Absolute Health & Performance - Little Collins St

Fantastic experience: I’d give six starts if I could. The team have a fantastic mindset of genuinely partnering with clients by understating their goals and lifestyle and tailoring routines to suit. Cedric really helped with the back and neck challenges I had, and restored a lot of the agility and strength I’d lost over the years. If you want to work with a team of professionals who genuinely give a sh!t, join Absolute Health & Performance.

Fantastic experience: After suffering a chronic sciatic nerve condition for 4 years and trying everything from steroid based injections to physio, I was refereed to Team Absolute Health and Performance about 12 months ago. My energy levels were low along with my resilience levels. I was weak, stiff and felt older than my 56 years. Fast forward 12 months and a minimum of two 1:1 sessions per week and I am a new man! The professionalism of the trainers is second to none. The ability to break down my issues and rebuilt my core strength and confidence was amazing. My testing has shown I now have the strength and flexibility of 30-40 year old. I will take that any day! A special shout out to David Smith and Jackson Begley who have overseen the remarkable changes my body has made. I am a new man!

Fantastic experience: Since the initial consultation the team at Absolute have been professional, supportive and encouraging. Unlike other gyms I've had PT sessions at where they smash you to pieces, the Absolute team take a scientific and very methodical approach to help me achieve my goals. I've been training here for 6 months & for the first time in my life I'm starting to see real results, plus my back pain has diminished significantly. My trainer configures everything for me per session. He also holds me accountable which is something I lacked at other gyms. I highly recommend investing in your health at Absolute Health & Performance.

Fantastic experience: Stephen of Absolute Health & Performance has been absolutely (see what I did there) great to work with. It had been a long time since I’d done any sort of regular fitness routine and he eased me in nicely with enough push to see my strength and fitness improve noticeably in the 3-4 months that I’ve been seeing him. He’s also a great bloke too!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Dave and the entire team at Absolute Health & Performance. Their tailored and wholistic approach to personal fitness and health is first rate. Special shout out to Cedric who keeps the energy up and program challenging and rewarding!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Absolute Health to everyone who works or lives around CBD and is serious about getting fit! Coaches are very professional, nice and supportive, creating customized workouts that push me to reach my fitness goals. The boutique gym ensures personalized attention, and the community vibe keeps me motivated.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training with Jackson Begley from the Absolute team over the past 6 months and it’s been a transformative experience for me. As a 40-year old day of two boys I was starting to really feel my age and starting to see the first few things of longer terms issues with back pain and mobility. Working with Jackson has helped me get my strength on track and has really improved not only my fitness but my overall quality of life. The CBD location is ideal for a pop-out at lunch time so you can incorporate into the workday. Highly recommend for anyone looking to focus on starting strength or achieve fitness goals.

Fantastic experience: Amazing trainers who ensure great results! I started going due to a shoulder injury and have not only seen significant improvement in the strength of my shoulder but in my overall energy, strength and cardio. I love the personalised nature of the training and how welcoming and positive the experience is. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: If you're someone who is nervous about entering a gym environment, or tackling pain, I strongly recommend the team at Absolute! They've been absolute lifesavers, and have never felt more comfortable at the gym

Fantastic experience: Awesome place, if you work in Melbourne CBD worth coming and having chat with the guys. Love Cedric energy.

Fantastic experience: This gym and staff are so wonderful. It’s been a supportive space to get fit and healthy in both my mind and body. All the staff are excellent and the facilities are great. The team is accomodating and supportive in helping me achieve my goals. Thanks!

Fantastic experience: This is not your ordinary gym. Absolute Health and Performance take the time to access your health and fitness levels, then tailor a fitness plan that is best for you, including one on one coaching sessions. Shoutout to David as he really knows his stuff. I am a bit older now and sometime experience pain after workouts if I’m not careful, but David factors this in and I’ve never had a bad workout at this gym, I always leave feeling better. I’d recommend this gym to anyone, but in particular, if you have difficulties with workouts, or maybe just old age catching up with you, definitely give Absolute Health and Performance a go.

Fantastic experience: I have had a couple of sessions with Jasmine Genis, the osteopath at Absolute on Little Collins: mostly work on my neck and upper back because of pain and tightness. Jas really knows what she’s doing. She’s thorough, explains things well and is lovely to deal with. I highly recommend her.

Fantastic experience: Getting out and going for a long run has always been my happy place. The stress of the day just melts away as the kilometers tick by. But lifting, and having a relationship with weight training was always something I knew I had to do, until the team at Absolute helped me find my reasons why, it wasn't the thing I wanted to do. Now, I look forward to working on my personal program with my coach Fin and getting tips, daps and encouragement from the whole team (Cedric, Jaz, Dave and Jacko ). Oh, and I'm running faster and further than I have for the last 10 years too. If you're on the fence, just do it. The Absolute team will help you find your why and lead you on an enjoyable and challenging path. Thanks legends!

