Bendigo Colosseum

You have 45 mins to
Complete all checkpoints in any order
1. 1 lap of the QEO
2. Get a photo at the top of the poppet head
3. Get a photo of a possum
4. Climb the spider web on the play ground then do 25 box jumps or step ups on the stairs.
5. Climb the Bendigo senior stairs 5 times
6. Do 75 squats each at the conservatory
7. Do 30 Dips each at the rotunder
8. Get a photo of a bat (do not eat the bat)
9. Do 100 Star jumps at the fernery
10. Get a photo of 3 statues
11. Find Sarah find a surprise challenge

It is with great sadness that we announce that the Colosseum will be closing down.

With everything that is going on in the world right now head coach and owner Alex Harper has made the tough decision to close the gym.

With the uncertainty of what the future will hold with the Covid-19 situation, it is clear to us that this is the best course of action.

The last 3 years has been an amazing journey and the Colosseum has been blessed to have some of the best members and community a coach could ask for.

It’s been incredible to see our members’ development over that time, with so many PB’s and so many fun memories.

The Colosseum would like to thank everyone who has supported the gym during its time and we wish you all the best for your future fitness endeavours.

The Colosseum's final session is on this Saturday, 9am at Rosalind Park. Everyone is welcome for a free session.

🏛💜💪🏼

Bendigo Colosseum's member of the month for March Ewen!

Here’s a few interesting facts about Ewen
How long have you been at the Colosseum? I've been coming to the Colosseum for about 1 1/2 years
Occupation: Contract Manager
Favourite exercise: My favourite exercise is handstand push ups or running
Least favourite: Least favourite is overhead squats or burpees. Too many late burpees 😅
If there was one skill over the next few months that you wished you could acquire what would it be? The same as above 🙌🏼
Tell us something the gym members may not know about you? I am a pro gamer 💪🏼

Ever since classes have gone online Ewen has barely missed a beat, attending almost 100% of classes and really putting in the effort 💪🏼

He shows that there is no excuse to skip training and still get those fitness results.

On a side note Ewen still owes 25000 worth of late burpees that have tallied up over the years haha.

Bendigo Colosseum's member of the month for March Ewen!

Here’s a few interesting facts about Ewen
How long have you been at the Colosseum? I've been coming to the Colosseum for about 1 1/2 years
Occupation: Contract Manager
Favourite exercise: My favourite exercise is handstand push ups or running
Least favourite: Least favourite is overhead squats or burpees. Too many late burpees 😅
If there was one skill over the next few months that you wished you could acquire what would it be? The same as above 🙌🏼
Tell us something the gym members may not know about you? I am a pro gamer 💪🏼

Ever since classes have gone online Ewen has barely missed a beat, attending almost 100% of classes and really putting in the effort 💪🏼

He shows that there is no excuse to skip training and still get those fitness results.

On a side note Ewen still owes 25000 worth of late burpees that have tallied up over the years haha.

The Colosseum has had to make some very tough calls the last few weeks.
We are sad to announce that we are no longer operating at 94 Rowena Street East Bendigo.

This is not the end of the Colosseum though 💪🏼

We have gone to online training that you can do from your very own home. Using the app Zoom we are still connecting with our members with 2 online classes per day and a program that you can do outside of those class times.

We have loaned out every last bit of equipment to our members so they can keep achieving their goals at home.

Our memberships have been reduced to $20 per week for unlimited classes and home workouts.

When this Covid 19 virus saga is over you can guarantee the Colosseum will be back in a new location, bigger and better.

Stay safe and keep training hard 💪🏼🏛️ @ Bendigo Colosseum

Congratulations to our member of the month for February Matt!
Here’s a few interesting facts about Matt:
How long have you been at the Colosseum? 10 months
Occupation: I'm a welder
Favourite exercise: Power cleans
Least favourite: Snatches
If there was one skill over the next few months that you wished you could acquire what would it be? Muscle-ups
Tell us something the gym members may not know about you?
I love race cars

Matt trains like a machine and you can tell from where he was day 1 and where he is today.
His ability to push hard and to constantly train is amazing, inspiring our other members to push themselves. Our Undercover Crossfitter 2.0 is kicking goals! @ Bendigo Colosseum

The Colosseum is running its own "Amazing Race" throughout Bendigo!

