What our members say…

Gillian
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After doing one of Carly’s boxing sessions, I was exhausted…in the best possible way! She’s a great trainer, really encouraging and caters to all fitness levels in her group sessions. She also organises social occasions and teams for sports events outside of group training, so it’s a great way to meet other Manly locals and have fun.
Nicola
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Would definitely (and do!) recommend OzSquad to my friends. Carly and Lynsay are great coaches and there is lots of variety to their classes, I have been attending for nearly a year and no two classes have been the same. The classes are suitable for all fitness levels and everyone is really friendly!
Linda
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Carly is an excellent trainer, who always mixes it up to keep things interesting and fun. Bootcamp has really increased my fitness level.
Mali
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“I’ve been with OzSquad for the last six months and it is by far the most fun and challenging fitness group I’ve ever been a part of. I am sore after every session in muscles I never knew existed. The programs are always different, super organised and are modified for all fitness levels (and injuries!). Carly is a hard taskmaster but very motivating and loads of fun – I’d definitely recommend OzSquad to anyone looking to get fit and meet a great bunch of people”
Sally
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Fun, social, a serious work out that gives you results. I was a sofa surfer 2 years ago when I lived in London, since moving to Manly I joined OzSquad and smashed my first marathon! I couldn’t have done it without going to the bootcamp sessions – they are great 🙂
Richard
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High quality, varied, and effective outdoor fitness classes with the added bonus of being a great way to make new friends in Manly. Highly recommended.
Hannah
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“OzSquad is a great way to get or stay fit in a fun and friendly environment. Carly and Lynsay lead challenging and varied workouts and get to know each person’s capabilities so you can be sure they will encourage you to push yourself to your limits. They also make a real effort on the social side of things, ensuring everyone knows each other. My running has really improved since joining OzSquad and I have loved being part of the OzSquad half marathon training group, making new friends while running along the Northern Beaches.”
James
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“I’ve always had a gym membership, but it’s been a long time since I have enjoyed working out. In my twenties I got quite into weight training – however I got bored and lost my way. The OzSquad sessions over the past few weeks have changed how I feel about exercise – they are challenging, fun and varied. I can feel myself getting fitter and stronger each week – although I still have a long way to go! Fellow OzSquadders are awesome too, and meeting new people was one of the reasons we decided to give it a try… The gym membership has finally been cancelled!”
Anthoulla
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“I’m a working mum in my 40s. I wanted to train outdoors with people who are fit but not intimidating. I signed up 6 months ago and I’m still going. 2 years ago I couldn’t run 1km, last year I managed 5km but Carly has got me running – non-stop – 10km and I’m on-track to finish the City2Surf. Carly is calm but gets results – I wouldn’t go to a bootcamp if the trainer was shouty and up themselves. It’s a mixed bunch that goes so I feel comfortable, except when it’s burpees!”
Matt
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“I have never been a sporty person, in fact I did almost no exercise up till the age of 27 (I was one of those sport dodgers at school). I decided that something needed to change when I moved to Australia and I signed up to OzSquad. I have certainly been put through my paces and have turned from a couch potato into a bit of a fitness freak – I find the classes loads of fun and I feel so much better from going to them, even getting up at 6am is ok these days! After 4 months of bootcamp sessions I ran the Tough Bloke Challenge and came 137 out of 5,500 – a massive achievement for a sofa surfer! Thanks OzSquad!’
Kirsty
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“The group training sessions are challenging and push you beyond your comfort zone – which is exactly what I was after. The strength and speed work means I’ve managed to improve my PB times in distance runs, now down to 1.45 for a half marathon! OzSquadders are a friendly bunch; there is a great vibe, good banter and while there is some friendly competition, the team spirit is alive and well.”
Richard
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I’ve been personal training with Carly since I moved to Manly earlier this year and I’ve seen a huge improvement in both my strength and cardio fitness. I’m now running half marathon distances and completing Tough Mudder courses (monkey bars and all)… and actually enjoying it! Carly’s sessions are always varied which keeps things interesting – she pushes you hard, but always does it with a smile! I can’t recommend her training highly enough.