Fantastic experience: Probably one of Absolutes younger clients a few months ago I decided to take the plunge and get some help with functional / strength training, coming from a cycling background with almost no technique or knowledge in the gym environment I didn’t know what to expect. A quick welcome appointment and assessment and I was on my way. I knew that I needed people that valued my time, my fitness goals, and that sometimes the schedule gets derailed. Jackson and the staff at Absolute are always a quick message or call away, I’m soon back in the gym chasing goals and sweating it out. Two weeks into training I had some health issues, after five minutes of chatting with Jackson he was able to edit and adjust my workouts and I was back at it. Safely, making progress and staying sane during rehab. Each session is dynamic, the banters flowing and he’s skilfully motivating and challenging you along.

Fantastic experience: Very professional. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I've experienced chronic pain for nigh on 19 years, and have tried almost every treatment under the sun, from chiropractors to rolfing to osteopathy to physiotherapy. None of these treatment options have ever had a lasting effect and, despite having no diagnosable structural disfunction other than fibromyalgia, I was losing hope. After discovering Absolute Health and having a long conversation with Dave over the phone, I decided at a point of desperation to try a guided approach to exercise as I recognised that my increased fear around movement was severely impacting the quality of my life. I was utterly gobsmacked to find that Dave was not only fluent in comprehending the role the nervous system plays in chronic pain, but that he was also remarkably empathetic and understanding about my fears and limitations. His guided and supportive approach over the past few months have meant not only that my fear around movement is steadily abating, but that I am feeling more confident in lifting and trying new physical challenges that felt like an impossibility two short months ago. He's also a very personable soul and the love he has for his work and the people he works with is evident. I feel incredibly lucky to have stumbled across Absolute Fitness at this time in my life, and am very excited to see how far I can progress going forward. I'm already blown away by the improvements that I have seen, and the changes this has had not only on my physical self, but also my mental and emotional wellbeing. Dave, thanks as always for your gentle encouragement and support. It has meant the world and continues to do so.

Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough about my amazing experience with Absolute. The trainers are incredibly knowledgeable, tailoring each session to my specific goals and fitness level. Their dedication and encouragement have helped me achieve positive changes beyond my expectations. 5 stars all the way!

Fantastic experience: Have been seeing Ashley for Osteopathy for approx 6 yrs. When I first went in I had several injuries from past contact sports that had been left untreated. I began with no flex in my ankles, constant pain in knees, back and shoulders and no knowledge of how to understand the pain. I now have back my mobility that has given me quality of life and ability to now do oly and power lifting. I now have no constant pain, and I have been given knowledge to try alleviate issues that arise on my own. One the best things I have gained is an understanding of my body due to Ash giving knowledge while treating.

Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend the team at Absolute Health enough. I’ve been training with Dave over the last 5 years, and think their service is next level. Dave works with me on developing personal programs, and helping to achieve the goals we set out to do, with easy to follow and friendly advice. Paired with their in-house professional physio and osteo team, who’re there when some post training attention is required. They work through any soreness or issues that may come up. The perfect team.

Fantastic experience: Dave was referred to me by one of his long standing clients and I have been seeing Dave weekly for the past nine months. Dave has been focused on helping me achieve my goal of getting my brain out of my back! He ensures every session challenge focused and tailored to help reactivate and deactivate my muscles and nerves/neuro pathways. I never thought I would be lifting the weights or completing the sets I am, but here I am hitting PBs every week! Dave is always punctual and has my set up ready, he motivates me to be accountable and when I need that first and that ‘final push’! He ensures my technique is correct to avoid injury, is incredibly knowledgeable about health, wellbeing and nutrition, and genuinely cares and empathises regarding the chronic pain I live with. I have seen huge improvement in pain reduction, physique, flexibility and my overall quality of life…. These words and this review could never repay! Thanks Dave and AHP Team!!!

Fantastic experience: I joined Absolute in early 2023 after thinking about joining a gym for years (and countless failed memberships at commercial gyms) and it has been one of the most important decisions I’ve ever made. The team are brilliant, accomodating and work with your schedule; and the gym is spotless, chilled and a great environment to work out in. Shifting from being someone who largely ate chips into someone who now goes to the gym regularly (and is genuinely into it) couldn’t have been made easier by Dave and the team.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic training experience with the Absolute team, caters for all levels, tailored programs, extremely professional, and great fun to train with - recommend to anyone looking to get into, or build up their strength training

Fantastic experience: Since coming here I have developed a much more rounded and sustainable build. Steve is terrific and is helping me consistently achieve PBs across multiple exercises. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Now 18months into my journey with Absolute Health and Performance and I can hardly believe the results we've achieved as a team. What started out as a way to reduce injury and pain whilst running has transformed into continually working to optimise many aspects of my health and fitness. One aspect I undervalued at the time of joining was the ability to do virtual sessions when traveling (which is most weeks of the year for me). I simply send a few photos to Dave and he structures the session based on the equipment available at the hotel gym - this has been a game changer for me. Even when I've been overseas Dave has managed to find timeslots that work for both of us. Because I'm on the premium package I get additional support from their in-house osteo and dietician. Here is a snapshot from the regular measurement tests I do: - Body weight down from 85kgs to 79kgs - More importantly body fat % down to 13% from 19% - Waistline down to 84.5cm from 92cm All other measures; like jumping height, grip strength, mid-thigh pull, bench press, chin ups all showing significant improvement. And more importantly, I'm living a better life because of the improvements in my fitness we've managed to achieve together. Thank you to Dave and the team. Previous post I’ve been training at Absolute Health and Performance for about 8 months. I originally decided to join to reduce the number of, as well as the chronic niggles I was experiencing whilst training for a marathon. However, my experience has yielded so much more. - I feel like my running pace has increased - I’m better able to do all the fun things with our young child - I’m stronger, trimmer and I believe overall fitter than when I started. - the niggles have largely disappeared I really appreciate the way my program is structured, how it adjusts to how I’m feeling on the day, the way the program changes as I develop more strength and capabilities and I particularly like that I don’t need to think. I just show up, workout then leave. I don’t even have to put the weights back on their rack!

