about grit gym coolamon
Our Story
Who We Are
More Than Just a Gym
Grit Gym is a community-driven fitness space in Coolamon, built to support people of all ages and abilities. What started as a passion for movement and health has grown into a place where locals come together to train, improve, and support one another.
We’re not focused on being the biggest gym—we’re focused on being the most supportive. Whether you're new to exercise, returning after time away, or working towards performance goals, Grit Gym is here to guide you every step of the way.
OUR
VALUES
Growth
At Grit, growth is personal. It’s not about being the fittest—it’s about being better than yesterday. We celebrate effort, learning, and progress at every stage of your journey.
Resilience
We help you build resilience through consistency. Life throws challenges—we teach you to adapt, stay committed, and keep moving forward.
Integrity
We believe in training with purpose. Good technique, consistency, and respect for our bodies always come first.
Together
Community is everything at Grit. You’re not just joining a gym—you’re joining a team that supports, encourages, and grows together.
Meet Your Team
Coaches Who Care
Serinah Maddox
Founder & Head Coach
Serinah is a proud Coolamon local, mother of four, and PDHPE teacher with a deep passion for health and fitness. She is a qualified Personal Trainer, Matwork Pilates Instructor, and Nutritionist, with further study in women’s core and pelvic floor health.
Serinah founded Maddox Group Exercise in 2017, which has grown into Grit Gym—a thriving, inclusive fitness community. She is passionate about helping people build confidence, improve movement, and develop lifelong healthy habits.
Tanner Lewis
Lead Trainer
Tanner began her fitness journey through a school-based traineeship with Maddox Group Exercise, where she developed her passion for coaching. She is now a qualified Personal Trainer with additional training in working with older adults and individuals with disabilities.
Tanner also runs her own business within Grit Gym and is a registered NDIS provider, delivering personalised, inclusive training that supports each individual’s goals.
Jamie Maddox
Athlete Program Coordinator
Jamie is the co-founder of GRIT Gym and specialises in elite AFL and soccer-specific training. Drawing on his strong background in both sports, he coordinates our Talented Athlete Program (TAP), where his passion for youth development and high-performance training helps athletes reach their full potential.
Lawson Buchegger
Group Exercise Trainer
Lawson is undertaking a school-based traineeship and is partway through completing his Certificate III in Fitness. He leads our running sessions and supports athletes with tailored training programs, from 1km events through to full marathons.
Paul Billingham
Personal Trainer
A proud Coolamon local, Paul brings years of grassroots coaching experience through AFL and cricket, having coached his four boys and their mates. Renowned for his strong training ethic, he leads our supervised Open Gym for young people, building confidence, discipline, and strong relationships with those he works with. He is also available for Personal Training.
Join The Team
Start Training With Us
If you’re looking for a gym in Coolamon that values people, progress, and community—you’ll feel right at home at Grit Gym.
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri: 5AM to 8PM
Saturday: 7AM to 11AM
Sunday: by appointment only for sporting groups
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