Darren was an avid touch footy player until undergoing knee surgery for a second time. As part of his rehabilitation he was introduced to weight training under a personal trainer. Darren found the same joy he had experienced being part of a team when he started participating in fitness classes. The challenge of rebuilding his muscle strength and the support he received from his new community contributed to all aspects of his life including his mental wellbeing. Darren wanted to share his experiences, understanding and the satisfaction of investing in your own physical health so he completed his qualifications for group fitness instructor, and personal training. Darren wants to provide an enjoyable but challenging experience for his clients as they progress on their fitness journey.

Lynda completed her Certificate III in Fitness in 2023, after lots of persuasion from her friend and mentor Mully. Her fitness journey started after returning to Australia from living abroad for many years. As a late bloomer to this fitness game, her journey to good health and fitness hasn’t been easy. Genetics haven’t been kind and in early 2023 she underwent hip replacement surgery. Lynda is aware of mobility issues and range of motion limitations and her classes cater to all levels of fitness. She can relate to clients of all ages and abilities and offers practical advice to help keep, our clients motivated and active. Lynda’s classes, get you up and moving with a variety of different exercises and formats, that help to improve your balance, strength and cardio fitness. When she’s not instructing or participating in classes, Lynda is busy keeping tabs on the finances of The Shed, as the Treasurer of the association. ps - exercise helps you live a longer, healthier and happier life !!

Phil has been involved with Tai Chi for over 30 years. He is fully trained and qualified through Dr Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Health Institute. He has worked for many years as a recovery coach and peer support worker in the Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs space, using Tai Chi as part of his client’s outcomes towards a better life. Join Phil and commence your Tai Chi experience to improve your health, balance and wellbeing.

Kate's journey into fitness began as a sporadic exerciser, but it took a turn when she was diagnosed with various health issues. Recognising the potential benefits of enhancing her overall fitness for her well-being, Kate joined group fitness classes, and what started as a necessity evolved into a profound passion for training. Over four years later, Kate has witnessed a remarkable improvement in both her physical and mental well-being. Eager to inspire others on their own fitness journeys, she is now dedicated to sharing her love for fitness. With a Certificate III in Fitness already under her belt, Kate is currently pursuing her Certificate IV in Fitness in 2024. Her enthusiasm for weight training is evident, and she aspires to instil a holistic approach to wellness in her clients. Kate's goal is to create an environment where clients experience a sense of accomplishment and look forward to returning after each class, inspired by her passion for fitness.

Meet Radek our MobilityFIT trainer, showing his fitness loves. - crawling - kettlebells - martial arts Radek is on a mission to @crawl_the_world and help people to move better and get stronger through crawling and @original_strength resets. He loves helping people to find their original strength. Radek is a Certified StrongFirst SFB Body Weight Instructor, Instructor in Hardcore Jeet Kune Do (Bruce Lee's Fighting Methods), Functional Foot Map Specialist, Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilisation (DNS) Sport II & StrongFirst SFG1 Kettlebells. His specialties are: Crawling, Mobility, Bodyweight movement, MS patients, kettlebells

Meet Sheridan our personal trainer & group fitness instructor. She is sports mad, both playing and watching different sports, but she fell in love with softball when she was a kid and went on to play for the QLD Open Women’s team for 6 years. Sheridan still continues to play competitively all year round. Her other love is exercise and moving her body, celebrating everything her body is able to do. She has suffered many health issues and setbacks throughout out her life and is passionate about helping people enjoy their exercise, helping them feel better and achieve their goals. Sheridan has completed her Certificate IV in Fitness and is a certified personal trainer as well as a group fitness instructor. Sheridan loves being a part of The Shed team and helping others along their journey.

Growing up barefoot on the streets of Texas developed a passion for all things movement! Playing soccer as a young child and then branching out into a variety of other sports through the teenage years, such as rugby, cricket, basketball but most of all running! Taking the form of cross country and athletics early on, it was never a stretch to imagine that as an adult, running and more specifically trail running, would be valued so highly! “To feel the flow and movement of the trail under your feet and experience the release of running through the forest, taking the mind away from the constant clutter of thoughts that accompany the rest of the day, is a freeing experience that is often hard to find these days” The coaching career kicked off in gyms and parks as a PT and fitness instructor, once the Cert III and IV were completed and then moved into Run Coaching for both adults and kids, with a Level I and II coaching certification.This was later complemented by the creation and development of movement based programs in conjunction with the holistic provider Lemonade Kids. Most recently has seen the addition of Animal Flow into the equation, with a strong focus on low impact strength and mobility exercise, to suit the range across the community, from complete beginner to elite athlete. “My passion is helping individuals to find and experience a joy in exercise and movement, to continue to grow and develop no matter the age or circumstance. My goal is to create a space where people feel comfortable to take on new challenges and encourage belief in themselves, to attain greater insight into their own ability for movement!”

Wendy's approach to fitness is always centred on the relationship between the body and mind. Yoga classes follow vinyasa flow principles, focused on building physical and mental strength, movement and recovery. Her group classes aim to build knowledge and confidence to train. Regardless of where you are on your fitness journey, come and enjoy some considered time to move your body, shift mindset and have some fun!