Strength Republic
Information about Strength Republic
Opening hours
- Monday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Our comment from FitFit Australia about Strength Republic:
Strength Republic, located in Newcastle, Australia, is a premier gym that caters to fitness enthusiasts of all levels. Members have consistently praised its wide range of top-quality Hammer Strength equipment, robust free weights, and ample space for various training styles including powerlifting, bodybuilding, and cardio. The friendly and supportive atmosphere fosters a community spirit, making it a welcoming environment for everyone from beginners to professional athletes.
Highlights of Strength Republic include:
- 24/7 access, allowing flexibility for all schedules.
- Variety of classes suitable for different fitness goals.
- Professionally maintained and well-stocked facilities.
- A strong sense of community with friendly staff and members.
While most reviews are positive, some users have noted issues with parking during peak hours and the absence of air conditioning can make it feel warm, especially during busy periods. Additionally, it’s advised to visit during staffing hours for membership inquiries.
Overall, Strength Republic stands out as a fantastic choice for serious trainers and fitness newbies alike, providing everything you need to achieve your fitness goals.
Strength Republic: Opinions
Fantastic experience: Been a member for over a year now and have nothing but positive experiences at Strength Republic. Mostly free weight machines with plenty of options. Very catering to members of all fitness levels with a couple classes throughout the week. Parking can be tough at peak hours or early morning when competing with the CrossFit gyms near by, but usually manage.
Thank you Mike. Appreciate the review, but more importantly, glad you enjoy training here!
Fantastic experience: Strength Republic is a great gym! Great quality equipment and very friendly people who make the space very pleasant to train. I'm really enjoying my experience
Fantastic experience: Absolutely love Strength Republic. I came from another gym in town that just wasn't suited to my needs, but I'm really glad I found Strength. Beautiful range of Hammer Strength equipment that is top quality and in great condition. Such a large selection of equipment too, including powerlifting, cardio, and even strongman equipment, as well as both machine, cable, and plate-loaded machines. But as a bodybuilder, this place is perfect. Staff are friendly and helpful also. Important to note if you're considering switching gyms - staff hours are limited, so make sure you come sign up when they are staffed. Also no aircon, but now I'm addicted to the heat and sweat during a workout! Makes it that much harder.
Thank you so much Kai. We hope you continue to enjoy our gym!
Fantastic experience: Truely the best gym in Newcastle!! Everyone from pro bodybuilders & fitness freaks to mums & bubs come to this gym. Very community and family focused! A no judgement gym where everyone is nice and supports everyone’s goals - no matter how big or small. It’s the only bodybuilding gym in Newcastle with a wide range of equipment. It’s never overly busy and you can always find what you need. AM & PM group classes are run with all fitness levels attending.
Fantastic experience: New member, so still acquainting myself with gym layout. Equipment is robust with a great selection of free weights. Would cater for multiple sports & their levels. A raw airy feel about this gym. A secure no nonsense establishment of which I would recommend for all sports enthusiasts. I use 2 gyms for 5 days a week training with weights. Strength will become my go to.
Thank you! We hope you continue to enjoy our gym.
Fantastic experience: Strength Republic has been a wonderful experience for me, I'm am in my mid 60s, the owners are lovely family people, also to mention over the Years they have been very helpful to alot of young athletes.
Thank you for the awesome review Marguerita! We're so glad you've enjoyed your time hereat Strength Republic and appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
Fantastic experience: Visited while in town for GPC event, was brilliant, very welcoming and good setup!
Fantastic experience: A great gym plenty of space and equipment for any form of training you would like to do. The opening time are a bonus enter with you card at a time that fits your schedule
Fantastic experience: Strength Republic is my go-to gym. Great quality and variety of equipment and machines, with enough room to do everything I want. The staff are kind and helpful, and the owners are friendly and respectful. I don’t have a bad word to say about Strength Republic.
Fantastic experience: Very nice facility that gets everything you need to achieve your goal! No matter you drive or take public transport, it’s super convenient to get there. Marco is very helpful to set me up with the access to the gym, and showed me around with helpful tips. I did both self-led training and group class (designed and ran by legendary Sam) and had great experience from them. Feel very accomplished every time I complete my training and step out of the door ☺️. Would highly recommend!
Thank you Ruby. We appreciate you, and we appreciate your review! We're glad you're a member here!
