ABOUT US
ABOUT US
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Family
Wards Gym is owned and run by brothers Gavin and Callum Ward. Their bond is driven by hard competitiveness, yet both brothers support and nurture each other’s development. As a team, they have achieved a lot in and out of the gym. Their wives also join the team as coach and nutritionist, and their sister as the remedial massager. Joining Wards isn’t just joining a gym, it’s joining the family!
Growth
Wards Gym is individual focused, where members are encouraged and supported to achieve their personalised goals. The team-focused training facilitates a positive relationship building environment, and the social events further build the community.
Diversity
Ward’s Gym welcomes people from all walks of life, by offering a range of fitness programs to keep anyone inspired on their fitness journey. Whether you’re a competitive athlete wanting at taking it to the next level, looking to improve your general health, or getting that pre-baby body back, the team at Ward’s Gym can assist you in achieving your personal goals.
OUR TEAM – YOUR CHAMPIONS
Gavin Ward
Owner & Head Coach
Sport has always been a major part of Gavin’s life. Humble beginnings at the local swimming pool and little athletics club later developed into multiple appears at both State and National level across Swimming, Athletics, Cross Country, Football and Baseball.
More recently CrossFit and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu have been his sports of choice representing Wards Gym at the 2018 Crossfit Pacific Regionals and obtaining the rank of Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in the same year. This last accolade taking 10 years of dedication to achieve, one that for the tens of thousands that start the journey, ever fulfil.
Gavin has coached and trained athletes across a broad range of sports over the past 20 years. He’s been extremely fortunate to have trained all over the world and learnt from some of the best coaches from different sporting backgrounds. He has taken this knowledge and skills and has applied it to helping other people achieve their own goals.
Background
- BS Psychology/Advanced Human Bioscience
- Level 2 ASCA Strength & Conditioning Coach
- Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt
- Ironman 70.3 – 2020
- CrossFit Games Regional Athlete 2017, 2018
- CrossFit Games Australasia Regionals Team 2018
- Level 2 CrossFit Coach and Certified Judge
- Certificate 3&4 in fitness
Callum Ward
Owner & Head Coach
With a lifelong passion for sports and fitness, Callum is the co-owner and head coach of Wards Gym. Callum began his fitness career doing one-on-ones and small groups, before commencing an interest in martial arts. This leads him back to coaching and opening his first CrossFit affiliate. Callum started Wards Gym with his brother Gavin in 2013.
As head of Wards Gym and a father of one, Callum pushes himself and the team to new levels and strives for the best in everyone. In holding true to this, Callum has competed multiple times in the CrossFit regionals as both an individual and in a team.
Background
- Certificate 3&4 in fitness
- CrossFit Games Pacific Regionals Athlete 2013, 2015, 2017
- CrossFit Games Australasia Regionals Team 2018
- Level 2 Crossfit Coach and Certified Judge
- Level 1 Powerlifting Coach, Level 2 Kettlebell Trainer
Jenni Cook
Coach (CrossFit & HIT)
Jenni’s interest in fitness began with her first basketball game at 7, and continued on through high school in a multitude of sports. In 2014, Jenni began training with Callum and Ward and competed in numerous CrossFit competitions as an individual, pair, and part of a team. Naturally, Jenni completed her CrossFit Level 1 cert and now coaches at Wards Gym.
As a coach at Wards Gym, Jenni feels nurtured in her role as both trainer and athlete and aims to motivate all those around her to set a higher standard for their own fitness. Jen specialises in tailoring workouts to suit injured athletes, or those returning from time away.
Background
- Certificate III & IV in Fitness
- Club Weightlifting / Sports Power Coach Level 1
- Powerlifting Excellence with Stephen Pritchard
- CrossFit Games Regional Athlete Masters (35-39), 2017, 2018
- CrossFit Games Australasia Regionals Team 2018
- Level 1 Crossfit Coach and Certified Judge
Jess New
Coach (CrossFit, HIT), Personal Trainer
Background
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Bachelor of Sport & Exercise Science
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Cert III & IV Fitness
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Spin Instructor
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Melbourne Marathon 2019
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First Aid & CPR
Darcy Cullen
Coach (Weightlifting)
Hey team, Darcy here. Found Crossfit on the internet a few years back and after fifteen years of nightshifts in hospitality it kicked my butt…. But I loved it! I have been training at Ward’s for about 6 years, started off pretty gung-ho doing comp’s with my friend Sarah. I realised over time I enjoyed one aspect of Crossfit more than any other, so I started learning more about it and I’m so glad I did because it led me to my true passion, Olympic weightlifting!
I truly enjoy learning about and teaching the mechanics and techniques behind the sport and that has branched off into another passion of mine, mobility! I believe the two go together like PB&J, and I also think everyone should try weightlifting as it’s got excellent carry-over skills for functional movement. Honoured to have been included on this roster of amazing coaches at Ward’s, hope to see you around the gym!
Background
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Victorian Weightlifting Coach Level 1
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Cert III & IV Fitness
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First Aid & CPR
Kimba Ward
Remedial Masseuse
Background
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Diploma of Remedial Massage
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Wards Remedial (Owner)
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Remedial, Deep Tissue, Sports, Trigger Point Therapy, Relaxation, Pregnancy, Mobility & Treatment Plans.
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First Aid & CPR
Marika Ward
Nutritionist
Marika provides a holistic approach to nutrition. Heavily focusing on the individual, Marika works intensively one-on-one with clients to target personal requirements and builds a solid foundation of knowledge.
Marika specialises in weight loss, improved athletic performance, muscle hypertrophy, meal planning & organisation, as well as general nutritional advice & information. She has a passion for nutritional education and believes in the benefits of a healthy lifestyle & understanding oneself through nutritional needs.
After all “you are what you eat!”
Background
- Diploma of Health Science (Nutrition)
- The Healthy Platter Co. (CEO)
- Mother of two