Collective Fitness + Training Studio

Fantastic experience: Trained with Matt for 7 years! Great trainer, easy going, reliable & hard working! This gym is great if you want to train in a positive inner city gym environment with no mirrors or egos!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training with Matt for the last 12 months, and it’s been one of the best experiences that I’ve had. I have never been consistent with a fitness program for more than 3 months, and now I’m looking forward to training every week. Also, you get nutrition information from Claire, which is fantastic. Collective fitness will encourage you to find a program that you will enjoy and able to continue for a long time. Thank you so much Claire and Matt.

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Fantastic experience: Collective Fitness are a magnificent team, absolutely committed to supporting clients to improve their fitness, nutrition and strength. Claire is a very warm, engaging, supportive and knowledgeable instructor who motivates and educates clients to be their best. When I first started training about nine months ago I thought it was because I wanted to lose weight I'd gained from a recent bereavement. Working with Claire I realised that it was actually to feel better about myself by becoming fitter, stronger, more active and more healthy. Through exercising regularly and improving my nutrition under her guidance I've achieved goals I didn't realise I had and have been able to become a better, happier me. I can't thank Claire enough for all her support and encouragement and look forward to continuing to work with her.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely love this place. The staff are amazing to deal with. Me and my friends have been very happy with the outcomes to our health. Keep up the great work guys!!!

Fantastic experience: Started coming here because I was sick and tired of "bros" hogging equipment at the Anytime Fitness while not doing any real kind of work out. Didn't realise how much I needed this place. Matt Hughes is my trainer and works around all sorts of injuries and ailments that I have. Have never been fitter I would say. 30 minute work outs but you'll get more out of that 30 than doing a 60 minute class or 90 by yourself. Worth the investment.

Fantastic experience: While I understand the importance of keeping as fit as possible, I am not at all a natural exerciser and find it difficult to stay motivated. At Collective Fitness, I found exactly the impetus I needed. My first meeting with Claire made me feel inspired and confident, and then when my regular sessions with Matt began, something extraordinary happened - I actually found myself looking forward to getting up at 6am to train! Matt and Claire have created something unique with Collective Fitness - a personal training studio which pushes every client to do their best and train their hardest, within an unpretentious environment free of intimidating posturing or guilt-inducing slogans (I know such slogans plastered around other gyms are meant to be 'inspiring', but they would often simply make me feel as though I wasn't trying hard enough). Matt was an ideal trainer. His sessions were creative and enjoyable (if you want to get on his good side, ask him about his guitar collection!), and he was somehow able to respect my physical limits while always getting me to gently push beyond them. He was also very flexible with session times and, despite my own very erratic working hours, I was always able to find 2 or 3 times a week to train with him. I had to stop my training a few months ago because I moved suburbs, otherwise there's no question I'd still be going to the studio. Leaving felt like saying goodbye to close friends, such is the friendly and supportive environment Matt and Claire have created for their clients. It's a difficult balancing act to create a close-knit community that doesn't feel clique-y, but they've managed to do it effortlessly. I simply can't recommend these guys enough. If you're looking for a high-level (and very reasonably priced!) personal trainer, check them out. You won't regret it. Leigh (of Brunswick, formerly Moonee Ponds)

Fantastic experience: I have been training with Collective Fitness for a while now. I really enjoy the friendly and encouraging environment that all the trainers help to achieve. They have excellent equipment that I enjoy learning new ways to use and challenge myself with. Matt (my trainer) listens and finds varying methods and exercises, to achieve the goals I set my mind too. There's no ego's here just high calibre coaches with loads of friendly advice and loads of encouragement.

Fantastic experience: I would like to echo the sentiments that Michelle has made below and really want to make sure Collective gets the recognition they deserve. I have been a member of over 10 gyms in my life (Genesis, ZAP, Local pools etc.) and about 3 different PT studios and really rate Collective up there with the best. Really enjoyable, flexible and fun studio (and suitably painful) which I have loved the variety of sessions and varying difficult - and especially the change in sessions to balance cardio and strength work. Also - nothing is locked it and if you need a break or go on holidays, they are flexible to pause or suspends payments which is a huge win! Thanks guys!

Fantastic experience: After trying various mediocre personal trainers and gym memberships over a number of years I finally found Matt and Claire at Collective Fitness. Having a job like mine with unusual working hours including on call and afterhours, it is important to me for my trainers to be flexible. The guys at Collective Fitness go out of their way to fit me in when I want to, including very early mornings, weekends etc. The training is always varied and never boring. I highly recommend you give them a try, you won't be disappointed.

Fantastic experience: Getting great results at Collective Fitness. Cant beat their personalised fitness and nutrition program delivered by a great team.

Fantastic experience: After years of 24 hour gyms and dodgy chains I started looking for something different for my partner and I to get motivated. We took Collective up on their trial offer and loved it straight away. The trainers are no nonsense when it comes to the workouts but with so much heart. Goals are made, achievements celebrated and the team there are like our training family. This is a one stop shop for all your fitness and wellness needs. Training can be free weight focused or bring in kettlebell or crossfit style exercises. The studio is clean and the equipment is good quality. With injury support and nutrition experts there too I highly recommend you visit the team at Collective!

Fantastic experience: Having recently moved to the area I was in search of a new PT. by chance I stumbled upon Collective Fitness. I contacted them to discuss my needs and Claire booked me in for my 3 free sessions with Matt. That was it, that's all it took, I had found my PT peeps! From my first session at Collective Fitness they have exceeded my expectations. I am getting better results than I ever have with previous PT's and am really enjoying watching as my body gets stronger, more toned and happier. Highly recommend!!!

