I have really enjoyed my sessions at Core Principles. The personal training is excellent. The trainers appear to be very knowledgeable and very professional. Each exercise is carefully explained including its purpose. The trainers take care to ensure that you are undertaking exercises correctly so that you get the intended benefit and at the same time avoid injury.

I started personal training with Jake a couple of months ago and I feel motivated and look forward to my weekly PT training. This group is professional and friendly and are with you all the way with their support to reach your goals and are always approachable. Core principles have provided me with a friendly, inclusive and safe space to return to the fitness level I had before COVID. Thank You ! Maria :)

A fantastic gym to be part of. Super friendly and professional staff who make you feel welcome every time you walk through the door. Gene and the team are a fantastic support in helping you reach your goals. Don't hesitate to give it a try!

I finally built up the courage and motivation to walk into Core Principles, and I have to say, it’s one of the best decisions I have made for a long time! The team are fantastic, and my PT, Harper, is absolutely amazing. I am now excited about my fitness journey!

CP has been such an amazing community to be a part of! Having just moved to Australia, the team was so welcoming and supportive in every way possible. Incredible staff in an non-intimidating gym.

Gene is a great personal trainer, don’t bother going anywhere else - he’s your guy for any personal training needs! Highly recommend

A fantastic personal training experience. Very supportive coaches and environment to reach your health and fitness goals. Highly recommend and very happy with my results.

I started training at Core Principles 4 months ago after many years of neglecting my fitness. Gene spent the time to design an appropriate training plan, understanding my history, and the results have been great. Most importantly, Gene and the team foster a welcoming and encouraging environment, pushing you to work at your best with a smile (mostly) on your face!

My whole family has been going to this gym for about a year and to say it’s utterly phenomenal would be an understatement. Not only is the range of equipment absolutely impeccable but the staff are not only friendly but incredibly helpful. I’m lucky enough to have a personal trainer - Ben - who is very knowledgeable, encouraging and talented in helping my achieve my own fitness goals. I however come from a family where we all cover each others’ sessions so I have trained with every other trainer in the gym and can say they are all of the utmost quality and you’d be lucky to have any of them. Ultimately, the gym is absolutely fantastic and will definitely assist you in reaching your fitness goals whatever they may be... COULD JOT RECOMMEND IT MORE!

My doctor had been telling me to lose weight for years. I'd been overweight since childhood. It hasn't been a quick journey. I was stubborn, reluctant and ready to quit more than once. Gene has stuck by me and been a great support. In my time with Core Principles I've lost 30kg, I'm off all medication and I'm in the best physical condition of my life.

I looked at a number of gyms in the area and selected Core Principles because it was welcoming and unpretentious. After being a member for only a short time and coming regularly I can really feel the change in me. I’m sleeping better and feel good about myself. The group training at Core Principles are effective and varied and I’m enjoying them heaps. I highly recommend Core Principles especially for mature people who are trying to maintain good health and need the discipline of a regular class to come to.

I love training at Core Principles, family run gym with lots of incredible support to reach all your goals!!

Happy to recommend these guys to anybody wanting to lose weight and be guided in a professional way.

Core principles is the centre of fitness excellence in Ivanhoe. When I made my first tentative contact with Core Principles I was made to feel welcomed by Gene, who carefully listened to me and thoughtfully arranged my fitness program. It is a clean and modern facility where change and upgrades of equipment occur frequently. The trainers are friendly and motivating and keep the program fresh. I, and now my daughter, feel fitter, stronger and better able to cope with the challenges of daily life and the rigours of weekend activities due to our Core Principles membership. Thanks team!

I'm currently employed here at Core Principles and love coming into work everyday and working in this amazing environment. All my fellow trainers are dedicated and knowledgeable. And clients reach their goals in an enjoyable manner!

The Core Principles team are a fantastic bunch of people. Professional, dedicated, knowledgeable and make you feel like you are one of the team too. I look forward to my sessions and working toward my own personal goals. Joey Wannouch has been a terrific trainer! Thanks a million

I'm a few months into working with Anthony and I am really pleased with the supportive, team based approach from Core Principles. Anthony is a fantastic Personal Trainer, he supports me to go that one step further at each training session and I've already seen great results. Everyone at the Core Principles studio (trainers and clients) are friendly and welcoming and it really helps being a part of a supportive fitness community. I appreciate that the uncertainty of COVID-19 restrictions is challenging however, I would truly encourage people to consider online personal training sessions during lockdowns. I know it's not the same as being in the studio but honestly, I'm still making positive progress with home workouts and it's genuinely helpful for mental health and well being. Plus, I'm fairly sure Gene is looking at a pet range in Core Principles workout gear, hehe! I have a way to go on with regard to my goals and I'm confident I will reach them, in no small part to the Core Principles team.

