Exercise and therapy are intrinsically connected
Fit N Well was founded in 2020 with one core value:
“Everyone has the right to a mental health service that works for them.”
Many people find traditional talk-based therapy uncomfortable, even though they know they need support. This understanding led us to create a pioneering mental health service and method called Exercise Based Therapy (EBT).
EBT is a world-first therapeutic method that places exercise at the core of its approach. It integrates proven techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Meditation, all applied in an exercise-based setting.
We take pride in offering a supportive environment for those who prefer a more active, movement-based approach to mental health. In our sessions, you can explore and discuss your mental health and well-being while engaging in exercise that challenges both your body and mindset.
Exercise has a profound impact on mental health, triggering chemical changes in the brain and beneficial responses throughout the body. Through EBT, clients not only experience these physical benefits but also learn healthy habits and skills they can carry with them long after their sessions.
Clients also gain valuable tools like goal setting, resilience, and persistence. These skills, developed through physical training, can be applied to real-life challenges such as anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.
For those who find traditional talk therapies challenging, EBT provides a more informal, comfortable setting where meaningful conversations occur naturally during physical activity.
An Innovative Approach to Tackling Mental Health Challenges.
By incorporating exercise into therapy, we unlock the potential for holistic healing, improving resilience, well-being, and overall quality of life
Our Achievements
EBT Sessions Delivered
Since opening in 2020
2000+
since working with us
of our clients have either started a workout routine or joined a gym
75%
Community Contributions
donated by Fit N Well
>$10,000
Sessions take place at our private, functional gym on Beach Road, equipped with multiple pieces of equipment and two small rooms designed for focused, personalised workouts. Each session includes a workout plan that aligns with your goals, energy level, and overall well-being.
While working out, clients have the opportunity to talk about the challenges they’re facing that may be impacting their mental health and well-being. The gym environment offers a less formal, more relaxed space to open up—making it a great alternative for those who may have struggled with traditional talk-based therapy.
Fit N Well is built on the belief that therapy doesn’t have to look the same for everyone. Our approach supports clients in a way that feels comfortable, active, and empowering.
What a Session at Fit N Well Looks Like
At Fit N Well, every session is tailored to the client's needs and how they’re feeling on the day. We understand that everyone has good days and bad days, so we adapt each workout to meet you where you are when you walk through the door
Anthony Simons is the founder and lead practitioner at Fit N Well, home to the world’s first Exercise-Based Therapy (EBT) service.
With a background as a national champion pole vaulter and coach, Anthony’s expertise in physical performance led him to develop a deep passion for mental health. He is a qualified Strength and Conditioning coach and has been a Social Worker since 2011, working extensively in education settings.
Anthony started Fit N Well to create a mental health service tailored to young people who may not feel comfortable in traditional talk-based therapies. By combining movement with therapeutic methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Anthony believes in using exercise as a pathway to personal growth, resilience, and mental well-being.
Fit N Well was established with a clear mission:
"To ensure every young person has access to a mental health service that works for them."
Anthony Simons
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Are you a qualified mental health professional with personal training experience?
At Fit N Well, we’re always seeking dedicated individuals who understand the unique benefits of combining mental health support with physical movement.
If you're passionate about innovative therapeutic methods and share our mission of supporting mental health through Exercise-Based Therapy, we’d love to hear from you!