Do I need to be fit before I start?

No. Many of our clients begin with little or no recent training experience. Your first session starts with a conversation, we assess where you are, understand your history, and build from there. There is no baseline requirement to train at AK Fitness. You just need to be willing to begin.

How is personal training different from the semi-private group sessions?

Personal training is fully private, just you and Amadu, with a programme built entirely around your individual goals, movement needs, and training history. Semi-private group training runs in a fixed pod of 4 people with the same coach and same group every week. Both options follow structured 8-week training blocks with progression tracking. The right choice depends on your goals and budget, we'll help you decide during your consultation.

How much does it cost?

The studio runs four classes a week and there are two cohort memberships. Connect is $145 per week and gives you any three of the four classes. Inspire is $180 per week and gives you all four, which works out to the lowest cost per session. Personal training is one-to-one with Armi and is priced in your free consultation, once we know how often and how long you want to train. It includes a full movement and fitness assessment, body measurements re-checked as you progress, a training programme for outside the studio, and support around the clock rather than only in session. Class packs are available for casual entry after a trial session, at $350 for five or $650 for ten. The first class is free for anyone wanting to experience the coaching environment before committing. Memberships run on fortnightly Stripe Direct Debit with 8 or 12-week commitments. See the full Pricing page for the timetable and add-ons.

What happens in the first session?

Your first session begins with a conversation. We discuss your goals, training history, any injuries or concerns, and what you want from coaching. We then move through a movement assessment to understand your current capacity. There is no pressure to perform, the goal of session one is clarity, not intensity.

Can I train if I have an injury or haven't exercised in a long time?

Yes. We regularly work with clients who are returning after injury, surgery, or long breaks from training. Sessions are adapted to your current physical state with a focus on movement quality, gradual progression, and building confidence safely. We work closely with physiotherapists where needed and can adjust programming at any point.

Where is the studio located and how do I get there?

AKFITNESS Studio is at 354 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121. We're accessible via the Bridge Road tram, and there is street parking available nearby. We serve clients from Richmond, Cremorne, South Yarra, Abbotsford, Collingwood, Hawthorn, and the Melbourne CBD.

What is the cancellation policy?

We require a minimum of 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule a session. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours notice are forfeited. This policy exists to protect the structure of your programme and respect the time of your coach. Life happens, we're human about genuine emergencies, but consistency is part of the process.

Do you offer online coaching?

Yes. AK Fitness offers online coaching through the Trainerize app for clients who cannot train in-studio regularly. Online coaching includes a personalised training programme, nutrition guidance, habit coaching, and direct communication via WhatsApp. Three programme tiers are available, Connect (8 weeks), Inspire (12 weeks), and Transform (12 months). Visit the Online Coaching page to learn more.

Is there a trial option before I commit to a programme?

Yes, and it is free. You can book a single trial class in one of our semi-private group training sessions at no cost. It gives you a firsthand experience of the coaching environment, the group dynamic, and the training quality before making any commitment. Classes cap at four people, so the spot is booked to a specific time rather than open-ended.

Do you work with older adults?

Yes, we have a dedicated Older Adults Personal Training programme for clients aged 60 and above. Sessions focus on functional strength, balance, joint mobility, fall prevention, and maintaining independence. Many of our older adult clients come to us from physiotherapy referrals or after periods of inactivity. The environment is calm, private, and completely free of pressure.

What is corporate wellbeing and is it right for my company?

AK Fitness delivers workplace wellbeing programmes for Melbourne businesses within 5km of Richmond. Programs range from single workshops ($750) to full annual partnerships ($24,000/year). They are designed for teams that want to reduce burnout, improve energy and focus, and build a healthier workplace culture. Visit our Corporate Wellbeing page or submit an enquiry to discuss what's right for your team.

How do I get started?

Book a free 30-minute consultation through the booking link on this site. We'll discuss your goals, answer any questions, and recommend the right training pathway. No commitment required for the consultation, just a conversation to see if we're the right fit.

Do I need to be fit before I start?

