Fitness Keeper Our Team

Steph Armstrong (Owner, AEP, AES)

Steph is the owner of Fitness Keeper, and is an accredited exercise physiologist (AEP) and accredited exercise scientist (AES). She has been in the industry for over 8 years & has been involved in sports and fitness events from a young age. Steph is passionate about getting people to enjoy consistent exercise for long term health benefits. She is able to develop programs for people with acute and chronic medical conditions and/or injury, as well as for those considered apparently healthy with no known disease. Steph works with clients of many fitness abilities and health statuses and all ages. Steph is currently on maternity leave and will be back in action soon!

Qualifications

Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science Majors: Exercise Physiology & Psychology
Qualified Exercise Scientist and Member of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
Certificate IV in Fitness
Registered with Kinect Australia as a Fitness Trainer and Fitness Instructor: Personal Trainer, Older Adults Trainer, Children’s Trainer, and Gym Instructor
CPR Update (Annually)
TRX Suspension Training Certification
Boxing for Fitness Instructor Certification (Thump Level 1 and Thump Advanced)
ViPR Certified Trainer
Level 1 Military Fitness Specialist Certification (Bootcamp Instructor)
Level 1 & 2 Kettlebell Certification
Level 1 Sports Trainer
Level 1 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Coach
Level 2 (Senior) First Aid

Experience

Corporate Health Management
Health Club Co-ordinator At Honda Australia
WorkHealth Checks
Bootcamp Instructor
Personal Trainer
Gym Instructor
Child/Youth Fitness Trainer
Child/Youth Exercise Coach
Primary and Secondary School Fitness
Pre-training Sessions for TAC Cup Footy Clubs (Sandy Dragons, Calder Cannons, Western Jets)
Corporate clients including Crown Casino, L’Oréal, and Uecomm
Senior GSV School Netball Coach
Gymnastics Coach (Women’s Artistic Gymnastics)
Experience in P.E. departments at primary schools
Work Experience in Event Management at Geelong Football Club

Notable Achievements

Personal Achievements

1st Female in the 6km Harvest Run (2016)
1st Female in the 5.2km Yarra Valley Grape Run (2013)
3rd Place U/20 Girls 4 x 800m All Schools Track Finals
1st Place in 1500m Regional Track & Field Championships (2004)
2nd Place in 800m Regional Track & Field Championships (2004)
7th Place in 1500m State Track & Field Championships (2004)
9th Place in 800m State Track & Field Championships (2004)

Steph Armstrong (Owner, AEP, AES)

Steph is the owner of Fitness Keeper, and is an accredited exercise physiologist (AEP) and accredited exercise scientist (AES). She has been in the industry for over 8 years & has been involved in sports and fitness events from a young age. Steph is passionate about getting people to enjoy consistent exercise for long term health benefits. She is able to develop programs for people with acute and chronic medical conditions and/or injury, as well as for those considered apparently healthy with no known disease. Steph works with clients of many fitness abilities and health statuses and all ages. Steph is currently on maternity leave and will be back in action soon!

Qualifications

Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science Majors: Exercise Physiology & Psychology
Qualified Exercise Scientist and Member of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
Certificate IV in Fitness
Registered with Kinect Australia as a Fitness Trainer and Fitness Instructor: Personal Trainer, Older Adults Trainer, Children’s Trainer, and Gym Instructor
CPR Update (Annually)
TRX Suspension Training Certification
Boxing for Fitness Instructor Certification (Thump Level 1 and Thump Advanced)
ViPR Certified Trainer
Level 1 Military Fitness Specialist Certification (Bootcamp Instructor)
Level 1 & 2 Kettlebell Certification
Level 1 Sports Trainer
Level 1 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Coach
Level 2 (Senior) First Aid

Experience

Corporate Health Management
Health Club Co-ordinator At Honda Australia
WorkHealth Checks
Bootcamp Instructor
Personal Trainer
Gym Instructor
Child/Youth Fitness Trainer
Child/Youth Exercise Coach
Primary and Secondary School Fitness
Pre-training Sessions for TAC Cup Footy Clubs (Sandy Dragons, Calder Cannons, Western Jets)
Corporate clients including Crown Casino, L’Oréal, and Uecomm
Senior GSV School Netball Coach
Gymnastics Coach (Women’s Artistic Gymnastics)
Experience in P.E. departments at primary schools
Work Experience in Event Management at Geelong Football Club

Notable Achievements

Personal Achievements

1st Female in the 6km Harvest Run (2016)
1st Female in the 5.2km Yarra Valley Grape Run (2013)
3rd Place U/20 Girls 4 x 800m All Schools Track Finals
1st Place in 1500m Regional Track & Field Championships (2004)
2nd Place in 800m Regional Track & Field Championships (2004)
7th Place in 1500m State Track & Field Championships (2004)
9th Place in 800m State Track & Field Championships (2004)

Amy Mitchell (Studio Manager & AES)