Fantastic experience: A gym that is actually a gym. Just signed up today - the team there are really great and super friendly + understanding. The gym is in a large warehouse setting with a HUGE amount of HammerStrength machines. One of the best stocked commercial gyms I have ever seen. There is no aircon so it could be on the hotter side for some people, but personally I love it & I was able to complete a workout at midday with nil issues. Couldn't recommend it more.
Fantastic experience: Very welcoming and friendly. Have everything you need.
We're so glad you enjoy the gym Georgina; that's exactly the environment we're trying to create!
Negative experience: My 13 year old son wanted to have boxing lessons. The two rude guys at the front desk told md they arent a child minding facility. In one lesson they forgot he was there and they left him skipping rope for nearly an hour. We didnt go back.
Fantastic experience: Most Gyms are Hell-scapes of surgical grade fluorescent lighting and shiny equipment crammed in straight lines. Strength Republic is not this. It feels Authentic, and it's mad. I give it 10 hammer strength machines out of ten.
Fantastic experience: A fantastic family owned business opened 24/7. Im really happy with the equipment and cleanliness of the Strenght Republic.They have a mix of fantastic equipment,great staff and good facilities. Shaun and Yvette are so passionate about what they do that you can't help but be inspired and motivated to push yourself harder. They are always around if you need some help or advice which they are always willing to do. Both Shaun and Yvette have a great knowlegde in comp prep and this has been shown with great results from their athletes. As a competitor this year im am very happy with how my body is responding,changing and im loving the extra push i get from both shaun, yvette and fellow members.
Thank you Mel.
Fantastic experience: If you're looking for the perfect gym then you will find it all at Strength Republic! Whether your into MMA, CrossFit, BodyBuilding, Weightloss or general Fitness you can find it all under one roof at Newcastle's BEST equipped gym! Ive been in the fitness industry for more than 7 years and Strength republic is my favourite gym anywhere from the layout to equipment to the people that make up the gym, why train anywhere else?
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Fantastic experience: I have never been a gym kinda girl but I got the courage up to start excercising and Strength Republic has made it so easy. With great people, great classes and great equipment they have helped and supported me to achieve my weightloss goals. Its really alot of fun.
Glad you liked!
Fantastic experience: AKA my second home! Awesome gym, lovely owners. The weights and cardio equipment is all relatively new and well maintained. The MMA area is also great! There's no other gym I've been to that is 24 hours and offers great classes and such awesome facilities :)
Thanks Skye. Hope to see you in soon
Fantastic experience: Friendly staff, perfect for powerlifters and strongmen/women
Thanks so much Tim!
Fantastic experience: Strength Republic is a fantastic gym for all levels of fitness. The friendly staff and fellow lifters make this an easy gym to come to. The space means you are able to work out in a safe and comfortable space. Loads of equipment for all different types of workout. The boxing gym (Steel City Boxing) adds a great feel to this gym. Fully recommend any one thinking of coming along to seriously do it.
Glad you love the gym Matt!
Fantastic experience: good
Fantastic experience: Really enjoyed training here while away on holidays! Massive of space and friendly staff. Will be going back next time in Newcastle
Fantastic experience: BY FAR THE BEST GYM IN NEWCASTLE AND THE HUNTER. FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED. FRIENDLY STAFF. AMAZING FACILITY. MY FAVOURITE PLACE TO TRAIN.
Thank you so much for your review!!
Fantastic experience: Best gym in Newcastle! Everyone is really nice, the owners are very receptive and great customer service at the reception, especially from Evette Bowsie.
Positive experience: Bit hot, especially since there is no ventilation when unstaffed on weekends.
Yep it does get warm on very hot days, lucky we like to sweat while we train!! And those sweaty endorphins!! The fans do help though Glad you enjoy training with us and thanks for the 4 stars
Negative experience: Why put contact details on your website and never actually answer the phone. I'll look elsewhere.
Hi RussellReturning messages via phone or email is our first task of the day. Not sure how we missed you! Apologies
Negative experience: Sad to say that this place is tired and run down, barely any of the cardio machines work weights are "ok" if their not over run by dudes They say family owned and operated but go through staff like no tomorrow, are they "operating" it themselves?