No. Many of our clients begin with little or no recent training experience. Your first session starts with a conversation, we assess where you are, understand your history, and build from there. There is no baseline requirement to train at AK Fitness. You just need to be willing to begin.

How is personal training different from the semi-private group sessions?

Personal training is fully private, just you and Amadu, with a programme built entirely around your individual goals, movement needs, and training history. Semi-private group training runs in a fixed pod of 4 people with the same coach and same group every week. Both options follow structured 8-week training blocks with progression tracking. The right choice depends on your goals and budget, we'll help you decide during your consultation.

How much does it cost?

The studio runs four classes a week and there are two cohort memberships. Connect is $145 per week and gives you any three of the four classes. Inspire is $180 per week and gives you all four, which works out to the lowest cost per session. Personal training is one-to-one with Armi and is priced in your free consultation, once we know how often and how long you want to train. It includes a full movement and fitness assessment, body measurements re-checked as you progress, a training programme for outside the studio, and support around the clock rather than only in session. Class packs are available for casual entry after a trial session, at $350 for five or $650 for ten. The first class is free for anyone wanting to experience the coaching environment before committing. Memberships run on fortnightly Stripe Direct Debit with 8 or 12-week commitments. See the full Pricing page for the timetable and add-ons.

What happens in the first session?

Your first session begins with a conversation. We discuss your goals, training history, any injuries or concerns, and what you want from coaching. We then move through a movement assessment to understand your current capacity. There is no pressure to perform, the goal of session one is clarity, not intensity.

Can I train if I have an injury or haven't exercised in a long time?

Yes. We regularly work with clients who are returning after injury, surgery, or long breaks from training. Sessions are adapted to your current physical state with a focus on movement quality, gradual progression, and building confidence safely. We work closely with physiotherapists where needed and can adjust programming at any point.

Where is the studio located and how do I get there?

AKFITNESS Studio is at 354 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121. We're accessible via the Bridge Road tram, and there is street parking available nearby. We serve clients from Richmond, Cremorne, South Yarra, Abbotsford, Collingwood, Hawthorn, and the Melbourne CBD.

What is the cancellation policy?

We require a minimum of 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule a session. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours notice are forfeited. This policy exists to protect the structure of your programme and respect the time of your coach. Life happens, we're human about genuine emergencies, but consistency is part of the process.

Do you offer online coaching?

Yes. AK Fitness offers online coaching through the Trainerize app for clients who cannot train in-studio regularly. Online coaching includes a personalised training programme, nutrition guidance, habit coaching, and direct communication via WhatsApp. Three programme tiers are available, Connect (8 weeks), Inspire (12 weeks), and Transform (12 months). Visit the Online Coaching page to learn more.

Is there a trial option before I commit to a programme?

Yes, and it is free. You can book a single trial class in one of our semi-private group training sessions at no cost. It gives you a firsthand experience of the coaching environment, the group dynamic, and the training quality before making any commitment. Classes cap at four people, so the spot is booked to a specific time rather than open-ended.

Do you work with older adults?

Yes, we have a dedicated Older Adults Personal Training programme for clients aged 60 and above. Sessions focus on functional strength, balance, joint mobility, fall prevention, and maintaining independence. Many of our older adult clients come to us from physiotherapy referrals or after periods of inactivity. The environment is calm, private, and completely free of pressure.

What is corporate wellbeing and is it right for my company?

AK Fitness delivers workplace wellbeing programmes for Melbourne businesses within 5km of Richmond. Programs range from single workshops ($750) to full annual partnerships ($24,000/year). They are designed for teams that want to reduce burnout, improve energy and focus, and build a healthier workplace culture. Visit our Corporate Wellbeing page or submit an enquiry to discuss what's right for your team.

How do I get started?

Book a free 30-minute consultation through the booking link on this site. We'll discuss your goals, answer any questions, and recommend the right training pathway. No commitment required for the consultation, just a conversation to see if we're the right fit.

Personal Training · Richmond

Train For Life.

Personal Training and Small Group Coaching built around your goals, your schedule, and your life, not extremes.

