The Self Care Sisterhood

Fantastic experience: A sanctuary of self-care! A beautiful, non-judgemental, meet-you-where-you're-at, supportive place to explore, grow and build fitness!

Fantastic experience: I've been a member for 2 years and absolutely love this place. It is so much more than a gym. It's a place where you can exercise at your own pace and level while being guided by a fabulous team and being part of a great community. Great for the body and the soul :-)

Fantastic experience: This is the most amazing gym you will ever find as a woman/non-binary person! As soon as you walk into the spaces you immediately feel welcomed and the sisterhood embraces you with open arms. I cannot be more thankful for Chloe and her amazing team. Without them, I'm not sure where exactly i would be.

Fantastic experience: What a magical place. Chloe and her team offer such a respectful, accessible, inclusive and joyous environment. If you want to exercise, get stronger, fitter, faster, more flexy without any weight focussed nonsense this is your place!

Fantastic experience: SCS is a safe, inclusive space for all women and non-binary folk with all levels of fitness and all body types. You’re encouraged to ask for support and options and variations are always offered. The trainers are skilled and compassionate. Coming to SCS has been an absolute game changer for me and I’m so grateful that I found this gym.

Fantastic experience: Awesome place that helps build strong women and even stronger community. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Amazing place, amazing trainers, amazing philosophy. Safe space for any woman to move their body without fear of feeling uncomfortable. AND get stronger physically and mentally. Love love love

Fantastic experience: I am so glad I took the leap to come here and that Chloe makes it so welcoming. I look forward to every day that I have a class booked. It's such a perfect place to leave your other selves outside the door and just be yourself. There's no judgement, no should and shouldn't. Just come for the huge embrace and empowerment that everyone shares. It's very freeing. I've built strength in so many ways.

Fantastic experience: I have felt welcomed and supported at Self-care Sisterhood. The classes are at different times every day of the week (something for everyone). There's lots of well-maintained equipment, it's light and airy and clean. Instructors are friendly, knowledgeable and make us all feel that we are meant to be here to move, join the self-care community and be accepted for who we are. This is the gym you want to join, not the gym you think you should join!

Fantastic experience: I have only just completed the first week of the introductory trial and I don’t even have the words to describe how lovely the whole experience has been. On my first day, every member seemed to recognise I was new and introduced themselves and welcomed me. There are so many accomodations if you feel a little overwhelmed and everyone is encouraged to work at their own pace. There is no shaming, no pressure and there is so much encouragement for just showing up. Every teacher has been so friendly. Chloe takes so much care and thought in everything they provide for their members. I feel amazing and look forward to every class. Thank you!!

Fantastic experience: It’s been a year and I am extremely happy to be a part of team SCS. The vibe is amazing and the moment I step into this gym i get an instant dopamine boost. Love the trainers, it’s always soo much fun to workout together with such beautiful women around you.

Fantastic experience: Joining The Self Care Sisterhood has been a wonderful and life changing experience for me! It is welcoming, inclusive, LGBT+ friendly, body positive and neurodiversity affirming (they even have fidgets available for ND folk). They also have a strong focus on community and social justice. I have never joined a gym before because I have always felt uncomfortable in normal, weight and body image focused gyms. The Self Care Sisterhood is nothing like those gyms. I feel comfortable and accepted for who I am. And I actually love going to the gym - this is something I never thought I would say. I highly recommend joining The Self Care Sisterhood!!!

Fantastic experience: After a LONG hiatus fitness and a life time of struggling with consistent exercise, I’m finding the Self Care Sisterhood a low pressure yet super supportive environment. I love the range of classes and feel fully guided through all the moves. The classes are small and everyone is friendly and plenty of regular faces. Highly recommend this gym!

Fantastic experience: My happy place. Super supportive staff that work at my pace. So nice to walk into a safe and comfortable space that isn’t overcrowded.

Fantastic experience: A jackpot find! I joined with the “my month of self care” trial for 28 days at $99. I went 3-5 times a week participating in small group Pilates, Strong, Yin Yoga, Restorative and Self Care Stretch, with more options still to try. I’m now hooked on everything about The Self Care Sisterhood. I have joined with a weekly membership and look forward to every class for the variety of full body exercises, consistent technique from the 3 trainers (who all add their unique style), the relaxed friendly chit chat and environment, and how healthy, strong and flexible my body feels. It is very much a wholistic approach that works and one you want to turn up for.

