Meet the eCoaches

Heather Chirakis

Heather holds a Diploma of Remedial Massage, Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice, Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training) and Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instruction). A registered nurse with many years experience, she is also Master Trainer Certified. As a healthcare provider, Heather is often seen on campus delivering the Institute’s First Aid courses to budding fitness professionals.

Solveig Anderson

Solveig holds a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Nutrition, Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training) and Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instruction). She is also Master Trainer Certified. After completing her degree, Solly (as she’s affectionately known) undertook an internship under the direction of Exercise Physiologists. This led to her employment with Peak Health and Rehabilitation. After starting a family, Solly now consults privately with clients for personal training and nutrition. A mad keen long distance runner Solly is often seen pounding the pavements of her hometown Brisbane preparing for upcoming marathons.

Fiona McKay

Fiona holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Education, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training) and Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instruction). She is Master Trainer Certified and a Punch Pad Instructor. An experienced educator and trainer, Fiona runs her own PT business Barefoot Fitness, which offers outdoor one-on-one and group training sessions. A life-long learner, Fiona is currently undertaking studies in graphic design, developing skills she hopes to use to assist fellow fitness professionals to establish and market their own businesses.

Kenny McDonald

Kenny holds a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science, Certificate IV in Massage Therapy Practice, Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training) and Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instruction). He is Master Trainer Certified and a Certified Spin Instructor. Kenny’s passion for all things movement was ignited at a young age where he represented New Zealand in trampolining and tumbling. Since completing his degree, Kenny has focussed on sports specific training and injury management, working and travelling with professional rugby teams.

Gary Mullins

Gary holds a Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training) and Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instruction). He is Master Trainer Certified and an Advanced Thump Boxing Instructor. Gary runs his own PT business, and his clients include Brides 2 Be, SLSC Rowers, and ultra marathon runners. An active athlete, Gary’s passions span a variety of disciplines including archery, squash, AFL, hockey, rugby union, soccer, cricket, triathlon and athletics

Kate Henderson

Kate holds a Bachelor of Health and Physical Education, Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training) and Certificate III in Fitness (Gym Instruction / Aqua). She is Master Trainer Certified and a Punch Boxing Instructor. Kate is a Director of Z-Best Fitness. With a passion for sport and fitness, Kate is a competitive spirit with a background in horse riding and marathons. Recently she contributed to Ageless Vitality – a guide to good health after 40 – and has developed and produced an outdoor PT course for the Australian Fitness Network.