Our Story

BUILT FOR BAIRNSDALE.

A locally owned gym that started in a backyard shed and grew into something the whole community could be proud of. No egos. No fluff. Just a place to show up and improve.

2024
Founded
250m²
Gym Floor
24/7
Always Open
4
Qualified Trainers
$0
Joining Fee
How It Started

FROM A SHED
TO MACLEOD ST.

Adapt Fitness started in a backyard shed in 2024 with one goal — create a gym that people genuinely enjoy being part of. Not just a place to work out, but somewhere you actually want to be.

After outgrowing that original space, founder Mike Young opened the full commercial facility at 123 Macleod Street. 250sqm of premium equipment, 24/7 FOB access, and a genuine community at its core.

The name says it all. Wherever you're starting from — whatever your goal — Adapt is built around you. Your schedule, your program, your pace.

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What We Stand For

THE ADAPT
DIFFERENCE.

01

Community First

Locally owned and operated. We know our members by name. There is no corporate agenda here — just a genuine investment in the people who train with us.

02

No Ego Environment

Whether you're lifting for the first time or training for competition, you belong here. No judgment, no intimidation — just people working toward their goals.

03

Always Accessible

24/7 FOB access means you train when it suits you. Early morning, late night, or any hour in between — the door is always open.

04

Honest Pricing

No joining fee. No FOB fee. No lock-in contracts. Just straightforward memberships from $18 a week — and the freedom to cancel any time.

05

Expert Support

Free program writing and check-in sessions for all members. You don't need to figure it out alone — our trainers are here to guide you.

06

Premium Equipment

We invest in gear that serious lifters actually want to use. Hammer Strength, Reeplex, Matrix — and it gets maintained properly.

The Facility

SERIOUSLY
EQUIPPED.

250m²
Gym Floor
15m
Hex Roof Lighting
12m
Mirrored Wall
200+
Pieces of Equipment

Free Weights

Hammer Strength dumbbells to 50kg, full barbell sets, 3 cages with bamboo lifting platforms

Reeplex Jungle Gym

150kg stacks, full functional training rig — one of the best pieces of kit in regional Victoria

Pin-Loaded Machines

Matrix commercial machines covering every muscle group — no waiting, no compromising

Plate-Loaded Machines

Full lower body and upper body plate-loaded selection for serious strength training

Cable Crossovers

2x cable crossover machines — no queuing for cables during peak times

Cardio Zone

Matrix treadmills, stair climbers, rowers, assault bikes — all with entertainment screens

Sled Track

Dedicated sled track for conditioning work — rare for a regional facility of this size

Outdoor Area

Assault bikes, boxing bags, artificial turf — functional training under the open sky

Amenities

Bathroom with shower, vending machine, water station, supplements and merch on-site

Lighting

15m of roof-mounted hex lighting — the aesthetic is genuinely unmatched in East Gippsland

The Team

YOUR
COACHES.

Qualified, experienced, and genuinely invested in your progress. Every trainer at Adapt is here because they care about the community — not just the session.

Tayah McNaughton

Tayah McNaughton

Strength · Hypertrophy · Sports

Known for her care, attention to form, and ability to make every member feel supported regardless of their starting point.

Cert III & IV in Fitness
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Paul Apostoleris

Paul Apostoleris

Strength · Performance · MMA Fitness

Extensive qualifications across strength, functional fitness, and sports performance. Brings a methodical approach to every client's programming.

Cert III & IV in Fitness Level 1 Health & Wellness Coach Advanced Functional & Core Training MMA Fitness Trainer L1 & L2
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Shandelle Russell

Shandelle Russell

Boxing · HIIT

Passionate about helping members feel confident and capable in the gym. Focuses on high-energy sessions that are both challenging and fun.

Currently completing Cert III & IV in Fitness
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Mike Young

Mike Young

Founder · Strength · Performance

Founded Adapt Fitness with a vision for a gym Bairnsdale could be proud of. Brings years of coaching experience alongside a genuine passion for the community.

Bachelor of Education (Health/Science) Cert III & IV in Fitness Cert IV Training & Assessment
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COMMUNITY.

No lock-in contracts. No sign-up fee. Just show up and see what Adapt is about.

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