Fantastic experience: Best decision ever to sign up! Totally inclusive, kind people, fun space to move my body and actually enjoy it! HIGHLY recommend!

Fantastic experience: This is the first gym where I actually feel encouraged and safe to exercise at whatever capacity I am able to despite chronic anxiety and other health issues. Definitely no meanies allowed here!

Fantastic experience: My experience at SCS has been truly enjoyable. It has completely changed my perception of gyms. The atmosphere is incredibly comfortable and relaxed, providing the perfect environment for me to improve my abilities at my own pace, while receiving all the support I need. The classes are thoughtfully planned and structured, making each session not only coherent but also immensely beneficial. Every visit leaves me feeling rejuvenated and accomplished. Chloe and Toni, the instructors I've had the pleasure of training with, are simply phenomenal. Their patience, support, and constant guidance have been invaluable, consistently assisting me with techniques and offering valuable advice. The community is fantastic too and I look forward to continuing my fitness journey here.

Fantastic experience: I love the Self Care Sisterhood! As someone who was going to the gym for the first time in years I felt incredibly supported when I first started going and continue to feel that way almost a year down the line. The message of self acceptance has definitely changed the way I think about exercise and I no longer see it as punishment! Would absolutely recommend ❤️

Fantastic experience: SCS is really inclusive and welcoming. I've only attended group classes so far, and there is always no judgement if you decide to take it down a notch. There is also always room to go harder, if you wish to. Everyone is so kind and understanding. The space is small but full of love, and really nicely set up.

Fantastic experience: What a wonderful concept , well executed and true to the values it promotes. The gym is inclusive, welcoming, supportive and fun! Highly highly recommended it to anyone that is thinking of joining.

Fantastic experience: I’m so happy I’ve found this gym! I’ve never felt very comfortable in a gym environment but the SCS truly practices what they preach. The trainers are all very kind and supportive and have the ability to make you feel comfortable right when you walk in. The classes are very accessible with different options if needed and I’ve enjoyed each class I’ve been to and always felt welcome. An amazing community has been formed here and I’m so glad I’m able to be a part of it. Thank you for creating such a wonderful place that I look forward to coming to each week!

Fantastic experience: Let me start by saying I have had many wasted/unused gym memberships over the years and I have NEVER been a fitness class type of gal. I’ve always had a lot of social anxiety surrounding the gym and I was so scared to join another. Then I found the SCS and decided to do a trial, as all their values seemed to align with mine. After the first class, I immediately knew I wanted to join. I feel so lucky to be apart of something so special and I’m so grateful to have found such a safe and welcoming space for me to be active in. I’ve never once felt judged and always been greeted with a hello and smile every-time I enter the door. The trainers are the most supportive and kindest bunch of gals I’ve ever met. I have enjoyed all of the classes so far, I couldn’t name a favourite because they are all equally as good as the others. This has been the best decision I’ve made for my physical and mental health. Thankyou so much for creating a place that I truly enjoy coming to!

Fantastic experience: I joined this gym with the goal in mind to improve my physical fitness, what I didn’t expect was how much the supportive trainers and member-environment would improve my mental ‘fitness’ too! The SCS is a supportive community that models compassionate and healthy relationships with yourself and others. I’m so grateful to be a member.

Fantastic experience: I love this gym! I’m so comfortable being there and I never feel awkward or silly for not knowing what to do. The coaches and other gym members are so supportive. They get that some days I might come in bouncing off the walls, full of energy and fun to be around then the next day I might be lower in energy, less chatty and just want to move at my own pace. I can just go as I am. I don’t need the “right” clothes or a tan and there are no mirrors all around me at this gym. The people are wonderful, the place is wonderful. It has been the best thing I’ve done for my health and I’m so glad I found it!

Fantastic experience: SCS is such a wonderful and supportive place. This is the first time I have really enjoyed exercise and haven’t seen it as a punishment. I always feel encouraged and accepted just as I am. Thanks for being legends

Fantastic experience: I look forward to hanging out with the SCS crew, it’s fun, we work hard and have a laugh

Fantastic experience: Helpful, supportive, understanding and safe space to explore movement and health. So thankful for this space!

