Dig Deep. Shine.

Small Group & PT Fitness in Somersby, coached by Dools.

What if you could look and feel great every day?

Imagine energy that lasts all day, real confidence, and finally loving the body you're in. At The Mine, we make lasting change simple, supported and genuinely rewarding.

What makes The Mine different?

  1. A coach who has lived it. Every session is designed and delivered by Dools, a qualified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Nutrition Coach who transformed his own health and made the cover of Australian Men's Fitness in 2017.

  2. Honest training that gets results. No hype and no fads. Just effective, science backed methods that get you real results, efficiently and safely.

  3. Personal attention in a small group. Dools knows your name, your goals and any injuries, and adjusts every session around you.

  4. Functional training for real life. YBells, slam balls, battle ropes and cables build strength and fitness you'll feel in everyday life.

  5. Close to home. A short drive from Kariong, Somersby, Point Clare, Mangrove, Central Mangrove, Mangrove Mountain, Calga, Glenworth Valley, Mount White and Peats Ridge.

The Mine is for you if:

  1. You want to lose fat, build muscle, and look and feel your very best.

  2. You're tired of feeling tired and want your all-day energy back.

  3. You've had a recent health scare and want to urgently prioritise your health.

  4. You want to just turn up and know you're getting a high quality workout, without the guesswork.

  5. You want a personalised workout, rather than a another commercial gym experience.

  6. You like things simple but effective.

Meet Coach Dools

I know what it's like to feel stuck in a bad health phase.
For years I carried extra weight and dragged myself through the day, constantly tired. I tried countless diets and workout fads, and mostly learned what doesn't work.
My turning point came when two of Australia's leading fitness transformation coaches became my mentors. Under their guidance, through consistent group training and a dedicated health challenge in 2017, I completely transformed. That September, I landed the cover of Australian Men's Fitness.
That experience lit a fire in me to help others do the same, so I created The Mine in Somersby. It's more than a gym. It's a community built on proven methods, steady support and a shared commitment to better health.
If you're ready for your own transformation, I'd love to train with you. Let's start your journey together.

  1. Qualified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor and Nutrition Coach

  2. Mentored by two of Australia's leading fitness transformation coaches

  3. Cover of Australian Men's Fitness, September 2017

  4. Known as The T1000 for an obsession with perfect technique

  5. Natural, always: no steroids, peptides or performance enhancing drugs

Inside The Mine

Walk in under the emerald lights and you'll feel the difference straight away.
Friendly faces, genuine encouragement and a shared commitment to progress.
Whether you're brand new or ready to push your limits, you're not just a member here, you're part of the family.

What's on the floor

  1. Force USA G3 power rack with cable attachments

  2. Force USA compact Leg Press and Hack Squat machine

  3. Two height adjustable Cable Towers

  4. Freak Athlete machine

  5. Ybells, Barbells, Dumbbells, Kettlebells

  6. Landmine with Row Bar

  7. Magnetic Resistance Sled & Sled track

  8. Treadmill & Rowing Machine

  9. Slam balls, battle ropes, TRX and resistance bands

  10. Benches and Reebok Steps

Timetable

Small group sessions run every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday morning.

  1. 5:45am - 6:45am (Mon, Wed, Fri)

  2. 6:45am - 7:45am (Mon, Wed, Fri)

  3. 7:45am - 8:45am (Mon, Wed, Fri)

  4. 10am - 11am (Sunday)

Memberships

Choose Your Approach (1 of 3 training options)

Every membership includes 3 small group sessions a week, coaching with Dools, group accountability, an Emerald Fitness training tee, the Emerald Fitness app, your first week free, no lock in contract and a money back guarantee.

1. Build Your Fitness

$199

Every 4 weeks.

  1. Small Group Training

  2. Speed: 1 to 6 months.

  3. Difficulty: challenging but rewarding.

  4. Sustainability: high.

  5. Lose weight, build muscle definition and improve your health by lifting your fitness one level at a time. High success rate.

  6. Also includes a personalised nutrition assessment, weekly nutrition and health challenges, and optional at home workouts.

2. Transform Your Fitness

$699

8 weeks, one payment.

  1. Small Group Training.

  2. Speed: 8 weeks.

  3. Difficulty: extreme.

  4. Sustainability: low.

  5. An honest warning: this takes total commitment every single day for 8 weeks.

  6. High risk, high reward, and most people are better served by Pace and Progress.

  7. Also includes personalised at home workouts, a personalised nutrition assessment, the transformation nutrition package and daily coaching check ins.

3. Personal Training

$69

Per Training Session

  1. Personal Training.

  2. For the best results and a custom time dedicated to you.

  3. Speed: you choose

  4. Difficulty: you choose

  5. Sustainability: high

  6. Includes personalised at home workouts, a personalised nutrition assessment, the transformation nutrition package and daily coaching check ins.

How to Start

Your first week is on me

  1. Send your details. Fill in the form below and Dools will get back to you the same day.

  2. Have a quick chat. Talk through your goals, any injuries and the session times that suit you.

  3. Train free for a week. Join the sessions, meet the crew and feel how The Mine works.

  4. Choose your membership. Only if you love it. No pressure and no lock in contract.

Helping you thrive

"I can confidently say he is one of the best personal trainers I’ve ever come across. He is incredibly professional, compassionate, and truly understands the needs of his clients. From the very first session, it was clear that he not only knows his stuff but is also deeply committed to helping his patients recover and thrive."

Sarah

Injuries & Strength

"Awesome Coach Dools works with your fitness level. He has helped me with some niggling injuries and helped me build my strength. Caring and passionate coach."

Anita

Enquiry Form

Ready to get in the best shape of your life, close to home, with a supportive group around you? Add your details below and Dools will get back to you today.

Contact Us

Unit 6, 15 Kangoo Road, Somersby NSW 2250
0413 111 376
[email protected]

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