When you team up with one of our fantastic Personal Trainers, great things happen. Whether you have specific goals or just want to feel better, with the support, accountability, and direction from our incredible trainers, you’ll get right where you want to be. Get to know our trainers below.

Phil Day
Before joining the Gold Coast Performance Centre in 2000, Phil was a physical training instructor in the Australian Navy for 14 years. That’s over 36 years in the fitness industry.
Phil focuses on exercise prescription to lose weight and get fit for clients as well as functional training and core stability to improve longevity. Phil is very passionate about his own health and fitness and gets great satisfaction passing on his knowledge and experience to his clients.
Phil is a lifetime passionate Collingwood supporter and played football in Melbourne for over 20 years. Go the Pies!

Susy Cockcroft
Susy has been in the fitness industry for 15 years, committed to health and fitness most of her life.
When Susy moved to the Gold Coast from the UK she became a member of the Centre and loved the idea of working out in the gym but didn’t know where to start. She decided to work with a personal trainer and grew to love strength training and finally became confident in the gym.
Susy soon realised the importance to keep fit, healthy and strong especially as we get older. In 2017 she became a Personal Trainer so she could help others and give them the confidence to start their own journey. Susy loves to motivate her clients, teaching them the skills to enjoy exercise safely and using correct techniques.

Steve Middleton
With over 8 years’ experience as a fitness professional, Steve is committed to enhancing the quality of life and personal performance of the people he supports, enabling them to do what they love for a lifetime.
You will often hear him say “My mission is to train, educate and mentor people to build the skills and capabilities they need to live a healthy lifestyle, while being physically and mentally prepared to follow all the pursuits they desire. Injuries can be overcome, strength and fitness can be trained and mindset can be adjusted. We all have what it takes; some of us just don’t know it yet”.
Using evidence based, progressive and sustainable training methods, Steve delivers fun and personalised training programs to individuals and small groups. You will learn proper exercise technique, the power of your mind and how to minimise the risk of injury in the pursuit of your specific goals. He also works with youth to deliver sport specific programs that can be applied to a range of sporting disciplines.

Tom Watson
After joining the fitness industry in 2017, Tom has had the privilege of working with renowned professional Athletes from around the World. He is focused on generally helping every individual he works with achieve their goals. Regardless of your fitness level, beginner, intermediate or advanced Tom’s expertise will demonstrate personalised methods in which you can achieve individual success.
Tom is a Mens Physique competitor and specialises in body transformations through weight training. He knows that each client has their own unique goal and set of challenges but with an array of techniques and methods, Tom will be sure to get you there the fastest and safest way possible.
“All I ask for is consistency, whatever your goal may be, there is always a path to obtain it.”

Tess Potma
Tess is a passionate personal trainer who loves motivating others to be the best version of themselves. With over 8 years working in the fitness industry Tess has built a wealth of knowledge focussing on strength training, body transformation and athlete specific training.
As a mother of two and business owner, Tess understands the challenges of a busy life and maintaining fitnesss levels. Her specialty is training people using motivational and accountability methods.
You won’t often see Tess not smiling on the gym floor and she prides herself on being approachable, down to earth and friendly. She thrives on helping others and also loves the energy and vibe of running large group fitness classes.
Personal Training Packages
Personal Training sessions are available to our members on a half hourly or hourly basis and pre-paid at an additional cost. There are a number of options available – all of our personal trainers have a number of training options to suit your needs. Get in touch with us below to start your fitness journey with one of our team members!
Anyone from a beginner to an elite athlete can benefit from a Personal Trainer so don’t wait any longer!
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