Free weights
Four dumbbell bench areas give you every angle you need for variation and further gains, plus four barbell areas built for bench press, deadlifts and squats. Australian Barbell is the standard.

Low key - High performance - Local community gym
Liverpool Street · Darlinghurst
We’re a local community gym with a broad spectrum of awesome personalities. We show up to keep fit, and to get the absolute best out of ourselves each and every time. If that sounds like you, you’ll fit right in.



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Four dumbbell bench areas give you every angle you need for variation and further gains, plus four barbell areas built for bench press, deadlifts and squats. Australian Barbell is the standard.
A wide range of Cybex push and pull stations to keep your strength and conditioning on track. For rehab, this kit rates 10/10 on ergonomics.
Mainly Cybex and Technogym, so the ergonomics are spot on. Even if you’re coming in after surgery or rehab, you’ll be good to go.
See it in person. Book a free trial and we’ll show you around.
Claim a free trialThere are many different reasons people choose to work with a coach. Whatever yours is, you’re guaranteed the best objective approach to point you at your goal.
Getting broken bodies back to functional peak condition, looking at re-injury prevention.
We all have different requirements and therefore our goals are totally different from person to person. Let’s find out what your goals are and tailor a plan specific to you.
Get locked in! Your coach is waiting to see and assess you every time. Get someone there with the skills and knowledge to get you dialled in for every session.
You’ve done bloody well and you’ve hit that plateau. It’s time to keep moving in the right direction and engage with a coach to help you get to the next level!
LIFT Gym might not have the bells and whistles of fancy commercial gyms, but it has something far more valuable: genuine community and heart. Jo and his beautiful dog Coco create the most welcoming, ego-free environment where you'll never queue for equipment and everyone knows your name. Jo's generous tips, feedback and encouragement - always offered with genuine care for your progress - make every session better, and his passion for helping people succeed is evident in everything he does. After years of training here, I'm devastated to be leaving the area because no other gym has ever come close to matching LIFT's sense of belonging and authentic care. If you want a place where you'll actually want to show up, this is it.
liftgym.com.auI love spending time at the gym so thats why it's so important to find a good one! I had been training with Joseph Ralph many years ago and had never found a better personal trainer or gym operator so I had to look him up and see where he was! Lucky for me he had opened Lift Gym in Sydney. The Gym has excellent facilities, great music, friendly members who are respectful plus the resident puppy Coco who is adorable. I would highly recommend Lift Gym!
Great well maintained equipment. Feels very private and exclusive to train here, yet the owner, Jo, is very friendly and accomodating with little coco thats the cutest. Love the playlist and art on the wall, give the overall vibes 10/10 and motivates me to work out more. Best gym so far i come across in sydney
Just signed up to this gym! Have to admit that the owner Joseph has an infectious enthusiasm and energy. The gym is clean and tidy not to mention the groovy decor. Can't wait to train under Joseph and push myself to new heights. If you're looking for tight knit community than this is the place for you.
I absolutely love training at Lift! The gym is never too busy, so waiting to use equipment is rarer than a unicorn. Joe and the team are super friendly and they've set the speakers to only ever play bangers! The gym is a great vibe with great facilities - highly recommend!
Lift is an all around fantastic gym! It has every possible piece of equipment that anyone would need for a top notch workout. It's incredibly clean and well organized. The atmosphere is great, the music is great, and it has a lovely community vibe.
I'm so happy I discovered this gym during my stay in Sydney. The equipment is great, the atmosphere is upbeat and inviting, and Joe's energy is contagious! I definitely recommend!
If you're ready to level up your gym-going experience, LIFT Gym is the place to be. This boutique gym is specced out with everything a serious lifter needs, the owner (Jo) is a legend, and you'll get to hang out with COCO the gym dog! The space has artwork and vintage mirrors covering the walls, great music always pumping, all around immaculate vibes. Get involved!
liftgym.com.auI've been coming to Lift for 6 weeks now. I had been doing ashtanga yoga for 14 years and the last 2 years I couldn't do deep backbends because my back hurt so much and the last 4 months my adductor had been sore, so even lunges caused me pain. I had been having chiro and myofacial release which was great for my body but didn't fix the issues. So I rocked up to Jo who gave me a program to work on these areas. My adductor and back are no longer sore and today I was able to do deep backbends with ease. I'm loving training at Lift and ironically no longer have a desire to go back to yoga but incorporate part of it into my training. Never in a million years did I think that would happen, and that's largely because I love this gym and the atmosphere it provides. Super excited to be working with Jo and transforming my physique. A huge thanks to Jo, Anita, Alex and Coco!
Fantastic and friendly gym. Everything you need for a good workout, and never too crowded. Great playlist too!
Fantastic gym. Nice vibe, quality equipment, always clean. Really like the people who run it too.
I recommend so much this gym! Mostly for the personal and owner. Super friendly environment. Joseph always assisted me since the first day and help me to achieve the goals I wanted.
Great gym with all the equipment you need!! Always clean, good price and best environment. Joe, the owner, is really nice and gives you all the tips to get better
Absolutely incredible space, clean, amazing culture and enjoyed a few great workouts with Jo. Would be here for life if I wasn't moving away, cannot rate highly enough!
Best gym around the area. Jo is an absolute legend, keeps you accountable and can have a great chat anytime
Cannot recommend this gym enough! Great vibes, not too busy and all the equipment you need.
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| Monday – Friday | 5:30am – 9pm |
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| Saturday & Sunday | 7am – 7pm |
Public holiday hours can change, so check with the team before you come in.
Send your details on the free-trial form, by SMS on 0414 088 598 or by email. The team confirms a time with you and shows you around.
Yes. The machines are mainly Cybex and Technogym, picked for their ergonomics, which suits people coming in after surgery or rehab. Coaching can start with a free consultation so you get a plan that fits your body.
Coaching is separate from gym access. Book a free consultation and the team will suggest what suits your goal.
Monday to Friday 5:30am–9pm, and 7am–7pm on Saturday and Sunday. Public holiday hours can change, so check with the team.
Yes. Fitness Passport members can train at LiFT: make an appointment with the team and have your Fitness Passport number handy. How to join with Fitness Passport
LiFT has sold 30-day and 90-day membership gift cards. Ask the front desk what’s available now.