Fantastic experience: SCS is a really great place-for both your mind and body. I came here from a ‘no pain, no gain’ type gym which was really taking its toll on me. The SCS team basically take the complete opposite approach to training and I’m loving it. We are encouraged to just move our body to suit our physical and mental energy level at each session, which really helps me maintain a commitment to movement. The whole space is judgement free there’s always an encouraging and fun vibe at the classes I attend. Thanks SCS! ❤️

Fantastic experience: Wow! I still pinch myself that I’ve stumbled across this little gem. SCS is more than just a gym. It’s a beautiful, small community focused on kindness, love, support and moving for your mind. Classes are catered to all fitness levels, interests and health needs and best of all, it’s a judgment free, inclusive safe space to move your body the way you want. The SCS team are extremely knowledgeable, kind, patient and go above and beyond in all that they do. I couldn’t recommend joining such an amazing gym more highly. Keep up the amazing work SCS fam. We all love you for it!! X

Fantastic experience: This gym really *gets* the mind-body connection. The principles of move for your mind first is such a revelation to me after years of bossing my body at gyms; thinking that was the only way. I’m learning so much about myself as well as progressing toward my goals. I love that I feel challenged and supported by the coaches and team at SCS, and that I always feel so welcomed and included by the other members.

Fantastic experience: The Self Care Sisterhood is a safe space where you can just be you, in your body, as you are. The team are down to earth and their authentic selves and this has allowed them to develop a beautiful community within their service. They have started facilitating workshops and book clubs also to support their community.

Fantastic experience: Becoming a member of the Self Care Sisterhood (SCS) is the best decision I have ever made for both my physical and mental health. The coaches are just amazing and have a genuine passion for creating a safe, inclusive JUDGEMENT FREE space for all members. My previous experiences at other gyms left me extremely anxious to start going again but as soon as I walked into SCS I felt accepted, comfortable and where I was meant to be!

Fantastic experience: The Self Care Sisterhood is an amazing collection of beautiful women who are passionate about moving for our minds. I can honestly say I leave every class feeling better physically and mentally. Each class is a perfect size, meaning you can get feedback and help easily. Chloe and the team are such an encouragement and I am so glad I joined!

Fantastic experience: Joining the SCS has been transformative for me. Coming out of the COVID fog I knew I needed to get back into regular exercise for both my body and mind but was reluctant to go back to my last gym. I wanted a place that had a sense of community, connection, where I wasn't just another faceless member. SCS provides all that and more. Chloe and her wonderful trainers have taught me so much about honouring how both my body and mind feel in the present moment and learning how to adjust my workouts to suit. I actually look forward to going to the gym now :)

Fantastic experience: I have been a part of the SCS fam now for over a year and it has been absolutely life changing. My whole perspective on exercise and the gym has changed. Now it's associated with feeling great, being supported and actually enjoying myself. I'm so thankful to have found SCS!

Fantastic experience: The best gym experience I have had! Very safe, accepting & offer options for all body types. I actually enjoy moving my body!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been attending classes at the self care sisterhood for 3 months. From the very first class, they used my correct pronouns. This is one of the only spaces that I feel welcomed as a non binary person. At the SCSS, working out doesn’t feel like a chore! The classes are so fun and engaging that I forget that I’m engaging in something that was once felt like a chore. All of trainers and instructors care so much for your well-being. They will offer you a hug or someone to listen to if you are having a hard day, messages to check up on you if you don’t come to your regular class and anything else you need. As someone recovering from an eating disorder, I’ve never felt comfortable being pressured to lose weight by over exercising and engaging in diets. I’ve tried many gyms and this is the only one that focuses on moving for your well-being rather than for the sole purpose of weight loss. There are no meanies! This is the only gym I’ve been to that is actually judgement free. The Self Care Sisterhood is so much more than a gym! I am so grateful to be apart of this community. My overall health has improved so much since joining. I’m excited to keep moving for my mind!

Fantastic experience: Self care sisterhood is such a great gym for non-gym type people. The women have been so welcoming. The coaches are fantastic and give you lots of options if you have an injury or just low energy. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Fantastic experience: I have never met more beautiful and accepting people then the SCS fam. So many different classes, as well as options and support for everyone who attends. It is more then just a gym- it is a group of beautiful people who are there to love and support you and genuinely want to see you happy. I highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Becoming a member of the Self Care Sisterhood has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. The sense of community and the focus on joyful movement free from diet culture and shame is a breath of fresh air and unlike any ‘gym’ I have experienced before. As a physiotherapist I have a very high standard about the skill and knowledge I expect from trainers that I work with, and these girls are top notch. I feel safe and supported to try new movements, progress or regress weights, and avoid injury. Cannot recommend this place highly enough! ❤️