Fantastic experience: This is a fantastic gym and PT service. I am in my 60s, and never tried personal training before. I thought this gym would be too demanding for me, but signed up during Covid. My gym genius, Steve, gradually built up my strength, which got me completing the Mont Blanc circuit last year, even keeping up with my very fit daughter. That would have been impossible without the conditioning at Absolute. All the staff are professional, friendly, educated, and know their stuff. The workouts are well planned, personalised, and varied. I always leave feeling I’ve had a real workout, but wanting to come back too. As Steve says, it is supposed to be hard, but makes everything outside the gym easier. Strongly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Start training at Absolute is one of the best decisions I’ve made last year. The trainers here are friendly and professional. They would always be patient and take an interest in you no matter what fitness levels you’re at. Always hard workout with happy people and I’ve noticed great results already.

Fantastic experience: Great coaching staff and facility

Fantastic experience: The team at absolute fitness are amazing, David led the program for my journey, and it is well paced and allowed me to ease in to a more healthy lifestyle, being super flexible to suit my evolving time table. David is personable and extremely professional, I would highly recommended it!

Fantastic experience: Wonderful gym, which specialises in PT or personalised workouts / programs. Everyone at the gym is great and very knowledgeable. The gym has a fantastic range of equipment given the size, and is never too busy where you are fighting for a spot on the floor / for equipment. If you’ve got a specific goal or need (injuries / rehab, etc.) this is also the place for you. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic facilities and a training program and approach perfectly tailored to my needs and ability. David adapts my training around my busy schedule and even my bout of Covid.

Fantastic experience: Training with the Absolute Health and Performance team has been an absolute game changer for me. After 3 years of struggling with an ongoing shoulder injury, Absolute have given me the tools, information and confidence that has allowed me to finally make progress and regain the physical functionality that I have been striving for. They work brilliantly across a range of health services and for me that meant my EP and Osteo working together seamlessly to provide a highly personalised training plan that suited me. I would highly recommend the team at Absolute Health.

Fantastic experience: I joined AHP as I was looking for some exercise physiology support and training programs to help with my Parkinson's ... the team at AHP have been great helping me work on strength, balance, proprioception, posture, with a little aerobic 'exclamation mark' at the end each session. All of the coaches are well qualified and great to work with, as is the allied health team, and the facilities are absolutely top notch (some of the best I've experienced). Cannot recommend highly enough!

Fantastic experience: Deep down you know you're 'not a gym' person and would never ever go to a large commercial gym. Yet, you know you want to get your body moving because the aches and pains, the stiffness, twangs and twinges are getting harder to ignore! Dave and the team at Absolute Health and Performance will 'absolutely' get rid of all that and have you surpass all expectations, including self-deprecating low bar expectations, of what you can achieve. All within a handful of sessions. Why? The focus is personalised and tailored to your body's needs. Don't like cardio? That's ok, they'll gently ease you in and build you up. Don't think you can lift weights? You may be very surprised at what your body can already do! Even with a trainer changeover, the point at which people usually drop off and stop, the service at Absolute Health and Performance has been seamless. So if getting fit in 2023 was supposed to be your new year's resolution and you gave up on January 5, it's not too late, there's still 283 days to go! Future you will thank you

Fantastic experience: Absolutely enjoying AHP William St. The facilities are first class, location is so convenient (no excuses…) and the banter top notch.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend! The quality of the team and space at Absolute is incredibly high. The programs are thoughtful, tailored to your goals, and adjusted around what is happening in life and at work. It’s great to be able to train with the support of a trainer and then come back for flexible and semi-private sessions during the week. Definitely the best gym and team I have found, and perfect for blowing out the cobwebs or getting back to your peak after the last couple of years.

Fantastic experience: Really enjoying my time at Absolute. Getting fantastic results thanks to the great guidance and support.

Fantastic experience: A really professional outfit that provides targeted and personalised training. I have found it a really non-judgmental and supportive.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to Absolute since 2015, and Dave and the team have helped me enter my 40s in better physical condition than I spent most of my 30s. I’ve trained at all three sites, in the park, and during the lockdowns, Dave was there via video call to help me keep active and strong. Even when I’ve been away from Melbourne, a quick video call session gets my body moving. The positivity and motivation I experience at Absolute is a world away from your typical gym and their knowledge of how the body works and how to keep it strong and healthy helps me get the best out of myself for work, my kids and life.

