Personal Training

What is Personal Training?

“A personal trainer is a fitness professional who helps people to identify their personal health and fitness goals, designs exercise and fitness programs, and educates and motivates people to help them to safely and effectively reach their health and fitness goals.”
~ Better Health Channel

If you are serious about achieving your health and fitness goals, then you should get all the help and assistance you can! Our friendly team of Personal Trainers understand that everyone is different and are here to help you achieve your unique health and fitness goals. Whether you’re a beginner in the gym looking to start your health and fitness journey or are experienced and looking to push yourself to the next level! With personalised plans that are tailored to suit you and your body we can assist you in smashing all your health and fitness goals no matter your fitness level.

Education
Form Correction
Habit forming
Personalised approach
Goal setting

Education
Gain knowledge about health, fitness, and your body.

Form Correction
Reduce the risk of injury by perfecting your exercise form.

Habit Formation
Develop good habits with the guidance of your trainer.

Personalised Approach
Receive a tailored training program designed to meet your unique requirements.

Goal Setting
Collaborate with your trainer to establish realistic and specific fitness goals.

Accountability
Mental Wellbeing
Personal Support
Flexible Scheduling
Motivation

Accountability
Stay committed to your fitness journey with the support of your trainer.

Mental Wellbeing
Improve your mental health through personalized guidance and encouragement.

Personal Support
Benefit from having your own personal health and fitness cheerleader.

Flexible Scheduling
Arrange sessions at times that suit your schedule.

Motivation
Be challenged and inspired to become your best self under the guidance of your trainer.

Our Personal Training Team

Bella Griffin

Bella Griffin

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Exercise Sport Science
  • Bachelor of Nutrition Science

Experiences/Training Style

  • Elite Athlete Experience: I have worked with elite junior athletes, helping them improve performance and prevent injuries through nutrition and exercise.
  • Holistic & Client Centred Training: I create customised plans that align with each client’s goals, lifestyle, and fitness level, integrating both nutrition and exercise.
  • Sustainable Results: I empower clients to build long-term healthy habits and achieve lasting success.

Specialisations:

  • Provide nutritional strategies to help reach your goals
  • Improving sport performance
  • Helping members overcome their gym anxiety

Biggest Achievement as a PT

  • Helping my Dad achieve his health goals

Why should members train with me

  • I believe consistency is key and prioritise creating a plan that is enjoyable and achievable for you! By listening closely to my clients’ needs and goals, I collaborate with them to develop a personalised plan that fits their lifestyle while guiding them towards achieving their goals. The focus is always on ensuring that the training experience is not only effective but also enjoyable and fulfilling for every individual I work with. I not only can provide a personalised exercise program but as well provide individualised nutrition strategies to help you reach your goals!
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Brett Stabb

Brett Stabb

Qualifications

  • Certificate III and IV in Fitness
  • Level 2 Kettlebell Certified
  • ViPR Certified
  • TRX Suspension Training
  • Certified Systemised Personal Training Accreditation
  • Level 1 Boxing Accreditation
  • Les Mills GRIT qualified

Experience/Training Style

 

Biggest achievement as a PT?

 

Why should members train with you?

There is no “one size fits all” approach to exercise. I’m a very adaptable trainer that will find a way to help you reach your goals, in a way that keeps things enjoyable and motivating for you.

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Cyrus Swift

Cyrus Swift

Qualifications

  • Diploma of Fitness
  • Cert IV in Fitness
  • Cert III in Nutrition & Dietetics
  • Cert III in Sports Trainer
  • Advanced Personal Trainer – Physical Activity Australia

Experience/Training Style
I love to teach the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of exercise, which is what makes programs effective and intuitive. I strive to cultivate sustainable, longevity-based fitness routines that can begin from any age or any physical state.

Specialisations/Interests

  • Biomechanics
  • Postural development
  • Injury prevention
  • Seniors training
  • Strength & Hypertrophy

Biggest achievement as a PT
It’s a privilege to get to show people that the most effective workout does not necessarily cause the most sweat and soreness. That fitness is achievable for anyone, though often it may seem overwhelming.

Why should members train with you?
I’m excited to teach a holistic, movement-based approach which applies to reaching any goal, whether it is agility, muscle mass, strength, weight loss or injury prevention.

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Waurn Ponds Trainer Luke Grounds

Luke Grounds

Waurn Ponds Trainer Luke Grounds

Luke Grounds

Qualifications

  • Certificate III + IV Fitness
  • Movnat certificate
  • Boxing level 1+2 certificate
  • VIPR certificate
  • Anatomy Trains certificate

Experience/Training Style

  • 20 years as a soccer coach and Personal Trainer helping working professionals, post natal, rehab, athletes and everything in between
  • I’m a big believer in functional movement. Strength that works outside of the gym. Posture and mobility that eliminates aches and pains. And movement to put the body back together

Specialisations/Interests

Rehab and high performance. These two go hand in hand. Strong, flexible bodies create the foundations for optimal performance, whatever the level

Biggest achievement as a PT

My clients are my inspiration. I love seeing my clients’ confidence grow. Teaching them about their body and mind is very rewarding. Training a mother up to complete her first marathon. Rehabilitating another client back from a complete Achilles rupture.

