Best Wellness programs in Australia

Gwinganna is truly magical—if you’re considering booking a retreat, take this as your sign to do it! It had been on my to-do list for a long time, and when my husband booked it for me, I couldn’t have felt more recharged. The food was exceptional, with generous portions and high-quality ingredients. The staff were incredibly welcoming and made you feel like they had all the time in the world for you. From outdoor baths, pool days, and bush walks to steam rooms, massages, facials, and connecting with like-minded people, I can't wait to return!

As a 3-time visitor, I always keep coming back here for a reason - the service, atmosphere, knowledge and activities at Gwinganna have always been above and beyond. As a typically critical and stress-ridden person, Gwinganna has been one of my saving graces and I'm extremely grateful to know this place and the people who work for it. It is great for beginners of health retreats, and for the experienced. Definitely recommend.

I reached out to Kim after I was diagnosed with severe hypothyroidism at 35.

Even though I was placed on medication and my thyroid levels were back “within normal range” 6 months later, I felt little improvement from my symptoms. With my quality of life being very poor, my doctor & specialist didn’t know what to do with me.

Thankfully I found Kim, fearing that the debilitated state I was in, was my new normal. I started to realise that I needed to combine a holistic approach to understand & address my health on a deeper level.

Kim was understanding & thorough. She really got to know me, my situation and was reassuring that despite what I was being told, there were things we could do & that I would feel well again.

I appreciated that Kim focussed on various testing, working on treatment plans according to your results. Interestingly, I had a lot going on! And together we worked towards healing.

It’s nearly been a year since I called Kim for help & I can say that I have seen a vast improvement in my health and wellbeing. I have felt like my old self again and would hate to think where I would be without her expertise and support.

Kim really helped me through an extremely difficult health crisis. Thank you!!

Amazing place, I have had a full knee replacement and the workout/cycle is excellent for low impact. Jen is absolutely wonderful and so friendly. For someone like myself who hates gyms this place is awesome, you do not feel awkward or subconscious about body image at all. Definitely come try it out, you will love it!!!

I’ve found Vacufit to be a great low impact exercise alternative in a modern and fun environment. I’ve really enjoyed exploring the different machine / treatment options to enhance my fitness and fat loss goals. The owner is always helpful in providing assistance and advice. I focused on following the recommended program, coupled it with a balanced diet and started seeing and feeling great results in a couple of weeks.

Jen is amazing. So supportive. So much fun. So caring. Best exercise I have ever done. I am 31cms down.

I have been going to both the Southport and Burleigh studios. The sessions are great, effective and definitely work! I’ll continue to come back again for maintenance sessions or a few weeks prior to an event!
Thanks Jen and Carolyn!

I have been going to Vacufit on and off for a year now. I have always had great results. The environment is friendly and inclusive. You can chat or simply zone out whilst you work out.
Vacufit has not only improved my energy levels, cellulite and tone but it has also helped with my gut health.
Easy to do and 30mins well spent. Highly recommend.

I’ve been coming to vacufit - formally hypoxi - for many years, sometimes as part of my exercise routine and sometimes for quick pre-holiday results. I keep coming back as it works (even more so when I follow the port session instructions) and is perfect for time poor people. The studio is clean and very well run by Jen. For anyone thinking of giving it a go, I highly recommend.

Tamila was a wonderful instructor! She gave me a lot of confidence by holding my hands. She is amazing with a lovely smile. Of course, it was my first time to explore the ocean and suet a lot of cutie natures. ❤️

Absolutely amazing, this has been fantastic and it absolutely works. I’m 49 and have struggled with that menopause belly and shifting the weight. The results I have received from doing Vacufit has been amazing. It has really shifted my weight and the results speak for themselves. I highly recommend it I have lost 7.5cm from my stomach and a total of 30.90cm overall in just 8 weeks. I could not be happier and the Studio and staff are so encouraging and supportive loved it. Give it a go it’s worth it

Tamila was amazing! I’m so glad I picked her out of the many snorkelling experiences in Manly - I was worried about the breathing and swimming as it was my first time and she was so patient with me and by my side the whole time, was truly an amazing experience 🥰

I had a fantastic snorkelling experience with Tamilla on Wednesday morning. She has a great knowledge of life under the surface at the Marine Nature Reserve at Shelly Beach, Manly.
The photos she took are outstanding, and I look forward to getting them printed into a photo book.
Tamilla is such a friendly lady, and I can't recommend her highly enough of your wanting a snorkelling experience

I cannot recommend this experience more! Tamila is such a wonderful and warm guide, who is really passionate about the ocean and is keen to show it to others. I was a little bit nervous and it was my first time snorkeling, but she made us all really comfortable. It was a beautiful day and we saw a lot of fish in the marine reserve, the pictures and videos were also awesome.

