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Work History
Education
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Accreditation
Secondary Education
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Olivia Phelan

Melbourne

Summary

With a Degree in Exercise and Sports Science Majoring in Nutrition and experience as an APPI qualified Reformer and Mat pilates instructor, my passion for health and fitness drives me to seek new opportunities in the health and fitness industry. I’m Eager to expand my knowledge and skills, particularly in a holistic environment. My biggest passion is helping others, allowing me to thrive in face-to-face roles and excelling in diverse working environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Trainer and Group Strength Instructor

Ora Studios
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed personalised programs for clients based on ability and fitness level, monitoring progress.
  • Worked alongside clients to develop strength, fitness and improve health and wellbeing with a positive, motivating and approach.
  • Conducted small group sessions with a maximum of 6 clients, implementing a program and encouraging progression and fostering a positive, motivating environment.
  • Educated clients on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods

Reformer Instructor

ORA Studios
10.2023 - Current
  • Conducting individual and group pilates sessions, customised based on client goals, fitness levels and specific needs/limitations
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, successful at building rapport with clients resulting in high class numbers
  • Attended continuing education classes to maintain current knowledge.
  • Provided personalised support and modifications for clients with injuries or limitations, ensuring a safe and effective experience and increasing member satisfaction

Reformer Instructor

Coreplus studios
08.2023 - Current
  • Group based pilates sessions tailored to class styles and individual needs including pre and post natal members
  • Strong rapport building with clients
  • Providing individualised support to clients, through adjusting form and providing modifications and adjustments if needed

Hot Mat pilates and Strength instructor

Coreplus studios
10.2022 - Current
  • Instructing high energy Mat Pilates and Strength based classes of up to 45 people, successful in clear instruction, providing a fun and motivating environment for members.
  • Focused on bringing the best member experience

Legacy ambassador

Robert Connor-Dawes Foundation
- Current
  • Organised fundraising initiatives
  • Charity promotion through personal outreach, creating community engagement and developing partnerships
  • Assisted in fundraising and promotion of charity through public speaking events including media and government events

Practicum

Tyger Tyger Fitness
01.2023 - 10.2023

- Gained hands on experience in a gym setting, including both boxing and strength and condition

- Built relationships with clients and strengthened communication and rapport building in a gym environment

Hot Mat Pilates and strength instructor

Hot Yoga and Pilates Studio
11.2022 - 06.2023

Admin/receptionist

Preston Physiotherapy
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Working with different systems and softwares such as MS outlook
  • Liasing and coordinating patient files with other parties including GP’s, medicare, TAC, workcover and private health funds
  • Reception duties such as greeting clients, taking phone calls, processing payments and scheduling appointments
  • Maintaing patient files, data and correspondence

Waitstaff

Tippler and Co
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment during the Footy season, handling mulitple tasks and prioritizing duties between attending to customers, coordinating the kitchen and bar service
  • Attending to customers with strong customer service skills
  • Working amongst a team to coordinate duties

Placement

Activate Exercise Physiology
09.2022 - 09.2022
  • Conducted fitness assessments for clients including VO2max, initial health screening and 1RM
  • Developed proficient use in gym equipment, conducting fitness assessments and safety practices in the gym environment

Practicum

Sam Arthur Exercise physiology
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Assisted AEP in conducting fitness assessments for clients
  • Provided instruction to clients on exercise technique and delivered client programs maintaining safety and appropriate technique
  • Maintained a clean, organised, safe gym environment

Waitstaff

Willo and Miss Frank cafes
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Delivered friendly and customer focused service, including greeting and serving customers, providing attentive and effecient service
  • Upselling of menu items and specials
  • Maintaining cleanliness
  • Working amongst a team to delegate duties in a busy enivornment
  • Operating POS systems

Christmas casual

Lovisa Jewllery
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • High quality customer care and service skiills assisting customers with product selection
  • Maintaining a tidy and organised store, ensuring merchandising compliant with company standards
  • Knowledge of inventory management and stock replenishment procedures
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment during the christmas period
  • Proficiency in POS systems, achieving KPI’s

Youth basketball coach

Kew East Basketball Club
01.2017 - 12.2019

Education

Bachelor of Exercise Science - Majoring in Nutrition

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
02.2024

APPI Pilates Instructor Course - Matwork And Reformer

UNITE HEALTH
01.2022

Matwork Instructor Course -

STUDIO PILATES
01.2020

Year 12 / VCE - ATAR 84.9

METHODIST LADIES COLLEGE
01.2019

AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
01.2016

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Adaptable to fast-paced environments
  • Community relations
  • Fitness instruction
  • Relationship and rapport building
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Outgoing and friendly

Accreditation

  • 2019, Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • 2020, RSA course completed, 02/21/20
  • 2022, APPI reformer and Mat Pilates instructor
  • 2022, HLTAID011 provide first aid (incl CPR), (CPR current 2025)
  • 2024, Exercise and Sports Scientist (Sports Nutrition Major)

Secondary Education

  • Methodist Ladies College, Year 12 / VCE, 01/01/17, 12/31/19, 84.9, English, Legal, Further Maths, Health and Human Development
  • Australian International School, Singapore, 01/01/12, 12/31/16

Timeline

Personal Trainer and Group Strength Instructor

Ora Studios
06.2024 - Current

Reformer Instructor

ORA Studios
10.2023 - Current

Reformer Instructor

Coreplus studios
08.2023 - Current

Practicum

Tyger Tyger Fitness
01.2023 - 10.2023

Hot Mat Pilates and strength instructor

Hot Yoga and Pilates Studio
11.2022 - 06.2023

Hot Mat pilates and Strength instructor

Coreplus studios
10.2022 - Current

Admin/receptionist

Preston Physiotherapy
10.2022 - 06.2023

Placement

Activate Exercise Physiology
09.2022 - 09.2022

Practicum

Sam Arthur Exercise physiology
07.2022 - 08.2022

Waitstaff

Willo and Miss Frank cafes
07.2021 - 06.2022

Waitstaff

Tippler and Co
11.2020 - 12.2022

Christmas casual

Lovisa Jewllery
01.2020 - 12.2021

Youth basketball coach

Kew East Basketball Club
01.2017 - 12.2019

Year 12 / VCE - ATAR 84.9

METHODIST LADIES COLLEGE

AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Legacy ambassador

Robert Connor-Dawes Foundation
- Current

Bachelor of Exercise Science - Majoring in Nutrition

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

APPI Pilates Instructor Course - Matwork And Reformer

UNITE HEALTH

Matwork Instructor Course -

STUDIO PILATES
Olivia Phelan