I'll preface this with the fact that I am not a gym person at all and was living a pretty sedentary life when I decided to trial a Brazilian Jujitsu class at Ward's Gym. With no idea what it would be like, despite having done Tae kwon do in the past, I was very surprised to find myself loving a grappling sport and LOVING Ward's Gym. If you hate big box gyms, people watching themselves working out in front of mirrors and people being passive aggression over machines Ward's Gym is for you. The staff and owners are so incredibly lovely and supportive and that culture rubs off on everyone that goes there. It is an accepting and warm environment that always makes me feel better than I did when I walked in. Nearly two years on I'm there every chance I get. I want to go when I'm sick, injured and even early Sunday mornings. If you've been thinking about self defense, martial arts or just a COMPLETELY UNBORING workout Ward's Jujitsu is amazing. The addition of Ward's remedial massage on site is also 10/10 fantastic. Kimba is an amazing masseuse and has such a fantastic understanding of sports injury and my hyper extension so always helps me work out those well earned knots and directs me toward better health. Richmond locals and even those who don't live nearby, check this place out you won't regret it!

Welcoming & supportive space for all. Love the bjj classes & family vibes. Great range of classes for levels of fitness.

Wards offers the best of both worlds: workouts that see you improve, and an environment that makes you want to come back again and again. The team are all extremely knowledgeable and accommodate people of all levels; from the absolutely newbie to the seasoned pro. You cannot go wrong at Wards.

I really like this gym. Coaches are excellent, both in terms of knowledge and approachability. They also have a really good community. Space is huge, heaps of equipment yada, yada, yada. Great gym.

Ward’s Gym Richmond is fantastic. A friendly, welcoming gym environment with great trainers! The HIT classes are challenging but fun. The trainers and other members are all genuinely encouraging, there’s no judgement and it’s not intimidating at all, everyone can work to their own level. Come along and check it out!

Great people, good training

Great gym with great people. Heaps of variety in classes for all levels, highly recommend!

Really good atmosphere! We all get started for the training, but we all get hooked on the community. The programming here has an excellent blend of beginner to advanced, always allowing for newcomers to practice the same workouts while scaling down some of the more advanced movements. But also Really digging in on the technical aspects of all crossfit movements

Wards gym in Richmond has some of the best trainers I've encountered throughout my journey in fitness. The facilities, quality of training routines, level of commitment to clients and overall friendliness of all who attend make this gym ideal for all. Really happy to have joined the crew here and can say I'll be seeing results sooner rather than later.

Great place for personal training sessions and crossfit classes - having been going for years now! Each crossfit class offers something different for you to try out or improve something you already familar with. Its a great challenge to your fitness and you certainly feel a bit stronger with every session. The friendly staff are approachable and so its great for beginners that are curious about starting up or those looking to switch things up.

Friendly gym, knowledgeable coaches, great equipment, good parking options.

I started at Ward’s gym after having my second child and I’ve never been fitter in my life. They cater to all fitness levels and push you the right amount to get results over time. The trainers always plan the classes so they are challenging and different each time. I’ve also met some great people there so has become more than just exercise. Would highly recommend for anyone starting their fitness journey or wanting to take it to the next level.

You can easily be scared off by the thought of a CrossFit gym but walking into Ward's will take that fear away. The owners and coaches are legends - approachable and friendly, and have created a great community. Being quite new to CrossFit, it's awesome to be able to learn technique and form properly in classes designed for beginners and not feel silly amongst those who have been doing it for ages! Great referral program too!

The Best gym with Quality service and wide area for all types of Exercises......

A lovely, family oriented gym. You feel right at home from day 1 thanks to the kind and supportive staff, who meet you at your fitness level. You notice results so fast and feel much better in your body, as I felt after their Mums & Bubs classes. Many thanks Team

Ward’s gym is fantastic … extremely professional, encouraging and motivating. The trainers work hard to stretch you individually in a group environment. The facilities and equipment are brilliant and clean!! It is the best gym experience I have ever had … everyone feels welcome and is encouraged to reach their own health and fitness goals.

I really enjoy working out at Wards Gym. The ladies in the 50+ Class are all friendly and encouraging. The classes are well run and appropriate and there are always options and clear demonstrations so all participants can safely complete the class as well as get the best workout. I would recommend this group to both those starting their fitness journey as well as experienced exercisers

Ward's Gym have made me feel very welcome from the second I walked through the doors. I was brand new to crossfit and gymnastics but I am now completing exercises I never thought possible. They have an incredible amount of versatility spread across all the different sessions that they provide, from powerlifiting, gymnastics, mums and bubs, 50+ and of course beginner to advanced crossfit. They have put my membership on hold when I was on holidays without any fuss and also catered to a small soft tissue injury I suffered by changing programs so I could still train. The instructors explain things very well and put correct form above all else. The vibe is relaxed, the sessions are fun but extremely challenging. There are no mirrors, no heroes and everybody makes you feel comfortable with whatever the stage you are at in your fitness journey. I highly recommend Ward's gym.

Ward's gym in Richmond is great! Great location and fantastic trainers. Very welcoming environment that suits people of all fitness levels. Plenty of variety in the workouts and the knowledgeable trainers will make sure you are supported and doing each movement correctly. Highly recommend to anyone!

Been a member for Wards for approx a year and half. Primarily focusing on the weightlifting classes. Having never done the snatch/ clean and jerk, I found Wards incredibly welcoming, fun and positive. Can't speak highly enough of the coaches they constantly give great feedback and have the ability to scale to the lifters experience. This extends to the members, everyone’s really friendly, positive and willing to help. Whilst weightlifting is incredibly humbling, the feedback from the coaches and programming make sure you always leave a little bit better than you arrived. Would definitely recommend Wards if you wanna kick goals or just have a blast.

Wards gym in Richmond is the best gym I have ever been to. Walking in with little to no exercise for over a year to say I was nervous was an understantment! The Ward guys and coaches make you feel so comfortable and welcome as soon as you walk in the door. The classes are different every single day which means you never get board and everyone who goes there is so friendly..It's more like a big family than a daily grind gym. I have never stuck to the same gym for over a year but at Wards I can't ever imagine leaving. Do yourself a favour and don't go anywhere else.