Thanks a lot Tamila and I hope more people get to see what we saw on Shelley Beach and learn more about the underwater world!

Tamila was a great communicator, thoughtful and really cared about the sea, the animals and environment. She went above and beyond and was mindful about expectations and the capriciousness of wind and weather.

She wanted us to see lots, feel safe and have fun — and she delivered on all! I loved how she dove deep and wanted to ensure we got the best shots of the various fish and sea bottom.

If I could give her 6 stars - I totally would.

Tamila (the hostess) was absolutely fabulous with her explanation and guidance throughout the experience. Despite the challenging conditions, she managed to both keep everyone safe and display her expertise of local reserve.

Booked into the group tour today with Tamila and had an amazing experience! Tamila knew so much about the sea life and was a great guide to take us around the water. She picked the perfect time for us to go out weather wise, and was so helpful! Would highly recommend this tour if you are wanting to go snorkelling in Sydney

Kim is an amazing Naturopath. She has so much knowledge and is so kind hearted and caring.
I was bed ridden when I started seeing Kim. I am now up and about living a normal life again thanks to Kim.
I highly recommend seeing Kim for any health issues because she WILL be able to fix you.

I have been in and out of doctors and hospital for 3 years. No one knew was what was wrong with me, within 6 months of seeing Kim I finally have answers and on the road to healing. I am feeling amazing! Kim has drastically changed my life and I cannot recommend her enough <3

Absolutely loved NOFOMO and Lisa’s accomodation.

Brilliant workouts and the ease of 24/7, anytime workouts makes it easy with the kids.
Plus the added bonus of a kids play area to lock them away!

Couldn’t recommend more highly

There is nothing like snorkeling to get you in a Zen frame of mind! Excellent experience from start to finish. Tamila was responsive to my questions, gave thorough instructions before hand so I knew what to bring and where to go, etc. She also adjusted the snorkeling time to make sure we would get the most out of the experience (making sure weather/swell/tide were good). The guide, Jada, was lovely, the beach was beautiful, and the fish were plentiful. Of particular note are the small group sizes for this business: my tour had only 2 people. When we were finished I saw other companies had groups of 15+ and only 2 guides (you can see the huge group in my photo of the beach). Jada gave amazing recommendations for restaurants along the beautiful walk back to the Manley/Sydney ferry wharf.

Love going to Vacufit. Get a workout when you don’t feel you’re really working out. Trust me you still sweat. The results with Vacufit are fabulous. After 6 week I’ve lost 4 kgs my waist has shrunk I feel so much better. Jen is so wonderful & welcoming

Love NOFOMO
I have found my new home , The workouts are always great , I love that i don't have to think about anything i just come in smash out a 28 min workout everything has been done for me .. NOFOMO fits perfectly into my busy day that changes all the time it feels so good that no matter what i can always get a workout in NOT locked into a class time , but i can train within group training hours to have a Coach pushing me . The staff are amazing and always helpful and caring . MY kids love coming as well , as a busy mum being able to bring the little ones in, helps so much . Thank you NOFOMO for giving us busy people a place we never miss out on a workout :)

Kim was highly recommended by a friend of mine. I went to see her about my weight loss journey, which had been a long slow one. Kim recommended the metabolic balance diet - for the first time in many years, I have lost weight, Im full of energy and life just seems so much clearer. I have found Kim supportive and compassionate and always there to support me during this journey.

