What Our Members Say
A few words from the people we’re proud to call Team Dominus!
Community Spirit
“The community spirit at Dominus is like nowhere else — it’s encouraging and infectious. Because of this I want to show up and go see my friends to train. I call it my “social” of the week. It never even enters my mind that attending the gym is a chore because I know I will have fun and get stronger at the same time. It’s win-win!”
Classes attended: Strongman, CrossFit
Motivation? We Got You.
“I love the atmosphere of training at Dominus and the wide variety of activities. I have never felt so motivated to attend and I have been using gyms fairly consistently for the last forty years. Since I fully retired I have been attending 3-5 times a week and really enjoy the atmosphere. There is always a friendly face and someone to chat to between sets.”
Classes attended: Strongman, Powerlifting, Yoga Stretch
Improving Personal Bests
“Since training at Dominus, I have achieved a 52.5kg snatch. I spent about 3 years before joining Dominus being stuck at 45kg and unable to improve my technique.”
Classes attended: Crossfit, MetCon, Weightlifting, Powerlifting
Unlocking New Abilities
“You’ll learn something new every time. And on any occasions you don’t learn something new… you’ll unlock a new strength or ability… the WODs [Workouts of the Day] where we’re just heads down and seeing what’s possible — the coaches make that happen.”
Classes attended: CrossFit, Strongman, Olympic Lifting
Supportive Coaches
“I initially wanted to try CrossFit because I've done CrossFit-type workouts but never had any coaching. I really needed direction of how to do certain lifts and all the gymnastics. I have felt really supported by coaches.”
Classes attended: MetCon, Weightlifting, Saturday Smash
An Inclusive Space
“Dominus, the people and the training, helped me finally overcome various eating disorders I’d struggled with all my life. The inclusivity of all body shapes, the general drive for everyone to improve their performance instead of exercising as a punishment for eating or a means to lose fat. It’s a super special place to me.”
Classes attended: CrossFit, Strongman, Olympic Lifting
Focused Workouts
“The programming at Dominus is clever. You get to do all the fun stuff, lift heavy, push to the limits on crazy workouts, but there’s also plenty of accessory work, great warm-ups and demonstrations of how you’re going to perform a movement. There’s a focus to what you’re doing.”
Classes attended: Crossfit, MetCon, Weightlifting, Powerlifting
Winning!
“Since joining Dominus I’ve improved my rowing to the point of winning a rowing WOD at Rainhill Trials competition, I achieved my first-ever handstand after a couple of months, and I can now back-squat more than my bodyweight!”
Classes attended: CrossFit, MetCon, Weightlifting, Saturday Smash
A Refreshing Mindset
“I chose Dominus for CrossFit because of the culture and the way Rich runs the gym. Dominus is able to promote being both competitive and kind. There is such a healthy and refreshing mindset at Dominus. Rich is very easygoing and genuine. I have never seen him or any of the coaches causing any negativity or tension in the gym.”
Classes attended: Crossfit, MetCon, Weightlifting, Powerlifting
Trying New Things
“I enjoy the mix of weight training and a sweaty workout and it has pushed me to try new things like all the gymnastics which I would have shied away from.”
Classes attended: CrossFit, MetCon, Weightlifting, Saturday Smash
Correcting Technique, Celebrating Success
“I’m proud of achieving a new deadlift personal best, squats past parallel, overhead squats and progressing with snatches when I thought I couldn’t do them. All the coaches are encouraging and they correct technique where needed and celebrate successes.”
Classes attended: CrossFit, Weightlifting, MetCon
Early Morning Buzz, Energy and Fun
“The things I like about training at Dominus are the variety of workouts, being supported to improve, and a community feel. I can't speak for other classes, but 6 am CrossFit has a great atmosphere a buzz and energy you don't expect at that time — and we all have a laugh as well.”
Classes attended: CrossFit, MetCon, Weightlifting, Saturday Smash
A Passion For What We Do
“Rich has been a phenomenal coach to me. He has so much knowledge and has not hesitated to be there when I’ve needed him. He really does lead the way and inspire me to keep going. I have also attended classes with John, See-ka and Frankii. Everyone is always happy, professional, thorough and the passion for what they all do shines through. Each have specific skills and use each other for advice which I also love because nobody is ever too proud to not learn.”
Classes attended: CrossFit, Strongman
Like Nowhere Else You’ve Trained
“I would encourage anyone to join Dominus because not only is there so much flexibility with the type of membership you can have, but because it really is like nowhere else you have ever trained. You won’t feel nervous or intimidated and I know I have made friends for life. The equipment and space is 5* and the events they hold are without doubt the best ones in the country!”
Classes attended: CrossFit, Strongman