Hi JosieThanks for your review. We value members feedback, however we’ve searched all of our databases and can’t find your name listed as a member or casual visitor anywhere.In response to your points:Our equipment is anything but “tired” it’s well maintained, regularly serviced - our last service from the Life Fitness technicians was in March 2021 (2 Wks ago) and we are the only HammerStrength certified gym in our area.Yes we have a lot of male members, we have a lot of female members also. Our members feel comfortable using any piece of equipment they desire at any time, I hope that if a person did not feel comfortable that they would come to a member of our team for assistance.As for our team, our newest team member has been with us for 10 months, and our longest standing team member for 8 years. While our “family owners” are here most days for coaching purposes, they rarely “work the desk” as this is not the area they feel they can best serve their members.Once again, thanks for taking the time to give us a review, if indeed you are a member and we can be of any further assistance, please do email us via our website.
Fantastic experience: Great place to train - if you train in the morning, you pretty much have the whole facility to yourself. Great equipment - majority plate loaded Hammer Strength. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: I have attempted to join gyms multiple times in my life and I never really felt like I could workout in an empowering and comfortable space... Until I walked into Strength Republic!!! Yvette and Shaun are super supportive and believe in the mental and physical fitness of thier members, the training sessions are amazing at pushing you into spaces of growth with a feeling of accomplishment knowing you have been safe in your form. The vibe of the space is super modern and upbeat! I highly recommended for people who are trying the 'gym thing' you will be converted into a person who feels happier and more in love with life
Hi Skye! Thank you so much for the review, we are so happy we could provide that for you! Happy training :)
Fantastic experience: Hands down one of the best gyms in Newcastle. Friendly staff, great equipment, lots of open space and great prices too. Seen a couple fake reviews trying to bring this gym down, do not believe them. 11/10 would recommend to a friends
Very grateful for your feedback Andrew, thank you
Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality
Fantastic experience: Steel street boxing is next door and that's where we go awesome coaches and the atmosphere is GREAT
Fantastic experience: Great, clean gym. Shaun and Yvette are extremely knowledgeable and helpful with any aspect of fitness. Quality machines and friendly PTs. Definitely worth a look if your thinking about joining
Fantastic experience: The community and vibe at Strength is unmatched. Amazing equipment and so much space. Best gym in Newcastle for sure! Never felt so comfortable at a gym!
Thank you Kyeandra
Fantastic experience: Where do I start? The layout of the Gym is the best I have ever seen! Plenty of space around machines & Free weight areas. You are never standing around waiting for equipment. The range of equipment is amazing, from Cardio to Bodybuilding & even Strong Man equipment, I have never been to a Gym with so much variety. The Trainers at Strength Republic are among some of the nicest people on the planet! They are very professional and enthusiastic about helping you reach your goals! The Owners Shaun & Yvette are two of the most pleasant & Knowledgeable people I have ever met, I have trained at many gyms over the last 8 years and I have never felt more welcomed by these guys. They always greet you with a smile, they are always encouraging and will always help you out with some great tips & tricks to meet you full training potential. The members are also some of the nicest & most respectable people around! Every day I walk in I am greeted with a Smile, a wave or even a simple nod from everyone in there. All members are always willing to help by giving you a spot on your bench or videoing your intense sets for your Instagram stories. If you are after an amazing gym & an even more amazing gym family, Strength Republic is the gym for you! A massive thank you to Shaun & Yvette for being so welcoming & for creating a gym that feels like home! I look forward to spending the rest of my training life in your gym.
Riley, your review just made me cry. I don’t even know how to respond. Thank you so much for your kind words and support. It is an absolute pleasure seeing you everyday!!
Fantastic experience: The most amazing, friendly, welcoming gym in Newcastle!!!! Wouldn't go anywhere else! The owners & trainers are so knowledgeable and are always willing to help and support you with your goals! The classes that are run throughout the week is another way to increase your fitness, build muscle. I have met some amazing people at Strength and look forward to getting my arse their each day!
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!! We love having you train with us here Bec xx
Fantastic experience: This gym uses proper equipment, has everything you could want and need and the owners really care about their members. They promote a friendly and helpful environment and their knowledge and expertise is unbeatable.
Very grateful for your feedback and support David. Thank you
Fantastic experience: Incredible gym, very knowledgeable trainers and coaches, provide a friendly but motivating atmosphere to train. I love how the staff know your name and treat you as a friend and person not just a number like some of the other gyms. Highly recommend Strength Republic!!