Highly recommond

When suffering perimenopausal symptoms including severe muscle soreness, bloating, lethargy & weight gain, I decided to visit a gyno who I had researched to be the top of her field with female hormone issues. Unfortunately I was told the only solution for me was to go on HRT (which I did not want to go on and told her as much), and to accept that I was at an age where weight gain was inevitable????? I tried the HRT for 6 months with zero benefit, so happily discontinued. I have also suffered for years with hypothyroidism, and several endocrinologists later still struggled with that as well. I was then referred by a friend to Kim, as she had exceptional health results through her.
After my initial consultation, which was extremely thorough, Kim confidently told me she could help. This was music to my ears, and though obviously a little sceptical after my previous experiences, I did everything Kim instructed. She is so passionate about helping you feel better, and I could not believe how fast I started to improve. Kim explained the importance of gut health, and also the fact that standard thyroid tests don't give the full picture. She also taught me about inflammation in my body, and how to manage it.
This review is overdue but I'm glad it is because over 12 months on and not only is my thyroid still in remission, but I have come out the other end with no more muscle pain, healthy weight loss and so much more energy. My review is backed up by friends, my son, and my sister who I also referred to Kim and all have achieved their health goals.
I highly recommend Kim for any health issues you are struggling with. She will find the root cause, not just medicate the symptoms!!

Absolutely love NOFOMO! The flexibility to drop in whenever I want for a quick and efficient workout is a game-changer. The fact that they have a designated area for kids to play while I'm working out makes it easy when I need to bring them along. I've been a loyal member since they first opened, and I'm impressed with how they continually introduce new changes to keep things fresh and exciting. The trainers are top-notch, always there to assist with proper form and pushing you to give it your all. What I appreciate the most is the hassle-free experience – the workout plan is right there on the app, so no overthinking, just straight into action.

Love the fact that the workout of the day is provided to me via the member app saving me time by not having to program my own workouts. I have the flexibility of being able to complete the workout in the studio at anytime of the day with 24/7 access. Staffed hours are great for the days I want a push from the trainers too.

I love the free kids zone (NOFOMO Nuggets). Kids are happy while I train. The daily programmed 30 minute workouts are perfect to fit into my daily schedule and take the guess work out of programming my workouts.

Awesome concept!

Have loved training with NOFOMO! I find is so motivating to work with trainers that get to know you, different work outs each day but still with so much flexibility to train on my own time! I don’t have to rush to make my workout which I LoVe! I am the fittest I have even been at 37 💪🏻

I've never enjoyed going to a gym until I joined NOFOMO. The trainers are amazing and the workouts really help you achieve your goals. I love this place!

Such a fun training environment! if you are looking to complete a fun filled, effective training class- this is your gym. You can come in and complete the session at your own time! funky gym with a really cool vibe.

Kim helped me to understand and alleviate the symptoms and causes of some chronic and severe GI issues very quickly and thoughtfully. Her practice is evidence based and considerate and I have recommended her to many family and friends. I have noticed a remarkable difference in my wellbeing, weight and overall health since consulting with Kim.

Kim was very educational with our initial consultation. The practise was very welcoming down in mornington. I felt very comfortable as soon as I walked through the door. Kim explained in detail alot of tell tale signs that I was insufficient in many areas of my body. She gave me clear suggestions on what foods and vitamins and supplements that I should be taking. I now have bone broth every morning and am starting to make the right choices with my nutrition intake. I'm looking forward to our next appointment once my hair test results come back so I can get back on track with my health and live a healthier lifestyle. Many thanks to Kim again and will be more than happy to recommend to anyone for natural remedies and naturopath consults 😀

Hi.
Since moving from Sydney to the Gold Coast I was very fortunate to have found Pilates at this Lovely Private Space
With Dee and Julian for over the past 2 years now
As I didn’t know many people and new to the area I really have been so lucky to now class them as Friends.
They and Their Studio is so welcoming
And Professional. Also they are both very accommodating and absolutely
A joy to be around each morning
I have had the pleasure of doing Private Classes regularly each week as well as group classes
My Body and Posture has improved immensely and as I am
In my 60 s now I continue to be flexable and any back and leg issues I have are being treated with care.
I always leave their Studio on a high
And always look forward to seeing them both
I feel that the difference in Julian and Dees Studio is the Personal Interest
They take in looking after each and every client. Also the mix of ages and
Lovely relaxed feeling we all get when we’re there makes a person feel like part of a family
I intend to be there for as long as I can and just so happy I found their Studio
It really is one of a kind and rare to find these days
Big Thanks to them both. Viv 😀🙏

Since being at Pilates Pad from the beginning I have never been so fit and toned. Every session is a great overall body workout targeting core strength, balance and mobility which is so important with being in my mid 50’s. The instructors are always teaching us the correct technique for every exercise to get the best results and remain injury free. Davina, Julian and Dani are so genuine and really care about my progress. I always look forward to going to my sessions throughout the week and it is now a lifestyle that I can continue throughout my life. I’m so thankful I have found The Pilates Pad!

