Friendis Inclusive Fitness and Social

25/12/2025

This is what it looks like when your kid finally feels like they belong.

No pressure. No fixing. No forcing friendships.
Just a safe place to be themselves — and to find their people.

23/12/2025

time... it really takes time. small incremental boosts to help connect the dots

but its hard, but it hurts my muscles, but its hot etc etc ... we have all been kids and teens .. we know what we used (still use?!) to get out of doing stuff

but i see these same guys with excuses having excuses to get out of doing stuff that they giggle, laugh, smile and genuinly enjoy WHILE they actually do it

next time nope its too hot, too hard, too....etc etc.

so ... you enjoy it. DO IT?! would be so much easier right? but it dosnt work this way for everyone

some we need a gentler slower approach, allowing them to connect the dots on their own (while creating scenarios that make it easier to make the dots clear)

one of the tools we use for this is the certificates. (the certificates have MANY benefits and uses but this is one)

i cannot help but think about thinking ... its just my brains default setting

i adapt what we do to the guys in the group and we reward postive behaviours and outcomes in front of everyone so everyone can join the learnings as they happen (you cant learn what you dont already know)

Hook was the how do you hekp someone connect effort to feeling good ... nit asking for changes just thoughts on it

21/12/2025

PROOF

we dont lie, we dont bu****it (i mean, we do, do that for fun 🤪) we dont make it up

we know the rules

and we make sure everyone knows why someone has deserved an award

we learn from each other

we all get to model good behaviours and habits to the group … its a rule … its a part of being a captain … its a responsibility

today earned his leadership certificate because he was being patient, showing the others how to do some things that they may find a bit more difficult … without being told

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14/12/2025

Our final Gold Coast disability networking event of the year is up on the blog.
Some great conversations, valuable info, a few tangents (as usual), and lots of strong local connections.

Big thanks to everyone who came along and contributed. Looking forward to picking things back up in the new year at our new venue.

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Gold Coast Disability Networking Event Recap – Wrapping Up 2025Our final networking event of the year was a good one — packed with solid information, honest conversations, and, as always, a few tangents that meant we ran out of time far too quickly. That’s usually a good sign. It means the roo...

13/12/2025

Yesterday’s Christmas party 🎄
Not enough photos (as usual), but heaps of presents, laughs, smiles, food, games, playground time, Secret Santa, pass the parcel — and most importantly, the boys just hanging out, being social, comfortable, and enjoying the people around them.

09/12/2025

Rules ... rules can make.people do what you want BUT they can also be used to prevent negative occurences like meltdowns

how do you use rules to make life easier for people with ASD ?

let me.know.in the comments and please.like and share if you think someone could benefit from this

I dont nee you to change it jist give me some hashtags please

04/12/2025

Setting up for our first Open Day at Eagleby Neighbourhood Centre!
Come suss out the gym trailer, have a yarn, and grab a free snag 🔥🌭
Keen to meet everyone!

25/11/2025

So… what do we actually do?

It’s not just PT.

It’s problem-solving with fun stitched into every session.

Some of the guys can do A–B–C. Some can only do D. Some won’t move faster than a snail for weeks.

Doesn’t matter — I build the session around them.

The goal is simple: make it fun enough that they WANT to join in, challenging enough that they GROW, and safe enough that they KEEP COMING BACK.

It changes every week. I come in with a plan… then we adapt, improvise, and turn it into something everyone can be part of.

That’s the puzzle I solve: how do we make this work so every person gets what they need — and walks away smiling?

That’s Slim Gym.

Thats fun

And thats helping these guys know inclusion dosnt just mean 'for disabilities' inclusion means being a part of

20/11/2025

The Inclusive Gym Trailer is finally here — and you can come try it for FREE 🙌🔥

Eagleby Neighbourhood Centre Open Days
📅 Thurs 4 Dec – from 4pm
📅 Sat 6 Dec – from 10am

FREE sausage sizzle 🌭

Accessible. Mobile. Inclusive.
Perfect for people with disabilities, families, support workers & locals who just want to see what this trailer can do.

19/11/2025

Bringing the gym to you — parks, carparks, community centres, schools, SILs, anywhere.
Strength, confidence, connection.
This is what inclusive fitness looks like in the real world 💪

From group sessions to 1:1s, from teens to adults, from physical to intellectual disabilities — the trailer adapts to you.
Not the other way around.

If you want fitness that’s genuinely accessible, flexible, and social… this is it.
Hit the link in bio to join a session or host one.

09/11/2025

🏋️‍♂️ Where & When — Weekly Inclusive Fitness Sessions

Here’s what’s happening each week! Every session adapts to the people there on the day — so whether we’re working on coordination, confidence, or connection, it’s always fun, flexible, and inclusive.

🥊 Mondays & Wednesdays — Boxing (3:45–4:30 PM)

Monday: Highland Reserve, Upper Coomera

Wednesday: Heights Blvd Park, Pimpama / Upper Coomera
These are gloves-and-pads sessions — no fighting! We focus on fitness, coordination, and timing. Great for building focus, confidence, and that endorphin buzz.

🎯 Mondays — ABC (Aim, Balance & Coordination) (4:30–5:15 PM)
Think games, laughter, and teamwork disguised as fitness! We work on catching, throwing, coordination, and reaction skills — sometimes even with nunchucks. Every activity is adapted to the group, helping build confidence and friendships through movement.

💪 Thursdays — Boxing & Resistance (Eagleby Neighbourhood Centre)

3:45–4:30 PM: Boxing — Using the gym trailer with pads, bags, and gloves for a full-body workout.

4:30–5:15 PM: Resistance Session — Also with the gym trailer. Perfect for sensory seekers and anyone who loves “heavy work.” (heavy meaning what you are capable of) Slower-paced with built-in breaks, giving the body that deep-pressure feedback and helping the brain connect with movement.

🕙 Coming Soon — Ormeau (Brien Harris Oval)
We’ll be adding a school-hours session soon — perfect for homeschoolers or those looking for something during the day. Times TBA!

📍 Looking for a Venue — Nerang
We’ve got a few people on the waitlist already and are looking for a suitable venue in or around Nerang. If you know of a good spot, get in touch!

Each session uses fitness as the vehicle — but the destination is confidence, connection, and community. 💥
👉 Fill out the Expression of Interest Form
https://www.slimgym.com.au/post/inclusive-gym-trailer-gold-coast-and-logan
to get involved or find out more.

Inclusive Gym Trailer Gold Coast and Logan | Bringing Fitness, Fun & Friends Anywhere Want the trailer to roll into your area? You’re almost there — fill out this form just below to jump on the waitlist, and we’ll keep you posted! trailer.mp4We Did It — The Gym Trailer Is Here!After a few tr...

04/11/2025

🎃💃 What. A. Night!
Our Inclusive Halloween Disco was packed with dancing, laughter, and some seriously spooky moves. 🕺🧡

Huge shout-out to everyone who came along, helped set up, and made sure everyone felt welcome. You’re the reason these nights are so special. 💫

Can’t wait for the next one — keep your eyes peeled for the next theme! 👀🎶