Mansfield will soon welcome a brand new, state-of-the-art gym with the launch of Mansfield Training Lab, a facility designed to bring Melbourne-style fitness to the High Country.

Owner James “Jimmy” Riedel, who has more than a decade of experience as a personal trainer and gym operator, said the idea grew from a gap he noticed when moving to Mansfield.

“My background was in training professional athletes — AFL, netball, even people doing ultramarathons and altitude work — but when we came here, I saw there wasn’t anyone running circuit-based fitness,” said Jimmy.

“The demand kept getting bigger, so my partner Romy and I decided to go all in and build something based on the knowledge I’ve picked up in the industry.

“We wanted a gym that really focuses on boxing, strength and conditioning, and everyday functional movements.”

The new gym will specialise in boxing, HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) and group fitness, with three sessions each morning, three in the evenings, and weekend classes.

Members will also have access to the gym during the day, with brand new equipment, full amenities, and even a sauna.

Jimmy said the goal was to create a supportive but high-energy environment where locals can see real results.

“Every 45-minute session will have people zigzagging between boxing, strength and conditioning, getting the vibe up and a good sweat on,” he said.

“Members will build confidence through learning boxing, they’ll burn 500 to 800 calories a session, and most importantly, they’ll be part of a tight-knit community.

“It’s a professional environment with some of the best programming you’ll find.”

Alongside Jimmy, head coach Tahlia will be moving up from Melbourne to lead group training.

With years of experience and qualifications as a nutritionist, she will bring top-tier expertise to the new facility.

Jimmy also acknowledged the support of locals in bringing the project together.

“We couldn’t have done it without Bill Hunt, a local chippy, who pulled all the trades together to make it happen in a tight timeframe,” he said.

Mansfield Training Lab is set to open this Saturday, 4 October with both Jimmy and Romy excited to welcome the community into the purpose-built space.

Located just off Dead Horse Lane, nestled behind Kyalan Mechanical Repairs, the gym is well sign posted, with the pair both on-site throughout the week, happy to show you around the gym and explain the class timetable.