Her Strong Start® Program

An 8-Week Guided Introduction to Strength Training with the goal to move into Group Training.

What we do

Designed for women who want to understand form, learn to trust their body and build confidence.

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Our benefits

If strength training feels overwhelming, you’re not alone.

For many women, the gym floor can feel confusing, not because they aren’t capable, but because no one has taken the time to explain what’s happening. Exercises are often demonstrated, but not taught. Instructions are given, but not unpacked. And it’s hard to build confidence when you don’t fully understand what your body is doing. Many Women:

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What is the Her Strong Start Program?

This is your foundation phase.

Her Strong Start™ is an 8-week, private program, focusing on building a supported understanding of: foundational movement patterns, the mechanics behind different strength exercises, how movements relate to one another, how your body may feel under load, and how it shouldn’t feel.

We introduce the difference between movements, not just the exercises themselves, so you can begin to recognise patterns rather than memorise routines.

Safe, Supported Movement

You’ll be guided through foundational strength patterns in a calm environment, learning how movement should feel and progressing at a pace that supports your body.

Honouring your body

We help you understand the difference between productive effort and “this doesn’t feel right.” You’ll learn to notice signals, adjust, and train in a way that supports your body (not punishes it).

Confidence & Self-Advocacy

You’ll be encouraged to listen to your body, ask questions, and build the confidence to modify, progress, or pause when needed.
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Photo of a Her Strong Start Participate when it was run in a local hall prior to opening our strength studio

Her Strong Start

Program Structure

An 8 week introduction course for women nervous about strength training.

Frequently Asked Questions

That’s exactly why this program exists.
HerStrongStart is designed to meet you where you are, teach foundational movement patterns, and help you find an appropriate starting point.

Starting something new can feel vulnerable.
This is a small, supportive environment designed specifically for women learning strength — not performing it.

We work with women across a broad age range — from their mid-30s through to their 80s and beyond. Strength training has no age limit.

Her Strong Start focuses on foundations. Movements are introduced progressively, and your starting point is determined individually. If you have injury, we will require a clearance from your health care professional.

Yes. Sessions are delivered by qualified Personal Trainers.

  • 2 x 30 minute sessions
  • Homework Booklet to keep track. 
  • At the end, we will find your starting point, for base movements.
  • 1 Week of Semi – Private Classes, or a 1 week at home program, on completion of the program.
  • HerWay.® Resistance Bands.
  • HerWay.® Skipping Rope.
  • Introduction to a local commercial gym space, if you would prefer a larger space. 
  • Upfront payments receive a 10% discount $712.80.
  • We offer a Weekly payment option – $99 per week.

It is contracted for 8 weeks, as it is a structured program and we’re unable to offer refunds. 

Just you and your coach.

A water bottle and anything that helps you feel comfortable in the space.

Supportive joggers with a stable, flatter sole are recommended for strength training. Comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely is ideal.

Yes. Her Strong Start has been developed with peri- and post-menopausal women in mind.

We offer one make-up session per month. Refunds or credits are not provided for missed sessions. 

Yes — simple, structured exercises are provided to help reinforce movement patterns between sessions.

No. The focus is on learning correct movement patterns, and building confidence.

This depends on your individual situation. Medical clearance may be required before commencing.

Absolutely. We actively encourage communication. Self-advocacy is part of the learning process.