Fantastic experience: Dave, your passion, drive, and love for what you do shines through in your character, training, and the way you run an incredibly successful business. You always strive to be up to date with the latest evidence and knowledge, and get the best methods for your clients. You are truly one of a kind and the words ‘thank you’ will never be enough for how you have positively impacted my life. I appreciate who you are and am grateful for all you have done for me (and continue to do!)…… I wouldn’t be where I am today without your support, guidance and putting up with all my freak outs, texts and emails. You have a heart of gold and are a serious talent in the health, medical and fitness industry! “Sometimes people come into your life for a moment, a day, or a lifetime. It matters not the time they spent with you, but how they impacted your life in that time.”

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Absolute. I had never been to a gym before I started here. They fixed some serious hip, back and joint issues. I used to need a healthy does of Nurofen to play golf and basketball but I am now able to play pain free. The staff are all very friendly and highly qualified. They also work well together - so the osteopath I saw there was able to communicate easily with my coach so they were on the same page.

Fantastic experience: David is a truly exceptional coach. I have been training for 30 years, I am a qualified weightlifting coach (and former competitive weightlifter) and a Les Mills RPM instructor. After all of those years of training (and several personal trainers) I had literally tendonitis coming out of my glutes, not to mention elbows, Achilles and shoulders. David quietly, forcefully and expertly put together designed training and remedial programmes. It was not the standard rest, ice, compression and elevation. It was challenging but manageable programmes. My shoulder is coming right (the worst injury). The glutes are good. The Achilles are progressing well. Elbows are out of the way. Plus, this has all been implemented during the most challenging of times (c19). There are as many trainers as I have had injuries but in my (expert) opinion you are best served by getting the best. If you did an ACL, you would want the best surgeon in town. If you had a tough company piece of litigation, you would get the best QC available. The same applies to injury management and training. David is the best of the best.

Fantastic experience: I went to David upon recommendation from my personal trainer to fix my squats. I had 12 sessions and my life long squat/ back/form issues have resolved brilliantly. I call him my SQUAT DOCTOR. Highly recommended for Exercise physiology and he’s a good sort, to boot!

Fantastic experience: Training with Dave in the offseason was an absolute dream. I came into Absolute Health with a finicky nerve injury, struggling to transition from rehabilitation back to full training. With the help of Joel and Dave I have now completed a 10 week strength program pain free and I am feeling stronger than I've ever been. Dave and Joel have helped me immensely, first and foremost with the actual training but they also made sure I was learning throughout the process, ensuring I left with tools to help myself in the future. They both worked collaboratively with my football club's physio and high performance staff which has allowed me to rejoin in with my team's preseason and finally leave the rehab squad behind.

Fantastic experience: Blayne is my coach here. He is friendly, knowledgeable, listens to feedback and took into consideration my long term injury when planning a training routine for me. Great place!

Fantastic experience: I have been training with Katie for a couple of months now and the transformation in my knee strength and overall fitness has been phenomenal. Under Katie's training, I have been able to get back into doing certain activities and movement patterns that I haven't been able to do in DECADES. Can't thank Katie enough for all she has helped me achieve in a relatively short period of time and can't wait to see what my level of fitness will be like this time next year!

Fantastic experience: A group of well credentialed passionate practitioners I’ve not come across previously for health and fitness. I’m keen on exercise but with little knowledge of it overall. AHP continue to help me with my goals. Good bunch of people looking out for the individual.

Fantastic experience: Steve Hissey at Absolute is top class. Training is demanding, but good fun. Thanks Steve.

Fantastic experience: The Absolute team have played a really important role in my life, keeping me fit, strong and mobile through some really challenging times. They have supported me through 2 pregnancies (including twins), through full-on COVID restrictions in VIC and through the ongoing busy work / life juggle. Staying strong physically through these times has helped me remain strong and resilient mentally and better able to navigate stressful situations in daily life. I strongly recommend Dave and the rest of the Absolute team – they are absolute experts in their field, lovely to deal with and always accommodating to my ever changing and busy schedule. I rest easy, knowing that I have the best in the business looking after my physical health and look forward to many years to come working together! Thank you so much Dave and team – you really are the best!

Fantastic experience: Training with the team at AHP has transformed my approach and attitude to exercise. I used to find ways to escape going to the gym but I now do everything I can to get to my PT sessions and maximise the impact when I'm there. It's fun(!), and I feel the benefits straight away. Investing in my health from an economic, physical and mental perspective has already paid dividends and been a great life lesson I'd love to share.

Fantastic experience: Absolute Fitness has been hosting Merricks Capital group sessions for over 6 months. Their regular group trainer Rhuss is fantastic at creating new routines and accommodating existing injuries. Team engagement is high and continuing to climb thanks to Rhuss’ efforts and enthusiasm.

Fantastic experience: Great team of coach dedicated to make you healthier and stronger while considering your personal history! As they tought me, Lotion is the motion to control your emotions! once you start it is hard to consider life without the practise and their inputs! Give it a try and join the move, David

Fantastic experience: Fantastic, friendly environment to get fit and work on specific areas. Adam is clear and knowledgeable and there's plenty of fun amongst the hard work! Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I began at Absolute Health & Performance with Dave almost a year ago to help with my recovery after spending a month in hospital. I had lost a significant amount of my lean muscle with autoimmune encephalitis and being semi-conscious. Since then he has continuously supported me with his extensive knowledge and holistic approach to my health. I am now 20 kg heavier with muscle than when I left hospital and stronger than I have ever been. I particularly notice the differences in my physique and when I play hockey. Absolute Health & Performance feels like a family every time I go in, everyone is so pleasant. I would thoroughly recommend them.

