Andrew Simmons: Wants on The Fitness Australia Board Too
Why Fitness Australia members should vote for me.
I have over 20 years of experience on the coal face of the Industry working in big health clubs in group fitness and management as well as outdoor training and Personal Training. I am the Founder of Australia’s largest PT 
studio franchise (Vision Personal Training) and know how to achieve results for the population and business owners alike in combination. I continue to work on the coal face on a daily basis with clients, trainers, students in Fitness Courses, managers and owners so have a solid understanding of the issues facing the industry. My passion for standards has also seen me win National Personal Training Business of the Year in 2003 and 2010, as well as Emerging Franchise System of the Year in 2008 as voted by the Franchise Council of Australia.
My Vision is to increase the participation in our industry to ensure that the “Diabesity” epidemic is eradicated. I would like to see the industry viewed as a more inviting ‘place’ for everyday people. I believe that many people are intimidated about the industry and that more needs to be done to for the population to see the industry as professional. I would like us to be seen by the medical fraternity in the same light as physiotherapists and chiropractors. I am also extremely passionate about removing the some barriers faced by Fitness Professionals in building their businesses. I will also fight to ensure that we can receive government assistance through adjustments to workplace laws, FBT Exemptions, Medicare rebates and further health Fund rebates from the relevant parties. I would also like to be involved in assisting in further regulation around the Fitness Qualification process as well as push for National standards in terms of working with councils regarding outdoor group fitness.
Having sat on the Regional Council for Fitness Australia as well as Fitness NSW for many years, I have witnessed and contributed to the great work done by the Associations over many years. I believe that I can act as a spokesperson to encourage more membership that will assist Fitness Australia in achieving the above objectives. As we face a growing health crisis, my aim is to represent the entire industry as I believe it is going to take a united front to combat these challenges ahead I would be honoured to receive your vote to help in achieving this.
Should you have any questions about my nomination please contact me at andrew@visionpt.com.au or on 02 9542 7750.
Thanks
Andrew Simmons
Justin is the Managing Director of Active Management, which he began January 2004. He offers coaching to businesses worldwide in everything from start up and design to marketing and sales systems. Justin also facilitates four Australian and New Zealand ‘fitness industry roundtables’ events, which allows him to see a huge cross section of business models.