'Hmm, a gym for old ladies", I thought, as I reached the top of the stairs to ask for a donation for a local community event, and saw a dozen machines that appeared to do all the work for you. As I waited for the owner to kindly organise the voucher she donated the staff asked if I would like a free trial. Why not I thought - I had an hour to spare. That was 9 months ago, when I was 64.6 cms & 7 kg heavier, and I'd like to think being in the 40-50y.o. bracket I'm not old as wasn't really overweight. This place is just fantastic if you hate gyms and leaving dripping with sweat - like I do. The staff don't let you off easily though, they are always there to challenge and take you to the level you are prepared to go. I feel like I have my own personal trainer and every staff member is so friendly, making an effort to know everyone by name. I actually even got my Mum to join up and until that day she had never (in 73 yrs) set foot into an exercise room. She loves it and feels that Alison (owner) geniunely cares about her ailings and sees it as her mission to improve Mums mobility....and it is working. I've lost weight before -anyone can do that - but at Aliento I have toned up and have real definition. I highly recommend Aliento to women seeking to look after their health & tone up in a warm, friendly environment. You will leave feeling invigorated and content from each experience.

I used to drive past and think to myself.....Nah this would be much to expensive....I saw a free trial add he paper and thought....what the heck I'll call and find out. Seriously, 11 sessions at Aliento (twice per week for 5 1/2 weeks) has really paid off for me, not only has my first measure proven that I've lost 29 cm all over my body (without any diet or trying hard) but I feel like I'm 25 again! I'm hooked, this place makes you feel like you want to stay all day. I really do feel toned and my posture has improved ten fold. The best way I can explain it is like a mix of palates, yoga and light weights for toning, the machines pretty much do the work for you while you lay there and enjoy the music. It's perfect for anyone getting back into it after years of avoiding (like me) or just to tone up and loose inches without trying too hard. The cost is much less than what I thought and the flexibility of the different memberships offered is just great. The staff are always making sure you are in the correct position (like a personal trainer would) and it's like riding a bike, once you've been a few times your brain just knows what each machine is supposed to do for you.

A great atmosphere and helpful friendly staff make Aliento a comfortable place for women of all ages and fitness levels to feel that they can achieve the results they are looking for. Results are achievable with gentle exercise.. so give it a go girls.

Aliento is a very enjoyable place for exercise, the staff are extremely friendly and helpfull and the atmosphere is very relaxing and everyone that attends is so friendly, I recommend Aliento to anyone that is looking to do some exercise, but doesn't want to go to a mainstream Gym. In 9 visits I lost 27.5cm and are very happy about that! I look forward to continuing at Aliento in 2013 and losing more and more cm's

A friend recommended Aliento after I expressed discomfort with the dreaded menopause. The last 2 years have been extremely distressing and frustrating dealing with weight gain, bloating, sleepless nights etc.etc.I joined late November 2012 and have just completed 21 sessions. I only wish I had known of Aliento back then. I can not believe what a difference it has made. For the first time in so long I feel comfortable in my body. The bloating has gone, I am sleeping, I have regained core strength and better still I have managed to lose 37.5 cm in 21 sessions as overall body measurement. It is a gentle but effective form of exercise.From the moment I enter and begin the climb up the stairs I enter a peaceful place for 'me time'.Management and staff are so understanding and helpful with a focus on the individual needs of each member.For the last 8 months I was putting up with a sore arm. The staff have worked with me to relieve the pressure, and build strength in it, I no longer wear my brace.A love of mine is the great outdoors and walking. The Australia Day long weekend I completed a Coastal walk of 22 km's, normally I would be sore & unable to move for days, I was nicely surprised to find all I experienced was just tired feet.The strength I have gained and the change in my body in such a short time at Aliento is beyond belief.I can not recommend it highly enough for fitness, well being, peace of mind and relaxation. I can't wait to step through the doors after a long day at the office. A big thank you to all the lovely ladies for working with me to get me feeling comfortable in my body once again.

A couple of months ago I came across an advertisement in my local paper which highlighted the exercise machines and supportive environment of Aliento which offered so much promise to my aching muscles and stiff joints. A free trial was offered so I decided to give it a go and was relieved to feel better after the first session. I made a commitment to my own health and well being that day and have not looked back, After each session I feel good and can move more easily, better still I feel happy! What I've learnt from my Aliento experience is that I'm not alone in the struggle to commence and continue an exercise routine. Chatting to other clients I've found we all share the desire to feel better within ourselves and with the friendly support and encouragement of the staff at Aliento this is achievable. Walking up the steps to start each session I'm inspired by the words 'relax, tone, heal' as this perfectly describes the feeling and atmosphere of Aliento












Aliento is fantastic. A friend recommended it to me and as my doctor had said I have to lose weight, I thought that going to Aliento would complement the controlled diet. I have now been dieting and going to 'gym' twice a week for just under 4 months and have lost a fantastic 75.5cm. I have dropped about 1 1/2 sizes in clothing. I am so happy. I feel so much better. I would definately recommend Aliento to anyone wanting to lose centimetres and tone while dieting to lose weight or just tone for those that don't want to lose weight. The staff are really helpful and friendly

After starting at Aliento 5 weeks ago I had my first measure and to my delight had lost more than 20 cm. The staff are fantastic, constantly assisting you, as well as extending your routine with exercise variations on all machines. Its more like a personal training session with lots of 1:1 encouragement, stimulation and care. I have always had a lower back problem and have noticed I now have much more flexibility and less discomfort. It is incredible that this has all happened in such a short time. If you needed another benefit with Aliento, it would be the atmosphere, which is not competitive, but friendly, supportive and positive. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Thank you Alison and team, you have rejeuvinated my enthusiasm to exercise again.

Having tried quite a few gyms I was very sceptical about trying one that is slightly alternative. I could not have been more wrong. I have lost 55 Cm's in total in 33 sessions (11 weeks) The staff have been absolutely amazing and so supportive. They know all their clients by name and everyone is greeted as if your are being welcomed into their own home. I would not hesitate to recommend Aliento to anyone who has not enjoyed the run of the mill gyms. This is like going to a Day Spa. A relaxing feelgood experience that is helping me get back in shape.

Ladies only gym - power assisted exercise equipment, if you are not a gym fan this is for you, in just 10 visits i have lost inches, several kilos and my lower back pain is almost non existent