S1 TRAINING + BATHHOUSE - COOGEE

S1 Training + Bathhouse in Coogee is a group-training gym built around structured, science-based workouts rather than a traditional solo gym floor. The studio offers 45-minute classes seven days a week, with programmes designed for people of different ages and fitness levels. Its approach is deliberately low on posturing: S1 describes the space as having no egos and no mirrors, with the focus placed on turning up, learning the movements and putting in the work. Better equipment and considered training programmes are central to the venue’s offering.

The format is designed to be approachable for both newcomers and regulars. On a first visit, the personal trainers ask members to arrive 10 minutes early, introduce themselves, explain the session and help with the equipment. Classes include a demonstration and warm-up before members move to their stations. The site asks guests to bring athletic clothing, suitable footwear, a water bottle and a towel, with the clear reminder that no towel means no training. That practical introduction may suit anyone who feels unsure about entering a group fitness environment, while the structured sessions give more experienced members a consistent way to progress.

S1 Coogee also adds recovery facilities through its luxe bathhouse. Members can use hot and cold plunge pools, along with three infrared saunas. The Coogee studio has a Sunlighten infrared sauna, which uses infrared lamps to warm the body directly rather than heating the surrounding air. This makes the bathhouse a distinct part of the venue, offering a place to wind down after training rather than treating the gym as exercise-only. The studio is located at 199 Coogee Bay Road, in the centre of Coogee and close to the beach.

The business is 100% Australian owned and presents itself as a community-based, fun-focused training brand. Feedback published on the site highlights friendly, energetic trainers, support with equipment and exercise form, modifications when needed, clean facilities and a welcoming group atmosphere. S1 Coogee could suit solo visitors looking for guidance, people returning to exercise, and members who enjoy the motivation of a class without a high-impact format. It is also suitable for a broad range of fitness levels, with the option to claim an introductory offer or join through the S1 app.