Chani - Independence
Javier - Back Pain and Strength
Sarah - Mental Health
Alex - Powerlifting
Alison - Functional Strength
Tom - Injury Rehabilitation
Ryan - Accountability
Athletes We’ve Worked With
BRETT GIBBS
World Champion Powerlifter - IPF open 2015/2018 | Junior 2014
I met with Laurent and the team immediately after partially tearing my quad while squatting one day. They really made me feel welcome at ONI, scheduling me in very quickly and ensured I was doing everything I could to get back to 100% ASAP which was the most important thing for me.
Setting expectations, explaining potential causes and rehabilitation exercises in a clear and concise manner really set me up for what was a hugely successful rehab of the torn quad. A mere 8 weeks later I was able to squat the World Record of 299kg @ 83kg body weight with confidence.
Had I not gone to ONI right away I 100% doubt I would've been able to achieve that result. I want to thank you guys for all of the help and effort you put into sports rehab and development of athletes as a whole.
TYLER SIMPSON
NZ’S STRONGEST MAN 2019 (105KG)
I've been using Laurent and the ONI team since 2017 (before it was officially ONI). The knowledge and expertise of the Oni crew is outstanding. They have helped with rehab on a couple of injuries that would have taken me out of strength sports, but with correct exercise was able to come back. Also working on prehab and fixing the smaller muscle groups is probably the best thing I could have done.
Luke Fiso
4 X CROSSFIT PACIFIC REGIONALS ATHLETE
Laurent and the team at ONI are awesome, they helped keep our athletes healthy through the CrossFit Open and helped me personally prepare for the 2018 CrossFit Pacific Regionals. Laurent is so passionate about creating good movement and developing world-class athletes.
Sam Andrews
IFBB PRO
NZIFBB NATIONALS OVERALL MEN'S PHYSIQUE (PRO CARD)
If you're looking to make better movements in training, leading to all round better engagement and effective use of muscle, get in touch with ONI. I've learnt a ton from them about the importance of mobility!
Jared Beckett
3 X NZ CHAMPION POWERLIFTER
2 X OCEANIA CHAMPION POWERLIFTER
I’m lifting mostly pain free for the first time in months now and it’s thanks to ONI, and I’m stoked to say I’ll be working with them. If you’re having flexibility or pain issues then hit them up – it’s cool to be hardcore but pain shouldn’t be a feature of your lifting.
Michael 'Magic' Mikaere
5 x CrossFit Games Regional Individual
It's been great to be able to get in to ONI and get on the Assault Air Runner in preparation for this year's CrossFit Games Regionals. Outside of the running aspect, we've been working on my movement, uncovering deficiencies in certain patterns, which has been amazing for training so far and ensuring longevity.
Luke Fairbairn
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
ADCC NZ Champion 100kg Division
ADCC NZ Champion Absolute Pro Division
I have been working with Laurent for around a year now helping me to perform better as a jiu jitsu athlete. Laurent has helped me fix injuries, bullet proof my body and gain immense amounts of strength, speed and power all while understanding the demands on my body from my actual sport.
In an industry filled with bro science and random trial and error guesswork, Laurent and his team actually understand the science behind performance and apply it in a way that gets results. Couldn’t recommend them more!
Kelvin Liang
Snowboarding Athlete
If you want real results, ONI is the place to go. Laurent and his team are on another level when it comes to training and performance. In just two months, they helped me increase my horizontal jump by 17cm and smash a new 300kg leg press PR.
The impact on my snowboarding has been huge: I’m stronger, faster, more resilient, and able to ride longer without worrying about injuries. The programming at ONI doesn’t only help with lifting heavier weights or burning calories but also it’s more about unlocking your potential in sport and life.
Whether your goal is fat loss, general fitness, or peak athletic performance, ONI delivers. There’s simply nothing else like it in Wellington. ONI is the chosen one.
Drew Fraenkel-Roko
Muay Thai
NZ ISKA Champion
Working with Laurent at ONI has been a game changer for me. I didn’t explore the weights side of fitness nor strength and conditioning at all prior to working with ONI. After working together for about 4 months I’m confident when it comes to this part of my training and have made serious gains to my strength, speed and general fitness.
I’ve also been guided every step of the way with a personal tailored plan to meet the needs of my sport. Laurent and his team have made sure I’m all sussed with this new side of my training. I couldn’t recommend this team or this gym enough!
Sally Neal, INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S ULTIMATE PLAYER
Liam's knowledge and expertise has been invaluable in getting our team prepared for the World Championships later this year. He is careful to spend time with each athlete when running a group session, and ensures that they are moving as they should while providing useful feedback along the way. The training plans he has developed for our team are well thought out and tailor made for the movements we need most
Wade Phillips, IPF Powerlifter
It's been awesome working with Laurent. Working on my weaknesses has been one of the best advantages of working with Laurent, aiming to make my approach to Powerlifting the most well-rounded and bulletproof to get me to the world stage in the future.
SEAN HOWE, INTERNATIONAL DISCUS AND SHOTPUT
I've been competing at an international level and training as a high performance athlete for many years and I can safely say I have never come across a more helpful, thoughtful team than the personal trainers at ONI. They can cater to a massive range of clients, rehabilitation for injuries, pro athletes, aspiring fitness gurus or just the average person who wants to shed the love handles, you will never find a more "PERSONAL" personal training provider than these guys.
Anyone in the Wellington area looking to better themselves and Become Invincible need look no further. ONI has got you covered.PHIL LUKE, NZ ARMY SHOOTING TEAM & MUAY THAI FIGHTER
Truly phenomenal for building the body. Nutritional and muscle therapy services are amazing. Highly recommend.
TAISON PELMAN, INTERNATIONAL MENS ULTIMATE PLAYER
Liam is a great trainer who puts a lot of time and effort into his clients, helping them become the best they can be. His focus on correct form and movement helps prevent injuries and strains, and his positive and fun attitude makes every session an absolute blast.
NATHAN V, VOLLEYBALL PLAYER
This place fixed my knee injury that I've been living with for 4 years and I honestly didn't think it was possible. Definitely recommending ONI to everyone.
Sally Neal, International Women's Ultimate Player
Liam's knowledge and expertise has been invaluable in getting our team prepared for the World Championships later this year. He is careful to spend time with each athlete when running a group session, and ensures that they are moving as they should while providing useful feedback along the way. The training plans he has developed for our team are well thought out and tailor made for the movements we need most - also providing adjustments for any injuries that teammates are carrying. Liam is fantastic - can't recommend him enough!
EDD GOUGH, ARCHERY COACH
I have been training with Laurent for 6 months now, and have noticed a huge improvement in my strength, fitness, and mobility. I gained movement I didn’t know I’d lost and it’s made my lifts more effective and stopped my lower back pain. My archery has hugely improved in performance as a result as well. Laurent has helped me smash through a plateau I was stuck in for a long time, as someone who isn’t a fan of cardio or running for hours on a treadmill, Laurent was exactly what I’ve been looking for in a personal trainer: committed, knowledgeable, and creative.
JOSH G, BASKETBALL PLAYER
ONI. What more can I say other than great location in the CBD of Wellington, fantastic personal trainers and the facility has everything you need.
EMAN R. BASKETBALL PLAYER
Honestly, can't speak any higher about Laurent and his team at ONI. They took the stigma out of going to the gym with their friendly and professional attitude about personal training and I've been lucky to have had some great sessions there. I'd tried other places in Wellington but couldn't find a place that could help me figure out my own body in a safe space! Highly Recommended if you want to change the way you move and appreciate your body! A++
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