The Richmond Gym Story
Building Stronger, Healthier Lives - Together.
Building Stronger, Healthier Lives - Together.
Who Are We?
Our Mission is to Help You Build the Strongest Version of Yourself
Our Mission is to Help You Build the Strongest Version of Yourself
The Richmond Gym is a sanctuary for those who value health, sustainability and community over noise. We believe strength is the foundation of a life well-lived, and that the smartest way to build it is through elite sports science, world-class equipment, and a focused, ego-free community.
We have a vision to be the benchmark for elite-level strength and longevity in Melbourne, where science-backed methodology and premium coaching empower every individual to move with precision and build a body that lasts a lifetime
The Richmond Gym is a sanctuary for those who value health, sustainability and community over noise. We believe strength is the foundation of a life well-lived, and that the smartest way to build it is through elite sports science, world-class equipment, and a focused, ego-free community.
We have a vision to be the benchmark for elite-level strength and longevity in Melbourne, where science-backed methodology and premium coaching empower every individual to move with precision and build a body that lasts a lifetime
More than just a gym — we’re your fitness partner.
More than just a gym — we’re your fitness partner.
High-member Satisfaction
120+
Five-Star Reviews on Google
12,500+
Classes Completed by our Members
What We DO
Backed by Results.
Built for Community.
Backed by Results.
Built for Community.
Most fitness environments prioritise exhaustion. We prioritise evolution. Our philosophy is rooted in the same technical rigor applied to professional athletes, adapted for the needs of the modern, everyday person.
We bridge the gap between high-performance research and everyday health. Whether you are recovering from an injury, staying active for your sport, or simply investing in your future self, our goal is to help you move with autonomy and power for decades to come.
Most fitness environments prioritise exhaustion. We prioritise evolution. Our philosophy is rooted in the same technical rigor applied to professional athletes, adapted for the needs of the modern, everyday person.
We bridge the gap between high-performance research and everyday health. Whether you are recovering from an injury, staying active for your sport, or simply investing in your future self, our goal is to help you move with autonomy and power for decades to come.
What We Value
What We Value
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1. Strength for Longevity
4. No Ego's. Ever!
2. Precision Over Intensity
5. Intentional Progress
3. Evidence-Based Mastery
6. Strength through Community
1. Strength for Longevity
We don’t train for the short term or the next season; we train for the next four decades. Our focus is on building a body that is resilient, capable, and pain-free, ensuring that our members move as well at eighty as they do today.
2. Precision Over Intensity
Intensity has its place, but precision is our priority. We believe that every rep is an opportunity to refine technique. By mastering the mechanics of movement, we unlock greater performance and eliminate the risks of burnout or injury.
3. Evidence-Based Mastery
Our programming is rooted in the science of biomechanics and proven strength principles. We are students of human performance, committed to delivering results backed by data and anatomy.
4. No Ego's. Ever!
The Richmond Gym is a place of focus, not ego. We provide a premium, uncrowded environment where the work speaks for itself. We treat our craft with respect and our facility as a sanctuary for those serious about their progress.
5. Intentional Progress
Growth is never accidental; it is the result of deliberate practice and expert guidance. We encourage our members to be active participants in their journey, understanding the "why" behind every lift to foster true physical autonomy.
6. Strength through Community
While our training is individualized, our spirit is collective. We celebrate every milestone, knowing that as one of us gets stronger, we all move forward.
1. Strength for Longevity
We don’t train for the short term or the next season; we train for the next four decades. Our focus is on building a body that is resilient, capable, and pain-free, ensuring that our members move as well at eighty as they do today.
2. Precision Over Intensity
Intensity has its place, but precision is our priority. We believe that every rep is an opportunity to refine technique. By mastering the mechanics of movement, we unlock greater performance and eliminate the risks of burnout or injury.
3. Evidence-Based Mastery
Our programming is rooted in the science of biomechanics and proven strength principles. We are students of human performance, committed to delivering results backed by data and anatomy.
4. No Ego's. Ever!
The Richmond Gym is a place of focus, not ego. We provide a premium, uncrowded environment where the work speaks for itself. We treat our craft with respect and our facility as a sanctuary for those serious about their progress.
5. Intentional Progress
Growth is never accidental; it is the result of deliberate practice and expert guidance. We encourage our members to be active participants in their journey, understanding the "why" behind every lift to foster true physical autonomy.
6. Strength through Community
While our training is individualized, our spirit is collective. We celebrate every milestone, knowing that as one of us gets stronger, we all move forward.
Training Approach
Our Science-backed Training Methodology
Our Science-backed Training Methodology
Our approach is structured, sequenced, and entirely evidence-based. We remove the guesswork from training through a four-pillar system:
Our approach is structured, sequenced, and entirely evidence-based. We remove the guesswork from training through a four-pillar system:
Data & Science Driven Biomechanical Assessments
We begin by understanding how your body moves. By identifying restrictions and asymmetries, we build a foundation that prevents injury before it happens.
Scientific Periodisation
We don't do "random" workouts. Your training is programmed in cycles to ensure consistent progress, allowing for both high-effort strength blocks and essential recovery.
Technical Mastery
Every rep is an opportunity for refinement. Our coaches focus on the "why" behind the movement, ensuring you master the mechanics of your own body.
Tailored Coaching in Small Group Classes
With a maximum of 8 members per coach in each class, we give our members our undivided attention, so that we can assess their movement, biomechanics and technique individually.
Our Coaches
Meet Our Team of
World Champion Coaches
Meet Our Team of
World Champion Coaches
Whether you are rebuilding a foundation or pushing for a new personal best, our team provides the expert eyes and anatomical knowledge required to ensure every rep moves you closer to your goals.
Whether you are rebuilding a foundation or pushing for a new personal best, our team provides the expert eyes and anatomical knowledge required to ensure every rep moves you closer to your goals.
James Ross
Founder & Head Coach
Rhys Artridge
Head of Athlete Development
Sharif Long
Strength & Conditioning Coach
With a Double Master's in Exercise Science and 15+ years experience training strength athletes, James bridges the gap between expert research and hands-on coaching when it comes to achieving peak athletic performance.
James Ross
Founder & Head Coach
Rhys’ journey into high-performance coaching began as a competitive Alpine and Ski Cross racer. Having designed validated strength programs for National Team skiers, Paralympic athletes, and professional competitors across tennis and cricket, he now applies this high-performance architecture to The Richmond Gym.
Rhys Artridge
Head of Athlete Development
With over a decade of experience in the health and fitness industry, Sharif holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science. From training professional athletes looking to optimise performance, to individuals managing injuries or disabilities requiring structured and supportive rehabilitation
Sharif Long
Strength & Conditioning Coach
James Ross
Founder & Head Coach
With a Double Master's in Exercise Science and 15+ years experience training strength athletes, James bridges the gap between expert research and hands-on coaching when it comes to achieving peak athletic performance.
Rhys Artridge
Head of Athlete Development
Rhys’ journey into high-performance coaching began as a competitive Alpine and Ski Cross racer. Having designed validated strength programs for National Team skiers, Paralympic athletes, and professional competitors across tennis and cricket, he now applies this high-performance architecture to The Richmond Gym.
Sharif Long
Strength & Conditioning Coach
With over a decade of experience in the health and fitness industry, Sharif holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science. From training professional athletes looking to optimise performance, to individuals managing injuries or disabilities requiring structured and supportive rehabilitation
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD A STRONGER YOU
Book a free 45 minute class to start your transformation with The Richmond Gym
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD A STRONGER YOU
Book a free 45 minute session to start your transformation with The Richmond Gym