Our family has had the privilege of working with Mark Minichello for the past year and a half. We were initially introduced to Mark to support our then 16-year-old son in pursuing his athletic goals. From our first meeting, Mark shared his philosophy on the importance of building a strong, stable foundation before progressing into heavier strength training—a concept that challenged our son’s existing routine and required him to take a temporary step back from intensive lifting. Despite some initial hesitation, our son committed to Mark’s program—and it has turned out to be one of the best decisions we’ve made. Mark’s holistic approach views the body as an integrated system. He focuses on foundational strength and movement patterns that evolve into safe, sustainable training practices. Mark’s expertise extends well beyond the gym. He consistently educates our entire family on optimal recovery strategies, nutrition, and overall health and wellbeing. His deep knowledge and firsthand experience in elite sports have also been invaluable in guiding our son’s journey toward his NRL aspirations. In fact, Mark’s impact has extended across our whole family. Our other sons now work with him as well, including one recovering from a dislocated shoulder—where Mark’s careful guidance helped us avoid surgery altogether. We’ve also referred friends whose children have gone on to thrive under his training. The results we’ve seen speak volumes. Mark’s knowledge, experience, and genuine care make him a standout in his field. We couldn’t recommend him more highly to any family looking to build strength, resilience, and long-term wellbeing through a truly holistic lens.

Denise, Mother of 4 Boys, Rugby League