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Amy!

Bianca!

CHERIE BARBEN
BODYWIZE CARDIO BOXING INSTRUCTOR
TUES 5:45 PM

Cherie has been instructing group fitness over the last 5 years initially an outdoor "boot camp" Sergeant and now "inside" instructing BodyPump and Cardio Boxing Classes. Cherie brings her passion for an active, healthy lifestyle to each and every class. Weight lifting, running, cycling, boxing, group fitness are enduring passions. Cherie would love for you to come to her class and join in on the fun! In her spare time, Cherie is also a full time IT professional and part time artist.


Dreams are free, so free your dreams

Current Qualifications:

• Graduate Certificate in Frontline Management.
• Certificate 3 Fitness Training.
• Les Mills BodyPump Instructor
• First Aid/CPR.

Chris has been in the fitness industry since 2006 starting out as a Personal Trainer before progressing on to become Fitness Centre Manager. He has been part of the Bodywize team for 3 years and believes in the Bodywize philosophy of incorporating fitness and overall body wellness. Chris is passionate about providing Brisbane's number one Health and Fitness centre for the Teneriffe members.

Cindy!

DAHLAS FLETCHER
BODYWIZE GROUP FITNESS MANAGER
BODYPUMP INSTRUCTOR TUESDAY'S 9.30AM

Dahlas has been instructing Group Fitness classes including BodyPump, BodyStep and Spin/RPM and Pregnancy Post Natal Classes for over 18 years. And has been the Group Fitness Manager for Bodywize for 3 years. After working many years in Advertising and Marketing, Group Fitness always provided the best stress relief for Dahlas.

"There is nothing better than being surrounded by positive motivated people who love challenging themselves."

IMAGINE. BELIEVE. ACHIEVE.

Current Qualifications:

• BA Media Communications.
• Certificate 3 Fitness Training.
• Les Mills BodyPump, BodyStep and RPM Certified International Instructor.
• Preggi Bellies - Postnatal and Pregnancy Instructor.
• Canadian Ski Instructor Level 2.
• First Aid/CPR.

DAN WEBB
BODYPUMP INSTRUCTOR MON 6.30PM & WEDS 6AM
BODYATTACK INSTRUCTOR MON 5.45PM & THURS 6AM


I have had my feet in trainers for about 8 - 9 years now, I wasn't always the "gym junkie" type. I remember the days, sleeping in until 12pm, eating whatever and whenever and the thought of getting up in winter was laughable. Saying that I was also 27 kilo's heavier than I am today! I owe my change to two ladies, customers from my retail days. They walked in, looking like a mess, telling me all about Body Step. I said they looked like train wrecks and they should go home, (Lucky they actually liked me and didn't punch my lights out!). Next thing you know, the week after that they were picking me up and taking me to my first class! I had not worn trainers since the death march that was high school athletics and lucky for me I met a great instructor by the name of Leah, who said..."Yep your gunna muck it up, Go the wrong way, feel silly...but you know what, just have fun, stick it out, and you will get there!"

9 years on after losing the 27kg's, gaining the ability to run, do a push up and grow some self esteem, I also began teaching the programs. I have been instructing Attack for 4 years now, Step for 3 and Pump for about 2 and a half. I am passionate about group fitness and the Les Mills programs as I have achieved fantastic results personally and have seen some massive gains in my participants fitness. One lady I know has lost 32 kilo's and counting, another stopped smoking, lost 29 kilogram's and in the same year survived a blood clot in her leg that, in her past life would have killed her. One thing I will say to anyone who completes a class is never sell yourself short of what you have just completed. Attack is one of the highest intensity programs the world has to offer, it takes some guts to complete it, be proud! If you've ever wanted to try it, don't wait, don't keep putting it off, come and have some fun!

To the regulars I see week in, week out at Bodywize - You inspire me to do what I do, and yes I even enjoy getting up early in Winter!


Current Qualifications

• Certificate III Group Fitness
• International certificate - Bodyattack
• International certificate - Bodypump
• Senior First Aid / CPR

ISRAEL ORTIZ
BODYWIZE ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR
THURS 6.30PM AND SAT 10.15AM

Cuban Dance Company was founded in January 2004 by Israel Ortiz, Brisbane's only genuine Cuban trained dance teacher and performer. Israel wishes to share with Latin aficionados the passion, energy and creativity that defines Cuban dance and music.

Born in Santiago de Cuba, Israel has been dancing practically all of his life. He first went to a specialised dance school at the age of 11 and went on to graduate from the National School of Art in Havana. Upon graduating, he worked for 2 different modern dance companies in Cuba before winning a position in the dance spectacular 'Havana Night'. He travelled the world with this company, performing in more than 9 countries throughout Asia and Europe, before settling in Australia in 2003.


Try a Zumba class with Israel. You are guaranteed to have a lot of fun and get fit !!

JP is extremely passionate about getting results for his clients and has been a trainer for 5 years. He has worked for Bodywize for most of his fitness career. He specialises in weight loss and strength training for all ages. Not only does he have the use of Bodywize Teneriffe's state of the art Techno Gym Fitness Equipment but his clients also benefit from sessions along the river at Newstead or some outdoor fun at Newfarm park.

