MEET THE TEAM
Our aim is to educate, inspire and motivate you all into being the healthiest and happiest humans you can be.
The Fitness Avenue team are here for YOU - to support you, to listen, to guide you and to help you achieve your goals.
JODI WINTER / OWNER FITNESS AVENUE
Jodi has trained all her life and knows what a difference it makes to be fit and healthy. Personal Training is an opportunity to pass over her experience and knowledge, and to transfer her crazy amounts of energy by motivating and challenging you.
After competing in both the Sydney 2000 and 2004 Olympic Game’s in Athens, Jodi was faced with the big question of ‘what to do’ with her life. She found her choice to be an easy one and to stick with what she knew!
After studying and outdoor training, great results and feedback from clients inspired Jodi to open up her own training studio. This goal was achieved goal when ‘Fitness Avenue’ opened its doors to the world! in 2006.
Jodi loves a laugh and good time. She has the ability to make exercise enjoyable and will challenge you with realistic expectations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Cert IV Master Trainer
Cert III Gym Instructor
Certified Integrative Holistic Health Coach
‘Certified Habit Changing Coach’
Fitness for Women
Cutting Edge Core Training
Knee, Shoulder and Lumbar Spine Injury Prevention and Rehab
Associate Diploma of Business Administration
Current Senior first aid certificate
Creative Battle Rope, Kettlebell and Interval Training Sessions
SPORTING ACHIEVEMENTS
Dual Olympian - Rowing
Dual World Champion – Rowing
National medalist in swimming – Backstroke
NSW Representative Netball Player
COACH LAUREN
Lauren believes in the joy and vitality that physical activity brings and loves to share that experience through her coaching. She has guided clients of all ages and abilities, from primary school swim squads to strength training for the elderly, and from high-intensity interval training to gentle recovery and stretching.
Lauren finds immense satisfaction in helping people achieve their unique health goals. With nine years in the fitness industry, she has honed the patience and communication skills necessary to guide individuals in training their bodies in a fun and safe way. A competitive athlete herself, Lauren has also trained elite high school athletes in rugby, soccer, and water polo, travelling with teams across greater Sydney.
In our fast-paced, stressful world, Lauren understands the importance of slowing down both body and mind through stretching and meditation. She always dedicates extra time to stretch and recovery at the end of her strength sessions, ensuring a balanced approach to fitness.
QUALIFICATIONS
Cert III & Cert IV Master Trainer
ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach
YogaBody - Science of Stretching Coach
Advanced certificate in Meditation and Mindfulness with ACMM
Melt Method Practitioner
Level 1 - Kettlebell Training
Level 1 - TRX Training
Current Senior First Aid
PERSONALITY
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High energy and always upbeat
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You’ll know Lauren by her voice and American accent
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Has a coaching firmness and intensity for results
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Recovery is her favourite thing so she always tends to go overtime with stretching
COACH ANTHONY
Anthony would have to be one of the nicest people we know! He is highly motivated and knowledgeable as a personal trainer and will take care of all your individual needs.
Anthony’s experience and personality blend really well to make him a fun yet very good trainer. He is very strict on technique and will give you a push when needed.
He is experienced in all aspects of group training from X-Training, Tabata, HIIT and Boxing classes. Emphasis on professionalism and creating rapport with clients and colleagues.
QUALIFICATIONS
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Functional ageing & exercising
Kettlebells
Punchfit
Functional Training Strength
COACH HAMISH
Hamish has a calm yet confident presence at the gym. His passion for sport & movement shines through in his sessions. Growing up with a love for sport, especially rugby, surfing, snowboarding and basketball, he knows firsthand the importance of strength, mobility, and endurance in building a well-rounded, capable body.
As a trainer, he takes a detailed approach, making sure every rep, movement, and training session has a purpose. Whether your goal is to build strength, increase muscle mass, lose weight, improve mobility, or just feel better in your everyday life, Hamish will help you train with intention and get results. No matter where you're starting from, he will challenge you while keeping training fun and engaging because fitness should be something you enjoy.
QUALIFICATIONS
Cert III & Cert IV Master Trainer
ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach
COACH LIV
Liv is our little pocket rocket 'technician’ and cannot wait to train you! Outside of the gym, she has a love for anything to do with the ocean. Surfing, swimming, Surf Boat rowing & sunrises. Liv’s passion is to help people find their strength in the gym and to help channel the mental growth that comes as a by-product. You will be greeted with a warm smile & be closely watched, pushed, and corrected as you train.
QUALIFICATIONS
Cert III in coaching
Cert IV Personal Training, Master Trainer
Current Studies: Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science
Bronze Medallion
COACH TONY
Tony has always been passionate about health & fitness as shown through years of doing sport. Rugby union, cricket, squash, middle distance running & not to mention a 1st grade baseball umpire. So for years Tony has experienced the enjoyment and rewards that come from being active, fit and healthy.
After years of balancing a corporate career & his passion for health & fitness, Tony gained his Cert 111 & 1V Master Trainer in 2016.
Tony’s goal as a trainer is to fully leverage his exercise knowledge and life skills to help others to achieve their own health & fitness goals, so they can enjoy the great lifestyle benefits that come with being your best self.
Tony enjoys training Cardiovascular Fitness, Fullbody/ functional Training, Strength Training, Boxing fitness, Older Adults
QUALIFICATIONS
Cert III & IV, Master Trainer in Fitness & Personal Training
PunchFit - Level 1 Certified Trainer
Certificate in Therapeutic Massage - Association of Remedial Massage