Amy is an exercise scientist (AES) and personal trainer who uses her knowledge of science and the human body to help people build healthy, functional and injury resistant bodies. She understands that everyone's goals, motivators and barriers are different and wants to help everyone make a meaningful change using a fun and supportive approach to training. Amy specialises in strength training, mobility enhancement and injury prevention. Amy has a keen interest on the science behind exercise and loves sharing this with her clients.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (ESSA sequence)
Certificate III & IV in Fitness
Exercise during pregnancy and the postpartum period – certificate
Level 2 First Aid and CPR
Community coaching course

Experience

- Personal training and group training apparently healthy clients
- Athlete development and injury prevention
  Retraining movement patterns using corrective interventions
- Experience working with children, older adults, pre- and post-natal clients and everyone in between
- Movement analysis and fitness/function assessments

Notable Achievements

Deakin University Physical Activity Australia Academic Distinction Award (2016)

Deakin University Sports Medicine Australia Award (2014)

Deakin University Exercise and Sports Science Australia Award (2014)

Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society (2014)

Amy Mitchell (Studio Manager & AES)

Amy is an exercise scientist (AES) and personal trainer who uses her knowledge of science and the human body to help people build healthy, functional and injury resistant bodies. She understands that everyone's goals, motivators and barriers are different and wants to help everyone make a meaningful change using a fun and supportive approach to training. Amy specialises in strength training, mobility enhancement and injury prevention. Amy has a keen interest on the science behind exercise and loves sharing this with her clients.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (ESSA sequence)
Certificate III & IV in Fitness
Exercise during pregnancy and the postpartum period – certificate
Level 2 First Aid and CPR
Community coaching course

Experience

- Personal training and group training apparently healthy clients
- Athlete development and injury prevention
  Retraining movement patterns using corrective interventions
- Experience working with children, older adults, pre- and post-natal clients and everyone in between
- Movement analysis and fitness/function assessments

Notable Achievements

Deakin University Physical Activity Australia Academic Distinction Award (2016)

Deakin University Sports Medicine Australia Award (2014)

Deakin University Exercise and Sports Science Australia Award (2014)

Member of the Golden Key International Honour Society (2014)

Harry Vogler (AEP, AES)

Harry is an accredited exercise physiologist (AEP), who has a keen interest in the role of exercise in the treatment of cancer. Whilst completing his masters he has also volunteered as a research assistant with Deakin University’s breast and prostate cancer studies; assisting with the implementation of an exercise program to ameliorate the side-effects of cancer treatment. Through his masters, Harry has developed the appropriate knowledge and skills to design and deliver safe and effective exercise interventions for people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities. Harry also currently works as an AEP at Donvale Rehabilitation Hospital, allowing him to bring current best-practice models to our rehabilitation program.

Qualifications

- Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
  Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
  Certificate III/IV in Fitness
  Member of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
- Level 2 First Aid and CPR

Experience

- Special interest in clinical populations, specifically cancer, cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal issues/injuries.Long-term athletic development and strength and conditioning for youth and adultsInjury prevention
- Training private clients and classes for apparently healthy and clinical populations
- Exercise physiology within an inpatient setting (THR & TKR joint groups)
  Exercise physiology/AHA in outpatient settings for cardiac & pulmonary groups
  Gym floor supervision and exercise programming
  Performing health evaluations and assessments

Harry Vogler (AEP, AES)

Harry is an accredited exercise physiologist (AEP), who has a keen interest in the role of exercise in the treatment of cancer. Whilst completing his masters he has also volunteered as a research assistant with Deakin University’s breast and prostate cancer studies; assisting with the implementation of an exercise program to ameliorate the side-effects of cancer treatment. Through his masters, Harry has developed the appropriate knowledge and skills to design and deliver safe and effective exercise interventions for people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities. Harry also currently works as an AEP at Donvale Rehabilitation Hospital, allowing him to bring current best-practice models to our rehabilitation program.

Qualifications

- Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
  Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
  Certificate III/IV in Fitness
  Member of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
- Level 2 First Aid and CPR

Experience

- Special interest in clinical populations, specifically cancer, cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal issues/injuries.Long-term athletic development and strength and conditioning for youth and adultsInjury prevention
- Training private clients and classes for apparently healthy and clinical populations
- Exercise physiology within an inpatient setting (THR & TKR joint groups)
  Exercise physiology/AHA in outpatient settings for cardiac & pulmonary groups
  Gym floor supervision and exercise programming
  Performing health evaluations and assessments

Jack Harper (AEP, AES)

Jack is an accredited exercise physiologist and accredited exercise scientist
He recently completed his Master of Exercise Physiology Degree at Deakin. He is very determined and dedicated to achieving his best and getting others to achieve their best. He has always been heavily involved in cricket, both as a player and coach and is still playing at a high standard. Jack specialises in exercise to prevent or improve chronic conditions, exercise and conditioning, rehabilitation, exercise training for sport performance and general fitness training.

