Kate Firmin providing wellness treatments in her Lake Macquarie studio

Lake Macquarie · Newcastle

Lymphatic drainage& massage carein Lake Macquarie.

Premium hands-on treatments designed to help you feel lighter, more comfortable and deeply restored - inside a private, appointment-only studio.

Appointment-only studioKate Firmin - AUSactive Registered
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Lake Macquarie Business Excellence
Lake Macquarie Business Excellence
2026 Finalist
Local Business Awards
Local Business Awards
2026 Finalist
Excellent Experiences
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Recognised · Qualified · Trusted

A trusted, qualified professional.

Firmin Fitness & Wellness is proudly recognised for excellence in lymphatic drainage, wellness and community impact - as a 2026 Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Finalist, 2026 Local Business Awards Finalist and consistently rated 5 stars by clients on Google.

Qualifications
  • Certificate III in Fitness
  • Certificate IV in Fitness
  • Certificate III in Beauty Therapy
  • Swedish Massage
  • Integrated Lymphatic Drainage Massage
  • Post-Operative Lymphatic Drainage
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • AUSactive Registered
Kate at Firmin Fitness and Wellness in Lake Macquarie.
Kate
Founder

I'm Kate,

and I want to help you feel lighter, calmer and more like yourself again.

My passion for health and wellbeing started from a young age. I've always turned to both exercise and massage therapy whenever I needed a reset, a moment of clarity, or a boost in my own physical and emotional health. That deep personal connection is what inspired me to build a career that brings all of these elements together.

I never wanted to be just another Personal Trainer or just another Massage Therapist. My goal has been to support clients holistically - mind, body and emotions. I approach every session with empathy and understanding and genuine care.

My mission is simple - to help people feel better, move better and reconnect with themselves.

Click below to learn more.

Swedish Massage TherapistLymphatic Drainage TherapistPost-Operative Care TherapistBeauty TherapistAUSactive RegisteredPersonal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor
About Me

Signature Treatments

Signature treatments that shape everything I do.

Lymphatic drainage, massage therapy and post-operative care sit at the heart of the studio - with air compression, group fitness and my personal care rounding out the experience. Every session is delivered by me, with no rushed appointments - ever.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage
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Lymphatic Drainage Massage

For every body - children through to ageing adults

A gentle, hands-on manual technique that supports your lymphatic system to move fluid, calm inflammation and leave you feeling noticeably lighter.

Swedish Massage Therapy
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Swedish Massage Therapy

For tension, tight muscles, stress & everyday recovery

Considered, restorative bodywork that adapts to your needs - from deep tension release to slow, nervous-system calming pressure.

Post-Operative Care
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Post-Operative Care

For clients recovering from cosmetic or general surgery

Specialised post-operative lymphatic drainage to help reduce swelling, encourage comfortable healing and support your recovery journey.

Air Compression Boot Therapy
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Air Compression Boot Therapy

For circulation, tired legs & accelerated recovery

Guided compression therapy that boosts circulation, flushes lactic acid and helps heavy, fatigued legs feel restored - an ideal add-on or stand-alone reset.

Group Fitness Classes
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Group Fitness Classes

For small-group strength, mobility & community

Small, considered group sessions designed to build strength and mobility in a calm, supportive setting - a grounded counterpart to my recovery work.

Kate providing a gentle kids lymphatic massage treatment.
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Kids Lymphatic Massage

For children — a calm, nurturing reset

Give your child the opportunity to unwind, reset and feel nurtured in a calm, safe and supportive environment. This gentle, child-focused treatment combines lymphatic drainage and relaxation massage and is tailored to each individual child.

Wellness Packages

Wellness, to me, is more than massage.

As a qualified beauty therapist and massage therapist, I blend my skills into indulgent experiences that care for your body and your mind.

From The Ultimate Experience with a nourishing facial and mask, to the Lymphatic Head Spa with soothing scalp, neck and shoulder work, each package is designed to calm your nervous system and melt tension away.

My wellness experiences evolve through the year with seasonal offerings, always thoughtfully created, deeply relaxing and just a little bit dreamy.

A calm, indulgent wellness treatment in Kate's private studio

The Signature Speciality

Understandinglymphatic drainage.

