Move Studio Devonport

About Move Studio Devonport

Move Studio is a private fitness and performance training space tucked away in Devonport, Auckland. Founded and run by strength coach and former Black Sticks goalkeeper Hugh Biss, the studio offers a calm, focused environment designed to maximize your workout time without the distractions of a commercial gym.

Rooted in the philosophy of moving with purpose, Move Studio delivers tailored one-on-one personal training, dedicated athlete conditioning programs, longevity coaching, and outdoor boot camps along nearby Narrow Neck Beach. With decades of high-performance coaching experience across multiple sports, Hugh works closely with everyday locals and competitive athletes alike to build lasting strength, endurance, and everyday physical resilience. Complementary offerings include home gym setup consulting, sports photography, and guided mountain biking trips.

Move Studio Devonport: Purpose-Driven Fitness and Performance Training

Tucked down Devon Lane in the heart of Devonport, Move Studio offers a distinctive alternative to the crowded, high-noise atmosphere of standard commercial gyms. Created by experienced strength coach Hugh Biss, the studio is built around an uncompromising ethos: train with intention, develop true physical capability, and move like your life depends on it. Whether preparing for competitive sports or simply investing in lifelong health and vitality, Move Studio provides a calm, focused environment dedicated to purposeful movement.

High-Performance Experience in a Quiet Local Studio

Owner Hugh Biss brings decades of elite athletic and coaching credentials to the Devonport community. A former Black Sticks hockey goalkeeper, Hugh previously operated a successful training studio in Wellington before relocating to Auckland. His coaching background includes training international stars such as Silver Fern netball legend Irene van Dyk, Commonwealth Games swimming medalist Gareth Kean, top New Zealand tennis players like Rubin Statham, and Olympic freestyle skier Liam Richards. Additionally, Hugh served as a specialist goalkeeper coach for New Zealand national hockey teams during major campaigns, including the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Despite his extensive background in high-performance sport, Hugh places equal value on helping everyday community members. His coaching philosophy emphasizes that physical fitness is an obligation not only to oneself, but to family and friends who rely on your strength, endurance, and resilience in daily life. At Move Studio, this perspective translates into tailored programs that build practical, lasting physical capability without unnecessary gimmicks.

Tailored Programs from the Studio to the Beachfront

The offerings at Move Studio span private one-on-one sessions, specialized sports programming, and outdoor community workouts:

• **Personal Training:** Individualized coaching designed to make the most of every minute of training time, keeping clients focused and progressing efficiently toward their personal health and strength targets.
• **Move Studio Sessions:** Workouts conducted within the private Devon Lane space, which pairs dedicated functional equipment with a serene, unhurried atmosphere.
• **Outdoor Boot Camps:** Dynamic group fitness sessions held on the sand at nearby Narrow Neck Beach, combining fresh coastal air with varied functional bodyweight and resistance exercises.
• **Athlete Development:** Comprehensive physical preparation covering strength, speed, stability, and rotational power, with specialized focus areas in tennis, hockey, golf, skiing, and cycling.
• **Longevity Coaching:** Targeted fitness designed to maintain functional independence, joint integrity, and energy across every stage of life.

Lifestyle and Advisory Services

Beyond training on the gym floor, Move Studio extends its support into broader active lifestyle services. Hugh provides home gym setup consultations to help locals design functional workout spaces at home, advising on equipment selection and layout. An avid mountain biker, he also leads guided trail trips through premier riding destinations like Woodhill, Rotorua, Taupo, and Wellington. The studio also offers professional photography sessions, capturing everything from client progress portfolios and fitness milestones to intimate family gatherings.

Signature items

• Personal Training
• Move Boot Camp
• Athlete Training
• Move Studio Session
• Home Gym Consultation
• Mountain Bike Guiding

Menu

Gym Shop

• Gym Shop Products — A selection of fitness equipment and gear available through the studio shop.

Other Services

• Home Gym Set Up Consultations — Consulting on suitable fitness equipment, functional space layout, and aesthetics for private home gyms.
• Individual Photography Sessions — Portraits, before-and-after fitness tracking photos, passport photos, and personal marketing portfolios.
• Group Photography Sessions — Photography coverage for special occasions, small weddings, and family outings.
• Mountain Bike Guiding — Guided day trips or weekend mountain bike tours across trails in Rotorua, Taupo, Wellington, or Woodhill with some gear available.

Training Services

• Personal Training — One-on-one tailored coaching focused on maximising training time and reaching fitness goals faster.
• Move Studio Training — Private and focused workouts inside the unique, tranquil Devonport training space.
• Athlete Training — Sport-specific performance training programs tailored to individual athletic demands and disciplines.
• Move Boot Camp — Regular outdoor group fitness sessions held on the beachfront at Narrow Neck Beach in Devonport.
• Longevity Training — Programs structured around building long-term functional physical capability, strength, and mobility.
• Move Tennis Training — High-performance conditioning programs tailored specifically for tennis athletes.
• Move Hockey Training — Specialised conditioning and goalkeeper performance training for hockey players.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Move Studio located?

The studio is located at 4 Devon Lane in Devonport, Auckland.

Who runs Move Studio?

Move Studio is owned and operated by Hugh Biss, a former Black Sticks goalkeeper, strength coach, and personal trainer.

What types of training does Move Studio offer?

Training options include personal training, private studio sessions, athlete conditioning programs, longevity coaching, and outdoor boot camps.

Where do the outdoor boot camps take place?

Outdoor boot camp sessions are held regularly at Narrow Neck Beach in Devonport.

Does Move Studio work with beginners or only elite athletes?

While Hugh coaches national and international athletes, he regularly trains everyday individuals looking to improve their general strength, fitness, and vitality.

What additional services are offered beyond fitness coaching?

Move Studio also offers home gym design consultations, photography services, guided mountain bike trail trips, and a gym retail shop.

How can I get started or book a session?

You can contact Hugh directly via email at hugh@movestudio.co.nz or by calling 027 242 6975.

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