The Gym - Crows Nest, New South Wales

S M.

I actually had a negative experience some time ago with this place. I never got to attend any classes here because the owner(?) told me to go elsewhere over e-mail.

Basically I contacted them to try training out there and I was asked what my reasons were behind wanting to start working out. I said that I wanted to lose weight for my own self image. I got a response, worded in a very condescending manner, that if I wanted to only work out for the sake of getting slimmer that I should go other chain gyms in the area and not them because they focus on improving health. However, the way it was worded implied heavily that my motivation to work out was superficial and so I should go to gyms which are superficial as well.

Personally, I don’t think they have the right to judge people’s motivations for wanting to work out. If they want to slim down, so be it. It’s not any of their business. How do they know if someone starts working out they will start to look more at health aspects too? Regardless it’s really wrong to talk down to someone, act like their reasons aren’t ’good enough’ and tell them to go elsewhere like that. I don’t understand all the perfect 5 star reviews on here honestly it’s very weird to me.

Olivia P.

After years of doing different forms of strength training, I joined The Gym about 6 weeks ago. The quality of the classes and the coaching is amazing, and the community is so warm and welcoming. I am really enjoying the balance of progressing through a structured program while still having plenty of variety within and between classes. I'm learning so many new skills and best of all, I'm having fun doing it! I cannot recommend Missy and The Gym highly enough.

Felicity M.

I joined The Gym just over 12 months ago and it has been an amazing 12 months. Coming from a gym that was all about the people, I was looking for the same great vibe and The Gym delivers. All the people who train with Missy & Matt are super fun, and we are all there for the same thing. To move well and to enjoy training. Missy is an incredible coach. She cares more than any other coach I've ever trained with. She takes the time to understand how you move, what your strengths are, what you need help with and then maps out a plan for you for continued success. I have improved so much in the last year, I have gotten stronger and gained some awesome new skills. Things I never knew I could ever do (eg. hand stand push ups, ring work and rope climbing). There's something for everyone at The Gym. It's the most welcoming place. Do yourself a favour and join!

Luke S.

Fantastic gym that caters to all fitness levels, experience and ability. Missy, Matt and the other coaches have worked hard to ensure The Gym Sydney provides its members with not only an effective training methodology, but also one that is safe, fun and individually tailored.

No matter what your goal, Missy and the other coaches want to make sure you achieve them.

The individually tailored warm ups, goal setting and varied workouts combined with a fun environment are what sets this gym apart from others.

Furthermore, the coaches have a genuine passion and interest in making sure each and every member is having a positive training experience.

I can highly recommend The Gym, it's a great place to either start or continue your fitness journey.

Brianna C.

I'd spent a few years of 'donating' to many gyms across the North Shore and my fitness was at an all time low, so I was hesitant to join yet another gym. After 7 months of consistent attendance I can say joining The Gym was the best decision I made in 2020. I am fitter, stronger and happier. Exercise is no longer a 'have to' - I look forward to it and despite having a long way to go with my health goals, I love every minute I spend at The Gym!

Missy makes it her mission to ensure her members thrive and I'm continually impressed by the personalized approach provided to every single member, new or old. The emphasis on safety, technique and functional movement over aesthetics or quick fixes is embraced by all coaches and members. The coaches easily (and happily!) adapt each workout to suit individual needs ensuring everyone trains safely while still being challenged. I've been supported and encouraged since Day 1 and this has made a huge difference to my motivation, determination and finding my confidence in the gym.

Highly recommend The Gym for anyone new to training right through to advanced lifters. Workouts are varied, interesting and challenging. Amazing community of like-minded people who are motivated, fun, friendly and passionate about movement and health.

Facilities are great - showers, super clean and COVID safe, always plenty of on street parking available. Excellent booking system, small class sizes.

Wendy W.

I've been a regular at The Gym for a few months. This is the place to achieve your personal fitness goals under the expert guidance of Coaches Missy, Presto and Matty. The classes change daily, are challenging, cater to all fitness levels and are definitely lots of fun! It's all about doing your best, with the correct technique here. I love the community vibe at The Gym. The members are welcoming, supportive and friendly. I can highly recommend The Gym, it's a great place to either start or continue your fitness journey.

Steven W.

I’ve been at The Gym for a full 12 months now and what started as just a change of gyms has become a massive improvement to my physical and mental well-being. I came to Missy with the aim of wanting to learn olympic lifting from an experienced coach. Yes, we ticked that box and then we started fixing a chronic long term shoulder issue, started squatting lower despite my arthritic knee and stopped paying for unnecessary massages. To top it all, the community at the gym is awesome. Everyone is so supportive, friendly and the family vibe is strong. All these extra boxes I wasn’t looking for including those burpee box jumps all tick, tick, tick! So come on down if you’re looking for a coach that actually cares about how you lift, move and knows what she’s talking about. So tick that box on your health goals at The Gym right now.

Northern G.

The Gym is a small, family run business, with a focus on improving movement. It is a safe and friendly place with a small team of dedicated coaching experts that focus on improving strength, technique and the skills of their members. The Gym's members are all very social and welcoming and the daily programs are fun and interesting. I cant recommend the The Gym highly enough for value-for-money, and it is the place to go if you are looking for a cross-training gymnasium on Sydney's lower north shore!