354 Bridge Road, Richmond

Years coaching: 10+Years coaching
Clients helped: 500+Clients helped
Google rating: 5.0Google rating
S&C coach: NPLS&C coach

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Amadu Koroma coaching a client on a walk outdoors near AK Fitness Studio, Richmond

Starts Monday 7 September · Four places

The Eight Week Start

Eight weeks with the same three classes a week, the same small group, and the same coach. Long enough to feel different. Short enough to commit to. This is a beginning you keep going from, not a challenge you finish and stop.

$290a fortnight, four payments

$1,160 in total, the same rate as our Connect membership. The assessments, the nutrition plan and the outside-studio programme are included rather than charged as extras.

Monday 7 September to Sunday 1 November 2026. Four places, because a pod holds four. When they are gone the next block starts in November.

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What the eight weeks includes

Three classes a week for eight weeks, in a locked pod of four
A full movement and fitness assessment before you start
The same assessment repeated at the end, so progress is measured, not felt
Body measurements at the start and the finish
A personalised nutrition plan built around how you actually eat
A training programme for the days you are not in the studio
The same coach and the same four people, every session
An end-of-block review and an honest next step, with no obligation to take it

What We Offer

Our Services

Choose the training option that fits your lifestyle and goals. All programs are designed for sustainable, long-term results.

One-on-one coaching.

Personal Training

45-minute sessions, fully programmed to your goals, movement needs, and training history. Includes comprehensive fitness assessment and body measurements.

Includes: 45-min Sessions · Fitness Assessment · Body Measurements · 8 & 12-Week Structured Blocks

Small group training.

Semi Private Group Training

Small Private group strength and conditioning in a fixed pod of 4 people. Same coach, same group, every week. Structured 8-week training blocks.

Includes: Fixed Pod of 4 · 8-Week Blocks · Periodised Programming · Progress Tracking

Whole-person coaching.

Whole-Person Coaching

Integrated coaching that combines strength training, mental wellbeing support, nutrition, and community, for people who want to build a stronger life, not just a stronger body. Adults 18+.

Includes: Strength Training · Mental Wellbeing · Nutrition · Community · Adults 18+

Class Packs

Casual entry point for people who've completed a trial session.

5-pack $350 · 10-pack $650. No locked spot.

Nutrition & Programming

Personalised nutrition plan and individual programming.

Extends the training experience beyond the studio.

FREE

Trial Class

A full Semi Private Group Training session, on us.

Come and see the room before you decide anything.

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Older Adults

Specialised programme focused on mobility and safety.

View Older Adults Programme→

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Youth & Teen

Strength, confidence and character for young people 11 to 18.

View Youth & Teen Programme→

Membership

Cohort training from $145 per week.

Cohort spots are capped at 4. Personal training is matched to your situation in a free consultation.

Connect

Inspire

Best Value

Every class, all four

$180/ week

Everything in Connect
Every class, every week, all four
The lowest cost per session

Personal Training

One to one with Armi

Let's talk

Full movement and fitness assessment
A training programme for outside the studio
Support around the clock, not just in session
Pricing discussed in your free consultation

The four classes

Monday6:45amEmpowered RiseStrength and conditioning
Tuesday6:00pmPrimal 7 UpperUpper body strength
Wednesday6:00amPrimal 7 LowerLower body strength
Saturday8:00amEmpowered SynergyConditioning

Four spots per class. Same coach, same group, every week.

See full pricing

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Don't just take our word for it, hear from the AKFITNESS community.

He's not just a fitness trainer, he's a true mentor in every sense. His support goes far beyond physical training; he's helped me build healthier daily rituals, improve my time management, and look after my mental wellbeing.

Google review

His approach to personal training is holistic and extends from diet, mental state, perspective, purpose and of course physical training. The impact his expertise has had on my life is priceless.

