Catalyst Strength (CS) is a training facility which caters for the competitive powerlifter, in all ranges of the experience spectrum. It also caters to gym trainees who are new to the sport and would like to give it a go, or simply work on the main barbell movements in pursuit of improving strength, muscle mass and wellbeing.
CS also caters for the recreational or competitive bodybuilder or those interested in improving their physique through muscle gain and fat loss through use of our wide range of equipment, as well as coaching and nutritional services.
CS is fully equipped with plenty of top of the line powerlifting equipment which is unavailable in most gyms. This includes two ER powerlifting combo racks, three deadlift platforms, three Rogue power racks, and thousands of kilograms of calibrated Rogue powerlifting plates as well as a multitude of other equipment relevant to improving strength and muscle mass.
We have a parking lot out the back, available for use for all members. You’ll also have a bag rack to store your lifting equipment, as well as a shower and plenty of toilets within the facility.
Above the equipment and the coaches, it has a supportive community with individuals eager to see each other achieve success in a common endeavor: to get stronger, both physically and mentally.
“A rising tide lifts all boats”.
Hire one of our coaches for one on one sessions within the gym. This can be as a one-off technique check up, or comprehensive coaching with multiple sessions per week or month, including a programme for you to do outside of coaching sessions.
Nutrition guidelines and/or macronutrient and calorie targets dependent on your goals. Also involves cardiovascular exercise prescription when the context is right.
These classes are run in eight week blocks, and you can attend three per
week. They last for 45 minutes to an hour. These are small classes
where you will get a lot of attention and focus from the coach, yet
still receive the support and comradery from a class atmosphere.
Generally, this will be broken into four weeks of learning the basics,
followed by four weeks of higher intensity training culminating in
strength testing in the final week.
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Our vision at Catalyst Strength is to improve the physical and mental strength of our members through a combination of uplifting community, excellent coaching, and state of the art equipment.
“A rising tide lifts all boats” is a quote we resonate with.
Plainly, a positive community with like-minded individuals seeking similar goals helps to elevate everyone to faster attainment of their goals, within an awesome atmosphere.
“Catalyst” parallels this, as our community is a catalyst for progress; i.e our community has the goal of causing members to reach their goals quicker.
Catalyst Strength is a non- intimidating environment with an open and welcoming atmosphere. It’s unique in that members can choose their own music on the iPad in the gym while they train. It is also dog friendly with the owner's resident gym dog who greets all members as family. It’s a non- intimidating environment and you are not confronted with a mirror image of yourself as soon as you walk in the door.. a safe, happy place for me which feels like a second home where I am accepted non judgmentally and unconditionally. Regardless of size, age, race, gender or socio-economic status, I have always felt accepted and respected by members and coaches alike the moment I started training at Catalyst gym. I have always been welcomed with a smile and have felt like a valued member of the gym family as I can be my true self without fear of judgement. The Catalyst coaching team are genuinely concerned for your wellbeing and listen to your concerns referring to the appropriate health professionals where needed. They are also happy to support and help with any training exercises where needed when they are available. Before I started with Jeremy from Catalyst, I thought strength training was all about "gym bros" and lifting heavier each time you trained. Catalyst showed me that it's about doing what's best for your body and focusing on technique rather than weight to minimize chance of injury. Regardless of how strong others are, Catalyst is a supportive, Inclusive community where all members celebrate others in their wins and support and comfort in their failures or struggles.
I feel safe and happy walking into Catalyst Strength, like I belong to a family. It’s a gym that is very accepting of anyone – newbie, intermediate, young or old. The vibe is supportive, casual and fun yet everyone around is working hard to progress and intentful with their goals. It doesn’t have huge egos or opinions like some other gym’s members, everyone’s fun and supportive. Catalyst is a community which supports and celebrates each other across the highs and lows that training as an athlete can throw at you. I chose Catalyst to support Jeremy in growing the lifting community in Hobart. Since then, it’s provided a safe place to train and become more confident in myself as a lifter without judging eyes. I’ve become a more consistent lifter over the years. You won’t regret it. Join!
When I first joined Catalyst Strength I felt overwhelmed and excited at the same time, it was a big positive change compared to a commercial gym in general and I feel much more motivated and supported. Catalyst has always made me feel respected. Everyone there makes me feel like I belong and included and I find this an encouraging environment to workout in. The gym’s different to most, it has a small supportive tight knit community with good vibes. I chose Catalyst due to the location being close to home and it also stood out as a more personalised smaller gym with state of the art equipment. Ever since joining Catalyst and getting coaching I have experienced a significant increase in strength and muscle gain from the in-depth training and precise nutrition plan. Ever since joining I felt the best motivation, discipline and enjoyment out of my training. Focussing on technique improved my lifts significantly. My coach Jeremy found many marginal gains that I wouldn't have picked up causing my strength in lifts to increase significantly. Catalyst Strength is much more than lifting weights, it means an inclusive family that welcomes me everytime making me feel included and excited to work out.
At first Jeremy from Catalyst was one of Hobart/Tassie's up and coming coaches primarily focusing on powerlifting. As time went on I came to realise the in-depth coaching I was receiving, with tailor made programs that target main training/fitness goals. I would never have become the powerlifter I am today nor have an understanding of why I do what I do when I train. Physically I have been my strongest when training under Catalyst. Mentally helping me realise I was probably overtraining and burning myself out before joining Catalyst. The largest impact I have seen is how peaking works and how applied to myself can help me achieve some of my best lifts. Bench frequency and volume goes up, so does your bench shockingly. Despite changing through different lifting stances and positions when lifting, Jeremy has been able to adapt and aid in those transitions and work with my body to get the most out of technique. Catalyst Strength as a gym is a dope ass powerlifting gym.Having someone there who is knowledgeable on your end goal and how to achieve it is so motivating so why not give it a go. I view strength training as a goal that I want to work towards. Far too often people place winning and constantly being top dog rather than just striving to break their own PB's and Catalyst helps achieve that.
