Rediscover the joy of movement
Step away from pressure and punishment. Train in a way that feels sustainable, empowering, and genuinely enjoyable.
Training that supports your life outside the gym
Fitness works best when it’s sustainable, intentional, and enjoyable — not driven by pressure or short-term trends.
At Ascend Fit, our classes are meticulously programmed in-house using progressive training methods so you can:
- Move confidently and sustainably
- Build strength that shows up outside the gym
- Enjoy movement again
- Train for adventure, longevity and real life
But great programming is only part of the equation.
You'll never be left to navigate things alone. You're guided and supported by qualified, professional coaches every step of the way, so you can thrive through all seasons of life.
Here's what happens when exercise feels good again
Meet Cherie
Meet Cherie
“Looking back on where I started and where I am now, it makes me super excited about where I’ll be in another year’s time.”
Meet AJ
Meet AJ
“I really enjoy training at Ascend Fit, and that enjoyment takes away the burden of "having" to train. It's just something I do now."
Meet Stephen
Meet Stephen
“What gets me out of bed every day is the understanding that investing in my health is an investment in my overall quality of life.”
Join the Ascend Fit community
New membersLocated in Glen Innes, 260 Apirana Avenue, Auckland
Founded in 2018 by Liam and Jess, Ascend Fit is so much more than a gym. It's a place where people rediscover strength, confidence, and joy in movement. We train for life, adventure, and capability.
Group Training
Group Training
Our group classes use evidence-based programming to help you build muscle and reduce body fat so you can live a fulfilling, active lifestyle.
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Personal Training
Personal Training
Are you on a mission to change your lifestyle or hit a specific goal? Face-to-face personal training gives you that extra kick of accountability.
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Event Training
Event Training
Step outside your comfort zone and put your training to the test. Join us at different local and national events – from trail running and OCR to Hyrox.
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Challenges
Challenges
We run a variety of individual and team-based challenges throughout the year, giving you a chance to check in and reset your fitness and lifestyle goals.
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Athletes Programme
Athletes Programme
We’re on a mission to help you unleash your inner athlete. Our Athlete’s Programme is all about helping you step outside your comfort zone.
Workshops
Workshops
For those that crave more knowledge and learning, we run workshops throughout the year – from nutrition to running and OCR technique.
The Ascend Fit philosophy
If you’re looking for a “quick fix” or “instant results”, we aren’t the gym for you.
Your health and fitness journey will have its ups and downs – especially when life throws you curve balls. Prioritising your health and fitness long-term is a choice – and we do everything we can to help make the journey fun, challenging, and rewarding.
Innovative programming
Well-designed workouts are our core focus.
We’ve spent years testing and refining our programming, so you can be sure you're getting the most out of every session.
Constant learning
Every body is unique.
That’s why we encourage our members to learn as much as they can about their bodies – it’s the only way to find out what works best for you.
Lifelong connections
Exercise is better with great people.
At Ascend Fit, you’ll find busy (but committed) people – just like you – doing their best to be a little bit better every day.
What our members say about Ascend Fit
What I love about Ascend Fit is the range of classes – they’re what make me want to work out regularly. You feel confident that the coaches are experienced and have studied their craft…and everybody is heard and looked after.
Sheila Fowlie
Member
Member
Ascend Fit is a great gym with incredible coaches and people. It doesn’t feel intimidating at all and is very encouraging no matter what your age or level of fitness is.
Anna Lawrence
Member
Member
I’m a huge fan of Ascend Fit - I love how it fits into my life easily and I’ve received some of the best training advice. I also feel the fittest and strongest I've ever felt and now have goals for the next 12 months.
Caroline Blair
Member
Member