ARC Fitness Australia Pty Ltd

ARC Fitness Australia is a gym in Palmerston, Darwin, built around coached group training, open-gym access and a supportive approach to starting or returning to exercise. Members can choose from ARC classes and Studio B classes, with membership options also including access to the gym floor and Sunday Service. The business offers a free trial for local Darwin residents and a seven-day pass for visiting members, making it possible to try the space before committing.

The venue places particular emphasis on making newcomers feel comfortable. Staff explain how the studio works when you arrive, and members can train alongside a regular if they would prefer some extra reassurance. Workouts can be adjusted with different regressions, progressions and movement modifications, so the focus is on working at an appropriate level rather than keeping up with everyone else. That makes ARC suitable for solo visitors, people who are nervous about joining a gym and members at different stages of their fitness journey.

ARC was founded by Ange Liddicoat, who moved from running a small personal-training business in her home studio to opening ARC’s Yarrawonga headquarters in 2021. She holds a Diploma of Nutrition and fitness qualifications, along with accreditations in several named training formats. The business has since expanded its offering with ARC Energise Café and Studio B at the Yarrawonga site, as well as a second studio in Darwin City. The website also introduces Ange and Joel as supportive figures within the member community.

Families are catered for with a free crèche, including supervised sessions for younger children at selected class times. Parents need to book the crèche before booking their workout, while outside supervised periods they remain responsible for their children. Facilities include a bathroom with a shower, and the Palmerston complex has ample parking with additional off-street spaces. With casual sessions, a 10-session option and an unlimited membership available, ARC can work for regular members as well as visitors wanting a short-term training option. The venue has a 4.9 Google rating from 30 reviews.