Build body trust + strength, dump diet culture + say goodbye to gym anxiety !
Hey, you beautiful human!
Welcome - I’m Chloe -Founder + Head Coach
I started The SCS in 2018 after struggling to find a place to move that made me feel safe, gave me options & had a friendly supportive community.
So I made it for myself first!
My mission is to help you build body trust, get strong + find a movement routine that lights you up.
You don’t have to do it alone -join our kind, supportive community + feel freaking amazing.
No mirrors, no ego lifting + LGBTQIA+ affirming.
Our motto is ‘Move for your mind first - and the rest will follow!’
Can’t wait to meet you!
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In 2012 I completed a clinical pilot trial at Newcastle University called “Healthy Bodies, Healthy minds”. It was an exercise physiology program for women w/depression. We did strength training & conditioning 3 x per week. I was a broke uni student & we got gift cards for attending - sign me up!
What I was NOT prepared for was for it to literally CHANGE MY LIFE!😳 How have I gone my entire life never being taught how to get stronger? Why as a woman have I never been taught this?
I learnt how to weight lift, mobilise, how to use all the gym equipment and it was like a veil had lifted. I never knew how AMAZING my body and mind could feel from regular exercise…
How have I gone my entire life never being taught how to get stronger?
Why as a woman have I never been taught this?
I learnt how to weight lift, mobilise, how to use all the gym equipment and it was like a veil had lifted.I
I never knew how AMAZING my body and mind could feel from regular exercise…
I was able to move through my depression & anxiety through movement. I had another tool in my toolkit that I could use whenever I needed it (alongside psychology and meds).
And so I harassed Adri our trainer with every single question I could!
How do you use a barbell?
What’s a deadlift?
What is a core exercise?
What do reps & sets mean?
How do I do single leg exercises?
Luckily Adri had all the answers & one day planted the seed “have you ever thought of going into training or exercise physiology?”I laughed at her suggestion.
But years later my life imploded - I was bed bound w/ migraine & endometriosis for 2 years. Every part of me screamed to be able to move- to feel strong! To feel capable!
My mental health took a turn for the worst & I’m very lucky to still be here today. Then we moved house & I found my old training journal from Adri & it inspired me to consider teaching in a different way.
Surely there were women like me who needed access to fitness? Who didn’t feel like they belonged at mainstream gyms? Who wanted to feel strong but were terrified of the grunting gym bros & mean girl culture?
So I became a PT in 2017. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done (post 2 years bedbound!) I was the slowest one there 🤪
But I did it! And that’s how The SCS was born!
Chloe x
Are we a good fit for you?
Health At Every Size + Weight Inclusive
We work from a weight-neutral POV + recognise that bodies are inherently diverse + come in a variety of shapes & sizes!
Instead of focusing on dieting + weight-loss - we focus on helping you build a relationship with movement that will set you up for success long term- whether you love a good sweat or need something gentle.
A space free of mirrors, gym-bros + diet culture
We will never suggest that you pursue means to alter, fix, shrink or change your body.
No toxic ego lifting, grunting or mirrors - so you can experiment with movement, lifting, technique without fear of judgement & pressure to move for aesthetics.
Build Body trust + strength
We are committed to helping you learn the how + why of movement.
Our biggest priority is educating our sisterhood on movement patterns, correct technique + find what works for their unique body. We measure small victories, how safe + confident you feel - not your body shape or size (that’s SO 2002!)
We have weight-lifting, dance, pilates (mat + barre), boxing, mobility + yoga for you to get your endorphin fix!
Hear what our sisterhood thinks…
Meet Stevi
Meet Hannah
Meet SONIA
Meet Kristy
Ready to get started?
*side effects include feeling fantastic + getting strong
21 days of self care
$75 - unlimited classes
Unlimited access to strength training, boxing, yoga, dance + pilates over 21 days for $75.
Explore our classes that will build strength + leave you feeling accomplished!
What do you receive?
Welcome call with Chloe or Becky - our SCS head team ;)
Tour of our studio
A planner to help you plan out your trial + feel accomplished
Supportive + encouraging teachers
Access to our member goodies - on-demand library & open gym
A kind + supportive community that wants to see you thrive!
Want to chat to a coach before you start?
How to get started
Book a call through the calendar below (10 mins)
Book in a video call to chat to one of our trainers and see if we're a good fit to support you with your fitness!
2. sign up for your intro trial
Three weeks of unlimited classes + open gym for $75 - the perfect opportunity to dip your toe in and try out our classes!
3. Choose your membership
We've got lots of options to fit different budgets and schedules - choose the membership that's the best fit for you to move for your mind with us