About us
At State of Fitness, we are redefining personal training with a client-focused approach built on excellence, connection, and long-term results. Established in 2020 by Dylan Jones during the height of the pandemic, our mission is clear: to create an unsurpassable standard for personal training and empower 1,000 people to take control of their health, fitness, and life outside of the gym.
We believe that fitness is more than just workouts—it’s about transforming how you look, move, feel, and perform, all while becoming part of a community of high-performing individuals.
- At State of Fitness, we know that every person is unique, and our training reflects that
- Our personal trainers create tailored programs designed specifically for your goals, lifestyle, and needs.
- We look beyond just movement patterns to truly understand what drives you and create a plan that delivers measurable, long-term results.
- From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll experience a supportive, welcoming atmosphere like no other gym in Melbourne.
- Our goal is to make every session fun, engaging, and productive.
- We foster an environment that encourages you to be your best self, inside and outside the gym.
- Our coaches are more than just trainers—they are dedicated professionals who care about you as a person.
- They will help you overcome your challenges, celebrate your successes, and keep you motivated every step of the way.
- We believe in building strong relationships with our members to ensure their fitness journey is both enjoyable and successful.
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Our Core Values: The Heart of What We Do
Communication
Connect with Our Customers
Radical Transparency
NOT YOUR
ORDINARY FITNESS
PERSONAL TRAINERS
At State of Fitness, we pride ourselves in creating a training environment that is welcoming, educational and tailored to each individual needs and goals. We are a community of like minded people seeking self-improvement. We are here for you, and we thrive off enabling our members with the support and resources to take control of their own health and fitness journey. We believe in long-term sustainable results over quick fixes. We understand that each person is different. This is why no session or program is the same.
OUR EXPERIENCE
Team of expert Coaches
DYLAN JONES
Founder & Coach
Dylan has been heavily involved in the health and fitness industry since 2009 with a passion for helping his clients move, feel and perform their best. Originally from Western Australia, Dylan’s career moved him to Melbourne in 2011 and has taken him to Florida in 2017 to work with major league baseball players and to learn from the best in the industry with a focus on rehabilitation and performance.
After years of working in the private sector, Dylan saw a gap in the industry specifically in client care, results and community so in 2020 ‘State of Fitness’ was launched to help clients locally, and abroad.
SCOTT SIMPSON
Operational Manager, Coach & Superstar
Scott started his path towards strength and rehabilitation as a young athlete, seeing first-hand the benefits of proper technique and programming in the gym. Graduating from William Penn University in Iowa, Scott studied Exercise Science while playing college baseball.
A coaching internship at Cressey Sports Performance in Massachusetts was Scott’s first position as he learned from the best in shoulder injury prevention and individualised strength training. These experiences now lead Scott to passionately empower people through strength training to be and feel healthy and strong.
Coach & Mr Energy!
Originally from Sicily, Alessandro has made Melbourne home over the past 7 years and brings a world of experience and energy into the gym. As a qualified exercise scientist, Alessandro has perfected his craft over the past 11 years of working in the health and fitness industry.
He prides himself on providing a unique and individual approach when training his clients, ensuring they master the basics to build a strong foundation and then progress to surpass their goals and expectations!
RUBY FRASER
Coach & Mind-Body Movement Specialist
With over 8 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Ruby brings a deep passion for movement, mindset, and resilience to every session. She has worked across a broad spectrum of the industry—from running her own business to collaborating with leading gyms and coaches—helping clients of all ages and backgrounds build strong, pain-free bodies and confident, self-reliant minds.
Ruby empowers clients to manage health, understand their bodies, and move freely with confidence, energy, and lifelong well-being.
Coach & All-Round Superstar
Alwyn is head of our Athletic Development with an extensive track record of coaching his athletes, and himself to success. Originally from Adelaide, Alwyn is a 10X Australian National Champion and Commonwealth Games medallist in triple jump. His unique insight into improving athletic performance is one of a kind.
Alwyn loves a laugh while being professional and educational with his coaching.
15-Minute Discovery Call
Connect with an expert trainer to discuss your fitness goals and how we can support you inside and outside the gym. If we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule your 1-on-1 consultation with us in the gym.
45-Minute In-Person Consultation & Assessment
We’ll meet to discuss and understand what you need from us to achieve your goals while holding you accountable. You’ll undergo an assessment to evaluate your starting point and how you move as an individual. If you’re happy to continue with us, we’ll confirm your training schedule and preferred payment method.
Between your consultation and your first booked session, we’ll craft your personalised programme, provide support, and get you onboarded.
Start Training – First Booked Session
Get ready, it’s time for your first session! Come into the gym and leave the rest to us! Regardless of the training option you choose, you’ll receive the support and guidance needed to ensure you understand exactly what’s happening with your training.
