Cornerstone Strength & Conditioning Gym

Cornerstone is truly a unique gym and a rare gem. I have never felt so supported, challenged and safe within a community. Every single person is so kind and welcoming. The level system Cornerstone uses makes the workouts approachable leading to consistency and accomplishment. The coaches are incredible, knowledgeable and keep you accountable.I have never been a consistent gym goer until Cornerstone - do yourself a favour and try it!

I decided to join Cornerstone a year ago. I'd read through their website and blog, which sounded appealing. Lots of emphasis on treating people as individuals and inspiring and supporting each person to achieve their potential. Over the past 12 months I've been continually impressed with how hard the Cornerstone team works to deliver on these promises. The coaches are excellent - highly knowledgeable, supportive and skilled in working with people of varied abilities, ages, and goals. The programming is carefully designed to accommodate different levels and the classes have great camaraderie. Trying a new gym can be intimidating but I highly recommended Cornerstone as a welcoming place for anyone looking to improve their health, fitness and wellbeing.

Absolutely love this gym and the youth program. My 14 year old son joined to try to add some additional strength to help him qualify for nationals level swimming, which he achieved after a few months at Cornerstone. We wanted to make sure that he went somewhere where he could gain the skills and knowledge to incorporate strength training safely and without injury, and cornerstone has definitely met and exceeded those expectations. It has set him up for a lifetime of love for health and fitness. He loves the coaches and the support and friendships in the youth group. Since joining a few of his swim friends have also come across to cornerstone and are also very happy they found it. Very highly recommended from this happy family!

I joined Cornerstone in December 2022 after moving back to Newcastle after living in Sydney for 6 years.I have absolutely LOVED the gym ever since joining. The coaches are all fantastic - they truly get to know you and your abilities and are always so encouraging and supportive in the gym. In addition, the other Cornerstone members were so welcoming from Day 1 - my husband and I felt instantly part of the community and have made some great new friends since we joined.I have always loved exercise and have been specifically focussed on weight training over the last 5 years, but have seen the most significant improvements in my strength and also in my cardiovascular fitness and mobility in the last 5 months of training at Cornerstone. I've also loved challenging myself with learning new things (e.g. handstand holds, pistol squats) that I wouldn't normally have done at a regular commercial gym. The programming is excellent and targeted while also being really fun. If I am ever in a bad mood or have had a long day at work, I know that I'll feel better within the first 5 minutes of walking through Cornerstone's doors for a workout.In addition to great gym programming, coaches and people, I absolutely love the Saturday ice bath sessions (every fortnight) and Cornerstone's openness to bringing friends along to the Super Saturday classes from time to time. Also, nothing beats having a morning coffee with the gym crew out the back at Wild Vine after a solid workout. :)Shout out to Mike, Sam and all of the incredible coaches for creating such an awesome place.

Cornerstone has helped me with my strength & prehab. All the coaches are extremely welcoming - especially Em! The Coaches are encouraging & provide positive feedback. I definitely recommend the youth sessions at Cornerstone.

Cornerstone has improved my physical, mental and overall holistic health and I strongly recommend Cornerstone for anyone who wants to make a positive change in their lives.Before Cornerstone, I was someone who didn’t like working out and avoided the gym at all costs, making any excuse not to go. However, after joining Cornerstone I couldn’t get enough of it! The sense of community that is shared amongst the tribe is incredible and the knowledge and individualised care the coaches offer to all members is exceptional.Cornerstone is more than just a gym. It is a place where everyone can feel comfortable in their own skin and are celebrated for their achievements no matter how big or small. Joining Cornerstone was one of the best decisions of my life.

Both my teenage children attend the youth program and absolutely love it. They have really benefitted from the strengthening work at Cornerstone in their other sports. The instructors are very knowledgeable and engaging with the kids. Cornerstone have created a great space and community that promotes respect and a love of movement.

I had never done any strength and conditioning training before starting in August 2022 - I was definitely out of my comfort zone when I started. From day one, all of the trainers and gym goers made me feel welcome and like I belonged there. There are absolutely no posers at the gym and the staff make it easy for you to train to the level you're at. If you want to develop your strength and fitness and make new friends in a friendly neighbourhood gym - this is definitely the place to go!

Cornerstone is a great gym for beginners, experienced gym goers and youth.My son has been going to Cornerstone for a year now as part of their youth program and what a transformation we have seen in him both physically and mentally. Cornerstone have helped him achieve some physical goals and have also helped him gain confidence and a stronger belief in himself. He loves going to Cornerstone, as does my daughter who has also recently started.I have been going for a few months now and have always been accepted and well supported by not only the coaches but the members also. I have started to notice to some real changes in my strength and ability since starting. I definitely feel part of a community and really enjoy both my PT sessions and group classes.

Finding consistency in my gym routine has been a struggle - work and parenting often taking the priority. Cornerstone and it's amazing Coaches and Community vibe are the thing I needed to make workouts a priority. I'm finally building real strength and seeing shifts in my body that I wasn't achieving with other forms of exercise. Thank you for making it possible Cornerstone Crew!