Google review

5.0 Rating

Based on Google Reviews

AKFITNESS Studio

354 Bridge Road, Richmond

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Client Stories

Who We Are

About AKFITNESS

Amadu Koroma

Founder & Head Coach

354 Bridge Road, Richmond

About AKFITNESS Studio

AKFITNESS Studio is a private, boutique strength and conditioning studio at 354 Bridge Road, Richmond, in the heart of Melbourne's inner east.

Founded by Amadu Koroma in 2015, the studio was built on one belief: that real progress comes from clarity, consistency, and compassion, not extreme protocols or generic plans.

We work with a deliberately small client base. Every person is known, every session has purpose, and every programme is built specifically around the individual.

10+

Years Experience

500+

Clients Helped

5.0

Google Rating

Our Community

AK Fitness Studio community Richmond Melbourne

The AKFITNESS Community

More than a gym, we're a family

The AKFITNESS Way

Our Approach

We believe fitness should support your life, not take it over.

At AKFITNESS Studio, we reject the "no pain, no gain" mentality. Instead, we focus on building sustainable fitness habits that you can maintain for life, not just for a few weeks.

Our approach is built on the understanding that real progress comes from consistency, not intensity. We'd rather see you training smart three times a week for years than burning out after a month of extreme workouts.

Every AKFITNESS program prioritises:

Movement quality over volume

Consistency over intensity

Recovery as part of progress

Sustainable habits over quick fixes

We don't believe in pushing you to exhaustion every session.

We don't believe in programs you can't sustain.

We don't believe in making fitness feel like punishment.

What we do believe in is building strength that supports your daily life, creating habits that stick, and helping you feel better, not just look better.

This isn't about quick transformations.
It's about building a body and lifestyle you can carry for life.

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Specialised Program

Older Adults Personal Training

Personalised training for older adults focused on mobility, safety, and long-term independence.

Book Free Consultation

Why This Program Exists

Many older adults want to move better, feel stronger, and stay independent, but they're not sure where to start. The fear of injury, uncertainty about what's safe, and bad experiences at commercial gyms often hold people back from taking that first step.

At AKFITNESS, we believe age should never be a barrier to feeling capable and confident in your body. Our Older Adults program was created specifically for people who want thoughtful, personalised training that respects where they are and builds from there.

Joint Pain & Stiffness

Low-impact movements that protect your joints while building strength

Balance & Stability

Exercises designed to improve coordination and prevent falls

Reduced Strength

Gradual progression to rebuild muscle and daily function

Confidence & Anxiety

A calm, private environment where you feel supported

Post-Rehabilitation

Safe transition from physiotherapy to independent movement

Returning After a Break

No judgment, just a fresh start at your own pace

Who This Is For

Our Older Adults program is designed for people who want to move better, feel stronger, and maintain independence, at any stage of life.

New to Exercise

Perhaps you've never had a regular fitness routine, or it's been decades since you were active. We'll start from where you are and build gradually, no prior experience needed.

Returning After Injury or Time Away

Life happens. Whether it's been months or years, we'll help you return to movement safely and rebuild your confidence step by step.

Wanting Better Balance & Strength

If you're noticing changes in your stability, energy, or ability to do daily tasks, we can help you regain control and feel more capable.

Prefer a Calm, Private Environment

No loud music, no crowded gym floors, no pressure. Just you, your coach, and a supportive space designed for focused, personalised training.

What We Focus On

Every session is designed around your needs, abilities, and goals, building strength, confidence, and independence over time.

Functional Strength

Building the muscle you need for daily life, getting up from chairs, carrying groceries, climbing stairs with ease.

Balance & Fall Prevention

Targeted exercises to improve stability, coordination, and confidence in your movement.

Joint Mobility

Gentle, controlled movements to improve flexibility and reduce stiffness without strain.

Posture & Alignment

Correcting imbalances and building awareness for better movement patterns in daily life.

Weight Loss

Sustainable approaches to healthy weight management through movement, nutrition guidance, and lifestyle changes.

Athletic Performance

Enhancing power, agility, and endurance for those who want to maintain or improve their athletic capabilities.

Sustainable Progress

Gradual, manageable improvements that stick, no quick fixes, just lasting change.