Qualifications

- Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Deakin
  Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with Distinction
  Level 2 Cricket Coach
  Level 2 First Aid and CPR

Experience

- Strength and conditioning coach at Yarra Valley Grammar
- Sports specific exercise programming
- Group exercise training
- Working with children in sporting disciplines and fitness training
- Experience in clinical settings prescribing exercise to manage and prevent chronic disease and injury
- Numerous specialist cricket coaching roles
  Football coaching, including EFL S&C/Rehab assistant
- Athletic coaching

Adam Strachan Award – highest contribution to sport at Yarra Valley Grammar

Final 3 Bradman Scholarship (2013)

Jack Harper (AEP, AES)

Jack is an accredited exercise physiologist and accredited exercise scientist
He recently completed his Master of Exercise Physiology Degree at Deakin. He is very determined and dedicated to achieving his best and getting others to achieve their best. He has always been heavily involved in cricket, both as a player and coach and is still playing at a high standard. Jack specialises in exercise to prevent or improve chronic conditions, exercise and conditioning, rehabilitation, exercise training for sport performance and general fitness training.

Qualifications

- Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Deakin
  Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with Distinction
  Level 2 Cricket Coach
  Level 2 First Aid and CPR

Experience

- Strength and conditioning coach at Yarra Valley Grammar
- Sports specific exercise programming
- Group exercise training
- Working with children in sporting disciplines and fitness training
- Experience in clinical settings prescribing exercise to manage and prevent chronic disease and injury
- Numerous specialist cricket coaching roles
  Football coaching, including EFL S&C/Rehab assistant
- Athletic coaching

Adam Strachan Award – highest contribution to sport at Yarra Valley Grammar

Final 3 Bradman Scholarship (2013)

Amy Davey

Amy is currently studying a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science at Deakin University and is keen to put her theory into practice. Once she completes her current studies she wishes to develop her knowledge further with a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology. Amy is passionate about living a healthy, balanced lifestyle and she loves helping her clients along their own fitness journey. She is adaptable and incorporates careful planning into her programs after consulting with clients on individual needs and challenges. Amy personally enjoys a mixture of strength training and high intensity workouts ensuring technique is a high priority. In her spare time Amy is a dance enthusiast and works with young adolescent girls to master the art of Jazz and Tap.

Qualifications

Currently studying Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (final year)
Certificate III and IV in Fitness
Level 2 First Aid + CPR

Experience

Fitness instructor and personal trainer for apparently healthy populations
Conducting indoor and outdoor group exercise sessions
Functional training and strength and conditioning programming

Amy Davey

Amy is currently studying a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Science at Deakin University and is keen to put her theory into practice. Once she completes her current studies she wishes to develop her knowledge further with a Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology. Amy is passionate about living a healthy, balanced lifestyle and she loves helping her clients along their own fitness journey. She is adaptable and incorporates careful planning into her programs after consulting with clients on individual needs and challenges. Amy personally enjoys a mixture of strength training and high intensity workouts ensuring technique is a high priority. In her spare time Amy is a dance enthusiast and works with young adolescent girls to master the art of Jazz and Tap.

Qualifications

Currently studying Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (final year)
Certificate III and IV in Fitness
Level 2 First Aid + CPR

Experience

Fitness instructor and personal trainer for apparently healthy populations
Conducting indoor and outdoor group exercise sessions
Functional training and strength and conditioning programming

Daniel Rockman

Daniel has completed his degree in exercise and sports science at Deakin and loves applying the science behind exercise to improve the health of individuals. Daniel not only enjoys assisting his clients to get stronger and healthier, but also takes an interest in getting to know his clients better to fully understand their lifestyle, stress levels, and other reasons that may motivate or be an obstacle for them. He has a keen interest in soccer and a strong passion for sport and keeping fit himself.

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
  Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy)
  Level 2 First Aid and CPR
  WWCC
  ESSA Member
  SMA Member

Experience

- Strength and conditioning programming
- Planning and facilitation of group exercise training and personal training sessions
- Group exercise therapy/rehabilitative sessions
  Working with apparently healthy clientele with exposure to clinical populations

Participation in the Wolrd Challenge trip to Nepal
Involvement in the Puskas-Suzuki Cup in Budapest, Hungary

Daniel Rockman

Daniel has completed his degree in exercise and sports science at Deakin and loves applying the science behind exercise to improve the health of individuals. Daniel not only enjoys assisting his clients to get stronger and healthier, but also takes an interest in getting to know his clients better to fully understand their lifestyle, stress levels, and other reasons that may motivate or be an obstacle for them. He has a keen interest in soccer and a strong passion for sport and keeping fit himself.

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
  Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy)
  Level 2 First Aid and CPR
  WWCC
  ESSA Member
  SMA Member

Experience

- Strength and conditioning programming
- Planning and facilitation of group exercise training and personal training sessions
- Group exercise therapy/rehabilitative sessions
  Working with apparently healthy clientele with exposure to clinical populations

Participation in the Wolrd Challenge trip to Nepal
Involvement in the Puskas-Suzuki Cup in Budapest, Hungary