Meet Kate Firmin

Wellbeing & Fitness Coach

A private, appointment-only studio in Lake Macquarie - dedicated to lymphatic drainage, Swedish massage and post-operative recovery care.

Kate Firmin, founder of Firmin Fitness & Wellness.
Kate Firmin
Founder

Ahoy there!

I'm Kate, and I ama qualified massage therapist.

Every session I offer is grounded in accredited training across massage therapy, lymphatic drainage and fitness.

  • Massage
    Swedish Massage Therapist
  • Includes pregnancy
    Lymphatic Drainage Therapist
  • Recovery
    Post-Operative Care Therapist
  • Certificate III
    Beauty Therapist
  • Certificates III & IV
    Personal Trainer & Group Fitness Instructor
Kate at Firmin Fitness and Wellness studio in Lake Macquarie.

A career built on
care, curiosity and craft.

Where It Started

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.

Kate providing a calming massage treatment.

How I Practise

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. I know what it feels like to carry stress, trauma, overwhelm and emotional weight. That's why creating a safe, healing space for my clients is at the heart of what I do.

"Creating a safe, healing space for my clients is at the heart of what I do."
Studio detail from Kate's private Lake Macquarie space.

Why I Do It

There is nothing more rewarding than hearing clients tell me that they not only leave their sessions with me feeling physically lighter, but emotionally reset as well. Feedback like this reminds me that I am on the right path and it's exactly why I love what I do.

Kate Firmin skateboarding outdoors

Off the clock

Fresh air, family andalways learning.

When I am not working, I love being outdoors with my family, either skateboarding, snowboarding, riding dirt bikes or going for long walks with my headphones on and listening to a good health and wellbeing podcast.

I truly love learning new things (in my industry), which is why I am often undergoing new developmental training courses every so often. The saying goes "a rolling stone gathers no moss" - I am always so motivated to keep moving and trying new things.

Our bodies are so precious, and incredible at what they do. I really loved studying anatomy (both in my fitness and massage training). It's been so life changing for me to be able to help people heal and recover, especially through my lymphatic treatments. I could talk about the lymphatic system all day!

My Mission

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

I cannot wait to look after you xx

Qualifications & Recognition

Training that supportsevery treatment.

Lake Macquarie Business Excellence Awards 2026 Finalist
Lake Macquarie Business Excellence
2026 Finalist
Local Business Awards 2026 Finalist
Local Business Awards
2026 Finalist
Qualifications

Ongoing training across massage, lymphatic care and fitness.

Massage & Bodywork
  • Certificate in Swedish Massage
  • Certificate in Integrated Lymphatic Drainage Massage
  • Certificate in Post-Operative Lymphatic Drainage Massage
  • Certificate in Pregnancy Massage
  • Certificate III in Beauty Therapy
Fitness & Movement
  • Certificate III in Fitness
  • Certificate IV in Fitness
  • AUSactive Registered

Kind Words

What clients say about their experience with me

Your Next Step

Ready to feel lighter, calmerand more like yourself again?

By-appointment private studio · Lake Macquarie, NSW