ABOUT AGOGA

pronunciation / AH-GO-JYAH /

Spartan word for the education and training regimen used to create “a class of warrior citizens” – strong of mind, unflinchingly loyal and physically unmatched.

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Based in Sydney’s beautiful Bondi, AGOGA has been the Eastern Suburbs’ health, fitness and energy hub since 2012.

Whether it’s small Group Fitness classes, one-to-one Personal Coaching, an Open Gym session we’ve got you covered. 

Our training ethos is simple. We Train Like Athletes.

A professional athlete’s approach to training goes beyond just “going hard at the gym.” With a team of experts monitoring training intensity and technique to minimize injury risk, maximise performance, and assess progress regularly. None of this is possible without a structured nutrition plan and quality rest to aid recovery.
 
Based on these essential qualities for high performing athletes, we’ve built the AGOGA ‘5 key principles’ for high performance training:


Exercise
Measurement & Evaluation
Nutrition
Injury Prevention
Rest & Recovery

These core principles are the foundation for helping our members—our athletes—become stronger, leaner, and faster through group exercise classes that deliver real results.
 
We maintain a no-ego policy, fostering a supportive and encouraging environment that brings out the best in our diverse community.
 
With over 40 years of collective coaching experience, the AGOGA team understands the importance of a flexible, mobile body to enhance posture, movement, and performance. 
 
Join us for Group Fitness classes, one-on-one Personal Coaching, or an Open Gym session and unleash your inner athlete!
 
Team Coaches (2)
Laura H.
12/05/2025
Carla V.
05/05/2025
Leila M.
04/05/2025
Helen T.
03/05/2025
Alexandra V.
27/03/2025
Nancy T.
13/03/2025
Ian G.
08/03/2025
Sarah D.
03/03/2025
Archibald T.
23/02/2025
Johnny H.
30/01/2025
Kim L.
13/01/2025
Alastair G.
16/12/2024
Kate K.
16/12/2024
georgia B.
24/11/2024
Barbora C.
27/10/2024
Katherine M.
27/10/2024
Kym T.
24/10/2024
Justin B.
30/09/2024
betka T.
27/09/2024
Helen B.
09/09/2024
Jane S.
02/09/2024
India H.
15/08/2024
aldron 6.
20/07/2024
Myles B.
13/07/2024
Jay S.
06/07/2024
Angel B.
06/07/2024
Angharad T.
30/05/2024
Lorraine M.
30/05/2024
Leo T.
29/04/2024
Don L.
12/02/2024
Arnaud L.
10/01/2024
Raphael F.
05/01/2024
Natasha P.
29/12/2023
Janin N.
18/12/2023
Lê-Anh D.
23/11/2023
Donna A.
20/11/2023
Annie D.
12/11/2023
Matt F.
03/11/2023
Victoria K.
17/10/2023
Cynthia I.
07/10/2023
Peng L.
01/10/2023
K J.
15/09/2023
Sabrina M.
21/08/2023
Lauriane G.
18/08/2023
Annabel K.
03/08/2023
Will B.
28/07/2023
Alex U.
26/07/2023
Alejandro R.
25/07/2023

OUR TEAM

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JOHN FIELD

Owner and Head Coach

JOHN FIELD

AGOGA’s owner and Head Coach John. A former professional beach volleyballer, junior tennis coach, and aerobics competitor (back in the ‘90s), he has also run his own martial  arts dojo on the Gold Coast’s Main Beach.

Nowadays, John’s passion is for functional fitness and long-distance running. Competitions, fun-runs, half and full marathons – he loves it all, and is dedicated to helping others achieve their fitness and running goals. From assisting everyday athletes to move better, to developing sporting movement patterns and improving client mindset, John is a powerhouse of group and personal coaching having helped 1000’s of clients achieve their goals over the past 20 years.

John’s qualifications include Certificates III and IV in Fitness; Certified TRX and Strongfirst Kettlebell Instructor; Level 2 FMT Trainer; Level 2 Punchfit Boxing instructor; ASCA Strength and Conditioning Coach Level 1; and Senior First Aid.

 

EMILY ROGERS

Coach

EMILY ROGERS

Emily is known as AGOGA’s Hybrid Trainer because she’s got it all! Her early career as a professional dancer evolved when she moved to Australia and immersed herself in the study of fitness and yoga.

From her graceful movement and dynamic speed to her incredible strength and mobility, Emily is a veteran Bondi trainer who’s constantly exploring how to train the body to move more efficiently and enhance overall wellbeing.

She has a wealth of knowledge in many disciplines and more recently has furthered her knowledge in pre and postnatal strength training, pilates and yoga. Since birthing her own baby girl in May 2023, her passion for women’s health and the changes that occur in a pregnant and postpartum woman’s body has grown making this a focus of her work and continued studies.

WILL BORDILL

Coach

WILL BORDILL

An ex-pro Rugby player who joins us from the UK, Will has a passion for strength training and functional fitness. Will’s Rugby career included two Junior World Cups with his native Scotland at U-20 level, a Pro12 Winners medal with Glasgow Warriors, and a wealth of knowledge about how elite athletes prepare and compete. Aside from a love of strength training, Will also competes in Hyrox, winning the 2023 Sydney event in the Men’s Doubles U-30 category, and qualifying for the World Championships in 2024! Yes! 👏🏼                                           

Our newest Bondi local, Will is learning to surf (slowly) and has developed an unfortunate soft spot for almond croissants 🙂

Will’s qualifications include Cert III and IV in Fitness and First Aid.

ALEX RAWLIN

Coach

ALEX RAWLIN

Alex hails from the UK and comes from a professional sporting family, where hard work has always been a way of life. She is passionate about the transformative power of exercise, not just for physical health but also for building mental resilience.

Her clients often describe a love-hate relationship with her sessions—she ensures they are both enjoyable and challenging, always pushing them to their limits. With a background in full-time performance training, Alex has a deep understanding of body mechanics and values the uniqueness of every individual she works with.

Alex’s ultimate goal is to help her clients and members master the art of balance in health and fitness.

Her qualifications include a Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training.

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