Australian Combat & Exercise - Alumni

Tammy Curtis

I am the owner and head trainer at Tammy Curtis - Fit for All personal training studio newly relocated in Ocean Grove, Melbourne. My interest in the industry came about when I retired from the Australian Women's Indoor Volleyball team and wanted to follow a fitness passion. It has given me many experiences including working as a trainer in a major London law firm, managing corporate facilities in Melbourne and Auckland, and working across a number of commercial facilities and fitness businesses such as Fernwood, Step into Life and the Australian Institute of Sport. For 10 years I was a lecturer at Australian Fitness Academy teaching the Cert III & IV in Fitness. This is where I got to share my 20+ years of knowledge in the industry. My passion lies in the rehab aspect of fitness and is the current direction of my business in the Bellarine Peninsula.

Ty Johnson

Michelle Brennan

With many years of ballet training and a Bachelor of Education in Contemporary Dance, my journey naturally led me into the fitness industry—over 30 years ago. Since then, I’ve experienced the industry from a variety of perspectives: as a group fitness instructor, manager, instructor trainer, personal trainer, and even competitive bodybuilder. These days, my passion lies in group fitness, particularly mind-body disciplines. I teach a range of classes including ABT, Barre, Mat & Reformer Pilates, Flow, and Yin Yoga.

Leah Bound

Claudia Burke

Been a Personal Trainer since 2005 and a Group Fitness Instructor since 2015. Became a full time trainer in 2016 when I left my full time position as a Project Manager. I have worked for many facilities during this time, have grown as an instructor and leader and helped many people change their lifestyle. Create a balance between High & Low exercise routines and offer a wide variety of knowledge and expertise. Would love to work as a Leader or Manager in the Fitness Industry eventually if given the opportunity. With Covid I've had to return to part time work as a Project Manager while taking a few classes after hours. Hopefully if some sort of 'normal' ever exists again, I will return to Full Time Group Fitness. This is my passion and where I thrive as a teacher.

Peter Xenoulis

Connor Stoneham

Highly motivated individual with a drive and interest in coaching in the elite level particularly through the AFL pathways, utilising opportunities within the sport and recreation industry to broaden and strengthen my understanding of strength and conditioning to assist in my endeavors.

Paul Riley

I completed my Certificate III and IV in Fitness at the MAX International College for Fitness Professional in 2021 where I am very proud to say I achieved the best Final Knowledge Check result in the college’s 31 year history. I am a strong believer in scientifically based Functional (movements that mimic everyday activities) Compound Exercises (movements that use multiple muscle groups) to maximise the time in each training session. I am all about enjoying exercise and partnering with my clients to ensure each training session is productive and beneficial. A comprehensive explanation of the target muscles used in each exercise is customary. I was also part of the Australian Team for the 1997 World Triathlon Championships in Cancun, Mexico

Zhe Li

Michael Ahumada