DeakinACTIVE WARRNAMBOOL

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.

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.

Eva Lleonart

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science- Physiology & Sports Nutrition Major
• Certificate III & IV in Fitness
• Pilates, Yoga & Spin Certificates
• Plant Based Nutritionist

Experience/Training Style
Personal Training and Group Instructing since 2015 at a variety of centres including: Fernwood, F45, Kieser and Mt Buller Alpine High Performance Centre.
Modern, diverse and full of challenging core exercises! A typical P.T session with me involves circuit style training with a combination of strong resistance moves and body weight H.I.I.T.

Specialisations/Interests

• Rehabilitation and Post-Partum
• Calisthenics (Body Weight Exercise)
• Strength Training – Females, Beginners and Advanced
• Weight loss and Toning
• H.I.I.T, Pilates and Yoga

Biggest achievement as a PT
Every time a PT client or someone I train reaches a goal or makes a breakthrough with their health it is an achievement. Goals are measurable for different reasons whether that be weight loss, muscle gain or recovery. I have success stories in all areas, but I am simply happy to help someone find enjoyment and confidence in exercise.

Why should members train with you?
So many reasons but #1 you will reach results faster. I am experienced in training people from all walks of life and abilities which is one of the things I love most about P.T. I understand that everybody is different, so I put a lot of effort into planning appropriate sessions. I strive to teach perfect technique and create fun workouts that are goal orientated and enjoyable for my clients.

Rosie Semmler

Qualifications

• Bachelor Exercise and Sport Science (Major in strength and conditioning)

Experience/Training Style

• Resistance training
• HIIT

Specialisations/Interests

• Teaching beginners how to use equipment correctly and feel comfortable in the gym
• Introducing women to resistance training
• Getting people to find a balance between working hard and enjoying their training in a group fitness class

Biggest achievement as a PT

• Seeing my client’s confidence and pride in themselves after they master a new exercise or reach their goals

Why should members train with you?

• I’m passionate about educating people on how to complete exercises with correct technique so you get the most out of each workout while encouraging you to do your best and meet your goals!
• I love to find a balance between working hard and still enjoying your time at the gym, this means I’ll make sure you leave knowing you really got a lot of it but also super excited to get back again!

Tom Senftleben

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise & Sport Science, Major: 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.

Annalise Vine

Qualifications

• Certificate III & IV in Fitness 
• Diploma of Fitness
• First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis certified
• Working with Children’s Check

Experience/Training Style

• I prefer keeping each session short and sharp with minimal breaks
• Moderate – High intensity circuits and intervals with the inclusion of technique and guidance
• Each session is progressive, creative and effective

Specialisations/Interests

• Strength and Conditioning
• Athletic Performance
• High Intensity training

Biggest achievement as a PT
It is probably the greatest feeling to be partly responsible for someone turning their life around, which I have been lucky enough to experience as a personal trainer. That is my greatest
achievement.

Why should members train with you?
I am passionate about delivering structured and creative programs, as well as establishing a great connection with each client. I believe that mental health is just as important as physical health.

David Dobson

Qualifications

• Certificate III & IV in Fitness
• FMA Cert. 1
• Completing Bachelor of Exercise Science major in Strength & Conditioning

Experience/Training Style

• Melbourne Strength Culture Internship
• Unified Fitness Systems Internship
• Rise Rowville Academy Internship

I am currently a nationally ranked, drug-tested powerlifter with aspirations of taking the Australian squat record for my weight class and age category so my training is heavily around the squat, bench press and deadlift as well as growing as much muscle as I can to move more weight! I have an emphasis on efficient technique for injury prevention & optimal performance.

Specialisations/Interests

• Powerlifting
• Technique & rehabilitation
• General Strength & Conditioning
• Bodybuilding

Biggest achievement as a PT
My biggest achievement was when I helped my first client lose 5kg without having to use a crazy diet, a crazy workout plan or extreme measures. He has since learnt to enjoy exercising consistently and become a confident version of himself.

Why should members train with you?
If you want a straight-talking approach to training with an educated, structured system with a positive attitude to guide you to your goals. I am the coach for you.

Keegan Leeder

Qualifications

• Cert 3 and 4 in Fitness
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
• Level 1 Sports Power Coach
• Level 1 AFL Coaching Accreditation
• Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance ‘Nutrition & Dietetics Stream’

Experience/Training Style
Difficult and detailed training sessions that you can walk away from, knowing you have achieved something

Specialisations/Interests

• Sport Specific training
• Athletic development
• Prehabilitation
• Boxing
• Olympic lifting

Biggest achievement as a PT
My achievements come from the success of my clientele

Some notable achievements include;

• making it to AFL/AFLW level football
• making it to an Australian represented team
• running a sub 2hr 30min marathon, female
• losing 45kg in 2 years
• the many incredible body changing transformations

Why should members train with you?
I am informative and entertaining. My training sessions will get results. My Training is 100% focussed on the individual’s goals and needs. Sessions are well planned and designed to get
results. Professional yet personable style of training which encourages, motivates and challenges. Celebrates success

Rhiannon Wade

Qualifications

• Certificate 4 in Fitness
• Bachelor of Exercise Science
• Level 1 Wellness Coach

Experience/Training Style
I have a background in body weight training, having done gymnastics, dancing, cheerleading, and some acrobatics, however if I’m in the gym you’ll usually see me trying to lift heavy weights. I also enjoy doing some yoga, HIT and boxing for my own training.

Specialisations/Interests

• Functional training
• Strength training
• HIIT

Biggest achievement as a PT
Teaching Keegan to hold a handstand!

Why should members train with you?
If they want to see measurable results while keeping things fun and engaging, or if they want to learn something new and try a different approach to their usual training.

Trinesh Adari

Qualifications

• Remedial Massage therapist
• Certificate III & IV in Fitness
• Certified Mat level 1&2 Pilates Instructor
• Boxing Instructor

Experience/Training Style
Instead of calling it Training, can we use the word Playing instead? 😀 Playing is enjoyable and it is fun. That is how I describe my style. I do focus on the fundamentals and like to utilise the whole-body movements as much as possible and from there it is time for some fun.

• Explosive movements
• Rhythmic and Co-ordination style
• Conditioning

Specialisations/Interests

• Pilates Mat 1&2 Instructor
• Boxing Instructor 
• Muay Thai level 1 Graduate

Biggest achievement as a PT
Long-term friendships, valuable information and content and life experiences and being able to through my career as a PT. It is beautiful to see the participants develop their skills as the time goes by. It is beautiful to see the participants develop their skills as the time goes by. 

Why should members train with you?
I enjoy what I do, I will try my very best to make it enjoyable as we train together. It will not be so serious all the time, we going to enjoy the whole thing. Together.