Roark Gyms

Roark Gyms Roark Gyms is a class based functional training gym that has workouts for people of all abilities. O Roark Gyms is more than a workout, we build better humans.

Roark Gyms is a functional training gym that focuses on strength and conditioning for the everyday athlete.

Start.Start training.Start again.Start taking care of yourself.Start wherever you are.You don’t need the perfect plan.Yo...
21/09/2026

Start.
Start training.
Start again.
Start taking care of yourself.
Start wherever you are.

You don’t need the perfect plan.
You don’t need perfect motivation.
You just need to keep showing up.
Because the results don’t come from one great session.
They come from the sessions you almost skipped.
The weeks you stayed consistent.
The days you chose to keep going.

Start something new. Or start again.
Just don’t stop.
Consistency changes everything

The face you make when you realise it’s almost summer and most importantly…. Roarktober! Keep an eye out for our email g...
15/09/2026

The face you make when you realise it’s almost summer and most importantly…. Roarktober! Keep an eye out for our email going out with all the info!

It started as a dream.Then came the idea.The vision.The concept.And now, we’re building it.We’re creating something we’v...
08/09/2026

It started as a dream.

Then came the idea.
The vision.
The concept.

And now, we’re building it.

We’re creating something we’ve believed in for a long time , a place to train hard with a supportive community around it.

One vision at a time.

See you soon

31/08/2026

WE’RE BUILDING SOMETHING NEW.

We’ve been working quietly behind the scenes.
Now it’s time to let you in.
Keep en eye out for more info coming soon.

09/08/2026

At Roark, we’ve seen it all. Women lifting each other up, pushing their limits, and building something powerful together.

Whether you’re chasing PBs, moving for joy, or just showing up when you can, we’re proud to have you in this community.

Happy Women’s Day 🤍
We see you. We back you.

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04/08/2026

A few things we coach every athlete:
- Short, controlled strides.
- Find a rhythm early and protect it.
- Breathe with every rep.
- Break at the turns if you have to, not halfway down the lane.

The athletes who stay composed here usually make up the biggest chunks of time in a HYROX race.

20/07/2026

HYROX Farmers Carry: 4 Tips to Save Time & Energy
The Farmers Carry isn’t just about grip strength—it’s about staying efficient while under fatigue.

Here are 4 simple tips that can make a big difference:

1️⃣ Chalk up:(yes there is usually some chalk at this station)
Don’t underestimate your grip. A little chalk can reduce slipping and help you stay relaxed through the carry.

2️⃣ Create upper-body tension
Think of setting up for a deadlift. Squeeze your armpits, keep your shoulders packed, and let your lats do the work. A stable upper body means less swinging and wasted energy.

3️⃣ Move with purpose
If you can’t complete the carry unbroken, don’t wait until your grip completely fails. Take quick, planned breaks, then get moving again. Strategic rest is always faster than recovering from total fatigue.

4️⃣ Trust your fitness
For most athletes, this station is over in 2–3 minutes. Stay composed, keep your feet moving, and remember you’ll recover quickly once you put the kettlebells down.(remember to put it down neatly where you found them. No unwanted penalties!)

06/07/2026

Most people attack the row.
Smart athletes control it.
25–30 SPM. Damper 6-8.
Smooth power.
Save the hero effort for the finish line

04/05/2026

Most people don’t fail because they lack discipline.
They fail because they’re doing it alone.
The wrong environment will kill your progress faster than anything else.

We see it all the time.
Someone walks into Roark unsure, quiet, doubting themselves…

And a few weeks later, they’ve got people pushing them, backing them, expecting more from them.

That’s not motivation.
That’s environment.
And when you pair that with coaching that refuses to let you quit on yourself…
That’s when everything changes.
The ones who get results the fastest?
Not the most talented.
Not the most motivated.
The ones who stopped trying to do it alone.

If that’s you
Come train with us.
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10/04/2026

One of the OGs.

For over 12 years, Dr Marc Sher has been part of the Roarkgyms story, showing up, putting in the work, and setting the standard.

We’re grateful for your consistency, your energy, and the example you set both inside and outside the gym.

Here’s to many more years ahead.

Address

47 De Villiers Street, Zonnebloem. 1st Floor Of The Buying Services Building
Cape Town
8001

Opening Hours

Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 19:00
Saturday 06:00 - 08:00

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