MICHAEL

Michael is a passionate and enthusiastic trainer, who has represented at state level in Rugby League and Rugby Union, making him highly skilled in strength and conditioning training for athletes involved in contact sports.

Michael concentrates on developing all aspects of fitness within each training session focusing on the clients personal goals whether weight loss, general fitness or event preparation.

Michael  holds a Master Trainer Level 1 and is currently studying a Bachelor in Coaching Science and Human Nutrition at the University of Canberra.

His aim is to ensure everyone he trains achieves their personal goals in a positive, supportive and stimulating environment.

Sporting Acheivements:

1. U20s Raiders Train On squad
2. U18s Group 8 Rugby League
3. ACT Athletics (Throwing events) Ages 12,13,14,15,16, Open
4. U18 Raiders Development
5. U16 ACT Brumbies Rugby Union
6. Canberra Raiders Harold Matthews Players player Award
7. U16 Harold Matthews Canberra Raiders Rugby League
8. U15 ACT Schools Rugby League
9. U15 ACT Brumbies Rugby Union

Qualifications / Credentials:

• Master Trainer Level  1
• Certificate IV in Fitness
• Certificate III in Fitness
• Senior First Aid



JOHN

John is one of our highest qualified swimming coaches. Starting on the local ACT competitive swimming scene John quickly achieved a top 5 National age ranking. John has recently completed a Bachelor of Coaching Science, and is currently finishing his honours in Biomechanics and Performance Analysis with the University of Canberra and the Australian Institute of Sport.

John’s experience in the pool allows him to coach learn to swim to open national level swimmers. His friendly nature allows a great learning environment which results in a skill for life.

Sporting Achievements:


1. Australian Age Nationals Swimming Competitor
2. Australian School Age Championships  Swimming Competitor
3. NSW Age and Open Swimming Competitor
4. Finswimming Australian record holder long distance

Qualifications / Credentials:


• Bachelor of Sports Studies (Honours) – Biomechanics
• Bachelor of Coaching Science
• Australian Institute of Sport Prize
• AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
• AUSTSWIM Teacher of Stroke Correction
• Bronze Medallion Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate: Level 1



G A R Y

Gary is one of our most knowledgeable trainers. He has experience in multiple sports but made his mark in the pool competing at Australian Open National level from the age of 15.  After completing his Soft Tissue Therapy studies he used this in combination with his experience in physical training to allow his clientele to receive the knowledge and the full benefits from every session.

With a variety of clientele ranging from rehabilitation to elite athletes, Gary’s focus is always on continual improvement and development.

Gary’s background as an athlete allows him to intuitively know where the client or athlete is at any stage, making him one of our most highly sort after trainers.

Sporting Achievements:


1. Australian Open Nationals Swimming Competitor
2. Australian Age Nationals Swimming Competitor
3. Australian School Age Championships Swimming Competitor
4. NSW Age and Open Swimming Competitor
5. Canberra Half-Marathon 21.1k Competitor
6. ACT Aquathon Sprint Championships
7. Lifecycle Sydney to Canberra Ride

Qualifications / Credentials:
Presentation:

• Bachelor of Sports Studies (Honours) – Biomechanics
• Bachelor of Coaching Science
• Australian Institute of Sport Prize
• AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
• AUSTSWIM Teacher of Stroke Correction
• Bronze Medallion Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate: Level 1
Other:

1. Cert IV Fitness Instructor
2. Adv. Dip Soft Tissue Therapy (Remedial Massage)
3. Cert IV Relaxation Massage
4. Statement of Attainment Seniors First Aid          
5. Cert of Attendance Adverse Neural Tension      
6. Statement of Attainment Lymphatic Drainage
7. Level 1 Coaching - Swimming



LINDSAY

Lindsay is the newest to the team. Swimming for the past 6 years, Lindsay has competed at over 10 Australian National Championships at both Age and Open level. Lindsay’s youth is a great asset to our Learn-To-Swim program as it allows a great connection with the learner.

Lindsay’s sporting excellence has allowed her to train under some of the best swimming coaches in the country allowing an impressive knowledge to be obtained at such a young age.

Sporting Achievements:


1. Australian Open Nationals Swimming Competitor
2. Australian Age Nationals Swimming Competitor Finalist
3. Australian School Age Championships  Swimming Competitor
1. NSW Age and Open Swimming Competitor

Qualifications / Credentials:


• Bronze Licence Swimming Coach