Fantastic experience: I have only praise for SCS. The trainers are all funny and take the time to learn your strengths and weaknesses. The body neutral space and women-only space is very supportive, non-judgemental and refreshing. Absolutely love this place

Fantastic experience: Genuinely friendly and encouraging environment. Embraces diversity of all kinds. Love it.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend The Self Care Sisterhood to anyone looking for a fun and supportive space to workout. Since moving to Newcastle I have tried out several different gyms on a trial basis that just didn’t feel like the right fit for me. SCS made me feel welcome and comfortable by offering small classes, supportive trainers and modified workouts to suit my body. I’m really happy to have found this place!

Fantastic experience: I have never exercised regularly. I have never stuck at physical movement for more than a few months, maximum. I only ever exercised when I wanted to lose weight. Yet after almost 4 years, here I am - still at SCS! This place is welcoming, encouraging, supportive, challenging and above all friendly. I don't remember the last time I thought about exercise as a means to weight loss- now it's all about how the exercise makes me feel. If you want to do yourself a favour, just JOIN! It's the best decision you'll ever make... for your own sake

Fantastic experience: What an incredible place! No Bullies Allowed (including your own inner mean girl/voice) It's not just a gym or studio, it is so much more. The motto "Move for Your Mind" and the space Chloe and the Team (Lawrie, Heather, Leonie and Becky) have created, makes this a haven for all. Walking in to the studio, you feel like you're home, you're surrounded with love and support, you're part of a community, you're exactly where you need to be! The classes have options for all bodies and are lead by friendly, inspirational and strong instructors. You move/workout at your own pace and strength "Showing up is your biggest victory!" ✌️ I highly recommend and would give more stars if I could, The SCS is a gamechanger ✨️

Fantastic experience: The Selfcare Sisterhood is a place I go to train, unwind and ground myself. The range of classes always suits what I am wanting and needing to work out my body and my mind. When I first came on a Saturday for a trial with my friend I didn't expect it to be fun, friendly and welcoming. I felt confident coming back and excited to try all the classes. This is my safe space to train and be confident in myself. My only regret is not signing up sooner. Thankyou to all the members and trainers for making this my safe space to train my body and mind, can't wait for my class on Wednesday

Fantastic experience: The best place to move your body. The staff are so approachable and knowledgeable. They are all about their motto of moving for the mind. They are body inclusive and LGBTQIA+ friendly. I really enjoying working out there, lifting weights and the classes are fun.

Fantastic experience: The Selfcare Sisterhood has an attitude of deep respect for all bodies, whatever age or body size you are. I’ve always hated gyms because of their superficial attitudes, including a constant focus on weight loss and getting the “perfect” body according to societal standards. The Sisterhood is nothing like normal gyms. We don’t have mirrors, we don’t talk about diets or our body shame. We move our bodies with joy. We don’t push ourselves to the point of wanting to pass out or vomit. We respect our unique individual bodies’ needs. ALL bodies are welcome and safe here! You will love the Selfcare Sisterhood!

Fantastic experience: I had never been a regular at any gym until I found the Sisterhood! The teachers & the community of women have created such a welcoming & supportive space like none other! Attending class always makes my day & has absolutely transformed my mental health. I’d be lost without this wonderful space ❤️

Fantastic experience: I’ve always avoided gyms, or lasted only two weeks into a membership… SCS has totally flipped that on its head. I love going to this safe space and working with such professional women to move my body every week. The classes are small, movement is tailored to my body’s abilities, and so much laughter!! This is a totally supportive community and you have an awesome group of women cheering on your every success… eg. I showed up… highly recommend them!!

Fantastic experience: SCS is so much more than just a gym. It's a community, and I can honestly say that joining has changed my life. Being able to learn how to enjoy movement again in such a safe and supportive space has allowed me to begin healing my relationship with my body, and I'm so thankful to Chloe and the SCS team for helping me on this journey. It's also just so much fun!

Fantastic experience: :) What an awesome project!

Fantastic experience: The help you've always wanted and needed in a sisterhood from support, to training and everything in between. A real connection like no other. So happy I've found this place and am apart of something real and special

Fantastic experience: Supportive trainers with a variety of classes. SCS combines a community, compassion and fitness really well.

