Registered Fitness Professional
Melanie Briony Hawksley
Newcastle, NSW
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# 72155
Specialisation
Personal Training
Industry Experience
16 years
FITREC Certificate
REGISTERED 6 years
EXP 10-JUL-2026
A Bit About Me
A Bit About Me
Breathwork, Fitness & Lifestyle Coach for Women in Midlife
Strength · Self Awareness · Resilience
A stronger way to live in your body.
Midlife isn’t a decline. It’s a transition that calls for a new approach.
I work with women who are ready to move beyond confusion and conflicting advice, and instead build strength, energy, and confidence in a way that supports this stage of life.
Through fitness, breathwork, and lifestyle coaching, I help women reconnect with their bodies, regulate stress, and create lasting, meaningful change.
My approach is grounded in evidence and shaped by real-world experience.
No extremes. No quick fixes. Just practical tools that help you feel capable and back in control.
I offer workshops, events, and 1:1 coaching designed to build resilience from the inside out.
Strong. Capable. Supported.
www.stronglikeawoman.com.au
Interests
Nutrition Wellness Coaching Mindfulness
References (100/100) View All
Melanie worked with us for 7 years as a Remedial Massage Therapist. Melanie quickly built up a very busy successful Massage Practice with us while still maintaining her work as a Fitness trainer. Melanie was extremely hardworking, reliable and a joy to work with. She always behaved in a professional manner and was an asset to the business. Melanie's colleagues and clients were sad to see her go and we wish her well in her new work.
Kellie Ellington,
Clinic Manager, Thirroul Natural Healing Centre.
Sep 2019
Melanie has been fantastic at tailoring workouts for my specific goals and fitness. I first started seeing her when COVID-19 hit and gyms closed, and she was able to show me ways of exercising that kept me fit and built muscle, without the need for complicated gym equipment. Gyms are open now, but I have kept my sessions with Melanie, which are challenging and innovative. I recommend her highly.
Warwick Stewart,
CLIENT
Aug 2020
Mel is great! She tailors the program to suit your fitness level, she is professional and committed to her clients to get the results you want. She is a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend.
Kelly O'Neill,
CLIENT
Sep 2020
Work History (100/100)
| Breathwork, Fitness & Lifestyle Coach | Oct 2020 - Current |
| Strong Like A Woman | |
| Stretch Therapist | Jul 2021 - Sep 2022 |
| The Stretch Lab Newcastle | |
| Mobile + Online Personal Trainer Weight-Loss Coach | Mar 2020 - Nov 2020 |
| Fitness Inside Out | |
| Personal Trainer & Weight-Loss Coach | Oct 2019 - Mar 2020 |
| Ambition Coaching | |
| Remedial Massage Therapist | Aug 2012 - Jan 2019 |
| Thirroul Natural Healing Centre | |
Compliance
| First Aid | Expires Sep 2028 |
| CPR | Expires Oct 2026 |
| PL/PI Insurance | Expires Sep 2026 |
| Police Check | Issued Feb 2021 |
| Working with Children | Expires Sep 2029 |
Education (100/100)
| Breath Science Certification | Apr 2026 |
| School of Breath Science |
| Language of Breath Breathworker | Jul 2024 |
| The Language of Breath - Breathworker School |
| Certified Ice Bath Instructor | Nov 2023 |
| Power Of The Breath |
| Functional Breathing Instructor | Oct 2023 |
| Oxygen Advantage |
| Trauma Informed Certificate For Coaches | Aug 2023 |
| The Centre For Healing |
References (100/100) View All
Melanie worked with us for 7 years as a Remedial Massage Therapist. Melanie quickly built up a very busy successful Massage Practice with us while still maintaining her work as a Fitness trainer. Melanie was extremely hardworking, reliable and a joy to work with. She always behaved in a professional manner and was an asset to the business. Melanie's colleagues and clients were sad to see her go and we wish her well in her new work.
Kellie Ellington,
Clinic Manager, Thirroul Natural Healing Centre.
Sep 2019
Melanie has been fantastic at tailoring workouts for my specific goals and fitness. I first started seeing her when COVID-19 hit and gyms closed, and she was able to show me ways of exercising that kept me fit and built muscle, without the need for complicated gym equipment. Gyms are open now, but I have kept my sessions with Melanie, which are challenging and innovative. I recommend her highly.
Warwick Stewart,
CLIENT
Aug 2020
Mel is great! She tailors the program to suit your fitness level, she is professional and committed to her clients to get the results you want. She is a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend.
Kelly O'Neill,
CLIENT
Sep 2020
Achievements
| Completed 7km Spartan Race | Mar 2013 |
| Spartan Race 7km |
| Tough Mudder 19.5km | Sep 2012 |
| Tough Mudder Glenworth Valley |
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