About Us
828 Fitness Huntly is a proud, family-run business owned by Luressa and Iain Macdonald. Iain is a full-time New Zealand Firefighter, while Luressa dedicates herself full-time to running 828 Fitness. Their daughters, Tamieka and Jade, are also actively involved in the day-to-day operations, making 828 Fitness truly a family affair.
Health, fitness, and overall wellbeing have always been at the heart of the Macdonald family’s lifestyle. These values have not only shaped their own lives but have been lovingly passed on to their daughters. Together, they are passionate about creating a positive, supportive space where others can improve their health and feel part of a welcoming community.
As long-time residents of Huntly, Luressa and Iain are deeply committed to their town. It’s a privilege for their family to provide a fitness hub that brings people together, promotes healthy living, and strengthens community connections.
Whether you’re taking your first steps on a fitness journey or looking for a place to challenge yourself, you’ll find a supportive and family-friendly environment waiting for you at 828 Fitness Huntly.
Our Mission
Our mission at 828 Fitness is to offer a high-quality fitness facility that provides a friendly, motivating, inclusive and supportive environment for EVERYONE.
We want our space to become your space by providing a positive aspirational workout environment , a place where being active is enjoyable, where you can feel inspired and motivated to achieve your workout goals!
Our membership program offers a variety of options to suit your individual needs, everything from casual rates through to short and long-term contracts.
We ensure that our members are feeling safe and confident using our fitness equipment by offering a personalised guided induction upon joining with one of our friendly team.
We can't wait to meet you.
Luressa Macdonald (Riss)
Gym Owner
Kia ora my name is Luressa and I am passionate about helping others feel happy confident and strong, I believe exercise is key in helping you feel good, when you feel good, life is good.
My training philosophy is that consistency is key and fitness should enrich your life, it is important to enjoy your training and keep going, those results and feel good moments will come!
Fueled by the desire to enrich peoples lives through health and fitness, we here at 828Fitness aim to provide a friendly supportive environment of high energy fun fitness for everyone.
“Trust the process, your life wont change in a day, week or month. Be patient it takes time” Gymaholic.
Tamieka Macdonald (Mieks)
Gym Consultant & PT
Kia ora, I'm Tamieka, and I'm proud to be a part of the incredible team at 828Fitness!
I love the supportive gym culture we've built here, and I'm excited to help you on your fitness journey.
Currently I am studying for my Degree in Sport and Exercise Science at Wintec, and I feel lucky to be able to work at 828Fitness on my days off. Health and fitness are my passions, and I'm eager to share what I've learned with you.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals!
Hayley Robinson
Gym Consultant
Hey, I’m Hayley!
I’ve always had a strong passion for health and wellbeing, which led me to complete my Diploma in Nutrition.
I'm now working towards my Level 4 Personal Training qualification and couldn’t be more excited to be part of the 828Fitness team.
I love being active—netball is my go-to sport, and with rugby running in the family, a love for fitness is definitely in my blood.
I'm all about supporting others on their wellness journey and creating a positive, empowering environment for everyone.
Mike (Big Mack) Mackay
Personal Trainer & Powerlifting Coach
Kia ora everyone,
I’m Mike, and my fitness journey began in the mid-90s through playing multiple sports and coaching junior footy. After retiring from sport in 2003, I found a new passion in the gym.
I joined 828 Fitness Huntly shortly after it opened, and not long after that, I had the privilege of coaching a small group of lifters at the Outlaw Deadlift-Only Comp in Te Awamutu. Since then, our crew — Team 828 All or Nothing — has grown from 5 to 12 incredible lifters.
Powerlifting isn’t about a specific body type — it’s about good technique, consistency, and commitment. If you’re keen to give it a go or learn more, come have a chat.
“Bars always loaded” “stay in the grind.”
Mike - Ph:0211706870
Visit Us
828Fitness Huntly
424 Great South Road, Huntly, 3700
Contact Us
EMAIL: 828fitnesshuntly@gmail.com
PHONE: Gym: 027 929 2929 (during staffed hours)
Luressa: 027 292 9644
Opening Hours
24/7 Access for members
STAFFED HOURS
Monday - Thursday: 10am - 6pm
Friday: 10am - 1:00pm
NON-STAFFED: Weekends and Public Holidays
