What are your qualifications?
I studied at Deakin University, Burwood, Vic, completing a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) and Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary).
What did you do before Online Fitness?
After graduating from University in 2002, I went on to teaching, Physical Education, Health Education and Outdoor Education for 5 years at an all girls’ school in Melbourne. Every year I took on new challenges, coaching new sporting teams, organising camps and motivating students to continue enjoying their health and fitness.
Why did you decide to start teaching?
Since my first year of high school I wanted to work in the Health and Fitness industry. I loved Physical Education and any type of sport as a child and wanted to continue my adult life/career in that area. My year 7 PE teacher was a role model for me and increased my interest and inspiration in Health and Fitness. My sister also completed a Human Movement degree and love every minute of it, so I decided to have the best of both worlds and do a dual degree in both areas.
After teaching high school students for 5 years, I needed a new challenge and that’s when I moved into teaching adults.
Why did you choose Online Fitness?
It was actually purely by chance that I came to work with Online Fitness. My partner is a Brisbane boy and we were living in Melbourne where I was born and raised. He was offered a job opportunity in Brisbane so we decided to make the move. Like I said, I felt I needed a new challenge so instead of looking for high school teaching I was looking for any job in the fitness industry. That is when I came across Online Fitness. I was interviewed over the phone and was employed in December before moving up in January. It was such an exciting time, moving to a new state and moving into a new career. I have loved every moment at Online Fitness!
What is your role?
I first started as delivering the Cert IV part time class. I then moved into a full time position delivering the Cert III and IV course. I now oversee all of cert III correspondence, marking, curriculum etc. I have been involved in the producing and developing of our new online product. I am also the graphic designer for the company (just something I do in my spare time!).
What do you enjoy most about Online Fitness?
Moving to a new state and job has been the hardest thing I have had to do. Leaving all my family and friends was very daunting but the team at Online Fitness have been outstanding! They have made me feel so welcome and a part of the family. I would not want to work anywhere else. I also love the fact that we as a company are making a difference in the Fitness industry, not only enhancing our students’/trainers’ knowledge, but providing highly educated personal trainers for the community.