Megan White
Bodywize Yoga Instructor
WEDS 9.30AM

My Yoga classes can be described as atmospheric, encouraging subtle awareness, being both gentle & strengthening. They offer a feeling of deep calm & replenishment encouraging one to find their own internal rhythm & pace, in turn discovering one's own natural body wisdom. My yoga classes are suited to the very beginner or the more practised Yogi.

I began my studies in 1991 with Fashion Design & has continued to design & construct garments & other fibre pieces since then. I then completed a degree in Visual Arts at QUT in 1996 where Fibre/ Sculpture, Print Making & Performance Installation were her medium of expression.

I completed my Yoga Oki-Do Teacher Training in 2002 & have been dedicated to offering this style of Yoga since then. I have continued my Yoga training in Australia, Japan & Europe.

I thoroughly enjoy working at Bodywize. I am & inspired by the members support of my Wednesday class & their dedication to their Yoga Practice.

I also highly recommend the Stella Day Spa, spend some time in the Bath House after a Yoga Class and you will thoroughly enjoy it.

Mel Tattam
Bodywize Pilates Instructor
FRIDAY 9.30AM

At 28, Melissa has endured a successful 11 year career with the Tasmanian and Queensland Ballet Companies. Within this period Melissa has accomplished, and made use of her certificates 4 in Personal Training and Pilates, while also completing one year of Human Movement studies through Central Queensland University. Her pilates matwork, reformer, Cadillac, and Wunda Chair training were completed through both the Pilates Institute of Australasia and Studio Pilates International.

Melissa will be furthering her career down the physiotherapy path in the next few years with the Australian Catholic University.

"Learning and working with the body has always been a passion. I love teaching to see improvement, it's so rewarding!"

Mona!

RENAE STEVENS
BODYWIZE YOGA INSTRUCTOR
SUNDAY 8.30AM
Renae has been teaching yoga full time for 12 years and has taught in Australia, Brazil, Japan, Beijing, Italy and New York. Renae's training required completing a 12 month dedicated daily practice under Sw. Jivan Prahlad before being accepted into the intensive three-year teacher apprenticeship at the Yoga Arts Academy, Melbourne. This specialized training focused on tailoring yoga sequences for the needs of each individual student in a powerful but gentle approach. Renae respects the role of teaching as a privilege and an amazing opportunity to witness people finding their own grace and artistry, and ultimately discovering yoga as a moving meditation.

Renae's other studies include:

• BA Fine Arts, Victorian College of the Arts.
• Art Therapy Post Graduate Degree, Latrobe University.
• First year Physiotherapy, University of Queensland.
• Samadhi Yoga for Preschoolers Teacher Training, Brisbane.
• CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Certificate, Sydney.
• AntiGravity® Aerial Yoga Teacher Training Level One, New York.

Renae specializes in Personalised Tuition in Sakshin Ghatashta Yoga & AntiGravity Aerial Yoga, and conducts Yoga & Art Workshops In Brisbane.

More info on Renae at: www.livingartsretreats.com or www.flightskool.com.au

Sarah!

SUNDAY WILDING
BODYWIZE BODYPUMP INSTRUCTOR
THURS 5.45PM

My love for fitness started at an early age when mum and dad used to drive me between Little Athletics, gymnastics and swimming training most nights. As soon as I was old enough I headed down to the local gym to sign up for a membership and I have been a dedicated gym junkie ever since. From the moment I participated in my first group fitness class I was hooked and knew that this was what I wanted to do. I still get a rush every time I get on the stage knowing that I am helping others to love fitness and to achieve their goals.

Working at the gym means that I am surrounded by motivated, strong people who want to live the best life possible And these are the type of people who I want to have around me.

I currently teach Thurs nights Body Pump and fill in Yoga classes at Bodywize so come and give it a go. Go Confidently in the direction of your dreams. LIVE THE LIFE YOU'VE IMAGINED...

Current Qualifications:

• Certificate 3 & 4 Personal training
• Thump Boxing for Fitness
• International certificate for Body Pump
• International certificate for Body Balance
• International certificate for RPM (indoor cycling)
• Senior First Aid
• Circuit training and group fitness
• Yoga training

VICKI WOOD
BODYWIZE PUMP INSTRUCTOR
THURS 9.30AM

Welcome to the wonderful world of Group Fitness. I'm Vicki. Wife to one, mother of three, master of none!

After working as a Nurse for many years, I decided to follow my real passion - Fitness, specifically Group Exercise. People always ask me why I gave up Nursing to do Fitness work. I say that I've only exchanged one caring profession for another.

I love teaching people how to get the most out of their workouts, to reach their personal best, and to do so within a friendly, relaxed, and fun atmosphere.

I currently teach Bodypump at 9:30am on Thursday mornings.


Current Qualifications

• Certificate III and IV - Personal Trainer
• International certificate - Bodyattack
• International certificate - Bodybalance
• International certificate - Bodycombat
• International certificate - Bodypump
• Level:1 Boxing certificate
• Level:1 Kickboxing certificate
• Senior First Aid

Will likes to start his day with a quick surf before hitting the gym. His favorite part about being a member of the Bodywize Teneriffe team is getting people started at the gym and watching them achieve their fitness goals. He also loves eggs!!