WHO WE ARE
NORTH QUEENSLAND'S HOME OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING.
Forged Athletic was built for one reason. To give North Queensland athletes access to the same level of strength and conditioning that elite athletes use.
Since 2019, we've been showing athletes what's possible when they get a proper program built around them, not a generic gym session. In that time we've coached over 1,000 athletes, from seven year olds taking their first steps in the gym right through to elite level competitors chasing state and national selection.
We work with athletes across all walks of life. It doesn't matter what sport you play or what level you're at, the physical qualities that make you faster, stronger and harder to injure are built the same way.
That's what we do here, every single day.
MEET THE TEAM
NATHAN SOONG
DIRECTOR & HEAD COACH
Nathan holds a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science from James Cook University. With almost a decade of experience coaching athletes, working across acute injury rehabilitation, return to sport, and general population training, Nathan has built a wide skill set that lets him troubleshoot and prescribe exercise for even the most complex cases.
Throughout his career as a strength and conditioning coach, Nathan has worked across multiple sporting clubs and codes in both South East Queensland and North Queensland.
In 2024 Nathan brought that experience home to Townsville and opened Forged Athletic, built around one goal.
Give North Queensland athletes access to the same standard of coaching he'd experienced firsthand down south. Today that same standard runs through every session he coaches, whether it's a seven year old walking through the door for the first time or an elite athlete working their way back from injury.
JACK PEMBERTON
HIGH PERFORMANCE COACH
Danny has completed several certifications including the Australian University of Sports Medicine, the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He has a wealth of experience in personal training, strength training, and nutrition and is dedicated to helping his clients reach their fitness goals.
Danny understands the importance of a personalised approach and tailors his clients' training programs to their individual needs. He takes the time to get to know each of his clients and thoroughly assesses their fitness goals and capabilities. He then develops a plan of action for each client to ensure that they reach their desired goals.
Danny also takes the time to explain the importance of proper nutrition and its impact on overall health and fitness. He provides his clients with valuable nutrition advice to help them make healthy dietary choices.
WHAT WE DO
We offer a variety of services to provide you with the best possible outcome for your needs!
Athletic Performance
Individualised strength and conditioning for competitive athletes aged 12 and over.
Initial Performance Assessment
Individualised training program
Unlimited gym access
5 week training blocks
Use of recovery tools
Field sessions for free
Re-test to measure progressions and update training program
Injury Rehabilitation
Return-to-sport rehabilitation for athletes 18 and over. Athletes progress through five criteria-based phases, from protection through to full performance, rebuilding movement quality, strength and confidence at each stage. Rehab runs in partnership with your treating physio.
Field Sessions
Master the art of speed! We cater to both junior and senior field sport athletes.
What the session delivers;
Acceleration
Speed
Agility
Change of Direction
Conditioning
Group Classes
With the help of our experienced personal trainers, you can rest assured that you're getting the best nutrition planning services available.
Clinical Population
Exercise physiology services for referred clients: EPC plans through your GP (Medicare), NDIS participants, and DVA veterans maintaining activity and health. Access is referral-based — speak to your GP, plan manager, or DVA coordinator to arrange a referral into this service.
OUR CLIENTS
We have earned the trust and satisfaction from hundreds of clients by providing reliable, high-quality service. See what they're saying.
CURRENT PARTNERSHIPS
Thank you to all our partners that trust us to deliver the best outcomes for their athletes!
FIND US
Address
Unit 5/66 Pilkington Street, Garbutt
Operating Hours
MON - FRI:
5am - 11am
2pm - 7pm
SAT: 7am - 10am
SUN: CLOSED