“Niki you have been a really important part of Freddie’s development over the last few years and there’s no question about the positive impact your work has had on him. If he’s in a good place now and going on to good things that’s in no small part thanks to to the time, understanding and effort you have put in with him. A huge thanks from us!!!”

"Niki has trained my 2 children aged 16 and 13 for some time now. I continue to be blown away at what a beautiful, caring, and kind person she is. My children love to train with her and she makes them feel very comfortable. Niki has made a huge difference in both children achieving their personal goals and becoming stronger, faster, and more confident. Niki has great communication. She is always on time and ready to go (with her signature megawatt smile and effervescent personality)."

“It’s always a challenge to find a school holiday activity that suits all our kids; aged from 3-14. Niki’s class makes everyone happy! We all have fun while working out and working as a team. The kids are already asking when we can go back! Niki encapsulates fun with genuine strength and cardio training. The kids work out and improve their strength and fitness with smiles on their faces with a super experienced coach to guide them.”

"My 13 year old son is on the spectrum and we have tried other gyms and group training and he has never been keen. We have been with Niki for a few weeks now and he is loving it. Always ready to go and train which is amazing. Niki thank you so much. You get so much out of him and we would highly recommend AbiltyFit."

Daniel had THE BEST time!

The Off Grid Farm Weekend is without a doubt his favorite activity of the year. Raves about it all year long until he goes again, and then raves about it again!

Thank you for providing these kids with the awesome opportunity to increase their fitness, advance their social skills, and develop resilience.

The Off Grid Farm Weekend is a truly rewarding experience for all. —T.T.

“Niki and her Ability Fit Co team have been doing an amazing job training the young chldren at the gym, creating an environment that is energetic, uplifting, and inclusive.

The positive energy that Niki and the team brings to each session is truly contagious and inspiring. It’s great to see how inclusive their approach is, ensuring every child feels welcomed and valued.

Niki and her Ability Fit Co team’s dedication and enthusiasm are clearly making a significant impact on the younger generation’s experience and development.“

‘We are huge fans!’

“Niki you are AMAZING with the way you have helped our beautiful daughter walk taller, straighter, stronger, and more balanced . We thank you and are so glad you are on this journey with us. We are truly blessed to have superb supportive staff enabling the best life possible.”

"Niki is an awesome trainer. She is hugely knowledgeable and tailors every session to your needs, taking into account injuries etc. I trained with her throughout my treatment for breast cancer (chemo, the lot) and I know she was a big part of my getting through it so well. She has a knack for inspiring you to feel good about yourself. I always leave the gym feeling great physically and mentally."

“Over the past six months my client “A” has been virtually attending through the Online Class of ‘Ability Fit’ which is run by Niki Smithers. The session has been really motivational for “A” and I’ve seen huge results in his mental health from his attendance. The physical session includes a workout made fun by engaging “A” and other participants in movement around dance and play. It is evident Niki uses hobbies that she knows will interest her participants such as boxing and playing air instruments. Niki also gives the group lots of choice and control as often dances/sets are made up of the moves created by the participants themselves. Another great thing about these classes is there’s a huge emphasis on breath and mindfulness incorporated in the cool down part of the session. “A” seems to really enjoy these classes as he is usually in a very happy mood after attending and it seems to promote a really healthy night time routine for him.”

“Niki has worked with my daughter Laura since mid-2019, with her exercise routine session which is in line with her goals . I am truly grateful for Niki’s support and Laura has become a much fitter and coordinated young woman since working with Niki. Niki has an amazing personality and can adapt to any situation to encourage Laura to do her best and achieve what I thought was impossible.” —D.S

“We love Ability Fit for getting our son moving, having fun, and connecting with other young guys during lockdowns. Before Ability Fit, our son was isolated (apart from contact with his support workers and therapists). He can be overwhelmed by groups of people but the online platform has allowed him to participate. Seeing him playing air guitar and moving along to some great music with Niki and the other young guys in his group was fantastic! “ —W. O.