March 28th - meet at Lake Weeroona at 10am. The event will run for about 3-4 hours.

Teams must consist of 3 people and you will do various tasks throughout Bendigo with prizes to be won.

If you want to know more details or to register a team, please message our page.

Shoutout to these legends!!
Tonight some of our 12 week challengers participated in a tough Rosalind cardio session.
Lots of sweat and smiles 😅
How we love those stairs 😂😂 @ Rosalind Park

Congratulations to our member of the month for January Phil!
Here’s a few interesting facts about Phil
How long have you been at the Colosseum? 8 months
Occupation: Phlebotomist
Favourite exercise: Bench Press
Least favourite: Burpees
If there was one skill over the next few months that you wished you could acquire what would it be? Unassisted Pull-ups
Tell us something the gym members may not know about you?
When I first arrived in Australia in 2003 I only knew one person!

Phil has lost 18kg + since starting at the Colosseum 💪🏼 Phil's dedication has been amazing and he loves a chat about football (soccer).
Also goes for the mighty Man United ⚽⚽
Phil is also doing our 12 week challenge and I have a feeling he is going to get amazing results 🔥🔥 @ Bendigo Colosseum

There is still places left for our 12 week challenge starting this Tuesday the 28th of Jan.
Don't miss this opportunity to change your life 💪🏼
Message the page if interested.

Sign up now for our 12 week challenge and train for * FREE * this week - offer available to any new or returning members.
Our challenge starts on the 28th so not long now 💪🏼

Congratulations to our member of the month for December Dave!

Here’s a few interesting facts about Dave
How long have you been at the Colosseum? 6ish months
Occupaton: Young Adult Pastor at Connect Church
Favourite exercise: Power cleans
Least favourite: Hand stand push-ups and other co-ordination required exercises
If there was one skill over the next few months that you wished you could acquire what would it be?
Oragami skills and lifting big weight skills to take on a cloud-like physical appearance.
Tell us something the gym members may not know about you?
I have a ridiculously impressive cactus and snow globe collection. I also really struggle with people who aren’t punctual and disorganised. There’s really no excuse for it.

Dave is now a big part of the Colosseum family, he gets around our members and social events. He also has been training hard coming to at least 4+ sessions each week. Keen to see what the next few months has instore for him, his 2020 goal is not to be late to any classes 😉

Bendigo Colosseum is hitting 2020 hard and on January 28th we are running our BIGGEST CHALLENGE EVER!
The goal is to start your 2020 off strong attacking those fitness goals head on.

✅ Lose weight
✅ Increase lean muscle mass
✅ Weigh and measures every 2 weeks (optional)
✅ Meal plan suited to your needs
✅ Experienced coaches
✅ Weekly challenges
✅ Goal setting workshops
✅ Plenty of prizes to be won
✅ Up to 30 sessions per week to come to
✅ Train hard with an amazing fitness family
❌ No calorie deficient diets
❌ Not starving the body
❌ It wont be easy (but you will see results if you work hard)

Theres is also a $250 cash prize for the person who loses the most body fat percentage.
There will also be membership prizes to be won.

Get in quick as there're limted spots available, contact the Bendigo Coosseum now to lock in your spot.

The Bendigo Colosseum ran its Bushfire Relief Fundraiser on Saturday, in partnership with The WOD Life. The gym was packed and everyone completed a very tough partner workout.
As a group we managed to raise over $200 for this worthy cause. Thank you to everyone who came along and donated 💪🏼💪🏼

Tomorrow the Colosseum is raising money with The Wod Life for a Bush Fire Relief Fundraiser.
There will be a 9am class that’s free for anyone to come along to but if you wish you may donate to a great cause at the end of the session (no pressure if you don't want to).
Hope to see as many people as possible tomorrow 💪🏼

What's your New Year's resolution??
The Colosseums new 2020 timetable starting now 💪🏼💪🏼

Bendigo Colosseum’s member of the month for November Caleb!!
Here’s a few interesting facts about Caleb
How long have you been at the Colosseum? - long enough to see 2 Christmas parties
Occupation: Filmmaker
Favourite exercise: Farmers carry
Least favourite: Overhead squats
If there was one skill over the next few months that you wished you could acquire what would it be? 3 unassisted muscle-ups in a row
Tell us something the gym members may not know about you? I've spent 3 days in the Malaysian jungle with no shelter no supplies other than a machete.