Why should members train with you?

My focus is on giving my clients energy, vitality and strength. With two decades experience, you know you’re in good hands to build a foundation and build confidence and resilience. Oh, and our sessions are always fun!

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DeakinACTIVE Trainer Melanie Naujok

Melanie Naujok

DeakinACTIVE Trainer Melanie Naujok

Melanie Naujok

Qualifications

  • Certificate III & IV in Fitness
  • Level 2 Recreational Running Coach

Currently Studying

  • Bachelor Health Science (majoring in Exercise Science & Psychological Science)

Experiences/Training Style

I have a background in competitive running and triathlons, as I’ve been doing this from a young age (and lots of shiny medals too!)

Specialisations:

  • Cardiovascular endurance training
  • Abs and Core training
  • Yoga, flexibility, and mobility

Biggest Achievement as a PT

  • Running a group fitness class and having everyone smiling and enjoying their time. Also helping beginners feel comfortable

Why should members train with me

  • I’m an energic, bubbly and passionate person. If you want a smile and a few laughs and paired with great results, knowledge, and skills I’m the PT for you!
    I’ll write you a personalised training program to meet your goals and help you head in the right direction, both physically and mentally. Still not sure? Come to one of my group classes!
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Mun Gounder

Mun Gounder

Qualifications

  • Certificate III and IV Fitness
  • Level 1 Sports Trainer
  • HLTAID001 Provide First Aid
  • HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
  • PFA Supervising Office

Experience/Training Style

  • Functional Training
  • Plyometric Training
  • Longevity Training

Specialisations/Interests

  • Sports Specific Strength and Conditioning
  • Rehabilitation
  • Health and Wellness Outcomes

Biggest achievement as a PT?

  • Seeing our ADF clients pass their ADF Fitness Test after taking part in the ADF Strength Conditioning and implementing it as their lifestyle among their family members.

Why should members train with you?

  • I am a final year Exercise and Sport Science Student who brings the Fijian flair and hospitality with functional training programs according to your specific outcomes or goals. I enjoy client feedback and tracking the progress on 6–8-week follow-up assessments and movement progressions. I have been working for 9 years in the Health, Wellness and Fitness Industry (in Fiji and Australia). My main goal is to ensure exercise is a lifestyle and lifelong component of my clients.
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Samira Amisse

Samira Amisse

Qualifications

  • Certificate  III  Group training
  • Certificate  IV Personal trainer
  • Level 1 Recreational Running Coach
  • Level 1 TRX and Kettlebell training
  • Certified Nutritional Coach

Experience/Training Style

  • Approachable
  • Realistic
  • High Energy

Specialisations/Interests

  • Coaching through Healthy Habits 
  • Functional Movement 
  • Improving cardiovascular Fitness  
  • Building Strength & Power 
  • Fat loss &  Full Body Toning

Biggest achievement as a PT

One of my most memorable clients first came to me to help improve her mental health, general fitness levels, and weight loss. She had never been to the gym, hated running, and the idea of exercise was unmotivating.  

She now enjoys running, attends the gym member at least 2x per week and can now play and run with her daughter without puffing out! Her goals now are to tone up and gain some more muscle.  

Why should members train with you?
I’m enthusiastic and friendly and like to carry this motivating energy during my gym training and coaching.  My goals as a personal trainer are to help my clients to improve their movement through a wide range of exercises to their goals and personalised health visions. I encourage positive habits and support active living.  

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Tom Senftleben

Tom Senftleben

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science majoring in Exercise Physiology

Experience/Training Style

  • High energy
  • Educational
  • All About Variety and New Training Methods

Specialisations/Interests

  • Functional Fitness
  • High Intensity Circuit Training

Biggest achievement as a PT
I love getting to meet new clients, building a relationship with them, and seeing them progress towards their goals.

Why should members train with you?
I provide a positive/motivating environment to achieve your fitness goals, whilst also building your knowledge to set yourself up for future individual training. I create a fun and engaging environment to enjoy, push yourself and improve your fitness.

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Trent Conheady

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Trent Conheady

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Health Sciences – Exercise Science Major
  • First Aid and CPR
  • Working with children’s check

Experience/Training Style

  • To provide structured sessions tailored to my client’s interests, rather than using a one size fits all approach
  • Focus on technique to address any technical issues with form, to help in prevention of injuries resulting from poor technique

Specialisations/Interests

  • I have an extensive background in running completing multiple half-marathons in recent years
  • In the gym I often do a combination of cardio and hypertrophy based weight training
  • HIIT/Circuit workouts
  • Strength training
  • Running

Biggest achievement as a PT
Running group fitness classes with older adults at Deakin ACTIVE for approximately 3 years and the relationships I have been able to develop with those clients. Being able to help clients in achieving their goals and developing a rapport with clients over time

Why should members train with you?
To provide an enjoyable and challenging experience that will help my clients in achieving their training goals.

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If you want to chat to one of our team about how DeakinACTIVE can help you improve your results, hit your goals and help you achieve success, don’t be afraid to contact us today!

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