Hunter Performance Centre

Hunter Performance Centre is a strength-sport gym in Pokolbin, Newcastle, built around lifting, coaching and member support. It offers 24/7 gym access, casual visits, gym memberships, semi-private coaching, online coaching and nutrition coaching, giving members several ways to train according to their goals and location. The facility is designed for people who want more guidance than a standard gym membership, with coaches available to help with technique, spotting, loading and other training questions during staffed hours.

The gym’s approach centres on a supportive, inclusive community. Members receive access to the coaches, rather than being left to work everything out alone, and the venue says its space welcomes different fitness levels, backgrounds and goals. Membership also includes access to the gym’s Facebook community group, while members can take part in votes on gym improvements and gain exclusive access to HPC competitions. Local Hunter residents can try a first session at no charge, subject to the venue’s terms.

For more structured support, semi-private coaching combines 24/7 access with individualised programming, coach contact on the gym floor and online feedback through Messenger. The online coaching service is available worldwide, with programming adjusted week to week and communication about training feedback and changes within 24 hours. Nutrition coaching is also available for people seeking tailored support, including those managing a weight class or working towards broader nutrition goals.

The centre is led by director and performance coach Aiden Potts, alongside performance coaches Yoong Kilgannon, Jarrod Leonard and Jay Herber, who also works in performance and nutrition coaching. Remedial massage therapist Daniel Lee is part of the wider team. Their experience is reflected in the gym’s focus on strength-sport performance, with the website highlighting athletes who have achieved podium finishes at local, state, national and IPF World Championships.

Hunter Performance Centre suits solo lifters who value coaching and accountability, as well as people looking for a friendly training community. Its stated values of inclusivity, respect, integrity, community and excellence point to a gym that aims to support both newcomers and experienced strength athletes. The venue’s public information focuses on training rather than leisure facilities, so it is best suited to visitors seeking purposeful strength training and ongoing coaching in Pokolbin.