July 2025 MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Tau
Member of the Month - july: tau
Our July Member of the Month is none other than Uncle Tau—the heart of the 9am Uncles Club! 😄
Tau embodies the Fortitude spirit. Whether he’s recovering from injury or recovering from Monday day drinking, he still shows up, brings the energy, and cracks everyone up in the process. His commitment to training—even when injured—is unmatched. He’s not only a vibe, but also constantly working hard and celebrating the small wins (like casually handstand walking the length of the gym!). Fortitude wouldn’t be the same without Koru Tau!
Q&A with Tau:
Q: What initially drew you to functional fitness and 312 Fortitude, and what keeps you coming back?
A: Supporting my brother while he was competing in a CrossFit comp in Samoa got me interested.
Q: Can you share a highlight or memorable achievement from your time at 312 Fortitude?
A: Handstand walking the entire length of the gym without falling over!
Q: What’s your favorite movement or exercise, and what do you love about it?
A:I’m not sure I have a favourite—they’re all equally hard and equally fun to learn.
Q: How do you maintain your motivation and enthusiasm for functional fitness?
A: Seeing the results that come from consistently showing up—and the 9am crew are the BEST to train with.
Q: What do you enjoy doing in your free time outside of the gym?
A: Spending time with my family.
Q: Do you have a favorite book, movie, or TV series/show that you would recommend?
A: The Alchemist and The Richest Man in Babylon are great reads. As for movies—anything by Quentin Tarantino is a good time.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
A: Peru—to see the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu.
Q: If you could give one piece of advice to someone just starting their functional fitness journey, what would it be?
A: Start today—you won’t regret it.
Tau, you’re the soul of the 9am squad—always showing up, always laughing, and always putting in the work. Injury, sore head, or early wake-up… nothing stops you. We’re lucky to have your energy, humour, and work ethic in the Fortitude whānau. Keep leading the uncles club with pride! 👏🔥