Lymphatic drainage is the heart of what I do - a slow, deliberate, hands-only treatment that supports your body's natural detoxification and recovery.

Soft cream draped linen with a small ceramic oil bowl

What the lymphatic system does

Your lymphatic system quietly moves fluid, filters waste and supports your immune response - every day of your life.

How my technique feels

Gentle, hands-on manual lymphatic drainage using minimal oil and no wooden tools - light, rhythmic pressure that most clients find deeply calming.

Why people commonly book

Bloating and puffiness, post-surgery swelling, hormonal cycles, general inflammation, or simply feeling stuck, heavy or run-down.

My personalised approach

Every session is tailored to you - your history, comfort and goals - and never rushed. You'll always leave with time to rest.

Who I work with

Post-surgery recovery, pre- and post-natal clients, athletes managing inflammation, and anyone wanting a slower, restorative reset - every session shaped to where you are.

Jess Farchione at Firmin Fitness & Wellness for a lymphatic drainage massage
Jake Young at Firmin Fitness & Wellness.
Jake Young visiting Firmin Fitness & Wellness for a treatment with Kate.

Special Guests

Jess Farchione& Jake Youngvisit the studio.

Recent lymphatic drainage and recovery sessions with me at Firmin Fitness & Wellness. Australian radio host Jess Farchione and Jake Young both dropped into the private Lake Macquarie studio for a quiet, considered treatment.

Shared with permission. Approved collaboration content.

Kind Words

What clients say about their experience with me

Real Client Results

Before & after,gently.

A curated look at some of the visible changes clients experience through abdominal lymphatic drainage. Individual experiences and results vary - everybody, and every body, is different.

Before and after abdominal lymphatic drainage - approved client result
Abdominal lymphatic drainage
Approved client image - single session result
Explore Lymphatic Drainage

The Product Collection

Magnesium sprays foreveryday rituals.

Explore four handcrafted magnesium oil sprays, each created around a different scent, moment and self-care routine.

Calm Your Farm lavender magnesium oil spray

Calm Your Farm

Lavender Magnesium Oil Spray

A soothing lavender magnesium oil spray created for evening routines, relaxation and a calmer end to a busy day.

Anti-Bitch Serum jasmine magnesium oil spray

Anti-Bitch Serum

Jasmine Magnesium Oil

A soft, floral magnesium oil for creating a calm and considered moment at the end of the day.

Cooked Leg Rescue lemongrass magnesium spray

Cooked Leg Rescue

Lemongrass Magnesium Spray

A bright, refreshing magnesium spray for a simple recovery and self-care ritual after training or a long day on your feet.

Emotional Support sweet orange magnesium spray

Emotional Support Spray

Sweet Orange Magnesium Spray

A warm, citrus-scented magnesium spray for the moments when you want to pause, reset and take some time for yourself.

From the Studio

Wellness insightsfrom me.

Simple, practical moments from inside the studio - shared on Instagram.

Longevity Group Fitness

Move well, forthe long life ahead.

Small-group sessions built around strength, movement confidence and evidence-informed training - welcoming clients aged 16 and above.

  • · Strength & mobility foundations
  • · Considered progression
  • · Longevity as the priority
Enquire about classes
Kate Firmin fitness portrait
16+
Small-group longevity training for teens through to seniors - everyone who wants to move better for longer.

Frequently Asked

Everything you might bewondering.

Sleek, professional answers to the questions I hear most - from first-timers to long-standing clients.

Unsure Which Treatment?

Let's find the rightsession for you.

Send me a short message and I'll personally recommend where to start. Ready to book? Head straight to Square.

Visit the Studio

Private, personal,appointment-only.

The studio is located in a quiet corner of Lake Macquarie, NSW. To protect our clients' privacy, the exact address is shared after your deposit and confirmed booking.

Location
Lake Macquarie, NSW - full address provided after confirmed booking
Phone
0430 150 945
Email
firminfitnesswellness@gmail.com
Hours
Monday – Friday · 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
Selected evenings & Saturdays by request
Warm treatment room ready for your session

Your Next Session

Feel lighter.Feel yourself again.

Book your treatment with me at the Lake Macquarie studio - or send a quick enquiry if you're not sure where to start.