How Training Works

A simple, supportive process designed around your needs and comfort level.

Step 1

Free Consultation

We discuss your history, goals, concerns, and any health considerations in a relaxed, no-pressure conversation.

Step 2

Personalised Assessment

We evaluate your current movement, strength, and balance to create a baseline and identify priorities.

Step 3

Individual Program

Your training plan is built specifically for you, considering your abilities, limitations, and lifestyle.

Step 4

Ongoing Support

Regular one-on-one sessions with continuous adjustments as you progress, grow stronger, and gain confidence.

Start at Your Own Pace

There's no pressure, no rush, and no judgment, just a conversation about where you are and where you'd like to be. Book a free consultation and let's discuss how we can support your journey.

Book Free Consultation

Media & Insights

Fitness Conversations

Explore conversations about strength, fitness, and building a sustainable healthy lifestyle.

Listen & Subscribe

Spotify

Chat with Amadu of AK Fitness

Podbean

Fitness & Wellness Podcast

SoundCloud

Braybrook Live Interview

Health & Wellness Insights

The AKFITNESS Blog

Evidence-based articles on training, nutrition, recovery, and building a sustainable fitness lifestyle.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before getting started.

Still have questions?

Get in touch directly, we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

Book Free Consultation →

Get Started

Begin Your Journey

Book a free consultation. We'll understand where you are, and guide you to the right training pathway.

How It Works

Book your free consultation

We discuss your goals and assess your needs

We recommend the best training option

You start training with support and structure

Get In Touch

AKFITNESS Studio

354 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121

info@akfitness.com.au

0488 119 531

Ready to start?

Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and find the right training option for you.

Book Free Consultation

8 and 12-week structured programmes, designed for real, lasting progress.

Ready when you are.

Personal training. Small group sessions. Hybrid coaching. One conversation to find the right fit.

Book Free Consultation

Prefer to talk? Text Amadu directly on 0488 119 531.

No pressure. 8 and 12-week programmes, designed for real, lasting progress.

The Eight Week Start

$290a fortnight, four payments

$1,160 in total, the same rate as our Connect membership. The assessments, the nutrition plan and the outside-studio programme are included rather than charged as extras.

Monday 7 September to Sunday 1 November 2026. Four places, because a pod holds four. When they are gone the next block starts in November.

Claim a place

Train For Life.

The Eight Week Start

What the eight weeks includes

Our Services

Personal Training

Semi Private Group Training

Whole-Person Coaching

Class Packs

Nutrition & Programming

Trial Class

Older Adults

Youth & Teen

Cohort training from $145 per week.

Connect

Inspire

Personal Training

The four classes

What Our Clients Say

Client Stories

About AKFITNESS

About AKFITNESS Studio

Our Community

Our Approach

Older Adults Personal Training

Why This Program Exists

Joint Pain & Stiffness

Balance & Stability

Reduced Strength

Confidence & Anxiety

Post-Rehabilitation

Returning After a Break

Who This Is For

New to Exercise

Returning After Injury or Time Away

Wanting Better Balance & Strength

Prefer a Calm, Private Environment

What We Focus On

Functional Strength

Balance & Fall Prevention

Joint Mobility

Posture & Alignment

Weight Loss

Athletic Performance

Sustainable Progress

How Training Works

Free Consultation

Personalised Assessment

Individual Program

Ongoing Support

Start at Your Own Pace

Fitness Conversations

Featured Videos

In The Arena

Building Strength For Life

The AKFITNESS Approach

Listen & Subscribe

Spotify

Podbean

SoundCloud

The AKFITNESS Blog

Personal Trainer in Richmond, What to Actually Look For

Strength Training for South Yarra Professionals, How to Build It Into a Busy Life

Why Consistency Beats Intensity Every Time

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions?

Begin Your Journey

How It Works

Get In Touch

Ready to start?

Ready when you are.

Train For Life.

The Eight Week Start

What the eight weeks includes

Our Services

Personal Training

Semi Private Group Training

Whole-Person Coaching

Class Packs

Nutrition & Programming

Trial Class