Fantastic experience: Great gym with amazing supportive teachers and girls. Loving the classes and the vibe, best place to go

Fantastic experience: The Self Care Sisterhood is such a hidden gem! It's a space where you feel included, supported and encouraged to just be your true self. The girls are all welcoming and friendly. I find the classes to be fun, positive and uplifting. Some are more challenging than others but more in a way to encourage you to become stronger, fitter and achieve your personal goals than to just make you sweat and burn calories. The variety in the workouts and classes are amazing. Love that they include meditation in their yoga sessions and offer online classes. So grateful to be apart of this beautiful community.

Fantastic experience: Joining the Sisterhood is one of the best decisions i've ever made! It is so much fun and the workouts always have options to choose from (but are still as intense as you would like them to be!). I have made friends and had so many laughs! I honestly can't recommend Chloe and the Girl Gang more!

Fantastic experience: The Self Care Sisterhood is exactly that. It is a sisterhood of women who embrace each other, make you feel so welcomed and accept you for who you are. From the moment I walked in Chloe showed so much care and takes the time to provide explanations and guidance but most of all confidence. It is the holistic approach that embraces your physical, emotional and mental health that makes this sisterhood so much different. I have searched for so long to find my place and this is it

Fantastic experience: This is a beautiful inclusive space for every lady! I have never felt more welcome in a gym and adore heading in there. All the staff and Chloe are welcoming/kind and understanding. I recommended this place to everyone and will continue to do so for a long time! Head in and have a chat to Chloe, you will love it.

Fantastic experience: Chloé and the team at the Self Care Sisterhood are wonderful. In fact, the whole community is welcoming and supporting. Every body is not just accepted, but welcomed and I'm loving being a member and exploring Self care at a whole new level is changing my relationship with my body. This is not your standard gym, this place is special.

Positive experience: just out of my price range but offers a wonderful service

Fantastic experience: The Self Care Sisterhood is everything I had always been searching for and never able to completely find in a regular ‘gym’ - A strong focus on moving for overall well-being and mental health benefits - A fully inclusive and non- judgemental environment - A fun and friendly group of supportive women - no mean girls allowed I highly recommend everyone book in a cuppa with Chloe and give the The Self Care Sisterhood a go, you will not be disappointed!

Fantastic experience: The Self Care Sisterhood is safe haven for women who may not feel comfortable in gyms that focus on body image and exercise for weightloss. The focus here is on feeling empowered, strong, and connecting to the mind, body and spirit. And a wonderful space for women to meet other like minded women.

Fantastic experience: Having had some bad experiences at other gyms, joining SCS has honestly been the best decision and I am now back loving moving my body without feeling shamed. The best part about being a member here is you gain a girl gang of lovely, funny and inspiring women who encourage each other. I leave every session like I've been lifted up and given a big hug :)

Fantastic experience: A body-positive gym with a focus on ‘girl gang’ first. There’s no pressure here. There’s plenty of options if you can’t do a movement and if you’re not feeling it there’s no question if you choose to step out and sit down. There’s no focus on losing weight... the focus is moving for your mind. Which I love. The SCS has taught me to love my body, it’s curves and to celebrate everything it can do and slowly work on the things it can’t. So one day, I may be able to do those challenging movements. 100% recommend for all women keen on a judgement free work our area and keen on meeting like minded women. No nasty comments or nasty women here!

Fantastic experience: The Self Care Sisterhood has had such a wonderful impact on my life. The studio is the most welcoming place you'll find. There are women of different ages and walks of life, who support each other and will quite literally cheer you on. Chloe and her beautiful team have created a safe space for women to focus on themselves and move in meaningful ways. Their mantra, "She moves for her mind" is in every class at the studio. Each session provides modifications so that each and every woman can move and strengthen their body and well-being. There is a variety of classes, from yoga, dance, boxing, strength building, core focus, pilates, stretching; something for everyone. I have never been able to commit to exercise before and have struggled with body image. The Self Care Sisterhood has helped me so much with this. I always feel rewarded after each class and moving with a supportive, funny, loving, diverse group of women makes all the difference. I can not recommend joining our Girl Gang highly enough!

Fantastic experience: Unique focus on moving for your mental wellbeing with size and shape not being the front focus. Refreshing and evidence based practice with movements altered to suit injury and discomfort! Such a comfortable and safe environment with supportive small classes. Really can't recommend Chloe and her team enough!!

Fantastic experience: Best gym I've ever been to! Amazing support from the trainers and girl gang.