Local legends are made here!

Sunny Gymz is proud to have been part of the Whakatane community since 1985.

Today the gym is owned and operated by Marty and Sian, both born and raised here in the lovely Eastern Bay of Plenty. Equally passionate about health & fitness, they started out as members at Sunny Gymz over twenty years ago and became hooked gym-goers where Marty progressed as a competitive bodybuilder. In 2007 they stepped up to continue the Sunny Gymz legacy and take it into the future.

Says Marty, "Sunny Gymz is more than just a gym, we are a community and a whanau. We're here to support each other, to motivate each other, to challenge each other - and to have a lot of fun along the way. We'd love to have you join us."

Meet the Sunny Gymz team

Our people are what keep our members coming back for more. Our experienced, super-friendly team keep it fun, keep it fresh and are here to help you reach your personal best.

Marty NiaoDirector

Sian McEwanDirector

Broadie MelbourneStaff

Carlene PoingaStaff & Instructor - Bodypump

Hailey JorgensenStaff & Instructor - Bodypump

JarrahInstructor - Bodystep, Bodybalance, GRIT Strength, Bodyjam

Robin FlemingInstructor - Bodypump

Graham GreenwoodInstructor - Bodystep, Bodyattack

Amy became actively involved in the fitness after breaking her back in 2010 and realising that remaining physically fit and strong was important. In 2014 she became a certified Les Mills group fitness instructor for Sunny Gymz. Says Amy ‘I love every single day that I can inspire, challenge and support members to reach their goals! The team and members at Sunny Gymz are my second family and I am proud to be part of this team!’ Outside from instructing, Amy manages a team in the Ministry of Primary Industries administering the Emissions Trading scheme as well as being a mum to her gorgeous daughter. Her favorites: exercise (burpees & tuck ups), healthy meal (crisp fresh salad), cheat meal (pork ribs or buffalo wings NY style), quote ‘become the better you by challenging your game’.

Amy SmithInstructor - Bodypump, Bodyattack, GRIT Strength

Shane BaillieInstructor - Bodypump

Ian HamilInstructor - Yoga

Kelly SnellInstructor - RPM

Becca BylsmaInstructor - Yoga

"A great place to get fit"

"They have friendly staff and a pleasant vibe. Like the rest of Whakatane, there is a relaxed feeling to the gym that says "Take your time. Enjoy yourself."

Angus Lilley