2015 FITNESS
INDUSTRY AWARD
WINNERS
Acknowledging those who give so much to the fitness industry, and to the wider community.
he Fitness Industry Awards, coordinated by Australian Fitness Network, acknowledge the work of individuals and organisations
who give so much to the industry, and to the wider community, in an effort to change more lives for the better. Presented annually
during the FILEX fitness industry convention, the awards showcase truly inspirational figures and groups.
On 10 April, before thousands of industry peers at the Melbourne Convention Centre, Network announced the 2015 award winners:
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Steve Jensen – Lifetime Achievement
Managing director and owner of Impact Training Corporation and the
National Sales Academy, Jensen has influenced and trained literally
thousands of fitness professionals around the globe through his
legendary sales and communications workshops.
YMCA Australia – Inspiration Award
The YMCA inspires, influences and helps thousands, if not millions
of Australians to enjoy healthier lifestyles – many of whom may not
have been able to do so on their own. Over the last four years, for
example, the YMCA has raised more than $800,000 from the annual
Swimathon, with all funds used to help people with disabilities enjoy
access to the water.
Paul Taylor – Presenter of the Year
Consistently delivering world class presentations to FILEX and
other conference delegates around the world, Paul is a highly
regarded exercise scientist, educator and creator of the BioAge
fitness testing software.
Denise Green – Group Exercise Instructor of the Year
An industry veteran of more than 29 years, Denise is a much
loved instructor and manager at Inspired Life Total Health Club in
Kalgoorlie, WA. She has consistently worked hard at developing
herself and her team, and has also been instrumental in developing a
number of community-focused efforts.
Adriano Meli – Personal Trainer of the Year
With a Masters in Exercise Physiology, Adriano is a sought-after
personal trainer and practitioner at Bee Active Personal Training in
Sydney. Well known for helping his clients achieve their goals, he is
also committed to raising the profile of the fitness industry in the eyes
of allied health professionals.
Jennifer Schembri-Portelli – Author of the Year
The founder of Water Exercise Training Service (WETS), Jennifer has
been a high quality and regular contributor to a number of Australian
Fitness Network publications for more than two decades. Read her
latest words of advice for aqua instructors on page 46.
Commenting on this year’s awards, Network’s CEO, Ryan Hogan,
said: ‘We were truly blown away by the quality of applications and
would like to extend our warm congratulations to all award winners
on their very well deserved recognition.’
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