Love the professionalism and individual support at Core Principles! Helping me to achieve my health and fitness goals.

A motivating environment - very helpful to keep engaged and active.

The trainers are great and they very knowledgeable. If you want results, definitely go!

If you've been thinking about joining a gym but aren't feeling all that confident (we've all been there) Core Principles is definitely the gym for you. I can't praise the team enough, they are always happy to have a chat and go above and beyond. It's a judgement free environment that supports you no matter what your goal.

As a trainer here I have loved every minute working in this vibrant studio. The clients and trainers create a awesome atmosphere and we are always strive to help each and every person to reach their goals.

I have been training at Core Principals for around 2 months now. The Team here are so friendly and welcoming, not once have I felt self conscious or uncomfortable. My PT Kai always makes my sessions challenging and fun, every session is different never boring. I already feel so much better and stronger.

My husband and I currently members, doing joint PT sessions & gym membership. We love the sessions, feel challenged & have a laugh while doing it. Couldn’t recommend the staff highly enough, along with the friendly feel of the gym. It’s a great feeling to look forward to going to the gym.

Great experience and grateful to Core Principles team for their massive contribution in helping my journey towards achieving my ideal weight and weight loss. Their tailored personal training program and guidance has put me on path to weight loss, I am very happy on the outcome and looking forward to the journey ahead.

Friendly personalised atmosphere. First impression was the relative absence of intimidating machines, so comfortable from the beginning. The training focus seems to be to use fewer items of equipment but in different and innovative ways. Happy to keep coming.

I was really nervous to join a gym after many years away from weight training, but the team at Core Principles have been extremely supportive, encouraging and welcoming! I am very glad I took the plunge. Thank you, team!

If you tend to feel intimidated stepping into a gym, Core Principles is the place for you. Gene and his team of trainers are SO supportive and caring - always going the extra mile to help each member feel comfortable. It’s really a judgement-free zone. You can opt for personal training - which I’d recommend especially for newcomers or if you’re in a bit of a fitness/energy rut. My trainer Dhruv has been awesome - in the month of personal training, I’ve already seen a dramatic shift in my technique and strength. I feel so much stronger and more energised! Of course, you also have the gym membership option which is fantastic and so affordable. Aside from the awesome array of equipment, the timetable is set out in such a way that the gym is typically quiet and zen from 7pm onwards. A huge bonus esp after work! Local or otherwise, I cannot recommend Core Principles enough.

gene and his team are easily 'the best' fitness studio in town - with 5 star service and the highest standards in staff training and education members can be confident in getting a great result!

I chose Core Principles group fitness training as I thought it had a wide range and good mix of classes and offered the best value in what I was looking for. Fair to say it turned out to be a really good decision as the training is really of high level, and moreover I have become more consistent in my training by attending the weekly scheduled classes. The team is really welcoming and supportive, and challenges to do our best.

I have been training at Core Principles for a month. In this time my confidence and fitness have improved from zero to so much better! The trainers make it fun and are patient with me whilst I’m learning! Would recommend to anyone looking to improve there overall health and fitness even if your a beginner like me 😊

There is such a lovely, friendly environment at Core Principles! My trainer is the best…. She looks sweet but don’t be fooled she’s a machine! It’s an awesome gym and I’m so glad I joined.

Gene was very professional and knowledgeable. His personal training helped me achieve all of my goals. As a personal trainer he and his team are the best in Ivanhoe and beyond. I highly recommend checking him out. You won’t be disappointed.

Small classes, friendly people, gentle encouragement, feeling accomplished. Have been to lots of classes over the years, Core Principles offer such a positive experience - you should go.

Being a mature age woman I decided that I needed to focus on bone density and general strength and balance. I approached Core Principles and was introduced to Gene who understood my needs and created a personalised program for me to attain my goals. I have found Ryan to be a wonderful trainer - he is professional, he keeps me motivated, he has introduced my exercises “kindly” 😜 and is very friendly. We have a good laugh too! My 45 minutes flies by! I am very happy I found this little gem of a gym. Carol

Highly recommend these personal trainers in Melbourne

Great team, great location

It's been an extremely positive experience training under Gene at Core principles. Only a month in and already feeling the benefits. I should have done this years ago.