Fantastic experience: Training with Katie for the past 10 months has bring a tremendous improvement to my physical health and wellbeing. Her tailored and friendly approach combines with her highly skilled training methods has made it enjoyable (effective at the same time!) and motivates me to keep going. Absolute is the place to go if you’re in the lookout in taking your health to the next level – highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: About 5 years ago, my doctor advised me to do weight bearing exercises to prevent my bone density from reducing further. I joined Absolute and have been under the instruction of Steve Hissey ever since. Since then my muscle tone and strength has improved enormously. From barely being able to manage 3 push ups to now doing 50 push ups regularly, I feel much stronger, strain far less muscles playing tennis and feel much healthier.Steve has managed this process every step of the way. Following brain surgery last year and the subsequent loss of weight and muscle strength, Steve has helped me recover well and rebuild my strength. His technical expertise and management of my recovery have been gratefully appreciated. I always enjoy my sessions with Steve. He is personable and we have developed a valuable friendship. I have no hesitation in recommending Steve and all the team at Absolute.

Fantastic experience: For a non-gym person, this has been superb! Huge increases in mobility, functional strength and general well-being. The team at Absolute are welcoming, open, fun and encouraging. I have noticed a big change in my overall mental happiness too and look forward to continuing to train at Absolute for years to come. Many thanks, team

Fantastic experience: I train with Blayne twice a week. This year my goal has been to improve my cycling. Blayne has designed a program specifically for building functional strength and endurance. The benefits have been enormous. I feel great on my bicycle, and can't recommend Blayne and team at Absolute Health and Performance highly enough.

Fantastic experience: Anyone considering training under Rhuss should cease wasting time and just do it. He’s one of the best! I have been privileged to have him as my coach for almost 3 years, training me 1-2 sessions per week. He took me from an disjointed lifter to having a sense of movement awareness through hard work, focus and dedication. He catered to my needs and his focus to my personal goals is second to none. Rhuss is highly motivated and gives each of his clients his 100% attention. My ongoing success is his success!

Fantastic experience: Reception staff are always friendly and Dr Braun is always supportive and wanting to achieve the best outcome and success with my injuries. After each visit my progress is better and better. A big thank you to everyone at absolute health and performance William St.

Fantastic experience: If you're sick of waiting for broken / worn out machines, misplaced weights and dirty amenities - then Absolute is worth a look in. Quality venue, equipment and coaching (especially Katie Crombie) + great location.

Fantastic experience: I commenced training with Absolute in December 2021 and have enjoyed my progression throughout 2022. Adam is a highly knowledgeable and experienced performance coach. Adam delivers performance based, strength and conditioning sessions, designed to make me fitter and stronger. Adam’s programs are challenging, enjoyable and tailored to my requirements. I regularly learn new exercises and improve technique. My most recent goal was completing the 254 kilometre Larapinta Trail, West MacDonnell Ranges National Park, Alice Springs in June 2022 over 16 days. I highly recommend Adam and the Absolute team.

Fantastic experience: Rhuss and team have been an absolute joy to work with. His training programs backed up by sports science have been a great learning experience and goals along with the proper techniques to achieve them are taught in a manner to motivate and inspire. I really look forward to hitting the gym and working out with Rhuss every week. Thanks so much for sorting out my health and I cannot wait to achieve my goals with your support.

Fantastic experience: I started training with Dave two months ago after struggling with worsening nerve-related pain in my lower back for some time, as well as recovering from knee surgery. In the short time I have been training at Absolute, my back has improved significantly, as has my general fitness and overall health and well-being. The sessions are tough but enjoyable, and most importantly, incredibly rewarding. The ongoing support and feedback is first-class, and have greatly assisted me in developing a much healthier approach to daily activities. It is not overstating things to say signing up at Absolute has been life-changing. Cannot recommend Dave and his team highly enough!

Fantastic experience: Absolute Health and Performance partnered with me following knee reconstruction surgery to initially assist my recovery. They have since coached me to full physical functionality. Having just returned from four days skiing for the first time since surgery, not only did I have a wonderful time, I had absolutely no pain and felt physically confident. Every member of staff at Absolute Health & Performance are professionals who are knowledgeable, dedicated and encouraging, a perfect combination for success! Thank you so much.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend Absolute Health & Performance! Professional team, tailored and enjoyable programs that changes regularly. Matthew Olds as my trainer is fantastic. Corporate group sessions are also available, and excellent feedback from our employees as health and well-being initiatives.

Fantastic experience: Great personalised training with expert trainers - I highly recommend Katie for her knowledge, enthusiasm and ability to adapt my programme to my goals as they evolve. The gym is always quiet so its easy to focus and the range of equipment means there is always something new to try.

