The work, done properly
For over nine years, Workshop has been a small gym in Kew where strength is taught as a skill. The name has changed. The coaching hasn't.
Why Workshop Strength
We started as Workshop Gym, just off High Street in Kew. Over the years one thing became clear: what we actually coach is strength. Not just lifting, but the capacity, confidence and resilience that let you keep training for life.
So the name now says what we do. Same coaches, same small classes, same standard.
- Consistency over intensity. Sessions you can repeat every week.
- Practice over performance. Every class builds on the last.
- Explain the why. You'll understand what you're doing and why.
- Earn the load. Weight goes up when your technique is ready.
- Universal principles, individual application. One programme, adjusted for each person.
Meet the team
Igho
Igho writes the gym's programming. With a background in sports science and strength and conditioning, he focuses on sound movement and building strong, capable people, and on explaining complex ideas simply.
BSc Sports Science · MSc Strength & Conditioning
Isaac
Isaac is our bodyweight strength and skills coach. A former professional circus performer and hand-balancing coach with a background in martial arts and parkour, he helps people build a solid base of strength, mobility and control.
Bachelor of Circus Arts · Cert III & IV in Fitness
Fraser
Fraser looks after coaching standards and the member experience, making sure every session runs to the same standard and every member is looked after.
Support when you need it
When training needs more than coaching, we work alongside trusted practitioners. Members get a discount with both.
Kelvin Leung
Director of Sterling Physiotherapy, with 10+ years in sport and healthcare. Kelvin works closely with athletes and surgeons across Melbourne and builds structured plans to get you back to training.
Members: 10% off
Deeya Mahadooa
Manual therapist combining remedial massage, psychology and strength and conditioning to help people get stronger physically and mentally.
Members: 10% off your first visit
7/3 Wellington Street, Kew
Just off High Street. Six racks, barbells, dumbbells up to 50 kg, kettlebells up to 38 kg, rings, bikes and plenty of floor space.