SUMMER OF YOU CHALLENGE
This is your six weeks to take control, back yourself and do something that’s just for you. We’re locking in together to build a stronger body, better habits and a mindset that lasts well past summer.
- 6 weeks of structured training program via Cobalt+ app, with 5 workouts each week
- Personalised calorie and macro targets
- 1-1 expert coach support daily
- Habit tracking e.g 3L water, 10,000 steps
- Support group chat with all challenge members
- Instructional videos and technique cues
- In-app meal tracker & recipe library
- Weekly progress reports
- AI technique analysis
- Home or gym options available
- Suitable for all training levels
- Sync Apple Watch, Garmin, Fitbit & more to the app
- The chance to win a curated trip to Bali
Smarter coaching, powered by AI
This challenge, we’re levelling up. We’ve brought in FitMetrics, a new AI system built into the Cobalt app, so we can coach you more closely than ever. Same app you know, same coaches you love, just more support every step of the way.
Snap your meals. Take a photo of what you’re eating and get nutrition feedback, without the stress of logging every gram.
Personalised check-ins. Your weekly check-ins/progress reports are shaped around your actual progress, habits and training data, not a generic template.
Faster, more tailored feedback. We can spot what’s working (and what’s not) sooner, so your plan adjusts with you.
Stay on track. We can see who’s showing up and who needs a nudge, so no one slips through the cracks.
Still 100% coached by humans. The AI helps us work smarter. Your coaching still comes from us.
Summer Of You will consist of 2x 3 week blocks following our our signature Method training style. To take part in the Challenge, simply join any of our membership options. It's completely free for anyone already on the membership!
Monday: Lower Body Strength
Tuesday: Upper Body Strength
Wednesday: Active Recovery
Thursday: Lower Body Sculpt
Friday: Upper Body Sculpt
Saturday: Full body Shred
The biggest transformation/winner of this challenge will receive flights, accomodation and more for ONE to Bali.
The prize must be used within 1 year & blackout periods apply. Flights depart from New Zealand or Australia only. See full terms and conditions below.
We will be judging before, midway & after photos, measurements/weight, check in forms, program compliance & challenge engagement.
Inside The App
How-To Videos
Watch demo videos with technique cues so you can make the most of every workout.
Track Your Progress
Track your workouts, sync your steps & watch your progress.
In-App Meal Tracker
Track your meals directly through our app, or sync with MyFitnessPal.
Hundreds of Recipes
You’ll never have to wonder what to make again. Find 100s of healthy recipes in the app.
REAL PEOPLE.
REAL SUPPORT.
REAL RESULTS.
"I am PROUD that even though I'm a mum of 3 kids under 5 I still managed to pick myself up in the mornings, make 5am classes when I could, build better eating habits and because of this I have lost more than 10kgs."
-Grace
Grace lost 12.7kgs, 8cm around her chest, 12cm around her waist and 10cm around her hips in last year's 8 week challenge.
REAL PEOPLE.
REAL SUPPORT.
REAL RESULTS.
"I’m just proud I stuck to the challenge no matter how hard it got...physically I’ve changed the most in such a short time - my mental and emotions are at an all time high”
-Keanu
Keanu lost 11kgs, 1cm around his chest, 14cm from his hips and 19cm from his waist.
REAL PEOPLE.
REAL SUPPORT.
REAL RESULTS.
“Seeing my progress and feeling my progress — I don’t believe in the scale as a measure of my progress. My clothes? I feel like I can breathe. I feel happier and at peace. I’m ALL IN for me and will continue to be. New life unlocked.”
-Manutai
Manutai lost 4kg, 12cm off her chest, 14cm off her waist and 10cm off her hips.
REAL PEOPLE.
REAL SUPPORT.
REAL RESULTS.
"I feel very proud of how far I've come. There were times where I felt lazy and almost gave up but I'm glad I stuck through it to the end. I've seen a lot of changes not only physically but mentally. Invest in yourself and take the first step by giving it a go. It's not easy at the start but once you get through that you'll start seeing good changes."
-Michael
Michael lost 14.6kgs, 24.5cm around his waist and 12.5cm around his hips.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Absolutely, you can access our app and complete Cobalt workouts from anywhere in the world - all you need is access to a smart phone!
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Yes. The payment frequency is either monthly or annually, depending on which option you select.
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Yes, the challenge includes a nutrition component. This means you’ll receive personalised calorie and macro targets, along with access to our recipe library and meal suggestions. You’re not required to follow these meals exactly — you have the flexibility to include your own foods as long as they align with your targets.
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As we follow a flexible dieting approach, you will be able to choose your own meals. We provide 'suggestions' to fit within your calorie targets. You can switch these out whenever and are able to filter through the recipes in our app based on your dietary requirements.
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If you are training with Cobalt from home, make sure to select the 'home' option, as these are designed to work with limited equipment.
For most programs, you will need our Cobalt Resistance Band Pack OR a long resistance band.
We also recommend 1-3 sets of dumbbells - 1 lighter pair for upper body & a heavier pair for lower body. Alternatively, our Adjustable DB is perfect for this.
You will also need a pair of food scales to track your nutrition.
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Yes you can. Simply ask your Coach to switch you over, and they will assign the new program to you.
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The challenge will begin on Monday the 31st of August 2026. This is a live challenge, which means you will be (virtually) training alongside everyone else participating in the challenge.
Once the challenge is complete, your membership will continue with the live Method training block. Cancel anytime. -
Though our challenges are not completely customisable, you can substitute exercises using the range of alternative movements provided for each workout.
If you’re unsure what to swap or what will suit your injury best, you can message your coach anytime for guidance — we’ll help you adjust things so you can keep progressing safely.
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Once the challenge is complete you will be put on the ongoing Method program which updates every 4 weeks. On top of this, you also have access to all of our core programs on demand: Start, Shred, Sculpt, Strength, Snatch and Booty.
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You can cancel your membership anytime by logging into your account via our website (top right corner) and managing your subscription. You cannot manage your subscription through the Cobalt+ app directly.
Once you cancel, your program will be removed immediately.
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We look at before/midway/after photos, measurements and weight. We also look at program compliance and engagement in the app.
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1. Who's running this
The Summer of You Challenge is run by The Cobalt Club Limited (NZ), trading as Cobalt Online ("Cobalt", "we", "us").
2. Key dates
The challenge kicks off Monday 9 November 2026 and wraps up on Sunday 20 December 2026. and we'll announce the winner before or around 25/12/26
3. Who can enter
The challenge is open to all active Cobalt Online members aged 18 and over, wherever you are in the world. You'll need to keep your membership active from the start of the challenge until the winner is announced. Cobalt staff, coaches and their immediate families can take part but aren't eligible to win.
4. How to enter
Entry is free for active members. To be in the running for the prize, you'll need to:
- Register for the challenge in the Cobalt app by 14 November
- Upload your starting photos by 14/11/26
- Complete your weekly check ins, workouts per week / daily non-negotiables throughout the 6 weeks
- Upload your final photos and a short written reflection by the final deadline
Entries that aren't complete won't be eligible for the prize.
5. How we choose the winner
This is a competition of skill, not luck. Our coaching team will choose the winner based on overall commitment and progress across the 6 weeks. That includes how consistently you've shown up for training and check-ins, the growth you've made in your strength, habits and mindset, your physical progress, and your final reflection. The judges' decision is final and we won't be able to enter into any discussion about
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