A Catalyst coach guiding a mum through a bench exercise while her baby plays nearby at our Randwick gym

Strong through pregnancy.
Stronger after it.

Pre and postnatal training in Randwick and Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. Coaching that changes with you, from your first trimester to your return after birth, so you always know what's safe and what comes next.

A Catalyst coach kneeling beside a member to guide her through a dumbbell press at the Randwick gym
Every stage

Coached through every stage.

Your body changes week to week through pregnancy, and again after birth. A generic program can't keep up with that. Every session here is built around where you are right now, whether that's your first trimester or six months postpartum. Our coaches are pre and postnatal specialists who are parents themselves, and the program is overseen by a mum who has been through it.

01First trimesterKeep moving and stay consistent, with each session adjusted to how you're feeling that week.
02Second trimesterKeep building strength, with lifts and positions adapted as your bump grows.
03Third trimesterStay strong and mobile in the final weeks, with load and range managed session by session.
04PostpartumA steady return after birth. Pelvic floor and core first, then strength rebuilt at the pace your recovery allows.
Members moving through a coached mobility warm up on the gym floor at Catalyst Training Co Randwick
Who it's for

Is this right for you?

You're in the right place if you want coaching built around where your body is right now. Every trimester is different, so is every postpartum recovery, and your training should reflect that.

01First time mums who want to stay active through pregnancy, with a coach guiding every step
02Mums on their second or third pregnancy who want proper support while juggling everything else
03New mums ready to rebuild strength after birth, but unsure where or when to start
04Active women who want to train through pregnancy and come back stronger after birth
How it works

So much more than a session.

One to one coaching in Randwick with support that carries on between sessions. You get safety, structure and confidence from your first trimester right through to feeling strong again after birth.

01

A coach who's a parent

Your coach is a pre and postnatal specialist and a parent too. They know what you're going through because they've lived it, so you get expert technique and someone who genuinely understands.

02

Built for your stage

After your consultation we write a program for where you are right now, then adjust it week by week as your trimester, energy and body change. You'll always know what's safe for you today.

03

Pelvic floor and core

Safe, progressive pelvic floor and core work is part of every program. It's the foundation that supports you through pregnancy, birth and recovery, and it's what lets you lift with confidence again.

04

Strength after birth

We manage your load, keep an eye on how you're recovering and rebuild your strength step by step. You come back stronger, without rushing something that takes time to do properly.

05

Sessions that fit your life

Early mornings, evenings, around nap times and partner schedules. We work to your week, because the training you can keep turning up to is the training that changes things.

06

Support between sessions

A question after a rough night, or something you're not sure is normal. Your coach is there between sessions with answers and reassurance, so you never feel like you're doing this on your own.

A pregnant member lifting a barbell while her Catalyst coach guides her in Randwick
Start here

Train with confidence at every stage.

Every session is built around your stage, your body and your goals, so you're never left guessing what's safe or what comes next. Tell us where you're up to and we'll show you how we'd support you.

Pregnancy · Postpartum · Back to strength

The results

Real mums, real numbers.

Mums from Randwick, Coogee and across the Eastern Suburbs, training safely and getting stronger at every stage.

38weeks

How far Ariella trained with us, through all three trimesters

140kg

Mel's leg press, five months postpartum

4

Stages we coach, from first trimester to postpartum

5.0

Average rating from 61 reviews

Real mums, real results

Every mum starts with a few doubts

Almost every mum we coach in Randwick walks in with questions. Is it safe? Is now the right time? What can my body actually handle? That's completely normal. Here's what we tell them, and what happened next.

The first doubt

“Is it safe to train pregnant?”

Safety is where every program starts. Each session is planned around your trimester, your body and how you're feeling that week, by coaches who specialise in pre and postnatal training. Nothing is guesswork. You always know what's right for you today, and what comes next.

Ariella · Trained to 38 weeks

Ariella trained with us through all three trimesters, right up to 38 weeks. She stayed strong, mobile and confident for her whole pregnancy.

A new mum doing a dumbbell press with her coach at Catalyst Training Co Randwick while her baby plays nearby
The second doubt

“I'm too tired to train.”

And too busy, with a newborn at home. We hear it all the time, and we built this program for exactly that season of life. Your sessions fit around your days, not the other way around.

01Short, purposeful sessions that make every minute count
02Times that work around naps, partners and unpredictable days
03Most mums find training gives them more energy, not less
A postpartum mum doing a kneeling dumbbell press with her coach at Catalyst Training Co Randwick, her baby beside them
Mel's story

Mel, five months postpartum

“Hitting a 140kg leg press five months postpartum was huge.”

“Showing up week after week feels like a massive achievement on its own. But the little improvements really add up. Before you know it, they become big wins.”

“The sessions are designed specifically for postpartum women, with trainers who understand the changes your body is going through. They make sure you feel safe and confident.”

Mel · Randwick

I honestly didn't know where to start with training while pregnant. Catalyst made it so simple. Every session was safe, I knew exactly what I could and couldn't do, and coming back after birth felt manageable instead of overwhelming.

Emma · Coogee

Common questions

What mums ask us first.

Is it safe to train while I'm pregnant?

For most pregnancies, yes, with the right guidance. Every session is planned around your trimester, how you're feeling on the day, and anything your GP, obstetrician or midwife has told you. Our coaches specialise in pre and postnatal training, so nothing is guesswork, and if something doesn't feel right we change it on the spot. Ariella trained with us through all three trimesters, right up to 38 weeks.

When can I start training after giving birth?

There's no single week that suits everyone. It depends on your birth, your recovery and the go ahead from your GP, obstetrician or women's health physio. Once you're cleared, we start from where your body is today, rebuild your core and pelvic floor first, then add strength progressively. Some mums come to us a few months after birth, others more than a year later. Both are a great time to start.

I had a C section. Can I still train with you?

Yes. Recovering from a caesarean is a different process, and we coach it that way. Once you have clearance, we start gently, respect how your body is healing, and rebuild core strength before we ask more of it. Tell us about your birth when you enquire so your coach can plan around it from the first session.

What if I have abdominal separation or pelvic floor concerns?

Safe, progressive pelvic floor and core work is part of every program we write. If you've been told you have abdominal separation, or you're noticing leaking, heaviness or discomfort, tell us. We don't diagnose or treat, that sits with your women's health physio. What we do is work alongside their advice and choose exercises that help you get stronger without making things worse.

Do I need clearance from my GP or obstetrician?

It's always worth checking in with your GP, obstetrician or midwife before you start, and again after birth before you return to training. We're coaches, not doctors, so we never give medical advice. We work alongside your health professionals, build your sessions around their guidance, and adjust your program whenever that guidance changes.

Can I bring my baby?

Tell us your situation when you enquire. Every family's week looks different, and we'd rather talk it through with you honestly than promise something that doesn't suit you or your little one.

How often should I train?

Whatever your week can realistically hold. For some mums that's one session a week, for others it's two or three. Showing up consistently matters far more than doing a lot, especially with a newborn. We fit around early mornings, evenings, nap times and partner schedules, and your coach is there between sessions for questions and reassurance.

Start here

Tell us where you're up to.

Pregnant, newly postpartum or a year or more on, share your stage and what you want from training. One of our coaches in Randwick will be in touch about how we can support you.

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