I first joined Inner You at the beginning of 2022 after realising that the commercial gym environment just wasn’t working for me. At the time, I had very little confidence when it came to the gym. I felt embarrassed going to the gym, I wasn’t happy with the way I looked, and despite wanting things to change I felt like I wasn’t getting anywhere on my own.

I had seen other woman share their experiences of Inner You’s Girls Club on Instagram, and I absolutely loved the look of it and that gave me the confidence to try it for myself.

I still remember how welcome Michelle made me feel right from the beginning. There was never any judgement or intimidation, and for the first time I felt like I had found a space where I could actually feel comfortable while working towards my goals.

It’s now been over 4 years since I first joined Inner You and I can confidently say it has changed my life. Not only am I physically stronger, but the way I feel about myself, my confidence and my entire relationship with exercise has changed completely.

I currently do personal training sessions at Inner You with Michelle and still absolutely love the environment Michelle has created. She genuinely cares so much about the women she trains, notices and celebrates your progress, and has created a space where you can show up exactly where you are at and feel supported.

Looking back at the person who nervously joined in 2022, I am so glad I took that first step. Inner You has become so much more to me than simply a place to work out, and I couldn’t recommend Michelle and Inner You enough, especially to any woman who has ever felt like a traditional gym environment isn’t for them.

Joining Girls Club is one of the best things I've ever done. It's a super supportive environment and the coaching is unbelievable, you learn so much. As a complete beginner, I can't believe how far I've come in only a few months. It's something I look forward to every week, to strengthen my body and feel inspired by all the other baddie there ! Everyone is so inspiring. Michelle has created something really special and I'm so proud to be part of the community 🫶 Thank you for all of the incredible coaching and support!!

“I've been at Inner You for 3.5 years now, I've seen many eras of the gym over the years but the one thing that never changes is the love Michelle has for Inner You. She has always continued to evolve the gym to make it the safest place for women to reach their full potential. Being apart of inner you has taught me more then just strength training, I have learnt life skills I can carry into many aspects of my life.
I have never felt more welcomed into a space then when I joined Inner You, my achievements aren't just celebrated by Michelle but by the whole community that come here, Michelles vision is clear and genuine and that's what sticks out most to me about Inner You.”

“I’ve been an online client with Michelle for about 4 years now. I couldn’t recommend it enough. Being online gives me the flexibility and support I need especially when I work shift work as my training days change every week. Having my program set every week takes the stress out of thinking about what I’m going to be doing in the gym each week. I also compete as a powerlifter so having a coach with the knowledge and guidance with her first hand knowledge of being a lifter and also female is second to none. Support leading up-to each competition and then on the day, she goes above and beyond to see her clients achieve their goals. Love working with Michelle and the inner you family. ❤️”

I’ve been an online client of Michelle’s for approximately four years, and I honestly couldn’t recommend her enough. whether you’re interested in powerlifting, looking to get stronger, or simply don’t know where to start with your training.
When I first started with Michelle, my main goal was to build strength, and from day one she has helped me achieve exactly that. She is incredibly knowledgeable about what she does, but what I value most is that she genuinely listens. She takes the time to understand your goals, your individual circumstances and how you’re feeling, rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.

Over the past four years, Michelle has helped me build strength, confidence and consistency in the gym. Her coaching has given me the structure and guidance I needed while still making training feel achievable and sustainable.

But beyond the coaching itself, Michelle is genuinely inspiring. She leads by example and is an absolute strong queen! 💪👑 Watching her and learning from her has been a huge source of motivation for me over the years.

I have been going to Inner You for over 3 years now, and I couldn’t recommend it more. Michelle has taught me and given me so many things- powerlifting technique, confidence, new friends and the chance to be my authentic self. She is a kind, funny and motivating coach. You won’t regret signing up. The girls work hard and play hard.

I’ve been part of the Inner You community for almost three years now, and I absolutely love it. I originally joined for the Women’s Powerlifting, but what I found was so much more: a community of like-minded, fun, hardworking people — my people!

I train here four to five mornings a week, and there’s a core group of us who show up every morning to do our thing together. I’ve never been part of such a supportive community. Michelle and her coaches are always there for you, no matter what you want to achieve.

I recently moved to Hamilton and have been going to Inner You’s Girl's Club for a month now. The Girl’s Club is a brilliant concept and a great way to learn, get inspired, socialize, and be consistent with weight lifting. I cannot stress enough how great it is to walk into structured sessions where a knowledgeable and encouraging coach like Michelle is making sure you do things correctly while also facilitating an awesome vibe. Truly a priceless experience worth investing in.

Absolutely love Inner You Studio! 🩷 It’s such a comfortable and welcoming place, and everyone is so supportive and encouraging. It’s honestly such a great place to start if you’re new to the gym or don’t really know what you’re doing yet. The coach is amazing, so helpful and makes you feel really comfortable throughout the whole process. I’ve loved my experience so far and would definitely recommend it!

The best place to be !! If your into strength training, want to get into powerlifting or starting your fitness journey Inner You is where it’s at. The vibes and equipment are top tier!! Everyone is super welcoming and Michelle is the super supportive and over all such an awesome person. Also it feels like your in a night club with awesome pre workout and electrolyte slushy’s 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

I’ve been having the absolute time of my life!!! Inner you is such a positive and supportive environment for every type of person! From people who’ve never stepped foot in the gym to people that are comfortable but want to try something new and be challenged. I have loved the coaching from Michelle, Tyrah and Thomas! And girls club is so much fun! Love it here! Highly recommend to all!

I felt great positive energy from the atmosphere and people at Inner You. I entered the studio never having done gym / lifting. I left my first session feeling empowered and confident in myself. I was pleased to feel not only well supported but safe too. I recommend Inner You Studio to anyone wanting to experience strength in an uplifting environment.

5 ⭐️ no notes. Being a part of classes with the girlies and now training online with michelle is the best choice I made re strength building and goals. Michelle is an educated and approachable coach who always makes you feel supported and will push you when you need it 💅🏻 we love the strong girl community

I started a couple months ago with the Tauranga group, and have been loving the environment of different people who are all at different experiences with the gym and life coming together and creating a community. Also been loving the coaches, Michelle is always giving 110% effort into us and giving us all the knowledge and tips we need to always be improving. Cant wait to see where this all goes!!

Coming into it I was honestly pretty nervous but it has genuinely been one of the best things I’ve done for myself in such a long time. The community is like no other. I’ve felt so at peace being surrounded by such uplifting energy and the most amazing people. There’s honestly nothing quite like it 🤍

5 stars always!! Such a welcoming space to come and train. Everyone is always so friendly and welcoming, the equipment is top tier, and the coaches are super supportive. Michelle is absolutely amazing and I highly recommend her to everyone! Couldn’t recommend a better gym!

The best training space I’ve been in a while. Found Inner You on my FB feed. Got in touch with Michelle and before I knew it I was signed up 😁. Have absolutely loved training here. Currently training for my 2nd Powerlifting competition and I have found the perfect place to train for this. Michelle and Ocean are wonderful trainers and the atmosphere is next level. If you’re looking to get strong or learn to lift heavy you can’t go wrong here and bonus; you’ll be surrounded by strong supportive women.

In my opinion.. Inner You Studio is the BEST womens strength training gym. There are options for personal training, online coaching and group classes. The vibes are immaculate and everyone is so kind, supportive and inspirational. Female owned and operated too 👏

Inner You studio always feels welcoming, cozy but motivating! Michelle and her team provide a safe space for all walks of women’s lives xx