Stacey
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“I used to run, so I guess that made me a runner. Until I joined Carly’s beginner run group with OzSquad I realized I had no idea what I was doing. I learned technique and breathing tips that I will use for the rest of my life, and every week I try to run a little bit further. I teach yoga and am a yogi at heart, but I had no idea how much running could ground me as much as my yoga. I put my running shoes on now and head out the door without even thinking twice about it. I had so much fun training with Carly that my outlook on running is so new and fresh now. I love it. Today I have a balanced fitness regime of my everyday yoga practice and 3-4 runs a week. I am a runner. Thank you Carly – YOU ROCK!”
Kate
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“I’ve really enjoyed building my fitness up with Carly. I started PT with her a couple of months ago from a point where I hadn’t done any ‘real’ exercise for over a year. She has already built my confidence (and muscle!) and I can do much more than I thought would be possible in such a short space of time. Carly knows how to motivate me and always keeps the exercise interesting and varied so I never have the chance to dread anything! I really like that I can feel myself improving in terms of strength, muscle tone and cardio ability. Carly is always really positive when I see her – I actually look forward to my sessions – and she’s supportive in between sessions when she gives helpful tips to maintain being active in between PTs. I wouldn’t still be going if it wasn’t fun and I wasn’t seeing progress so that in itself should be testament to how fabulous and skilled I think Carly is!”
Faye
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“I have a little voice in my head that tells me not to exercise: “You can’t run that far, you can’t do push ups and pull ups, they are for men, go and relax, eat that chocolate in the back of the cupboard, no one will know, you deserve it” Now I have another voice, not in my head, but in my EAR twice a week telling me to run over there, sprint up those stairs, do sit ups in 4 different ways, do burpees and squats ON THE SAND!! Twice a week I pay for that voice to drown out the other voice. Is it worth it? Absolutely!! Carly and Lynsay are great trainers, they work you hard, they give you plans, they get to know what motivates you and mixes it up every week so you never get bored. Stop spending money on chocolate, buy some PT sessions from OzSquad, your fat backside will thank you!”
Claire
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One of the most enjoyable ways to experience pain around.
Jo
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“Every Tuesday and Thursday at 5.40am I think, ‘I’m not a morning person’. But after an hour at an OzSquad fitness class, I’m always so pleased I went and feel great for the rest of the day. Carly and Lynsay's sessions are always varied and lots of fun, and I’ve seen a huge improvement in my strength and ability, but perhaps best of all, I’ve got a bunch of new mates too!”
Fiona
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“I wanted to thank you for the Learn to Run course that we’ve just completed. I’ve hated running all my life and now, in my 50’s, and having completed the Learn to Run course I’ve realised that I will probably never love running, BUT – I CAN DO IT! My sense of personal achievement is huge, the endorphin level after each week was amazing and Carly’s patience and sense of fun was the catalyst for that. I will be maintaining some running as part of my fitness work and I recommend this course for anyone wanting to push themselves just a little, in a safe and protected group, and have fun while they are doing it.”
Katherine
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Carly is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable trainer, extremely approachable, and provides loads of encouragement to everyone. The sessions are a nice balance of landscape and challenge which continues to motivate and encourage me to keep going. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Carly.
Jennifer
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I felt every muscle in my body for 3 days…in a great way! Carly is incredibly knowledgable, positive and passionate. She is a great coach and personal trainer. Another great part about her sessions are the people that train with her. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming. You will walk away feeling great.
David
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Fantastic bootcamp that’s always varied and makes you feel like you’ve had a good workout despite the varied fitness levels in the group. Knowledgeable and fun instructor.
Jenny
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Carly and Lynsay make every bootcamp session different, creatively making the most of the natural surroundings and tailoring each session to whichever area chosen. No two classes are ever the same and they are always using different ideas keeping the sessions fresh, fun and interesting and ensuring motivational levels are always maintained. Every level is catered for but you know that you will always be pushed to your limit and that you will always get a great work out. It’s a great way to get fit and meet people, Carly and Lynsay are great trainers - knowledgeable, supportive and fun and I would highly recommend OzSquad bootcamp classes!
