Education and News For The Fitness Industry

Pilates & Yoga Now OSCA Recognised

By Barrie Elvish | December 20, 2024

AUSactive is pleased to announce Australian Bureau of Statistics’ recent revision of the Occupational Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) includes Pilates and Yoga Instructor’s occupations for the first time.

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AUSactive gains endorsement from ASAPD

By Barrie Elvish | December 16, 2024

With a focus on inclusive exercise and physical activity for everyone, AUSactive has taken a step forward by being recognised by the Australian Sporting Alliance for People with a Disability (ASAPD) through their Sector Partner Endorsement Program. 

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Myzone Appoints Global Marketing Director

By JT | December 13, 2024

Myzone, the leading wearable fitness technology brand, has appointed Tom Davies as its new Global Marketing Director.

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Snap Fitness Strides Ahead With Parkrun Australia

By JT | December 4, 2024

parkrunners and treadmill enthusiasts will now have the best of both worlds thanks to the launch of a new two-year partnership between Snap Fitness and parkrun Australia – aimed at getting communities more connected and active.

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Hapana To Drive Fitstop’s Ambitious US Expansion Strategy

By JT | December 3, 2024

Australia’s fastest-growing functional fitness franchise, Fitstop, has joined forces with studio management software Hapana (founded by CEO Jarron Aizen) to drive expansion into the U.S. market.

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Top 10 pilates-obsessed cities in Australia

By JT | November 28, 2024

It’s no secret – Australians are a pilates-obsessed nation: Already harnessing +49.5% increased searches* across the country in the last five years, new data has uncovered where Australia’s biggest pilates fanatics live.

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Game-changing CoverMe Fitness staff management app goes live in Australia

By JT | November 27, 2024

CoverMe Fitness, the seamless, on-demand management and cover solution app for fitness professionals, goes live in Australia this month to connect educated and qualified fitness professionals with local clubs and studios.

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AUSactive Keeps Finger On The Pulse With New Chair Appointment

By JT | November 26, 2024

AUSactive has future-proofed its Board with the early appointment of current Director and Managing Director of Myzone Australia Emmett Williams to Chair, ahead of Jayne Blake’s term end in July 2025.

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Position Vacant For A Personal Trainer With South East Leisure Dandenong VIC

By JT | November 22, 2024

The Personal Trainer role is responsible for helping members achieve their fitness goals through personalised training programs. They conduct individual and small-group sessions, providing guidance on exercise techniques, nutrition, and wellness.

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Fitness Business Podcast’s Interview With Ted Vickey

By JT | November 22, 2024

Episode 4 of Season 1 dropped a couple of weeks ago and it was a fantastic chat with Ted Vickey from FitWell about how to use AI for your fitness business. If you don’t want to listen to the episode, you can read the questions I ask here . . .

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Snap Fitness Set To Launch In Cairns

By JT | November 21, 2024

Jumping into a New Year’s fitness resolution, and sticking to it, is set to become easier for the Cairns community, with the first 24/7 Snap Fitness club set to open in February 2025 at Raintrees Shopping Centre.

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Snap Fitness Set To Elevate Performance With Mystery Shop Program Rollout

By JT | November 18, 2024

Service excellence and maintaining a competitive edge in the fitness industry has seen Snap Fitness become the largest national fitness brand to roll-out a monthly mystery shop program, in partnership with Mystery Shopping for Fitness Businesses, across its 260+ clubs in Australia. 

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Fitness Business Podcast’s Interview With Jamie Kennedy

By JT | November 8, 2024

Episode 3 of Season 1 dropped a couple of weeks ago and it was a fantastic chat with Jamie Kennedy from Brave Moon Podcasts. If you don’t want to listen to the episode, you can read the questions I ask here . . .

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Position Vacant For A Marketing & Communications Lead at Les Mills Asia Pacific

By JT | November 6, 2024

We’re looking for a Marketing & Communications Lead to join our dynamic team, as we strive for a fitter planet and drive our brand’s presence to new heights!

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Boutique Studios vs. Big Box Gyms: The Key to Member Retention Is Feelings

By JT | November 1, 2024

On my REX Roundtables trip, I had a workout at CycleBar Garden City, where I was reminded of something we often overlook in the business of fitness: it’s not just about the workout; it’s about the *feeling* you walk away with.

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