Fantastic experience: Absolute provides a one stop shop to assist improving physical health and performance. The team provides a tailored, professional approach with cutting edge equipment, knowledge and expertise. Have been assisted by the team for over 18 months and had a fantastic experience with the most positive impacts for me being: - Improved strength, mobility, injury/physical confidence - Time saved and cognitive load/uncertainty lifted - A lot more focussed and aware of recovery related habits - Added accountability with a iterative approach Highly recommend, thanks to the Absolute team!

Fantastic experience: I first visited Absolute in 2019, seeking some direction in my conditioning alongside a busy professional career, and am still training there three years later. I've built great relationships with a number of the trainers, who are extremely well-qualified and come from a range of leading sport science and strength and conditioning backgrounds. I've always been able to tailor my training programs to account for seasonal periods or sport-specific applications with ease. I've trained at Absolute in both solo and small group sessions. Most importantly, I've been able to regain (and maintain) a high level of conditioning, and avoid injury. For me personally, it's definitely been a game-changer.

Fantastic experience: I have been training with Absolute Health & Performance for about 5 years now. When I first walked into the doors I wanted to address the constant soft tissue injuries I was suffering. Over time I built up my strength and power and have not suffered a soft tissue injury in a long time. Recently I was diagnosed with a shoulder injury. Adam has tailored my program to accommodate the injury which has seen the symptoms subside and feeling better than it has in a long time. A massive thanks to the team at Absolute for their help and support over the years. I recommend them to anyone looking to improve their health.

Fantastic experience: One of the physiotherapists, Joel Laing, was exceptional. He helped me treat and self-manage a chronic neck/back issue and went above and beyond what was expected, sending me articles, links and resources even when I didn't have an appointment. Could not recommend him more!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been with Absolute for 2 years now. I joined after 6 years of inconsistent training that had me feeling very unfit. From the time of joining their talented team has been 100% focused on programming my training to achieve the results I’ve been wanting. I have not regretted my decision to join, I just wish I’d made the choice sooner. Having oseto services onsite was also a huge bonus when I developed a neuroma in my foot in early 2023. My training was seamlessly adjusted to take into account my problem and my training was able to stay on track and focused on my goals while also ensuring it didn’t flair up my neuroma. I now train with Dave, who is not only highly skilled in performance coaching but he has an amazingly positive and upbeat personality which makes training and pushing myself all the more easier.

Fantastic experience: 3 months is all you need to see performance from Rhuss, i’ve hit the best point of my life physically and getting answers for every question i have for the intent of each movement and workout. Cannot recommend any other place as AH&PT and Rhuss are doing too good a job!

Fantastic experience: David's (from AHP) constantly evolving and developing exercise program with one on one, face to face and remote (zoom) training has allowed me to train in a sustainable and practical way. I have seen significant improvements in wellbeing and pain reduction while also gaining strenght allowing me to live normally without the weakness and pain that had started restricting my daily life due to rheumatoid arthritis. A year after commencing training I am still continuing to see improvements in strength and wellbeing and I am enjoying the heavier weight workouts.

Fantastic experience: Absolute Health and Performance have been a part of my world for many years and in that time I have become very fortunate to work with David Smith. David is a gifted man, and with his assistance my overall fitness has improved massively. The overall energy of the business is excellent and one that should assist anyone with a desire to improve their fitness.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely Fabulous! Is the only way to describe the team and facilities at Absolute. Training sessions with performance coach Steve Hissey have made me fitter and stronger. Before Absolute I managed my own fitness with exercise classes at the local gym and regular running, until I injured my knee. I was doing rehab and my only goal was to be able to walk without pain. Then I met Steve, from our first consult he took a genuine interest in my fitness history, he understood the challenges of injury recovery and reassured me that together we could achieve my fitness goals. He designed a program with small milestones to work towards and within weeks I saw an improvement in my strength and the pain in my knee began to subside, I was hooked! Four years on and I love the benefits of strength training with Absolute. I am back to fitness classes at the local gym, I am running again and hitting new PBs at every session!

Fantastic experience: I was visiting family in Melbourne and had a one off appointment with the Physio, who is a long-standing member of the Absolute staff. He took time to observe how I moved and noted my troubles I had with my hips. He gave me some strengthening exercises/stretching which I continue to use which I feel has made my body stronger than it felt in previous years. Another time I visited Melbourne, I checked out the Armadale site where I enjoyed a strength session using a variety of great equipment suitable for all ages, even those of us in our 60’s. The staff are friendly, I felt they considered my individual needs and the session was very enjoyable and might I say enjoyable and rewarding. Go check them out if and when you are in Melbourne!