Vanessa
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After struggling through years of sporadic bursts of uninspiring gym sessions, OzSquad is literally a breath fresh air. Once you can get your head around the 5.45am wake-up, Carly’s energy filled sessions take the monotony(and thinking) out of your exercise as no two workouts are the same, and with a different beach, harbour-side or grassy knoll location every time, it’s hard not to feel energised for the rest of your day. No more fighting for equipment from anonymous self absorbed gym junkies, you’ll just be flicking the sand out of your pants and having a laugh with your new OzSquad buddies!
Marie
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“I recently finished OzSquad’s Learn to Run course and I just got back from my first Park Run! 32:44 – looking forward to watching that time improve as the weeks go on but certainly something I would not have had the courage to attempt six short weeks ago! Woo Hoo!”
Katrina
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Before joining OzSquad, I hadn’t run further than 10km. I’m writing this fresh off the back of completing my first ultra marathon – the UTA 50 in the Blue Mountains. I’ve been training with Carly & OzSquad for 3 years and I can honestly say I’ve never known a trainer to go above & beyond as much as Carly does. She leads by example in her fitness & her commitment to helping her OzSquaders achieve their goals is second to none. Join OzSquad and you’ll meet some awesome people, get fit whilst having fun, and you might just achieve what you thought was ‘unachievable’.
Colum
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On moving to Manly a year ago, joining OzSquad was one of the best things I’ve done here. It’s a fun and easy way to keep fit, keep social and to never miss another Manly sunrise! Running, bootcamp, strength, yoga and personal training, there’s definitely something to suit everyone ? come join the squad!
James
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“I can’t recommend personal training with Lynsay enough. I’ve just finished an 8 week stint with her to kick start my training and her workouts are varied and really well tailored to your level and natural strengths and weaknesses. She’s also a great lady and you’ll enjoy your session – although it may be a little tough at the time!”
Kate
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Can’t recommend OzSquad highly enough! Not only is it brilliant exercise – every session is different so lots of choice every day – it’s also really social with awesome activities at the weekends! Carly, Linsay and the fabulous OzSquad team have taken me from being unable to run for 5 mins to 50kms through the blue mountains! The group is friendly and supportive and the trainers cater to all fitness and abilities levels
Carly
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I am ‘from’ Manly. I started with OzSquad’s ‘Learn to Run’ course. The first roaming boot camp I did, I thought I was going to chunder. I didn’t. My husband trialled it; ‘boot camps aren’t for me’ I stuck it out with with running course; from hating running, I finished a half marathon! Three years later: OzSquad is such a part of our lives – it’s helped us to push ourselves physically and has been a way to make friends in Manly. Despite a serious injury which has meant I can’t participate, OzSquad has been there for me and I’ve been referred to the best clinicians for the job at every stage. I have pushed myself past what I ever thought I could achieve with OzSquad – and I intend to continue that – once I’m cleared from my medical team!
Neil
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I have never got results from my exercise like I do now from Carly and Lynsay's sessions. The sessions are really varied, the people are great and the sun rise over the ocean doesn’t hurt. I would not hesitate to recommend guys and girls of all fitness levels to give OzSquad a go.
James K.
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After 3 years with OzSquad, I’m not only going to give credit for pushing me way beyond what I expected in my fitness goals, but also in establishing much of my social network in Manly. A bit of friendly competition in the sessions has a huge impact on my results, and the welcoming environment means it’s a no brainer for me to highly recommend OzSquad. Just watch out for mentions of “the Ox” session with the burpee broad jumps 😉
Corporate Client
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We used OzSquad in the lead up to a Tough Mudder Event which we participated in as a corporate team. Carly is an incredibly motivational leader and trainer and assisted in breaking down the barriers between us as colleagues and working together as a team, which is what Tough Mudder is really all about. She was conscientious of individual’s strengths and weaknesses, and helped us work through these each week. Every training session was different and by the end of our 8 week prep you could really see the team had come together and collectively broken both fitness and personal barriers. I’d definitely recommend Carly and her training to anyone, particularly those interested in an event like Tough Mudder.
Faye
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OzSquad’s claim that it is the most social bootcamp is completely warranted, I’ve made lifelong friends here, it’s tough, it’s challenging, some mornings it’s really cold and windy and others, the sunrise is so amazing you don’t know why you’d ever be anywhere else, but whatever is going on, it’s fun, we train hard and party just as hard, if you are looking for a bootcamp to motivate you and add some fun to your life, look no further Manly people!

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