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 & PT
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.
IZAYAH DRAYTON
Gym Consultant
Izayah is one of the friendly faces you’ll see around the gym, bringing great energy and a strong work ethic to every session. Originally from Huntly, he has a real passion for powerlifting and is always pushing himself to get stronger and improve his performance.
When he’s not training, Izayah balances working part-time with us alongside his career as a barber—so he knows a thing or two about dedication and juggling a busy schedule. He thrives in the gym environment, loves being part of the community, and is always up for a chat or to lend a helping hand.
Whether he’s on the floor or behind the scenes, Izayah plays a big part in creating the positive, welcoming vibe we’re all about here at 828Fitness.