Fantastic experience: Dave and the team are incredible. I came to see Dave after 10 years of nagging injuries that no one could fix. I saw Osteo’s, physio’s, myo’s sports doctors and more. I followed all their paths for months at a time, in the belief they could help me and nothing. More money wasted and more of the same with whoever I saw. I sat down with Dave and talked through my problems, we also discussed my gym routine. Dave took a holistic approach and informed me of the mistakes I had been making for years, that no one called out. He discussed with me how we would strip back my training and balance it all out with training and rehab work to fix my weak areas, the most exciting part for me was I was able to continue training. No more resting like all the others kept telling me which never worked. A mixture of PT sessions with Dave and my own sessions tailored exactly as I wanted. Dave had in-house physios and myo’s that he discussed my symptoms and best ways to help me with my approval. The gym routines progressed to harder and more complex programs and kept me interested. My strength was improving my injuries were slowly becoming less and less. Dave kept in contact with me throughout the journey with a shared Google program where i wrote updates and Dave responded shortly afterwards. I felt fully supported and informed regarding all my doubts which there were many due to long history of issues, Dave had a lot of patience with me. More than I do for myself. I didn’t trust my body anymore and Dave talked me through it all. I was supported the whole journey. I can’t speak any more highly of Dave and his team. If you have tried the rest, it’s now time to try the best. I promise you won’t be disappointed. Thanks for all your support Dave and for teaching me about the best ways to train to obtain the outcomes that were important to me. You can teach an old dog new tricks. I’m 44 and have been training 24 years.

Fantastic experience: I have trained with Dave and utilised the services of the allied health specialists at Absolute for 6+ years and still love walking through the door each week for my sessions. Initially my program was tailored to rehabilitate an ankle injury and has since grown to increase my general strength, agility and flexibility. I recently hiked to Everest Base Camp and I attribute my success in hiking without injury or soreness to the pre-hike regime devised by Dave. If you are looking for a team that has your health at the centre of their approach, coupled with a truely bespoke training process then Absolute is the place for you.

Fantastic experience: Finding Absolute Health & Performance has been an unexpected thrill for me. Coming off spinal fusion surgery, I was worried that AHP would be too performance focused for a rehab candidate. But after a meeting with David Smith I was persuaded to give it a go. Has it been great for my rehab? - you bet! But guess what? It has also been performance focused, and I’m loving that too. David and his team know their stuff about the human body and how it works, so you get pushed to the right level for your situation. I love this program, and will be coming back long after my spine is fixed up. (And BTW, it’s been hours since my last workout, so this isn’t the endorphins talking, it’s just a well-deserved endorsement! )

Fantastic experience: Great team with a good approach! Dave understand my needs and knows how to push me in the right direction, not only for my body but also my mental health, he is following me for years now! I had the opportunity to discover the new site on Little Collins St and I highly recommend it : a little bubble for your health

Fantastic experience: Great place to train for sure! Equipments are top class and all the staffs are professional and give off good energy always! Started training at the start of the year with Blayne to get fitter and stronger. Have been feeling sluggish and slow for the past couple of years. Not only helped guiding and motivating my training but also mentoring a healthier lifestyle to take outside of the gym. The training is unlike any other gyms, with Blayne running through each sessions that suit you and your goals which is amazing. Different training programs also keeps it exciting. Sessions are always 100% difficult but enjoyable, the guys kept it challenging but competitive at the same time. But I feel its definitely something that you could improve everyday. Would definitely recommend Blayne and Absolute Health & Performance for sure!

Fantastic experience: I can't say enough positive things about this place and the team. Professional, knowledgeable and always positive. To say that my overall health and wellbeing has taken a turn for the better is an understatement and I highly recommend their services to anyone - regardless of age, injury or experience. It's not just about lifting weights, it's about being healthy in every aspect of the word. Give them a go - you won't regret it!

Fantastic experience: Absolute has been a real high point in a couple of years of low points (thanks global pandemic…)! I’ve been training between here and their other city location on William St since they opened 5-6 years ago. Fantastic coaches and allied health services. Working with Dave has kept me strong and fit whether it be in person in the gym or over video training due to restrictions. Could not more strongly recommend Absolute to anyone wanting to build or maintain their health. I’ve finally found a way to enjoy strength training and integrate it into my daily life thanks to Dave and the team. Thanks!

Fantastic experience: Coming out of a very strange and difficult time over the last couple of years absolute health & performance has been the perfect partner in getting me mentally and physically sharp. With training and programs designed for sustainable health and fitness, this ticks every box for me and my training.

Fantastic experience: Steve and the other Coaches always provided top quality advice, guidance and programming. They're all experienced and well qualified professionals.

Fantastic experience: I had two sessions recently with Josh Gordon. He is a tremendous soft tissue therapist who goes about his work with a great deal of care precision and passion. On top of that, the energy he brought to the sessions made me feel comfortable which made the experience very enjoyable. A brilliant treatment in which I came away feeling lighter and more more refreshed. Thank you Josh!!

Fantastic experience: Had a fantastic experience with Josh for remedial massage, he’s super friendly, knowledgeable and thorough! The best massage I’ve had in Melbourne so far. The other guys who work there are also really lovely, I’ll definitely be back again, thanks guys!

Fantastic experience: This is no ordinary gym filled swole bros and personal trainers. The staff here are welcoming, friendly and most importantly highly qualified, knowledgeable and professional. The equipment and facilities are high quality and well maintained. Located in the heart of the court district in the CBD its convenient for public transport. And food. All the food is nearby. I spent the last ten months working with Steve from Absolute Health and Performance to return to competitive powerlifting after a two year break. Steve was flexible and responsive and his knowledge of strength training was apparent from the first time I met him. He put effort into building rapport with me and he was invested in my goals. In the middle of preparing for my first competition I ended up having emergency surgery on my hand which impacted my ability to hold onto a barbell. Steve adjusted my programming to maintain my strength and re-establish my grip. With his support I was able to get my best competition total and win my first sanctioned powerlifting competition within five months of surgery.

