MATTHEW WARDHAUGH
Daw Park,SA
Summary
Dedicated sports and fitness professional with 11 years industry experience in planning, designing, coordinating and evaluating sport and recreation participation and club development programs in a number of fields, local community gyms, schools and private businesses and semi professional sports clubs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Nutritionist
YMCA South Australia
12.2022 - Current
- Led initiatives to educate gym members on proper form and technique, significantly reducing injury rates and enhancing overall workout effectiveness.
- Cultivated a positive and motivational workout environment by building strong client relationships, resulting in elevated customer satisfaction and retention.
- Championed inclusivity by designing adaptive exercise programs that catered to diverse skill levels and physical abilities, ensuring all participants felt supported.
- Oversaw the maintenance and organisation of fitness facilities, ensuring a consistently safe and welcoming environment for all members.
- Guided gym members in achieving their fitness goals by providing expert nutritional counselling and personalised meal planning.
- Collaborated with the Health and Fitness Director to analyse and report monthly KPIs, driving strategic improvements and performance metrics.
- Acted as a key team member, ensuring the continuous alignment with and promotion of the company's ethos and values, fostering a cohesive and motivated team environment.
HEAD COACH
Adelaide Jaguars
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Increase overall team proficiency by identifying and recruiting talent to build balance in the team
- Manage team budget, allocating for equipment, player remuneration and short term incentives, travel and other required elements of operation
- Develop team strategy, working with club coaches to align team member skills and competition statistics
- Boost performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs, based on individual strengths
- Foster growth in player attendance through effective team building management.
HEAD COACH
Adelaide University
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Increased overall team proficiency, leading to league promotion
- Developed team strategy based on knowledge of fundamentals, team member skills and competition statistics
- Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment to increase competitive attitude
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximise talent areas
- Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
Sleep Technician
About Sleep
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Setup NOXA1s PSG System, CPAP and BiPAP machines for patients requiring breathing treatments.
- Maintain patient confidentiality, gather, chart and analyse patient medical history data and discuss key points with clinicians to optimise treatment plans.
- Educate patients and caregivers on correct use of breathing apparatus.
- Conduct patient assessments and review physician instructions to develop and implement tailored respiratory therapy care plans.
HEAD COACH
Cumberland Women's Football Club
02.2017 - 11.2021
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments
- Mentored beginner players to foster a sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building
- Enhanced player health with optimised nutritional strategies and improved life choices
- Cultivated team player dedication and loyalty by teaching excellent sportsmanship and commitment.
Assistant Manager
Jetts Fitness
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy and reducing discrepancies.
- Planned schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Assisted customers, assessed needs and maintained current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Established and optimised schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
HEALTH CONSULTANT
Healthwise
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Educate customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management and ergonomics
- Perform screenings for markers such as blood pressure, weight and BMI
- Produce clear and concise meal and exercise plans for clients based on specific dietary needs and medical requirements
- Motivate clients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines.
Fitness Instructor
Blackwood Recreation Centre
07.2011 - 01.2015
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes.
- Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritising safety at all times.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
Education
Graduate Diploma - Clinical
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences, Exercise Science & Nutrition
University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA01.2016
Certificate III -
TAFE SA - International Centre For Hospitality, Tourism, And Food Studies
Adelaide, SA03.2010
Skills
- Coaching, Training and Motivation
- Team building
- Human Anatomy, Health and Wellness
- Fitness Assessments
- Individualised nutritional advice
- Progress Monitoring and Goal Attainment
- Mentoring
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
- Community Relationships
- Knowledge & Game Strategy Development
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, Nutritionist
YMCA South Australia
12.2022 - Current
HEAD COACH
Adelaide Jaguars
07.2022 - 10.2023
HEAD COACH
Adelaide University
11.2021 - 07.2022
Sleep Technician
About Sleep
11.2019 - 10.2022
Assistant Manager
Jetts Fitness
08.2018 - 10.2019
HEALTH CONSULTANT
Healthwise
08.2017 - 01.2019
HEAD COACH
Cumberland Women's Football Club
02.2017 - 11.2021
Fitness Instructor
Blackwood Recreation Centre
07.2011 - 01.2015
Graduate Diploma - Clinical
Flinders University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences, Exercise Science & Nutrition
University of Adelaide
Certificate III -
TAFE SA - International Centre For Hospitality, Tourism, And Food Studies
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