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Hear from industry leaders about fitness industry career pathways, challenges and what you need to succeed.

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THINKING ABOUT A
CAREER IN FITNESS?

Stuck in a career rut? Love fitness but not sure if you could make a successful, long-lasting career out of it? Come and hear from professionals who’ve done just that.

Before making a decision to embark on a career in the fitness industry, learn about different pathways, challenges you could face, and how to set yourself up to succeed.

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All In 90 minutes

Get an honest overview of Australia’s fitness landscape in this 90-minute workshop.

industry experts

Industry experts

Get insights from current professionals who’ve carved out a range of different careers in fitness.

Q&A

live Q&A

Ask questions about studying fitness and working in the industry, to figure out if it’s for you.

MEET THE HOSTS

JUSTIN-ASHLEY

JUSTIN ASHLEY

CEO & Co-Founder

With 20 years of experience in the fitness industry, Justin has held several club-based positions before co-founding the award-winning gyms, One Playground and The Bunker.

As the leader of the company, he has successfully expanded it to four locations, with over 15k members and more than 250 staff. Justin is most proud of being recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 Great Places to Work.

LAURA BASTA

LAURA BASTA

Head Of Fitness

Laura, the 2015 PNBA Olympia World Title holder and 2017 Puma and Women’s Health Ambassador, merged her passions for circus and fitness.

She started as a part-time instructor in Surry Hills and became the National Group Fitness Manager in no time.

She created the CircusFit™️ class, trained 150+ instructors, and placed in the 2017 Ultimate BeastMaster Series.

MATT DUNCAN

MATT DUNCAN

Head Of Coaching

Matt’s nationally recognised ‘Breakthrough’ program as a youth worker inspired him to help people through fitness.

He now works with a diverse client base, including stroke survivors, cerebral palsy patients, athletes, business owners, and actors.

Matt also provides structured education on movement and personal development to over 100 coaches at One Playground.

CLAUDIA HOWARD

CLAUDIA HOWARD

Head Of Wellness

Claudia is an indispensable member of One Playground’s wellness team. Her experience as a trainer and program developer, combined with her attention to detail, delivers unparalleled quality in wellness initiatives.

Her leadership inspires a highly skilled and motivated team, always striving for excellence. Claudia’s innovative approach elevates the wellness program to new heights, setting the standard for luxury.

Wednesday
27th November

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7.30pm
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One Playground Merrylands

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5.30 pm
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HEAR FROM
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“I had been working as a warehouse manager for a food packaging company, there wasn't a lot of opportunity to grow. I had been training at the gym my whole adult life and I loved being at Fitness Playground so I enrolled in my Cert III & IV with FP Academy. With live clients, I was able to put myself in the shoes of a coach and learn how to do it before I was expected to coach. I now have a job at Fitness Playground and I love it.”

Kareim A

IRP 2021

“I was an international airline pilot. Covid-19 gave me some time off from flying and showed me how down and fatigued I'd become. It was time for change. I originally signed up for an online Cert III & IV course but I came across FP Academy. Their course seemed much more relevant to what I needed to know, so I took a detour. The practical demonstrations and mentoring has given me solid foundations that I wouldn’t have been able to get online.”

James M

IRP 2021

"I work in the finance industry and still enjoy it, but I was missing something an office job couldn't provide. I thought about becoming a PT for several years but always found too many barriers (time, money, effort). I then started training at Fitness Playground, met the amazing and highly qualified trainers and discovered FP Academy. I made a call, and remembered being told: 'Don't wait forever to let your dreams come true', so finally, I signed up!”

Elke H

IRP 2021

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FAQs

Is this workshop right for me?

Are you considering a career in fitness and wondering if it’s the right fit for you? Want to hear from industry leaders about fitness industry career pathways, challenges and what you need to succeed? Come along to our free workshop to get these insights before deciding whether or not you want to commit to study.

What will I learn?

You’ll get an honest overview of Australia’s fitness industry landscape, hearing about everything from what it’s like to work in Group Fitness and Personal Training, to options for running and owning gyms.

Do I need to pay?

No, Industry Insights is a free workshop that gives you access to both hear from and ask questions of industry leaders including Justin Ashley, Matt Duncan, Laura Basta, Claudia Howard and Tom Merriman.