Caleb brings so much to the Colosseum, he is always smiling and full of postive energy.
You will see Caleb mostly at 6am classes bright and early.
Caleb has come such a long way since day 1, improving on all fitness abilities.

Caleb is also the business owner of Hebron Films (go check it out 📽🎬) @ Bendigo Colosseum

Colosseum Christmas party 3.0
Everyone loves a dress up party, drinks, lots of food and plenty of laughs 😂
What an amazing group of people to celebrate another fitness year with.
thanks for the amazing night legends!!

The Bendigo Colosseum is running a challenge during December that is FREE to all our members.
"DO IT DECEMBER"
The challenge is a way to keep our members focused and enthusiastic to finish off the year strong, so then they can indulge on Christmas Day 🍗🍰🎄

Places available for non-members too - send us a message if you’re keen to jump onboard!

It's that time of year again and the Colosseum has a special offer for you! Stuck on a gift for Christmas? Why not give the gift that keeps on giving? Offer ends on 25th December, but 6-week membership can be used anytime in 2020.
*Only new members can receive this deal!!

It may be just a drawing but this sums up the Colosseum to a tee. It’s amazing what little eyes can see and project onto the white board. Ellainah comes to the gym most nights with her Mum () and dad (), and you can tell by her amazing artwork that she enjoys being part of the Colosseum family as much as our members do!

Bendigo Colosseum’s member of the month for October Steve!!
How long have you been training at the Colosseum? Started 18 months ago
Occupation: Civil engineer
Favourite Exercise: Power and squat cleans
Least Favourite : Assault bike
If there is one skill you wish to achieve over the next few months what would it be? Getting better at double unders.
Something the gym members don't know about you: I own a little dog called Digger.

Steve is well known for his great smiles in all photos that he’s in. He is amazingly strong and throws around heavy barbells for his breakfast (does love a dukkah day also).
You will mostly see Steve in the afternoon doing his thing and he loves a chat with anyone.

💪🏼 @ Bendigo Colosseum

The Colosseum ran its 4th members-only fitness competition on the weekend.
It was a partner comp with 7 workouts, with the top 5 teams moving on to the final workout.
The atmosphere was amazing, each team pushing their limits.
Congratulations to our winning pairs 1st "The lads" Jake and Mitch, 2nd "Kick em to the Kirb" Josh and Rach, 3rd "Just a bit of BS" Sam and Brad.
Thanks to all the guys that came along, can't wait until the next one 😉

Bendigo Colosseum is having its 4th in-house fitness competition! We have 30 of our own members competing in the event that starts at 4pm and will finish at roughly 7pm. If you're free come pop your head in and see what it is all about. This competition will be different from any other competition with a list of events that are fun, challenging and unique.
Feel free to come down and support our athletes ❤

Bendigo Colosseum’s member of the month for September Wendy!!

How long have you been training at the Colosseum?
Started May 2018. 16 months.
Occupation: Chief Receptionist at Golden City Physiotherapy.
Favourite Exercise: Running.
Least Favourite : Overhead squats.
If there is one skill you wish to achieve over the next few months what would it be? Being consistent which would equate to being better at everything.
Something the gym members don't know about you:
I won the open women's K2 section - 1986 Murray River canoe marathon from Yarrawonga to Swan Hill.

Wendy has a heart of gold and always lifts the gym’s mood with her positive attitude - always smiling. Loves training at 6am and 9:30am sessions, she's always up for a chat but when it’s time to train she pushes herself hard.
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