GROUP STRENGTH TRAINING · SHELLHARBOUR

Group training that builds strength, not just a sweat.

Our sessions are designed by a personal trainer and a physiotherapist together, and built on real strength principles. Heavier loads, around twelve reps or fewer, and proper rest. You are not here to be wrecked, you are here to get stronger, and there is a difference.

WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT

Strength based, not smash yourself.

Most group fitness prioritises intensity over adaptation. Light loads, no rest and high fatigue leave you exhausted but no stronger, and over time that means plateaus, burnout and niggles. Our sessions flip it: real loads, twelve reps or fewer, and around two minutes of rest, because if you can do 20 to 30 reps with no rest, you are doing cardio, not strength training.

NEW MEMBER OFFER

Every session coached, with your six weeks programmed.

Included with every gym membership

Your first six weeks, programmed

Everything included: coached group strength sessions · 24/7 gym access · goal-setting consultation · movement assessment and a personal plan

Available to new members when you join the gym.

WHY MUSCLE STRENGTH MATTERS

Muscular strength governs your quality of life.

Research links higher muscular strength with around a 31% lower risk of death from all causes, and regular strength training with a 10 to 17% lower risk of chronic disease. This is what our sessions are actually for.

More strength and muscle

Progressive overload, session to session, so you actually adapt.

Target weak links

Target the weaknesses and movement limits that hold you back or get you hurt.

Mobility that transfers

Joint range and control that carries into real movement, not just stretching.

Posture and alignment

Hold better positions under load, so every lift gets more efficient.

Strength without burnout

Hard enough to progress, never so hard you stall. Load, volume and recovery balanced.

Movement awareness

Move with precision and control, in the gym and everywhere else.

THE TIMETABLE

Find a session that fits your week.

Coached group strength sessions run through the week, morning and evening. Times change week to week, so call us for this week’s sessions and we will book you in.

Want this week's times now?

HOW IT WORKS

Four steps between you and your first session.

Initial consultation

Meet the team, talk through your goals, injury history and training background. It is free and it is where we work out which sessions fit you.

Movement assessment

Posture, control, strength and mobility, plus anything that hurts, so we can coach you properly from day one.

Structured strength sessions

Coached group sessions following a progressive program. Proper technique, controlled loading, real strength built over time.

Progression, long term

As you get stronger the program progresses with you, so you keep improving instead of plateauing. The goal is long term strength, function and confidence.

YOUR COACHES

Trainers who are genuinely invested.

Taryn Laughlin

Head Personal Trainer

Strength, health and longevity, with a focus on women 30 to 70 and athletes. Stays current with the research so you do not have to.

Bec Dunning

Personal Trainer

Nearly 20 years in the fitness industry, across every kind of client and every kind of goal. Books now open.

Brayden Laughlin

Personal Trainer

Strength and conditioning, muscle building, sports performance and mobility. Believes in balance, including the occasional doughnut.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

Rated 5.0 by the people who train here.

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Emily was fantastic. Very thorough and got a plan in place straight away. Would highly recommend.
  
 
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   Graeme Whittaker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Trent (and Rx Physio) provided a very professional and comprehensive service.  I have already seen significant improvement in just 1 session, and believe that the proposed treatment plan, will lead to longer term relief for my back pain!!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Emily was Rx Physio was excellent. Knowledgeable, thorough and professional. Would definitely recommend and will be going to her in future.
  
 
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   Bradley Wilson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. “I had my initial assessment with Emily at RX Physiotherapy. She was thorough, professional, and took the time to explain my hypermobility and how it affects my knees and ankles. The session focused on detailed testing and building a structured plan, and I left with clear exercises and an understanding of what the next steps will be. A very knowledgeable and supportive clinician.”
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fit me in last minute for my first appointment. The assessment was thorough and caring. I left with a plan, direction and understanding, feeling well supported. April was welcoming and compassionate, super excited to continue my journey
  
 
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   Sharee Hughes 
 
 
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Trent is very informative and highly educated. He found my issue and through massage and dry needling im on the road to recovery.

Join the gym and try every session.

Fill in the form and we will call you today to book your consult and first session. If it is not for you after six weeks, you walk away having paid nothing.

(02) 4217 0064

Unit 1/35 Shellharbour Road, Lake Illawarra NSW 2528

Gym access 24/7. Staffed hours on the contact page.

Start with your six week program

Taryn will call you today to match the sessions to you. No obligation either way.

Begin with a free 10 minute Physio Fit Call.

Train any hour. Recover smarter.

Infrared Sauna

Cold Plunge

Group training that builds strength, not just a sweat.

Strength based, not smash yourself.

Every session coached, with your six weeks programmed.

Muscular strength governs your quality of life.

Find a session that fits your week.

Four steps between you and your first session.

Trainers who are genuinely invested.

Taryn Laughlin

Bec Dunning

Brayden Laughlin

Answers before you ask.

Do I need to be fit before I join a group session?

How big are the sessions?

Is this HIIT?

How do I book into sessions?

Can I try before committing?

What is the cancellation policy?

Are there age restrictions?

Is there parking?

Rated 5.0 by the people who train here.

Join the gym and try every session.

Start with your six week program