Fantastic experience: The staff at Absolute have great knowledge of the body and how it moves, and they design tough but fun workouts that push you and build your strength and confidence in what your body can do. I've been going here for the past 6 months and am so pleased with the small group-training classes and the support given during the workouts :) Highly recommend this place!

Positive experience: Good but pricey

Fantastic experience: Very professional

Negative experience: I'm really sorry to write this. Please note, that this review is of the how the clinic is run and not the health providers. The health providers that I have seen that work there are excellent. When I rang to book, they asked for credit card details but did not say why. When I asked, thy gave me no reason, which was incredibly suspicious. I found out later that they have a cancellation charge for less than 24 hours - which I think is fine - but they wouldn't tell me that when I asked, or the reasons for the credit card. I spoke with the management about this issue, and they didn't really listen to me or could see there was an issue. However, I did attend because I wanted to see my health provider who had moved there. When I arrived, I waited on a chair in front of the entrance and was highly visible to large amounts of people walking along the busy street just a couple of metres away, with no privacy. As I sat there, an acquaintance walked past and saw me and put their head through the door and kept asking what I was doing there. I don't think they meant harm, just being curious, but they obviously didn't understand that I would prefer some level of privacy when I see a health care provider. If you were a famous sportsperson and they sat you there, you could be spotted easily, which could be career damaging. The waiting area was very noisy, making it uncomfortable and difficult to think. This is especially annoying, as when people are dealing with their health, a level of anxiety is common, and this amount of noise and distractions was very unsettling. I made a comment about this lack of privacy and the clinic said that they would ring me again to talk about it, but to be frank, I'd had enough and felt that I shouldn't have to deal with all that just to see a clinician. There were so many unprofessional practices that I didn't have any trust in the clinic. Again, I have seen some of the providers there, and they are all top of their game and excellent clinicians - it's the clinic management that I have real issues with.

Fantastic experience: Joel has been great to work with, highly recommended. He resolved my ongoing back pain where other physios were just giving me a very generic treatment that wasn't working.

Fantastic experience: I recently had a running assessment at Absolute Health & Performance. I was unaware of how poor my running technique was and how this had likely correlated with several injuries over the years, including 2 knee surgeries. My running assessment package included slow motion filming of my technique, a range of exercises to address strength and movement, along with a structured and easy to follow plan moving forward. We have now come up with a strategy to address my technique and strength issues, with these changes being relatively easy to implement. In the past month since making these small changes I have recorded my best 2km time trial time, and feel confident leading into this football season that I will remain injury free. I would strongly recommend the running assessment package at Absolute Health & Performance for not just runners, but people in team sports that involve high amounts of running

Fantastic experience: I am a huge advocate of Absolute. I first discovered them through seeking soft tissue therapy for an injury. In discussion with their massage therapist, I learned that my programme at my local gym was not structured to achieve my goals, and was actually the cause of my fatigue and back pain. This led me to trialing a coaching session with Steve, and I have never looked back. Steve constructed an Olympic weightlifting programme for me that was interesting, varied, and I started to see consistent improvement. I am now 4 months into the programme and it has been the most successful 4 months of training in my life. I exceeded the goals I originally set for myself, and I have never enjoyed training more. Having had coaching at many different gyms, I can confidently say the team at Absolute are a level above everyone else. The team are personable, the gym has a great atmosphere, and above all, there is a strong culture of care for their athletes. That care translates into achieving goals while minimising risk of injury, which to me is the most important thing for an athlete. Give them a go, you won't look back!

Fantastic experience: The team are absolutely fantastic, got me into shape for a snowboarding trip and also helped me with my back issues. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: I came to AHP after tearing my hamstring for the third time in a season. Together Dave and James worked out the root causes of my issues which related to being seated for long periods of time due to Uni study and my running technique which placed an unworkable amount of strain on my hamstrings. Working closely with both I worked on flexibility, lower back issues and completely changing my running technique. I am now injury free and able to play football again.

Fantastic experience: Absolute Health & Performance is a highly professional organisation. The service provided by all staff members is of the highest quality, not just in knowledge base but also in care for their clients. The location of Absolute Health & Performance is also very convenient and the atmosphere inside the gym is always welcoming and comfortable. The group sessions are fantastic, with the small group sessions allowing focused assistance from the trainer. I highly recommened Absolute Health & Performance to all types of athletes and people looking to improve in all aspects of their health and performance. Thank you to all the staff at Absolute Health & Performance, you are certainly helping me achieve all my goals

Fantastic experience: ”Excellence is an art won by training and habituation. We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly. We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.” Aristotle The above couldn't be truer for the Steve and the team at Absolute for the service provided is of excellence, something that comes of ease due to the dedication and hard work they have all put in over the years. I trained with Steve Hissey for a bit over a year and achieved results I didnt think I was capable of achieving. As well as being pushed hard I've also been taught how to train smarter. In addition, the business model of the gym means elite services are available to anyone with no contracts required which means any individual can have world class health professionals at their request.