OUR STORY

Cell 151 kicked off with Charters’ very own local, Josh Mackay — who developed a passion for health and fitness through his own hard work, learning and dedication. For years, while living in Charters and working away in the mines, he held on to one big dream: to bring a real 24/7 commercial grade gym to town — because Charters Towers definitely deserved more than a few dumbbells in a shed.

Fast forward to 2019. Josh meets Elle, they hit it off, and before long they decide, to make the dream a reality. They ordered the equipment, signed their first lease… and BAM — COVID shows up like an uninvited guest at a BBQ.

Like many small businesses, their plans came to a screeching halt. But instead of throwing in the towel, they used the time to reset, refocus, and keep pushing toward the dream. And finally, in April 2023, Cell 151 Gym & Fitness opened its doors — and they’ve been charging forward ever since.

Today, Cell 151 is far more than just a gym. It’s a community built on hard work, resilience, and real support. Josh and Elle’s mission? Simple: to keep progressing and continue to create a space where people feel encouraged, motivated, and proud of what they can achieve”