tells community members “If life changes we accommodate you. You have nothing to lose when you join our gym”. Complimentary 24/7 gym access to all Jetts Fitness Gyms globally means time-poor professionals and jet-setters can work out anytime and anywhere.
Memberships start from $18.95 per week.
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NEXT-LEVEL SUPPORT & SERENITY
SHAiPE Smart Fitness – St Leonards
Level 3/500 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards
0484 282 742
Located in the heart of St Leonards, SHAiPE is your go-to place for receiving constant support to achieve long-term health goals. With trainers on hand at all times, members are discretely supervised and motivated during their workouts. Studio Manager Alec Wazjer tells the Sun “We’re not for pump and sweat, we’re for long-term health, wellbeing and habit-building that changes lifestyles, not just bodies”. Those who prefer a peaceful gym experience will be glad to hear Alec add “There are no drill sergeants or noise-thumping barbells. We have a relaxed, nurturing gym environment to alleviate gym anxiety”. SHAiPE also has Medicare-accredited exercise physiologists on-site for chronic or acute health conditions, injury recovery or rehabilitation.
Memberships start from $25 per week. SHAiPE is offering a free trial including 3x one-on-one guidance sessions including full body scans and a personalised workout plan (valued at $550).
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SEMI-PRIVATE TRAINING
Group Fit Training
Level 1/378 Pacific Hwy, Crows Nest
0428 175 515
Looking for personalised workouts without the premium price tag of personal training? Group Fit Training offers semi-private training sessions with a maximum of four people. These strength sessions focus on form, technique and progressive program blocks to ensure improvement over time. Group Fit Training also offers unlimited group classes for strength, conditioning, boxing and Hatha Yoga to balance out the week. All members receive a movement assessment, activity plan, and regular coach check-ins to ensure accountability along their fitness journeys.
Memberships start from $59 per week. Add twice-weekly semi-private training sessions for a total of $99 per week. Current offer: 10 days for $10.
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GETTING FIT IN 45 MINUTES
F45 North Sydney
Lower Ground Level, 99 Walker St, North Sydney
0410 381 260
F45 is a group training experience focusing on circuit and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts, geared towards everyday movement. With an aim of burning 750 calories in 45 minutes, F45 is well-suited to those who want to get their hearts pumping with limited time. F45 North Sydney Director Wayne Fergusson explains “at F45 we have a huge emphasis on variety and innovation within our training sessions.” He believes that this, alongside the “pulsing, upbeat environment where goals are met and exceeded,” has led to F45 being voted as having the ‘Most Satisfied Customers’ for five years in a row by Canstar.
Memberships start from $40 per week. February offer: 7 days for $7.
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ALL-ROUNDERS:
The following three gyms are boutique centres focusing on a community feel and personalised approach, earning them all-rounder titles.
RadBod Fitness
Suite 2/14 Cammeray Rd
0411 411 705
RadBod Fitness is an appointment-only premium fitness studio located in leafy Cammeray, that specialises in strength training, conditioning, functional fitness and HIIT workouts for all ages and abilities. RadBod offers combined indoor and outdoor personal training, plus small group fitness sessions in their studio and surrounding green areas. Founder and Head Trainer Radek Jonak explains his philosophy to the Sun: “I believe it’s never too late to get fit and I always incorporate laughter into my sessions to exercise the soul while the body does the hard bit.” Personal training sessions start from $61 for 30 min and $106 for 60 mins. RadRapid 30-minute HIIT are $33 per class, 60-minute classes $38-$48 per class. Multi-packs are available for discounted pricing
The Gym
Level 1/378 Pacific Hwy, Crows Nest
0414 765 250
The Gym, which recently relocated from St Leonards to Crows Nest, focuses on scientific programming and personal coaching to bring training to the next level. During their induction process, trainers assess each member’s movement abilities, allowing them to personalise the group program for each member once they begin classes. Explaining the ethos of her gym to the Sun, Head Coach and Owner Missy Porteous says “We advocate for change in an industry which is filled with weight loss challenges and unsuccessful quick fixes.”Membership is $79 per week (including 1-1 inductions, unlimited classes and an ongoing quarterly 1-1 session)
Steed Fitness
LG1/30 Alfred St S, Milsons Point
0426 626 670
Steed Fitness is the only commercial gym in Milsons Point, but this isn’t the only reason this centre stands out. Seven-time Australian Powerlifting champion and Steed Fitness Co-Director Yani Zhao explains the mission of her independent gym is to “support everyone in their fitness journey” and to treat members “not just as someone who has a membership card”. The centre provides high-end equipment, personal training packages and InBody Composition scans. Steed’s luxurious experience and passionate trainers motivate members to get in the door and achieve their fitness goals. Memberships start from $29 per week.