"I am a Support Worker for "A" and would love to share my thoughts about your amazing Ability Fit Online Program. "A" is an introvert and a quiet guy but with the energy of the class, he gets up and going. It makes such a huge difference to his mood and energy when I see him after the class. I think he should keep doing this with you as it has helped him a lot in being active even when he's not really keen to leave the house. Thank you for all your energy and good vibes."

“My son Daniel, 17, has An Autism Spectrum Disorder and finds it a struggle to socially interact as well as having balance and motor skill difficulties. From day one, Niki made Dan feel comfortable and within no time, taught him new skills, greatly enhancing his confidence, and enabling him to happily interact with others more. With Niki’s positive reinforcement and terrific encouragement and empathy, he is keen every week to challenge himself and achieve new heights and push through boundaries! Niki is an outstanding personal trainer with a huge skill base operating off a foundation of understanding and caring about her clients’ needs and structuring achievable plans, goals, and outcomes that have greatly improved Daniel’s overall well being, confidence, and health. We are so happy we found her, she’s nothing short of terrific!”

" I met Niki after an extensive search to help with my ASD son. Aside from her fantastic professionalism which takes most of the headaches out of it (quality gear, always on time, terrific communication) Niki always has super fun and entertaining workouts. She’s able to quickly assess strengths and weaknesses to tailor to the individual. Always looking to help, it’s never a problem if a brother or sister want to join in. The kids love her and my only problem is we can’t see her enough! "

“The School Term Program is helping my son a lot. Ability Fit has been amazing for him, his confidence is going through the roof!

Niki is the talk of the town among the Special Needs Parents Group. There is a lot of trust for her. We appreciate it as it’s very hard to find someone with empathy like Niki’s.”

“I would highly recommend Ability Fit, we are so grateful to Niki and her team they have all been amazing with our son. He never wanted to do any sport and now he comes here twice a week and loves it!”

“I cannot recommend Niki and the Team at Ability Fit Co. more highly.

My son has been training with Ability Fit for about a year now and he absolutely loves his sessions!” —E.M.

“I do a weekly exercise session with Niki & I can vouch for how helpful it is. It’s also a lot of fun, which would make people want to exercise more, which is a really good thing.”

"This woman is an absolute superstar that never stops impressing me with her infectious enthusiasm, passion, and desire to serve."

"I’m so pleased with the results to date. So pleased at how much better my fitness and balance is-not to mention general well-being.Just amazed at how far I've come! You’re an awesome trainer and a great motivator!!!"

“You are an amazing support and provide a fantastic service. We see positive progress in both Olive and Gus and are truly grateful for the perseverance and support you and your team provide.”

"You're an amazing coach and mentor Niki. keep doing what you are doing. "

“ I am Niki’s physio and it doesn’t surprise me that her passion for fitness and disability have combined together. I endorse this company and Niki massively.”

"Hey Niki, thank you so much for this morning! For the passion & enthusiasm in doing the best for your clients/friends! It’s already working for me!"

"Ability Fit Co is the best! Can't praise them enough. We are very happy clients and would recommend them to everyone."

“I was searching for afterschool activities where my daughter could burn some energy, work on her strengths, learn new things, socialise, and be fully included. So grateful I found Ability Fit!”

“Great gym! Niki and her team are fabulous. Our 2 youngest boys have built a lot of skills, confidence, and independence at Ability Fit as well as a genuine interest in training, strength and fitness.”

“Niki is a dedicated and skilled personal trainer specialising in kids with disabilities. It is clear that Niki and her team have an ability to connect with children, tailoring each activity to fit their unique needs.

Niki uses creative techniques that make fitness fun and accessible, fostering both physical and emotional growth in each child. With patience and encouragement, they celebrate every achievement, no matter how small.

Ability Fit truly boosted our child’s confidence and joy in movement. I highly recommended Niki for any parent looking for a compassionate, experienced trainer!”