Very grateful for your feedback and support Brysen. Thank you
Fantastic experience: Being a fitness passport member, I have the luxury of going to almost any gym I wanted too. But after finding Strength Republic, I didn't want to go to any other gym. Strength Republic is definitely Newcastle's best gym. It's huge, has so much equipment, so you're never standing around waiting for your turn and most of all, Shaun, Yvette and their staff are amazing. They make you feel welcome and the way the gym is run really puts it above every other gym. The staff does more than just sign new clients. They make the gym feel like a second home and ensure everyone is showing respect for each other and the gym. Can't recommend Strength Republic enough. Newcastle's best muppet free gym
Thank you so much for your feedback Thomas! We love being part of the fitness passport program. We really appreciate having you as a member of our gym!
Negative experience: I couldn’t even get in the door or ring them to get in or say hi. Annoying
Hey Rylie, sorry we missed you did you try contacting our Facebook? Given we are a 24 hour gym to members we have limited staffed hours but generally try and respond to all messages, we apologise for any inconvenience.
Positive experience: Nice
Fantastic experience: An incredible facility, Nothing like a commercial gym. The staff made it feel like family and the equipment and layout is so functional and practical. I'd recommend this gym to anyone serious about their training.
Hi Emma, thank you for the review! We are so happy to hear your feedback.
Negative experience: Gym owner has anger issues. Yelled at me at the top of his lungs to get out for (wrongfully) believing I didn't have clips on the bar I was using. They have an underqualified and inexperienced personal trainer teaching Olympic weightlifting poorly - risking injury of gym members (Mark I believe was his name). If you intend on training without being harassed every other day then I would not recommend this gym.
Andrew, you know that this is not true. You were removed from the gym for aggressive behavior, swearing at a staff member, and aggressively pushing a staff member. This is completely unacceptable and assault, and was witnessed by other staff and gym members. We do not tolerate this type of behavior, as we are a family friendly gym, that is why your membership was cancelled immediately. Your membership cancellation was applauded by multiple members, as your training methods and gym etiquette were repeatedly complained about.
Negative experience: I like how you try to dismiss what I've written just by saying that it's not true. 1. Both facts are true. 2. Be careful of falsely accusing someone of assault. I'm sure you have cameras in your gym which you can check yourself. The gym trainer forcefully took my bag and phone (theft btw) and I grabbed it back off him. No pushing involved, although I did swear at him as he's been harassing me since I joined this gym for no apparent reason. 3. The people you talk about applauding my cancellation are likely the personal trainers who quarter squat weights far beyond their strength level - and teach their clients to do the same. I don't believe you can talk about my training methods when 1. I only follow programming from coaches with experience and qualifications to provide a sound program (more than can be said about the trainers at this gym) 2. None of the trainers at your gym can clean what I can snatch - which is worrying because I'm by no means an athlete at a high level. That is all, goodbye.
Because it’s not true
Fantastic experience: Excellent gym with a great vibe and all the equipment you could wish for
Thank you Poppy, glad you're enjoying!
Fantastic experience: An amazing gym with a great atmosphere! Great group training sessions that cater to all levels of fitness and gym experience (also a cool group of people to workout with!)
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: What makes a gym great ? I'll tell you what.....great equipment, friendly helpful staff, knowledgeable, qualified and passionate trainers, awesome members, a non intimidating environment in a place where all are made to feel welcome, safe and are encouraged, and a place where no muppets or finger puppets are allowed...all of these equate to an experience unlike any other, and hands down the best gym in the hunter region....Richie
Fantastic experience: Awesome atmosphere. The owners leave no stone unturned to ensure the members feel comfortable and safe. They have built a wonderful team to assist members in whatever fitness goals they want to achieve. Be it a new gym entrant or a professional competitive bodybuilder or an athlete , everyone is made to feel welcome. Highly recommended if you are in Newcastle
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: An amazing place to train and the new location is fab! The classes are the perfect mix of strength and conditioning and are suitable for all fitness levels. I was super unfit and knew no-one at my very first class and I was made to feel totally welcome and capable of achieving anything. Best gym!
Negative experience: Absolutely disgraceful, DO NOT RECOMMEND! I had notified the gym 2 years ago of needing to cancel my membership as i was moving away. No response was received. I had to take initiative to stop all bank transactions so no money continues to be taken from my Account. I am still receiving promotional text messages when i have requested them to be stopped multiple times. Spoken to Sean who is suppose to be one of the gym owners but was unable to help me and stated it was out of his hands. 2 years on they are still trying to charge me for the gym membership and i have tried contacting them and have received no reply. I will be taking further actions to stop these fraudulent people. If you are thinking of joining a gym, you'd save yourself the headache and time if you do not chose this place.
