Bodi HQ is a gym at 23a Main Highway in Ellerslie, Auckland, offering small group training, personal sessions and a fully equipped gym. Its website describes indoor and outdoor workout areas, daily classes led by trainers, and 3D body scanners that measure the body to track progress. A free consultation and a free tour let visitors try the equipment and watch a class before they decide. Parking is free in the allocated spaces, and the website says cars can also park around the office block outside the 8am to 5pm working hours.
The welcoming atmosphere is what reviewers mention most often. One had walked past for years assuming it was a corporate gym, then found a supportive, fun space where they could train alone or join a group and make friends. Another, who had come from Pilates and felt nervous about gym culture as a beginner, said the trainers made them feel at ease. HIIT classes and friendly instructors come up often too, and one reviewer mentions a six-week challenge. The website says the gym welcomes everyone whatever their fitness level. Our pick in Ellerslie for a gym that feels friendly to beginners.