Registered Fitness Professional

Anita Anita McDonald
Dalmore, VIC

Bupa Recognised

277 0-120 is a NEW PROFESSIONAL
- Limited experience
- Initial education

120-230 is a DEVELOPING PROFESSIONAL
- Some industry experience
- Developing networks
- Further education

230-290 is an ACCOMPLISHED PROFESSIONAL
- Commitment to learning
- Extensive experience
- Multiple references

290-300 is an INDUSTRY LEADER
- 12+ years industry experience for 300 rating

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Specialisation

Pilates, Kids Yoga, Boga Board

Industry Experience

15 years

FITREC Certificate

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REGISTERED 4 years

EXP 06-SEP-2024

A Bit About Me

I have been a fitness professional for over 10 years.
I was inspired to teach Pilates after having injured my back in a car accident 8 years previous, before and not being able to walk for over 3 months. Ending in having to have a partial discectomy or as we say spine surgery.
Having done Pilates for 5 years prior to having the surgery , Pilates allowed me to walk for those 5 years and maintain my spine to some degree. Pilates gave me a very strong mind, core and body which aided in my recovery. An hour after surgery due to my strong core I was up and walking to the bathroom on my own which I had not done in 3 months.After my recovery Pilates aided me in returning to something that I found I really loved, with the backing of my family. I went ahead to study to be a pilates instructor which has given me great joy in being able to pass on my knowledge and experience and aiding people in the healing of their own bodies. I am always furthering my education through my mentors in America.

Mentors / Coaches

Pilates Anytime Jan 2013 - CURRENT
Pilates Anytime

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Anita is a very confident effective Pilates teacher, I had great feedback from patients. Anita was great at modifying classes for LBP patients and in the clinic. Anita was very passionate, energetic and caring to patients, always punctual and ready fill in extra classes if required.

Andrew Ritter, Head Physiotherapist, Casey ARC Physiotherapy
Sep 2019

Anita has been an employee of Aligned Leisure for 2 years. Over that time Anita has been a reliable instructor, who regularly helps with class covers. Anita has a great following; her participants really enjoy her classes and the knowledge she imparts to them. She provides good clear instruction to all levels, adjusting exercises as needed to the individual, whilst keeping the class fun. Anita has an outgoing, inclusive personality and makes everyone feel comfortable in her classes.

Rose Meredith, Group Fitness Captain, Aligned Leisure - Cardinia Life
Sep 2019

Anita has been an employee at Goodlife Health Clubs Fountain Gate for 5 years. Anita has shown to be reliable, loyal, caring, a brilliant instructor, will work with the needs of others. Anita leads her fitness classes with music to hold interest and keep an upbeat tone as she leads each group session. Her classes are always full and many people are always returning members. She provides excellent motivation and tries to model good choices both inside of the gym and in her daily life as well. She has an outgoing personality and has great social skills which work when working with others. Your gym/studio will benefit by selecting Anita as a Pilates instructor.

Areti Stevens, Group Fitness Manager, Goodlife Health Clubs
Sep 2019

Work History  (100/100)

Pilates studio rehabilitation Jan 2022 - Current
Summerville Myotherapy and Pilates studio
Kids and teen yoga instructor Feb 2020 - Current
Base yoga
Pilates instructor Mar 2018 - Current
EnVie Fitness Berwick
Boga board/ aqua fit board Mar 2018 - Current
YMCA Race Cranbourne
Pilates instructor May 2016 - Current
Cardinia leisure
Pilates instructor Feb 2013 - Current
YMCA Cardinia Life
Pilates instructor Jan 2013 - Current
GoodLife Narre Warren
Pilates instructor Feb 2011 - Current
YMCA Springers
Pilates instructor Sep 2009 - Current
YMCA Race/Arc cranbourne & Narre Warren
Pilates instructor Feb 2009 - Current
YMCA CASEY ONE
Pilates instructor Jan 2009 - Current
A1.Pilates
Pilates Instructor May 2021 - Jan 2022
Casey Myohealth
Pilates instructor Reformer Dec 2019 - Dec 2021
Berwick Pilates
Pilates instructor Jul 2019 - Dec 2019
Leigh Terek podiatry and physiotherapy
Kids yoga instructor Jun 2018 - Dec 2019
Yogafun
Pilates instructor Jun 2013 - Jun 2014
Narre Warren physiotherapy
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Compliance

First Aid Expired
CPR Expired
PL/PI Insurance Not Provided
Police Check
Working with Children Expires Oct 2025

Education  (77/100)

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance Mar 2022
Stirling Institute of Australia
LEVEL B
200hrs Childrens Yoga Teaching Jun 2019
YogaFun
FR A60
Level 1 BOGA FitMAT Education Training Nov 2017
BOGA FIT
LEVEL B
Fitness Pilates - Mat Level 2 Jun 2012
Positive Action Pilates
LEVEL B
Fitness Pilates - Reformer Feb 2011
Positive Action Pilates
LEVEL B
Pilates Fitball Training Jul 2010
The Australian Pilates Academy
LEVEL B
Pilates Floor Exercises Jul 2010
The Australian Pilates Academy
LEVEL B
Pilates Pregancy Training Jul 2010
The Australian Pilates Academy
LEVEL B
Pilates Mat Level 1 Sep 2009
The Australian Pilates Academy
FR A60
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Mentors / Coaches

Pilates Anytime Jan 2013 - CURRENT
Pilates Anytime

References  (100/100) View All

Anita is a very confident effective Pilates teacher, I had great feedback from patients. Anita was great at modifying classes for LBP patients and in the clinic. Anita was very passionate, energetic and caring to patients, always punctual and ready fill in extra classes if required.

Andrew Ritter, Head Physiotherapist, Casey ARC Physiotherapy
Sep 2019

Anita has been an employee of Aligned Leisure for 2 years. Over that time Anita has been a reliable instructor, who regularly helps with class covers. Anita has a great following; her participants really enjoy her classes and the knowledge she imparts to them. She provides good clear instruction to all levels, adjusting exercises as needed to the individual, whilst keeping the class fun. Anita has an outgoing, inclusive personality and makes everyone feel comfortable in her classes.

Rose Meredith, Group Fitness Captain, Aligned Leisure - Cardinia Life
Sep 2019

Anita has been an employee at Goodlife Health Clubs Fountain Gate for 5 years. Anita has shown to be reliable, loyal, caring, a brilliant instructor, will work with the needs of others. Anita leads her fitness classes with music to hold interest and keep an upbeat tone as she leads each group session. Her classes are always full and many people are always returning members. She provides excellent motivation and tries to model good choices both inside of the gym and in her daily life as well. She has an outgoing personality and has great social skills which work when working with others. Your gym/studio will benefit by selecting Anita as a Pilates instructor.

Areti Stevens, Group Fitness Manager, Goodlife Health Clubs
Sep 2019

Achievements

Being able to walk again Mar 2006
Cabrini hospital Malvern  

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