Rob KeeganOwner | Strength & Performance Coach
Rob has spent decades helping people become stronger, more capable versions of themselves. As a New Zealand Registered Powerlifting Coach, he has guided lifters from complete beginners through to national-level competition while maintaining a strong focus on helping everyday members achieve real-world strength and confidence. Together with Cassie, Rob has helped lead Kumeu Gym through significant challenges, including rebuilding the gym after the devastating 2021 floods. His coaching style combines technical expertise with genuine encouragement, creating an environment where members of all ages and abilities can succeed. Specialties: • Strength Training • Powerlifting • Athletic Development • Performance Coaching • Long-Term Fitness Progress |
Cassie KeeganOwner | Women's Health & Menopause Coach
With more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Cassie is passionate about helping women feel strong, confident and empowered through every stage of life. She specialises in supporting women through perimenopause and menopause, combining evidence-based education with practical coaching that delivers sustainable results. As co-owner of Kumeu Gym, Cassie has helped build one of West Auckland's most welcoming fitness communities. Her approach focuses on strength, resilience and helping women understand the changes happening in their bodies so they can continue to thrive both inside and outside the gym. Specialties: • Perimenopause & Menopause Coaching • Women's Strength Training • Lifestyle Change • Weight Management • Healthy Ageing |
Nick GordonMovement & Rehabilitation Coach
With more than 30 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Nick is passionate about helping people move better, feel stronger and regain confidence in their bodies. His coaching focuses on functional movement, rehabilitation and building strength that improves everyday life, making him a trusted coach for members returning from injury, managing mobility challenges or simply wanting to stay active as they age. Nick's supportive and practical approach helps members develop confidence through movement while creating sustainable habits that support long-term health and wellbeing. Whether you're recovering from a setback or looking to improve your quality of life, Nick is dedicated to helping you achieve lasting results. Specialties: • Rehabilitation & Recovery • Functional Movement • Mobility & Balance • Healthy Ageing • Everyday Strength & Fitness |
Mo RafeiBoxing & Kickboxing Coach
Mo brings a lifetime of martial arts experience and international coaching expertise to Kumeu Gym. A former member of Iran's National Kung Fu Team, he has spent more than three decades competing, coaching and developing athletes across boxing, kickboxing and martial arts disciplines. Throughout his coaching career, Mo has worked with national champions, international competitors and everyday people looking to improve their fitness, confidence and self-belief. His classes combine technical skill, discipline and high-energy training in an environment that is both challenging and welcoming. Whether you're stepping into a boxing class for the first time or refining your competitive skills, Mo's passion for helping people grow shines through every session. Specialties: • Boxing • Kickboxing • Martial Arts • Technical Skill Development • High-Energy Group Training |
Cody RyanStrength & Conditioning Coach
Cody is passionate about helping people unlock their potential through intelligent, evidence-based training. With a strong background in strength and conditioning, he works with members to improve performance, build resilience and develop the confidence that comes from becoming stronger both physically and mentally. Combining modern coaching principles with personalised programming, Cody helps members train with purpose and achieve sustainable progress. Whether your goal is athletic performance, injury prevention, strength development or overall fitness, he is committed to helping you perform at your best and enjoy the process along the way. Specialties: • Strength & Conditioning • Olympic Lifting • Sports Performance • Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation • Individualised Programming |
Nathan KeeganMembership Administrator
Our son is a passionate and dedicated part of our team, bringing both energy and commitment to the business. With a strong interest in powerlifting, he trains regularly alongside his dad, Rob Keegan, a registered New Zealand Powerlifting Coach, and continues to build his knowledge and discipline in the sport. You’ll often find him at the front desk, where he plays a key role in welcoming members, assisting with memberships, and providing friendly, reliable customer service. His enthusiasm for fitness and genuine approach with people make him a valued member of both our team and our community. |
Millane RaynerExercise Physiologist & Rehabilitation Coach Millane is passionate about helping people move better, recover from injury and perform at their best. With a strong background in exercise physiology, rehabilitation and strength & conditioning, he takes an evidence-based approach to uncover the root cause of pain, movement limitations and performance barriers, creating personalised programmes that deliver long-term results. Believing that confidence is built through movement, Millane works with members to improve strength, restore function and develop resilience in both body and mind. Whether you're recovering from an injury, aiming to enhance sporting performance, or simply wanting to move with greater ease, his practical and supportive coaching style is focused on helping you achieve lasting results while enjoying the journey. Specialties:
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Stefan KumerichStrength & Conditioning Coach | Wrestling Coach | Personal Trainer
Stefan is passionate about helping people become stronger, move better and perform at their best. As an international-level wrestler and experienced strength coach, he combines elite sporting experience with practical coaching to help members of all ages and abilities achieve their fitness goals, whether that's building strength, improving athletic performance or developing greater confidence in the gym. A five-time New Zealand Wrestling Champion and Oceania Gold Medallist, Stefan understands what it takes to perform at the highest level. His coaching is built around structured, evidence-based programming that develops strength, power, movement and resilience while creating an enjoyable and supportive training environment. Whether you're an athlete chasing performance or simply looking to become the strongest version of yourself, Stefan is committed to helping you reach your full potential. Specialties:
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