OUR STORY

Darren was an avid touch footy player until undergoing knee surgery for a second time. As part of his rehabilitation he was introduced to weight training under a personal trainer. Darren found the same joy he had experienced being part of a team when he started participating in fitness classes. The challenge of rebuilding his muscle strength and the support he received from his new community contributed to all aspects of his life including his mental wellbeing. Darren wanted to share his experiences, understanding and the satisfaction of investing in your own physical health so he completed his qualifications for group fitness instructor, and personal training. Darren wants to provide an enjoyable but challenging experience for his clients as they progress on their fitness journey.

Miller has spent most of his life involved in gyms and competitive sport with 50 years of experience in training and physical activity, from which he has gained a strong understanding of movement, strength, and training safely at all stages of life. He holds both Certificate III and Certificate IV in Fitness. As a senior himself, Miller understands how the body changes over time and the challenges that can come with it. He understands the physical changes that come with ageing and continues to learn how to manage them, helping others stay active and keep moving forward. He likes to focus on functional, hybrid-style training that develop strength, balance, mobility, and overall fitness. He has a strong interest in working with mature clients, helping them improve movement, build confidence, and continue training safely at their own pace. Having previously owned a gym, Miller brings strong experience working with groups and creating a relaxed training environment. He believes training is not just about the physical side, but also the camaraderie and friendships built along the way. Seeing people achieve goals they didn’t think were possible is what he enjoys most and continues to drive his passion for helping others.

Kate's journey into fitness began as a sporadic exerciser, but it took a turn when she was diagnosed with various health issues. Recognising the potential benefits of enhancing her overall fitness for her well-being, Kate joined group fitness classes, and what started as a necessity evolved into a profound passion for training. Over four years later, Kate has witnessed a remarkable improvement in both her physical and mental well-being. Eager to inspire others on their own fitness journeys, she is now dedicated to sharing her love for fitness. With a Certificate III in Fitness already under her belt, Kate is currently pursuing her Certificate IV in Fitness in 2024. Her enthusiasm for weight training is evident, and she aspires to instil a holistic approach to wellness in her clients. Kate's goal is to create an environment where clients experience a sense of accomplishment and look forward to returning after each class, inspired by her passion for fitness.

Wendy's approach to fitness is always centred on the relationship between the body and mind. Yoga classes follow vinyasa flow principles, focused on building physical and mental strength, movement and recovery. Her group classes aim to build knowledge and confidence to train. Regardless of where you are on your fitness journey, come and enjoy some considered time to move your body, shift mindset and have some fun!

Lynda completed her Certificate III in Fitness in 2023, after lots of persuasion from her friend and mentor Mully. Her fitness journey started after returning to Australia from living abroad for many years. As a late bloomer to this fitness game, her journey to good health and fitness hasn’t been easy. Genetics haven’t been kind and in early 2023 she underwent hip replacement surgery. Lynda is aware of mobility issues and range of motion limitations and her classes cater to all levels of fitness. She can relate to clients of all ages and abilities and offers practical advice to help keep, our clients motivated and active. Lynda’s classes, get you up and moving with a variety of different exercises and formats, that help to improve your balance, strength and cardio fitness. When she’s not instructing or participating in classes, Lynda is busy keeping tabs on the finances of The Shed, as the Treasurer of the association. ps - exercise helps you live a longer, healthier and happier life !!

Meet Radek our MobilityFIT trainer, showing his fitness loves. - crawling - kettlebells - martial arts Radek is on a mission to @crawl_the_world and help people to move better and get stronger through crawling and @original_strength resets. He loves helping people to find their original strength. Radek is a Certified StrongFirst SFB Body Weight Instructor, Instructor in Hardcore Jeet Kune Do (Bruce Lee's Fighting Methods), Functional Foot Map Specialist, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS) Sport II & StrongFirst SFG1 Kettlebells. His specialties are: Crawling, Mobility, Bodyweight movement, MS patients, kettlebells