Price and contact information

Prices vary between personal trainers and you can book in directly with them via their contact details below. For other personal training enquiries, email universitysport@auckland.ac.nz

Acima is a competitive powerlifter with a passion for strength development, hypertrophy and movement quality. She has first-hand experience both learning and teaching strength training fundamentals, all the way up to advanced lifting technique and advanced hypertrophy/muscle growth programming. She’s incredibly passionate about getting more people (especially women) lifting heavy, growing muscle, and enjoying being confident in the gym - both as part of training, and competitively.  

Training skills

• Strength training
• Body composition
• Competitive powerlifting
• Mobility/joint health
• Hyrox-style HIIT

 Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science
• NZ Certificate in Exercise Level 4
• Masters of Sport, Exercise and health (currently studying)

Experience

• 5 years training experience
• 2 years powerlifting experience (competing and coaching)

Contact information

Phone: 021 216 0072
Email: liftwithacima@gmail.com
Instagram: @acima_lifting

Ashley has been working in the fitness industry as a group fitness instructor for six years in a vast range of classes including HIIT, Circuit, Pump, Core, BoxFit and Spin. Ashley is also a professional dancer and attained her Diploma of Professional Dance (Elite Performance) at Brent Street in Sydney in 2022. Since then, she has made many notable achievements including dancing for Sydney World Pride and Dance Life on Amazon Prime. This experience has given her a vast range of knowledge in working with the human body which she brings to her training style.

Ashley is a vibrant, passionate personal trainer with a love for working with athletes and helping people achieve their goals. Through her sessions, she cultivates an uplifting and motivating environment in which her clients are able to transcend into their best selves through health and fitness. She has a vast knowledge of physiology and anatomy which she brings to each of her programs. 

Training skills   

• Weight training
• Mobility and flexibility
• HIIT
• BoxFit
• Circuit
• Athletic performance enhancement
• Functional training

Qualifications

• New Zealand Certificate in Freestyle Group Exercise 
• New Zealand Certificate in Personal Training
• Diploma in Professional Dance (Elite Performance)

Contact

Phone: 020 407 77153
Email: activewithashh@gmail.com
Instagram: ash_hook

Fiona's fitness journey began from wanting to improve her mental and physical wellbeing after moving from China to New Zealand, aged 19. As someone living with PCOS, she's experienced firsthand how intentional training, lifestyle management, and nutrition can transform not only the body but also the mind. Today, her training style is all about balance - combining dynamic strength training with restorative yoga and mobility work. She aims to empower clients to connect deeply with their bodies, move confidently, and build sustainable wellness practices. 

Training Skills

• Strength, mobility & functional movement
• Myofascial release and soft-tissue support
• Mind-body connection
• PCOS & women’s wellness programming
• Mobility, posture and flexibility training
• Muscular endurance, strength and weight management
  

Fluent in Chinese, French and English

Qualifications

• NZ Certificate in Personal Training Level 4 & 5 (NZIHF)
• Ergon IASTM Technique International Diploma
• Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Teacher (200 hour)
• Certified Inside Flow Yoga Instructor
• NZ REPs Registered

Contact

Phone: 021 084 46185
Email: fiona@growthlab360.co.nz

Josh didn’t just become a Personal Trainer by chance—he did it because he’s passionate about watching people crush their fitness goals. Whether it’s helping you fine-tune your athletic skills, build your confidence, or just feel stronger day by day, Josh’s mission is to see you thrive. He’s all about creating workouts specifically for you, guiding you with proper form, and keeping the motivation high so every session feels like a win.

Training skills

• Hypertrophy training
• HIIT
• Fat loss
• Group training
• Boxing and fitness training
• Exercise prescription for Chinese and Taiwanese students

Fluent in Chinese, Taiwanese and English

Qualifications

• Certificate of Sports Nutrition      
• Certificate in Sports Massage

Contact

Phone: 021 236 3575
Email: joshualiang@hotmail.com

Driven by a passion for uplifting others, Nathanael is dedicated to helping people build confidence both inside and outside the gym. He strives to make the gym a welcoming and non-intimidating environment. 

His own gym journey began in his first year of university, where he faced both mental and physical challenges with balancing study, social life and wellbeing. Through training, he experienced firsthand how the gym could transform not only your body, but also your mindset. He empathises deeply with students navigating these pressures and aims to create a space where they can take a break, recharge and avoid burnout.

With a degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences, he emphasises correct technique and personalised, enjoyable training. He also connects strongly with the Chinese community, offering a comfortable space for people who prefer to communicate in their native language.

Training Skills

• Strength and conditioning
• Hypertrophy training
• Weight loss
• Group training
• HIIT
• Powerlifting training - Squat, Bench, Deadlift

Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science - Applied Exercise and Sport Sciences (UoA)
• NZ Certificate in Exercise
• NZ Certificate in Personal Training

Experience

• Four years of training experience
• Three years of powerlifting experience
• Two years of instructing and exercise prescription

Contact 

Phone: 0273240632
Email: nathanael.zhang@auckland.ac.nz
Instagram: @natzhang.lifts

As both a long-time UoA staff member and a former international student, Wendy understands the challenge of balancing work, study, and well-being. Whether you're a student adjusting to a new environment or a staff member managing a demanding workload, she can help you develop a sustainable fitness routine that fits your schedule. Wendy’s personal fitness journey and empathetic approach ensure that every session is focused on creating a long-term strategy for health and resilience. 

Wendy connects easily with people from diverse backgrounds, offering culturally tailored guidance while ensuring clear communication and a supportive environment. Her deep cultural understanding enables her to adapt training to suit different lifestyles, making fitness more accessible and enjoyable. With a strong foundation in pharmacy, public health, and fitness, Wendy combines science-based training with a personal touch to help clients achieve their fitness goals. 

Training Skills

• Strength and hypertrophy 
• Fat loss
• Cardiovascular fitness
• Functional fitness
• Behavioural and lifestyle coaching

 Fluent in Mandarin, English and Korean.

 Qualifications

• Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health, Lv 8
• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy, Lv 7
• Certificate in Personal Training, Lv 5
• Certificate in Fitness Instructing, Lv 5
• NZ Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)
  

Contact information

Phone: 021 285 0999
Email: wendysfitnessnz@gmail.com

With over twenty years of experience, Zahi’s helped clients transform their fitness, build strength, and optimise athletic performance. He’s been passionate about sports his entire life, playing rugby, cricket, and competing in athletics. He focusses on creating tailored exercise plans to help reduce stress, excel in sports, deal with niggling aches/pains and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Zahi’s training goes beyond reps—it’s about creating confidence in a fun environment and smashing your personal goals.

Training Skills

• Strength training and conditioning
• Functional movement and injury prevention
• Tailored workout programs and HIIT
• Olympic lifting
• Weight management strategies
• Nutrition advice for recovery and performance

Fluent in Pushto, Farsi, Punjabi, Hindi, Gurjati and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Science from the University of Auckland

Contact

Phone: 021 143 4256
Email: zfittnezz@gmail.com