When you join a gym you sign a terms and conditions. In our terms and conditions it states that if a member decides to leave before the term of their membership is up, they will provide notification in writing, and then, if their fees are up to date, they will pay an early exit fee. Firstly you did not follow the process and provide notification in writing, nor did you receive receipt of registration of said notification. However, after speaking with you I agreed to backdate to the date you believed was correct. At this date, your membership was already in arrears. To cancel you would be required to pay what was already owed plus the early cancellation fee. I explained this to you on the phone, offered to wipe the hundreds of dollars owing as long as you agreed to pay the early cancellation fee. You agreed and then still you write a review like this. We still haven’t received payment of the fees you owe. We are a family owned business, not a multi corporate franchise. Please kindly pay your $130 cancellation fee.
Fantastic experience: An amazing place to train and the new location is fab! The classes are the perfect mix of strength and conditioning and are suitable for all fitness levels. I was super unfit and knew no-one at my very first class and I was made to feel totally welcome and capable of achieving anything. Best gym!
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: Excellent 24hr gym.
Thanks Alan!
Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere. All of the weight machines are in good condition! Plus they have an awesome track to do sled pushes and sprints etc
We need all this stuff for weapons like you Bonnie! Thanks for the review, we are glad you like the facility. db
Fantastic experience: Newcastle's performance and training mecca! Everything you need for any style of training, sport or fitness. Definitely the home of some serious gains!
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: Great modern gym to train at. Big floor area in the weights section with plenty of different machines and free weights. Good cardio section and and a big boxing room. Staff are more than willing to help so 2 thumbs up
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: I love coming to thie gym every time, it's such a fun atmosphere and everyone's always so helpful and up for a chat
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: Hands down the best gym in Newcastle with a great training atmosphere! A judgement free gym where everyone is welcomed no matter their experience level.
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: I would have to say that Strength Republic is the BEST gym in Newcastle by far!!! Along with an AWESOMELY POSITIVE, and encouraging atmosphere. The equipment is great and always kept well maintained. Also, the owners Shaun and Yvette - and the rest of the staff - are very friendly as well as supportive towards your fitness goals. :)
Fantastic experience: Fantastic gym!!
We thought so as well! Thank you. db
Fantastic experience: Effing loved it great equipment awesome atmosphere
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: Absolutely love this Facility. Plenty of parking, 24 hour access, just swipe your card and go and train. The best Hammer Strength machines, massive free weight section, great atmosphere, it has it all.
Fantastic experience: Not only is the gym stocked to the brim with great equipment, but it has such a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Without doubt the best gym in Newcastle.
You forgot to mention the great trainers! Thanks Marco, we love having you! db
Fantastic experience: Amazing facility with everything you could need! I am a competitive strongman, powerlifter and rugby player and Strength Republic has everything I need
Except for beds and kitchen. Once we get them there will be no need to ever leave! Thanks Nick. db
Fantastic experience: Best gym in Newcastle by a long way....great people
Takes one to know one Rich. Cheers mate. Wouldn't be the same without your vibrance. db
Fantastic experience: Best equipment by far...love the space!
Fantastic experience: Great place! Awesome trainers, modern equipment. Great atmosphere
Thank you so much for your positive review. As a family owned and operated business your support means a great deal to us!!
Fantastic experience: Best gym in Newcastle, possibly Australia, maybe the world
Thank you. We agree. Glad you liked it.
Fantastic experience: As a powerlifter (with a bit of bodybuilder) this is one of the best gyms I have ever been to! Has really awesome equipment (really good bars and Ivanko plates) they also seem very new / well maintained but at the same time also gives off an old school vibe. It also has one of the best environments (literally has a corner for any forms of fitness (cardio, weightlifting, powerlifting, bodybuilding, cross fit...). I definitely would recommend this gym to everyone!
Thanks for visiting and also for the review! db
Fantastic experience: Best gym I've ever been in.
Loved having you! db
Fantastic experience: This gym has everything. With the soon to be addition of the S2 Performance Powerlifting club and its new Powerlifting equipment it will definitely be able to claim its status as Newcastle's strongest gym. Best gym in town by a mile!!!
Thank Stew. Great to S2 Performance on board
Fantastic experience: Best gym in Newcastle. Couldn't speak more highly of this gym!
And it's even better when you there Chloe!
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