Dean is a long standing gym member who always has a great attitude towards his training and our other members, and his ability to set new goals and commit wholeheartedly to them is to be envied.
I have been a member for almost two years now. I joined PCYC Gladstone because the new gym space had everything I need and so much room with the open gym floor and functional room at the back. There’s also no shortage of equipment!
I really like the space and how open it is with all the new equipment. The staff and other members are so welcoming and friendly everyone helps everyone when new people come in or see others struggling with some movements.
My fitness journey started at a young age, where I started training at a local gym for a few years and jumped over to Crossfit for 5 years. I competed in a few local competitions until I had some injuries come through. My current fitness journey I’m on involves competing in my first bodybuilding show this year for the IFBB.
I have a lot of favourite pieces of equipment! You kind of learn to love the training you do when you do it every day. But the one that stands out would have to be incline barbell bench press and close second would have to be leg extensions.
Keep a routine, have a goal and start small and work your way up from there. Stay consistent – you’re always making progress even if it doesn’t look like it or feel like it.
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Rhiannon is known for her consistency and commitment when it comes to training. She has a determination to reach her goals and always has a beautiful smile on her face when she walks into the gym.
I have been a Gym+Fitness member since November 2025.
What I love most about PCYC Emerald is the amazing staff. They are so friendly, helpful and encouraging.
My goals are just that I want to be healthy and live longer. I have a personal weight loss goal in mind but mostly just a change of lifestyle.
A like a bit of everything at the gym. I am enjoying the rower lately.
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Sandy is an absolute superstar whose infectious energy, love of life and passion for sharing her workouts, inspires joy and motivation in everyone around her.
I have been a Gym+Fitness member for around two years now. I joined because no matter which PCYC club I went to, I also found there to be a great, lovely community and I have made friends and been well looked after at every club I have been to.
I really enjoy how holistic PCYC Maranoa is, with Activ8 Fundamentals and Activ8 Group Training included in my membership, which I have used to really maximise my progress. All the staff members are really kind and the trainers are very helpful and professional! But mainly, I cannot stress enough just how wonderful the PCYC community is!
I aim to not be using any form of assisting device when I am 90. I want to be able to get up and down without any help and remain fiercely independent. I’d rather be the oldest person in the gym that the youngest in a nursing home!
I love the Activ8 Strength class. I really enjoy getting stronger, staying focused, and seeing real progress. I also find that it helps me get my heart rate up as well as my muscles working!
My favourite piece of equipment is definitely the Lat Pull Down Machine. It is great for ladies wanting to get rid of their back fat!
“It doesn’t matter how fast you go as long as you don’t stop”. Some days you might be lifting more while the others less but as long as you keep going you will get there.
“Celebrate the non-scale wins”. Losing weight isn’t everything. When I first started, I was only doing 20kgs on the Lat Pulldown, now I am doing 35kgs. Every day you go to the gym and improve, and keeping going should be celebrated just as much as losing weight.
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You’ll spot Jeremy in the PCYC Fernvale gym most mornings. He was known for misplacing his 24/7 access fob more than sock through the washing machine, but thankfully he now has it all under control.
I joined in 2023 but due to injury I wasn’t training. However, I was happy to keep donating to PCYC Queensland. At the start of this year, I started training daily.
I love the people. PCYC Fernvale is a community full of fun, supportive staff and people. I’m always up for a chat while I’m here.
I had 4 years off training due to injury. I’ve been able to restart my training journey this year and I just love lifting heavy again.
My favourite exercise is a bench squat and my favourite piece of equipment is the squat rack.
Don’t rely on motivation. Discipline is the most important factor when training. Find a time that works for you and stick to it, even if you don’t feel like training.
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Elizabeth is known as one of the most determined and consistent Gym+Fitness members at PCYC Lang Park!
I have been training at PCYC Queensland for over 3 years.
What I love about PCYC Lang Park is the variety of Activ8 Group Training classes and all the staff members that are very motivating.
My goal is to stay healthy and fit for as long as possible (no tuckshop arms!).
My favourite class is the Activ8 Strength class.
