Elite 818

Best thing I ever did for myself was signing up to Elite 818. Without sounding cheesy, I really wanted to make some changes in my world and this has been the kickstart I needed. Conan and Saalia are amazing at what they do and they genuinely care about getting people healthy, happy and on the right track to reach their individual goals and successes. I never thought I would enjoy going to the gym!

What a fantastic facility! I’m a CrossFitter staying in Port Douglas for a month and wanted to find somewhere to keep me on track with training whilst here. Conan was very welcoming and took care to find out exactly what my goals were. The coach (Helene) and members were so friendly and welcoming when I joined the class and the workout was great. Looking forward to coming back for my next class.

I have never considered myself a gym person, but that has changed in the last few months I've been attending Elite 818. Conan and his team provide an excellent, supportive environment where you can ask questions and just give it a go. Don't worry if it seems hard at first - give it a chance, give it time, keep turning up. You can take things at your own pace but will still benefit from the trainer's encouragement and attention. The collective knowledge of staff Conan, Saalia and Helene on fitness, strength and nutrition is exceptional. In just 8 weeks, I've gained strength, lost weight and most of all, gained confidence and a strange joy in lifting weights. Hard to explain, I'm surprised myself, but there you go. I thoroughly recommend this gym and encourage all to try it. I'm just an average person, not buff, not skinny, not a gym bunny, and I love it. This place is for everyone keen to improve the quality of their lives.

The best gym ever!! I have so much more confidence in myself and have more muscle then I have in years thanks to Conan and saalia for being such amazing coaches they keep you motivated and make it enjoyable as I don’t usually like doing things in groups but they make it such a comfortable place to just be yourself and do your thing

The atmosphere at Elite 818 is uplifting, inclusive and inspiring. I’ve never had a better support crew to check in with me and hold such a positive space for growth…both mentally and physically. Conan is a solid coach who gets straight to the core of what you need and keeps it real. I really value his no bullsh*t approach to calling things out but equally celebrating success.

I’ve been going to Elite818 gym for 12 weeks and I love it. Awesome people and awesome gym.Cohan is great, whether it be to help with technique, encouragement to keep going, advice on nutrition or a chat about what’s going on in your head!Physically and mentally I feel so much healthier and happier!I’d never done group fitness classes before and was nervous I wouldn’t be able to keep up but the way a class is set up it works for everyone.

Thought I was joining a gym but ended up joining a beautiful community full of people supporting each other to reach goals! Conan and Saalia are always available to coach me through life and have helped me achieve so much in such a short amount of time! So happy I joined Elite it really is the best decision I have made since moving to Port Douglas!

Had a great experience with Conan & Saalia at Eltite 818, went here during my holidays for a workout. Good session timings, great mix of cardio, strength and endurance training. Place had a great vibe and Conan is a excellent coach. Would highly recommend these guys for some HIIT if your up in Port Douglas. Wish you guys well!

Amazing!Life changing… not just a place to go and work out. A holistic journey that is so supportive and beneficial on so many levels.Such a fun, high energy environment, you’ll receive first class genuine care in such an inclusive environment for all abilities.I highly recommend.You won’t regret it!Blessed with the best at Elite 818

Before joining Elite818 in September 2022, I had never joined a gym or done a fitness class. In fact, outside of excessive amounts of walking, I never had much interest in actually building a rigorous exercise habit, even though I knew intellectually of course that exercise was transformative for the body, mind, and spirit. I couldn’t quite get how people enjoy it and was quite intimidated by the prospect of even walking into a gym.But on Day One of The Six Week challenge, as I signed up for the gym for the first time in my entire life, the gym intimidation wall soon fell very quickly. What I was greeted with was a warm welcoming community, fun structured fitness classes, a beautiful open gym, and, of course, the magic of Conan and Saalia. The Elite818 husband and wife duo, ever the consummate professionals, masters in their craft, deeply care about their clients, in whatever shape or stage of their fitness journey they are on. Above and beyond feels like an understatement frankly.As I reflect on my journey now seven months in, I am filled with a deep well of emotion that I struggle to put my heartfelt gratitude into words. Not only do I have exercise habits built into me now, but I truly love the journey of exercise + strength training that I am now walking down - for life. All thanks to Conan and Saalia’s little nexus of human transformation they have created here in Port Douglas. They have truly changed my life. From regular classes to coaching chats to five highs, to ice baths, to an awesome positive community; it all comes together to create a flowing brew of Elite818’s magic. I could write a huge list of all the other little things, but I say come in and experience the Elite818's alchemy for yourself.I’d recommend Elite 818 for everyone- whether you are here on a holiday looking for a class or two, or a local looking for a place for regular training, Elite 818 is the place to be. To anyone reading this, who like myself may have never been to a gym before and may find it intimidating, I get it. But what you may find may surprise you, and like me, change the trajectory of your life.Love you Conan and Saalia.