From Mr. World No. 3 to Pro Mr Universe— help me get to Mr. Universe and represent New Zealand on bodybuilding's most prestigious stage.
Dunedin, Otago
Hi, I’m Tony Wall — former 5x elite gymnastics champion, capoeira coach, and now NABBA Mr. World Physique No. 3 in bodybuilding. But the road here wasn’t straight.
After being diagnosed with a mental health condition, I lost everything — my body, my confidence, and my fire. I gained weight, smoked heavily, and was stuck in a toxic environment. I rarely talk about it… but I rebuilt.
I quit smoking. Dropped 20kg. Learned everything I could about mental resilience, training, and supplements. I opened a supplement store. Became an ISO-certified trainer, but I'm now with ISSA. And fought my way back to become a champion athlete again — and a coach creating champions. And became NZ's first medalist in a relaunch of the NABBA Int'l World Championships, in Australia.
Now, I’ve qualified to represent New Zealand at NABBA Pro Mr. Universe UK 2026. It’s a dream — and a mission.
But I need help funding the trip. I’m seeking to raise $40,000 NZD to cover travel, accommodation, coaching, and competition prep.
This isn’t just about trophies. It’s about showing what’s possible when you rebuild your mind and body — and carrying that message to the world. It's important for men to learn resilience and mental strength, and I hope my preps show the depths you can go to and still rise as a champion. I want to inspire men to take up lifting as a therapy tool so that they stop killing themselves due to not letting the pressure out in a safe way.
Thank you for supporting me.
Tony Wall B.A.
NABBA Pro
The funds will cover flights, accommodation, entry fees, and prep costs for the Mr. Universe and World Champs. If the full target isn’t met, all donations will still go toward getting me to the competition.
not enough funds raised so not competing this year 29 December 2025
thank you for your support to the supporters. It was a big ask to be able to do this expensive competition and unfortunetly it's beyound me at this point in time. I will be back bigger and better while I have a nice off season.
The funds raised have contributed to updating my New Zealand rep uniform for my next competition.
Thank you, Kay!
Thanks guys!
Thanks to the Wellington family
Thanks Nic!
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