I love to do burpees and feel the heart rate!
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Margaret walks through the doors at PCYC Hills District five days a week, rain or shine!
Now retired, Margaret hasn’t slowed down one bit. When she’s not in the gym, she’s giving back to the wider community through her volunteer work and continuing her lifelong pattern of showing up for others.
I have been training at PCYC Queensland for over 10 years.
For me, it’s more than just a gym. It’s the community, the friendly faces, the clean facilities, and the freedom of a 24/7 gym that lets me train when it suits me. My gym friends are my social network, we train together, support one another, and share plenty of laughs along the way!
I have been exercising five days a week for more than 50 years… a lifelong habit built on consistency, resilience, and joy in staying active.
My goals are to keep moving, stay fit, maintain supple joints, and avoid unnecessary trips to the doctor. (She’s living proof that consistency works!)
My favourite thing to do at the gym is the leg press. (Margaret is still pressing over 60kg in her 80s!)
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Jenny is a legend of PCYC Sunshine Coast! She will talk to anyone and enjoys having a joke.
In 1976, Jenny became a General Duties Police Officer and stayed in the Police for 40 years until 2016. In 2021 she received a Bravery Award, and during her career was a part of the Committee that developed the Domestic Violence Crisis Line.
I have been a PCYC Queensland member since 2005, joining the PCYC committee in 2006 and I am a Life Member.
My favourite thing about the PCYC Sunshine Coast is the gym environment that has always been friendly and a great place to make mates.
I have always enjoyed exercise as part of my life, in particular interval running, bike riding and hikes. My routine consists of gym sessions four days per week starting with interval running on the treadmill, intervals on the bike, cross trainer and rower and then finishing with weights afterwards.
My favourite piece of equipment is the treadmill for interval running on the random hills setting.
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Katy has been described as the heart of the PCYC Pine Rivers Gym+Fitness community – always bringing her warm smile, positive energy and unstoppable spirit to every class and conversation, no matter how busy her life gets!
I have been a Gym+Fitness member at PCYC Pine Rivers since July 2023.
I love coming to PCYC Pine Rivers because everyone here is super friendly and encouraging. There are also plenty of facilities for everyone to use.
My fitness goals are to lose weight, gain muscle and get to fit to keep up with my four kids!
My favourite Activ8 Group training class is BoxFit on a Monday night.
Besides BoxFit, I also enjoy doing cardio on the elliptical.
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This month we’re celebrating Rodney, who brings his competitive spirit and infectious energy to PCYC Hills District. Having played soccer from childhood into his 30s, he brings that same drive to every workout and class!
I have been a member at PCYC Hills District since 2024!
I love the community at PCYC Hills District – whether it’s a workout, a class, or even our Christmas social games.
I was a competitive soccer player from early childhood through to my 30s. When I first joined PCYC Hills District, I was dealing with limited mobility and leg strength following several surgeries, including a smashed heel and muscle removals.
My goals were to improve my strength and movement, reduce pain, and improve my overall quality of life. With consistency, hard work, and the support of the coaches, I’ve been able to achieve those goals. I’m stronger, moving better, in less pain, and feeling good again.
My favourite workout is the lat pulldown – it feels great, helps my posture (and I get to sit down for it!) My favourite class is BoxFit, as it really ticks all the boxes.
Seeing progress every week keeps me motivated – and maybe beating a few people in class while I’m at it!
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Shaun is known for being one of the most friendly and approachable people in the gym at PCYC Deception Bay. He is also a Member Services Officer at three PCYC Clubs: PCYC Deception Bay, PCYC Redcliffe and PCYC Sandgate!
I have been a member for a very long time! But I have really committed to the amazing 8-week challenge with my best friend!
I love the PCYC Deception Bay gym equipment. It has everything I need and enough variety for my training.
My fitness goals at the moment are to look good, get fit, keep coming and smash the 8 week challenge!
My favourite workout at the is DAY 6 Upper Body (Push & Pull). I loved learning new movements I haven’t done before.
My favourite workout at the is DAY 6 Upper Body (Push & Pull). I loved learning new movements I haven’t done before.
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