AFA staff are all experienced, fully committed and passionate about the roles they play in educating and motivating people to work in the Fitness Industry.  

The Academy's staff have an incredible amount of practical expertise, many of them working as current PT’s and operating their own businesses as well.

AFA is continually developing its staff and looking for new and qualified presenters to join the existing team.  The company prides itself on having highly qualified, industry experts so students can benefit from current practices and approaches to this dynamic industry. 

It is also important, as a student hungry to learn, that you are exposed to industry leaders who are motivating to learn from.

The Australian Fitness Academy team of lecturers:

LAUREN KENNEDY
•    Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement)
•    Certificate IV in Fitness - Personal Trainer
•    Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment

Lauren kick-started her career in the fitness industry after completing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Movement.  Laurens extensive knowledge base combined with her proactive nature has allowed her to develop and thrive in the growing area of corporate health and fitness.
Evolving as a strong and influential personal trainer, Lauren quickly gained a solid client base and established herself as a reputable trainer capable of producing a wide variety of client based results.

A thirst for knowledge inspired Lauren to relocate to the UK, where a role as Master Trainer in one of London’s leading health clubs broadened her experience to an international level.
Lauren developed strengths in the areas of corrective functional exercise, core conditioning and pre/post natal activity. Her thorough approach, energetic passion and positive attitude translates into every personal session, something Lauren now relays to AFA Personal Training students as she educates them to become leaders in the industry. 

JOSH HUMPHREY
•    Certificate III in Fitness - Gym Instructor
•    Certificate IV in Fitness - Personal Trainer
•    Senior First Aid
•    Systemised Personal Training
•    SuperTrainer Fitness Boxing & Kickboxing Trainer
•    All Stars Boxing Exercise for Fitness Professionals
•    Centrality Advanced Postural Analysis & Applied Exercise Prescription

Josh has been a personal trainer for 4 years and although he is considered 'new' to the fitness industry his passion for fitness has been life long.
Initially training with the Royal Australian Air Force and then Equilibrium Health & Fitness Josh now finds himself one of Australian Fitness Academy’s most popular lecturers.

Josh has trained a number of clients pursuing a wide variety of goals - the fit, young and healthy through to the physically and mentally challenged and has found a passion for helping those who are obese or overweight.

Through his teaching Josh passes on a passion that is contagious and offers a genuine desire to help people grow and achieve.

RUSSELL JARRETT
•    B.App. Sci (Phys.Ed)
•    Currently studying Masters in Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning)
•    Level 3 Strength and Conditioning Coach
•    Southern Stars Women’s National Cricket Team – Strength and Conditioning Coach
•    Cert IV in Fitness (Personal Trainer
•    Certified Kettlebell Instructor

Russell has been actively involved in the Elite Sports and Fitness Industries since 1990. In that time he has been an Educator, Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Business Owner and Industry Consultant to Gymnasiums and PT Centre’s.

Russell has worked with two AFL clubs as Strength and Conditioning Coach, as well as training AIS athletes in Golf, Tennis and Australian Rules football. His unique background and wealth of experience allows him to present and connect to individuals of all fitness backgrounds, making a positive impact and creating long term change.

Currently, Russell presents to Universities, Institutes and corporate groups bringing education, knowledge and inspiration to those wanting to perform better and function effectively in their work and personal lives. An expert in great demand, Russell still works with individual clients and small groups, having conducted many thousands of Strength and Conditioning sessions during his career.

Russell is currently studying to complete his Masters in Exercise Science and is the Victorian Co-coordinator of the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association.

NICK ELSTON
•    Masters Biomedical Science (Exercise Physiology)
•    B.Sc (Hons)
•    B.Bus (Business Administration)
•    Certificate III & IV in Fitness
•    Level 1 Strength & Conditioning
•    Certificate in Exercise for Rehabilitation

An Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Box Hill Hawks (VFL), Nick has been working within the fitness industry for over 5-years and lecturing since 2005.

Nick brings a wealth of theoretical knowledge to students with his extensive and impressive list of qualifications. Teamed with his practical expertise Nick is a first class lecturer who aims to help students gain the knowledge and confidence required to enter the fast paced fitness industry.