Fantastic experience: Dan and the team have provided me with an intelligent and practical way to improve my fitness and strength in a friendly, no BS environment. They are flexible in terms of session planning which really helps my hectic schedule, and are highly adaptive to my specific needs and training progress. What I like most about Collective is that the experience is 'unique' to me - no "work outs of the day", sessions are very targeted and rarely the same. And, I reckon I'm definitely stronger and fitter - the reason I joined and the reason I stay.

Fantastic experience: I've just wrapped up 10 months of training with these guys and (after my wedding) I will be back! A down to earth studio with passionate trainers and a friendly environment, Dan and the team really made me feel at ease when I first walked in. I had never had a personal trainer before but wanted to give it a go as I felt I wasn't getting much out of group classes or my own gym visits. I'm so glad I did. You can't beat a personal program tailored to your own fitness goals. I am so proud of what I have been able to achieve and learn from Dan & Mitch, I didn't think it was possible to have fun (yes.. FUN) while working so hard!! I look forward to continuing my fitness journey in the new year!

Fantastic experience: Came to this studio after a bad experience at another local studio and have to say it is amazing! I was welcomed into the studio with open arms, not pressed about money and after my 3 FREE sessions was shown the process on how they will help me improve my fitness. Will my trainer Joel, I have already reached my goal and underway to bigger and better things... This is a long term studio. Thanks guys!

Fantastic experience: I have been a client at Collective Fitness for a long time and have nothing but good things to say. I came to Collective Fitness with very little experience in the fitness aspect of things and I was put on a tailored training program which was made to suit my abilities and lifestyle habits. As well as taking these personal factors into consideration, the trainers at Collective Fitness have great passion in what they do and always strive for positive results. They are always enthusiastic and encouraging and always push me to my best until I realized how strong I could become. I know I am in safe hands as each trainer has a numerous amount of qualifications and practice what they preach on a regular basis. To my advantage, Collective Fitness training sessions are very affordable, great value for money and of high quality! Not only am I feeling (and seeing) great results, but I am able to keep motivated and maintain to be the healthiest I've ever been.

Negative experience: nothing ready. I email about Pt sessions which I got replied but very lack of details from trainer, no fees mentioned then emailed them back didnt hear from them at all. They ask you to come to studio, after brain wash you and they tell you the price which thats not how fitness business should run and the trainer doesnt even look fit himself. So choose the right trainer with good body appearance otherwise you are just wasting your time. And also have of these reviews are themselves and paid to do so.

Fantastic experience: I've done 3-4 personal training trials and packages in the past and never stuck with it, but I absolutely love Dan at collective, I always feel like I'm pushed just the right amount, so I leave feeling exhausted but like I want to go back again. Being very non-sporty, uncoordinated and unfit I find most exercise quite daunting, but I honestly love my sessions, Dan is supportive, encouraging, explains everything thoroughly and remembers all the things I hate to do! Can't recommend it enough, Cheers

Fantastic experience: 6 months into my training and i have lost weight, improved strength and regained energy! Each session is planned out and are always challenging. Being able to lift my intoxicated girlfriend to and from a taxi with one arm whilst also holding her handbag the other night i realized ....Gee this training has really paid off. Dont settle for second best....get down to Collective Fitness and re-start your life!!

Fantastic experience: I'm really enjoying my sessions here. There are no "Workouts of the Day"; every session is planned out individually, and they are *very* well planned. Whether I do a half hour or an hour, I always leave thinking "that was utterly the last rep I had in me". The team seem to be able to push me perfectly to the limit, and I always come away thrilled that I managed as much as I did. My partner and I have done a couple of sessions together, and Collective put together co-operative goals that mean our different abilities complement one another, which makes them great fun.

Fantastic experience: Had to leave a review after three brutal sessions on a trip to Melbourne. These guys will push you hard! Their functional approach means that workouts are tailored to you as an individual, rather than one size fits all, so you get the most effective programme. I finished each session in a puddle of sweat with a massive grin on my face and after three sessions I feel both more explosive and more powerful. Can't really say it better than that.

Fantastic experience: Everything about training at Collective has been great. The whole team is friendly, welcoming and infectiously enthusiastic. The studio itself is well-designed, functional and always in great condition. I train with Dan and am constantly impressed by his knowledge and his ability to make every session different, interesting and fun. I don't think I have ever done the same workout twice. At Collective you work towards your own goals and I know that I come away from every session with a huge sense of achievement. Can't really recommend these guys enough :)

Fantastic experience: My experience with Daniel at Collective Fitness was awesome. This guy knows his stuff and is a great motivator. Any body looking for some great focused PT sessions should come and give this place a go. You wont be disappointed !

Fantastic experience: Hi all. I hate to say it, but I hate gyms. In particular I don't do well in group classes or if I go there by myself (I have been known to nap on the weight machines). But I really want to get in shape, loose a few pounds and strengthen my back, and a friend suggested going to Collective Fitness. I have never had a one on one session before, but oh my, what a difference. Dan, (one of the trainers there), specialized a program for me in consideration of my goals (and one that was safe for my back) and I have to say after only a month I am really noticing the difference. thank you Collective Fitness, I am sold! (I am going to try out the group classes soon also!). Thanks again. It is bikini 'o' clock! (p.s. great location, I don't have a car, and it took me about one minute from Moonee Ponds station to get there) Sincerely, Nome Sarker

Fantastic experience: I was visiting Melbourne recently and I was lucky enough to be given 3 Personal Training sessions by Dan and the crew even though I don't even live in Melbourne. The sessions were excellent, I couldn't have asked for a better, more knowledgeable trainer. I am now more motivated than ever to continue on with my fitness goals.