Our mission
...is to help you live a life you love for as long as possible by inspiring you to find your fitness, regardless of your age, size, or ability.
A gym culture where everyone feels welcome
At ANT, we serve our community by delivering personalised strength and conditioning training through strategic programming, responsive coaching, and a combination of training styles and methodologies tailored to the individual.
We pride ourselves on creating a gym culture where everyone feels welcome and part of the community. Everybody is different, which is why our trainers take the time to get to know you, understand your needs, and help you work towards your personal fitness goals time and time again.
We are here to:
- Help you feel stronger
- Guide you with purpose
- Support you through every challenge
- And celebrate your progress every step of the way
Hey, I'm Gabriel
I've been a personal trainer since 2005, starting out in Brazil where I ran my own PT studio. I moved to Australia in 2010, and since 2013 I've been helping everyday people in Melbourne's west, especially those in their 30s, 40s, and 50s, get stronger, feel better, and train consistently.
In 2017, I opened Altona North Training (ANT), and since then we've helped hundreds of people in Altona North and surrounding areas build strength, confidence, and healthy habits.
I know life gets busy, fitness takes a back seat, and motivation comes and goes. That's why I've built a training space where real people can show up, train smart, and feel part of something.
- Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
- Strength and Conditioning coach, ASCA
- Business owner, dad, all about fitness and sport
Our mighty team
Our coaches are consistent and part of the ANT family. They have years of experience and a deep understanding of the science behind fitness, from strength training and cardiovascular fitness to nutrition, evidence-based insights and alternative health.
Gabriel
Personal trainer since 2005, Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, ASCA Strength and Conditioning coach. Opened ANT in 2017.
Chelsea
Part of the ANT family, coaching sessions across the week with a focus on technique, confidence and consistency.
Miguel
Coaches on the floor and runs the Breather recovery studio on site, with infrared sauna and compression therapy.
Nayara
Brings energy and care to every session, helping members of all ages and abilities get the most out of their training.
Anh
Strength-focused coaching with an eye for detail, keeping every member moving safely and progressing week to week.
Edge
Coaches strength and conditioning sessions with a calm, supportive approach that keeps the whole room moving.
Hear from our members
Hands down the best gym I have trained at. The coaches are extremely supportive, motivating and friendly. Wouldn't train elsewhere.
Could not recommend ANT highly enough. Huge thanks to the team for helping me smash my goals. Great facility and team. Would rate higher if I could.
Highly recommend. Big airy gym, with really friendly staff, who are really encouraging and deliver tough and continually changing workouts.
Love this place. Super supportive, welcoming and friendly environment to train. Great place to smash those calories!
Never thought I would enjoy setting a 5am alarm to go and train at 5.30am, but the sessions are great and make me feel amazing for the rest of the day. 10/10 recommend!
This place is truly a gem. As a family-owned gym, it has a welcoming, community feel that larger gyms just can't match. The small group fitness classes focus on functional, purposeful training that actually improves everyday life, and the expert advice and constant guidance make every session feel personal and motivating.
Never been to a gym before and feeling unfit I was nervous and apprehensive but the team at ANT are legends, everyone is welcoming and support you to get the best of your sessions. Couldn't recommend high enough, if you're on the fence, do it.
Great variety of sessions. Friendly and very helpful staff. Highly recommend.
ANT is a great family orientated gym. Trainers are fantastic and assist you in your workouts and know what you are capable of and how far you can push yourself. There is never a dull moment. Classes are different every day of the week. Wonderful place and you meet new people.
Incredible place to train, supportive, informative sessions that really push you. I am thoroughly enjoying being part of this community of people. Great class times to help balance work and life but also enables fitting in workouts much easier! I would highly recommend this gym family.
Just love coming to ANT for my workouts. Gabe and the team are always present, friendly and encouraging. The sessions are a great mix of strength and cardio with no workout the same.
Great place to train, with very understanding, supportive and accommodating trainers. Flexible class times, with a heap of variety making each class unique. Would recommend to anyone wanting to start at a gym, or looking for a different challenge or environment.
You feel welcome at ANT. No matter your age or body shape. The trainers take the time to explain the exercises and to make sure you don't hurt yourself. No big screen or those 30 seconds exercises.
I tried so many gyms but never stayed for long. I never fit the gym mould. I love Altona North Training. There is no judgement. And everyone celebrates your wins.
I love everything about it! The classes are really good, you always feel like you have done a workout when you leave. The trainers are super friendly and very helpful.
Supportive environment and great trainers!
By far the best atmosphere you could ask for from a gym experience, and when you back that up by trainers that are not just brilliant at encouraging you to push yourself and make a real difference, but really care and are super lovely humans. If you want a gym that helps you get the results you want and has a wonderful family vibe, this is the one for you! Highly recommended A++++
Start today. Thank yourself tomorrow.
Try ANT for 21 days and see if it's the right fit for you. No pressure, no lock-in, just coached strength and conditioning in Altona North.