Sonny’s Gym

Sonny’s Gym is built around structured strength training rather than changing workouts from session to session. Its group classes are organised into training blocks, with key lifts repeated and developed over time. Coaches track weights, introduce benchmarks and adjust load, technique and intent during each session, giving members a clear view of what they are working towards. For people in Prahran and Melbourne’s inner south who want a more deliberate approach to training, that focus on measurable progress is the main point of difference.

The gym’s training method is divided into four named streams. Strong centres on lifting and progressive overload; Hybrid combines strength with conditioning such as running and sled work; Athletic uses team-based programming focused on speed and power; and Track develops aerobic capacity through equipment and running-based efforts. Members are paired with people at a similar level, so the group format is intended to feel coached and collaborative rather than anonymous. The website also describes one-hour sessions and programming that can be scaled for different starting points, including people returning to training or lacking confidence with strength exercises.

A 30-Day Roadmap provides a structured introduction, with four weeks of coached sessions and progress tracking rather than a longer lock-in commitment. The stated aim is to help new members understand the method, learn the key movements and decide whether the style suits them. It may appeal to experienced gym-goers who are tired of random workouts, as well as beginners who want guidance on form, loading and progression. The coaching team includes founder and head coach Sonny, lead coaches Rhys and Jordan, and strength coaches Courteney and Carla, with the site outlining experience across strength and personal training.

The atmosphere appears to be a significant part of the offering. Member feedback repeatedly points to welcoming coaches, encouragement and friendships, while the gym’s community programme has included charity sessions, social events, HYROX participation, performance weeks and a Saturday post-session Coffee Club. The facility has also had an upgrade involving new walls and flooring. This is a suitable option for solo members who want accountability and individual feedback within a group, or for friends who prefer training in a supportive shared environment. It is not presented as a family venue or a casual drop-in gym; its appeal is more specific to people who want coached, trackable strength and conditioning. The venue has a 5.0 Google rating from 72 reviews.