At HerBod, we believe every woman deserves to feel strong, capable, and supported—regardless of her age, experience, fitness level, or stage of life.
That’s why HerBod was created to be more than just a gym. It was built as a welcoming community where women feel comfortable, supported, and empowered to prioritise themselves without judgement, pressure, or intimidation. We believe fitness should be something women enjoy—not something they fear or simply endure.
Too often, women walk into a gym feeling unsure of where to start, worried they’re doing something wrong, or overwhelmed by conflicting advice. Our mission is to change that. Through expert coaching, evidence-based training, and genuine support, we help women build the knowledge and confidence to train safely, effectively, and independently.
Our goal is simple: to make this the last time you ever have to start over by helping you create healthy habits that truly last.
As women, our bodies continually change throughout life’s different seasons. Whether you’re building confidence for the first time, returning after injury, navigating pregnancy, motherhood, perimenopause or menopause, or simply wanting to become stronger and healthier, we believe exercise should adapt to you—not the other way around.
That’s why we take the time to understand you—your goals, challenges, lifestyle, and individual needs. Every program is built on evidence-based principles and tailored specifically to your body, your experience, and your long-term health. Combined with genuine encouragement and a supportive community, our approach helps women move better, feel better, and continue building strength for life.
Today, HerBod proudly supports women from their teenage years through to their 70s and beyond. Every woman who walks through our doors becomes part of a community where she can belong, continue to grow, and become the strongest, healthiest, and most confident version of herself.
A Different Kind of Gym
Our Philosophy
At HerBod, we believe fitness should enhance your life—not take it over.
We believe strength is about far more than appearance. It’s about having the energy to keep up with your children, grandchildren, pets, and life. It’s giving the confidence to back yourself, the resilience to handle life’s challenges, and the independence to continue doing the things you love for years to come.
We believe every woman deserves access to quality coaching, regardless of her age, experience, fitness level, or stage of life. Exercise should never feel intimidating, punishing, or exclusive.
Our approach is built on evidence-based training, education, consistency, and sustainability. We focus on helping women develop strength, mobility, balance, fitness, and confidence through progressive training that meets them where they are and grows with them over time.
We prioritise longevity over quick fixes, progress over perfection, and education over guesswork. Rather than chasing extremes, we help women build habits, skills, and strength that support their health for life.
Above all, we believe that every woman deserves to feel supported, capable, and comfortable in her own body—and that fitness should be something that empowers her, not something she fears.
Our Experience & Training
At HerBod, your health, safety, and results are supported by over a decade of experience, ongoing professional education, and a commitment to evidence-based coaching.
Founder and Head Coach, Sharnae Newey, helps women build strength, confidence, and lifelong health. Her approach combines professional expertise with a genuine understanding that every woman’s journey is unique.
As the health and fitness industry continues to evolve, so do we. Through ongoing education and collaboration with trusted allied health professionals, we’re committed to providing safe, effective, and up-to-date coaching that helps women thrive.
Qualifications and ongoing professional development include:
Certificate III in Fitness
Certificate IV in Fitness
Advanced Nutritionist Certification
Master's in Female Fitness Programing
Anatomy & Biomechanics of Movement
Founder | Women’s Health & Strength Specialist
Women’s Health & Fitness Specialisation, with ongoing professional development in:
Female physiology and hormonal health
Perimenopause and menopause
Pregnancy and postnatal exercise
Bone health and osteoporosis
Injury prevention and rehabilitation principles
Mental health and exercise
Eating disorder informed coaching practices