Best Pilates studio I have ever been to!
I have noticed such a huge improvement with my core strength, body toning and over all posture.
Davina, Julian the owners & Dani are such fantastic instructors always pushing you to you to your limits physically.
The instructors are all very knowledgeable with technique correcting you throughout the session so the correct muscles are targeted.
Overall The Pilates Pad has such an amazing vibe, everyone’s always so welcoming and friendly!
Couldn’t recommend more!

I have been going to The Pilates Pad for over 4 years now and absolutely love it! The instructors are amazing, with such great attention to technique. It has also helped my back pain immensely and I look forward to my classes every week. Thanks Dee & Jules!

I found Kim online as I was interested in the Metabolic Balance program to regain energy after a near adrenal crash after years of juggling pregnancies, young children and work.

I spoke to a few practitioners before proceeding with Kim as I was able to get a really good feel from the free 10 min consult we had over the phone.

Kim has a remarkable way of looking holistically at the health of clients to regain and maintain health using scientific processes and a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of naturopathy.

I have felt safe and supported in my journey to regain my health with Kim and highly recommend her as a Naturopath and Metabolic Balance practitioner.

The team at The Pilates Pad are 10 out of 10! I started with them at 22 weeks pregnant and Jules and Davina seamlessly modified proper exercise so suit my needs and rapidly changing body. I was able to continue with both group and private classes until 3 days before my baby was born. I felt well, strong and I'm convinced that practicing pilates during pregnancy has made the pregnancy niggles minimal and the recovery faster.

I can't thank you enough for safely looking after me and my bump these past 5 months! You guys rock and I highly recommend for anyone expecting to do yourself a favour and pop in for a fun, upbeat class.

A thousand thank yous!

Tegan

I have been attending classes at the Pilates Pad for over 6 months now.
The moment I walked in I felt an extra sense of care, given especially from all of the teachers and owners Davina and Julian.
I never have an issue with getting into classes, the workouts are always challenging, and the studio has a nice atmosphere.
Keep up the great work :)

Very impressed with the Pilates Pad! I have only been going a few weeks- but I've had classes with owners Julian and Davina. Their attention to detail and fun classes are amazing. The studio is welcoming and very clean. I also really enjoy the smaller class sizes. It means I can really focus on and improve my technique. I will be recommending this place to all my friends!

The best Pilates class I’ve ever done! The instructors are extremely experienced and really strive to help you achieve great results. After 2-3 classes per week and 2 weeks in, I noticed results and felt so much stronger in my core! Highly recommend.

I always look forward to Luke’s class every week, and I have been training with him for years. He pushes you hard when he can but it’s all for your own benefit, he is definitely a great trainer!
Highly recommended for anyone (all levels of fitness).

This is hands down the best boxing/fitness class in the park. Luke tailors the class to your ability. The classes are friendly and effective and as an instructor Luke is a professional with years of experience under his belt.

Luke is a great and supportive trainer. His corporate classes are a lot of fun and my strength, fitness and motivation has really improved, after just a few weeks! Would highly recommend Luke's classes to everyone, no matter what your fitness level is.

Luke’s boxing classes are fantastic- challenging but also fun. It’s been a very motivating experience coming along to class and I have found i am fitter, more energetic and less stressed. He also takes the time to cater to all levels and help improve your technique.

Great group of people to train with... Luke is an awesome trainer and sessions are focused on making exercise interesting and helping each member reach their fitness goals. I've never been fitter or stronger than when training with Box Class

Luke is a fantastic trainer able to cater to all fitness levels. Always love coming to the classes. Love the different range of exercises and particularly enjoying learning good form/technique when boxing.

A fun way to sweat and work out - not to mention the beautiful surroundings! Luke is an awesome trainer that tailors the sessions to each individual person's ability and fitness levels. Get involved, highly recommend!

Luke's classes are awesome. I have been doing them for 2 years now and my fitness and body strength has really improved. I would highly recommend the classes to anyone