Tru The Real You is a women's-only gym in Frankton, Queenstown, located in Rees House at the Remarkables Park Town Centre, above NOOD. Founded by Carla and born in Queenstown before growing to a second club in Christchurch, Tru was created to give women of all fitness levels a welcoming, supportive and comfortable place to focus on their health and wellbeing.
Every part of the club has been designed with intention — from the layout and equipment to the team, the programs and the community — so members can train at their own pace, free from judgment and surrounded by encouragement. Whether you're just starting your fitness journey or working towards new goals, the focus is on helping women build strength, improve their health and feel empowered every step of the way.
Members enjoy access to the club seven days a week from 5:00am to 10:00pm, with staff on site Monday to Thursday, 10:00am to 6:00pm, and Friday, 10:00am to 1:00pm. Email the team to book a tour and see the facilities for yourself before joining.
Tru The Real You — known simply as Tru — is a women's-only gym in Frankton, Queenstown, set within Rees House at the Remarkables Park Town Centre, directly above NOOD. From the moment you walk in, the club is designed to feel different from a typical gym: clean, modern and welcoming, with an atmosphere built entirely around women feeling comfortable enough to focus on their own health and wellbeing.
The club's philosophy is summed up in the three words on its story page: Stronger, Together. Tru welcomes women of all fitness levels, from complete beginners just starting their fitness journey to experienced members working towards new goals. The emphasis is on training at your own pace in a judgment-free environment, surrounded by encouragement rather than pressure.
Tru was founded by Carla, whose goal was simple: to create a space where women could feel comfortable, supported and confident from the moment they walked through the door. In her founder's note, she explains that every part of Tru has been designed with intention — from the layout of the clubs and the equipment chosen, to the team, the programs and the community growing around them.
That attention to detail reflects a belief that when women feel comfortable, supported and enjoy being part of a community, fitness becomes something they can stick with for life. What started in Queenstown has since grown to a second club in Christchurch, and Carla's stated vision is to build New Zealand's leading women's fitness brand. But Queenstown remains where it all began.
The Queenstown gym and studio are described as a destination for strength and wellness — a thoughtfully designed space intended to make members feel confident, supported and motivated from the moment they arrive. The environment is kept clean and modern, and the tone is warm rather than intimidating.
Because Tru is women's-only, members can train without the self-consciousness that many women describe feeling in mixed gyms. Whether your focus is building strength, improving general health, or simply establishing a routine you genuinely enjoy, the club's setup and team are geared towards helping you stay consistent.
One of Tru's most practical features is its extended member access. Members can use the club seven days a week, from 5:00am to 10:00pm — early enough for a workout before work or the school run, and late enough for an evening session.
The club is staffed Monday to Thursday from 10:00am to 6:00pm and Friday from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Those are the best times to drop in with questions, get guidance from the team, or look through the facilities.
Tru offers membership options, including a Premium Membership tier. If you're considering joining, the team encourages you to get in touch — you can email to book a tour and see the space for yourself before committing.
The Queenstown club can be reached on 03 451 0024 or at [email protected]. Whether you're new to exercise or returning after a break, Tru's pitch is a straightforward one: a welcoming, supportive space where women of every level can build strength, improve their health and feel empowered — one visit at a time.