Our story From Vision to Reality

Our story is one of determination, passion, and a shared commitment. The gym started in March of 2020, when Kieren Payne, the owner, was working part time at a gym in St Ives along with the Sydney Swans Academy. Unfortunately, due to COVID, the gym closed down, but when one door closes, another one opens. The very next day, over 50 members reached out to Kieren to see if he would run “bootcamp”-style sessions at a nearby park until the dust had settled. Kieren agreed and started running daily sessions for anyone who wanted to participate. Things have snowballed from there with commitments to equipment, indoor locations, and more trainers with areas of expertise. Our bootcamp sessions are designed to challenge and motivate you, providing a mix of high-intensity exercises.

We believe this is just the beginning for Altern8, and we have big ideas for the future. Our goal is to one day create a “one-stop shop” for anyone looking to improve their fitness, build strength and confidence, and avoid injury in the North Shore area of Sydney. Join our team and become part of the vibrant St Ives/North Shore community that’s all about pushing boundaries and achieving fitness goals together. We aim to do this by teaching people how to move safely and effectively to get the most out of each rep and gain results. We also aim to one day provide dietary and physiotherapy rehab services to encapsulate the holistic approach we take to fitness, strength, and life.