Registered Fitness Professional
Anita McDonald
Dalmore, VIC
Bupa Recognised
- 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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ID# 71143
Specialisation
Pilates, Kids Yoga, Boga Board
Industry Experience
14 years
FITREC Certificate
REGISTERED 3 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.
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
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 | |
Compliance
| First Aid | Expires Nov 2023 |
| CPR | Expires Nov 2023 |
| PL/PI Insurance | Not Provided |
| Police Check | |
| Working with Children | Expires Oct 2025 |
| COVID Vaccinated | |
Education (85/100)
| 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 |
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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