Director/Personal Trainer
Qualifications –
Cert 3 Fitness Instructor, Cert 4 Personal Training, Metabolic Precision Qualified, Level 1 & 2 Kettlebell Coach
Ben is a 6-time premiership player with the Frankston YCW Football Club, the most successful football club on the Peninsula. He has over 16 years of experience in personal training and has conducted over 25, 000 individual PT sessions. You can trust you’re in good hands!
And the best part? Ben makes sure that your hard work and dedication extends well after your training sessions. He’s passionate about giving you the skills and knowledge to perform, inside the gym and outside.
His keen eye for detail and dedication to your success will see you smashing your goals, and nothing less.
Director/Personal Trainer BEN TELLIS
Director/Personal Trainer
Qualifications –
Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach, AFL Level 2 Coach, Cert 3 Fitness Instructor, Cert 4 Personal Training, Diploma in Sports Development, Cert 3 Nutrition, Cert 3&4 Allied Health
Steve is a fully qualified personal trainer with extensive sports experience. He is currently the High Performance Manager of Frankston Dolphins VFL football club and was previously a strength and conditioning coach at the Frankston YCW Football and Netball Club, Devon Meadows Football Club, Dingley Football Club, Karingal Football and Netball Club & Langwarrin Football and Netball Club.
Along with a passion for teaching optimum fitness and nutrition in adults, Steve also recently developed and implemented a Junior Athletic Development Program to help younger humans set solid foundations in their sporting careers.
In the gym his personal training programs are precise, organised and comprehensive so make sure you say hi when you next see him floating around IFP!
Director/Personal Trainer STEVE ROBERTS
Head of Performance
Why I wanted to work within the health & fitness industry – It’s an amazing environment to be part of, helping people try to better themselves.
Who inspires me?
It’s an amazing environment to be part of, helping people try to better themselves.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Health Science Osteopathy, Masters of Osteopathy
Certificate 3 & 4 in Fitness
Floor Pilates
Boxing for Fitness
Areas of Specialty
Rehabilitation, Sports Performance, Group Training, Youth Strength & Conditioning
My Training Style/Influence
Training for Sports Performance, have an existing injury, or need rehabilitation.
Head of Performance EMILY WALLACE
Personal Trainer
During high school, I did a lot of middle-distance running. I found a love for training and wanted to use that to help people feel great about themselves and reach their full potential.
Qualifications
Certificate 3 & 4 in Fitness – Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
Training Style / Influence?
Strength and Conditioning
Who inspires me?
Simone Biles
Fun facts about Caitlyn –
- Favourite colour is blue.
- Was a gymnast as a child.
- I have 2 older sisters that are twins.
- Love summer!
- Was once selected to run cross country in the USA against other high schools.
Personal TrainerCAITLYN PENROSE
Personal Trainer
Qualifications
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
Majoring in Strength and Conditioning and Exercise Physiology
Training Style:
Still trying to find my training style but I’m heavily influenced by the various trainers working with Athlete’s Authority and Ben Sperrel and Will Sexton who are the strength and conditioning coaches at GFC.
Who inspires me?
- Ciara Murray (speed trainer for the NFL combine in USA)
- Taylar Borg
- The AFLW Geelong Team
- A little left of field but Ant Middleton.
Fun facts about Mikayla:
- I played Volleyball for Victoria and went to a national selection camp.
- I have worked with the Geelong Football Club
- I have a Lorna Jane addiction.
- I was supposed to be in the Army when I finished high school
- My sporting journey started with competitive swimming for the Traralgon Swimming Club
Why I became a Personal Trainer:
I want to help individuals or athletes achieve their physical peak to help them perform at their highest level with minimal risk of sustaining injury.
Areas of Speciality:
- Speed training
- Plyometrics
- General Strength
I am your ideal trainer if…
You want to become more explosive with your performance.
Personal Trainer Mikayla Underwood
Personal Trainer
Qualifications
ASCA L1
Training Style:
Hypertrophy training
Injury prevention and maximising athletic potential
Who inspires me?
- Ciara Murray (speed trainer for the NFL combine in USA)
- Taylar Borg
- The AFLW Geelong Team
- A little left of field but Ant Middleton.
Fun facts about Dylan:
- I played soccer for 14 years
- I love GYG
- I love the water
- I love summer
- I like cars
Why I Became a Personal Trainer:
To help people reach their goals athletically and to work in helping sporting teams win big
Areas of Speciality:
- injury prevention
- team sports
- athletes
- soccer
I am your ideal trainer if…
We can have a laugh after
Personal Trainer Dylan Smith
Personal Trainer
Qualifications
Bachelor of Exercise Science (sport practice)
Starting Master of Strength and Conditioning in 2024
Training Style:
Athletic Style and sports
Who inspires me?
- Any elite sportsperson.
Fun facts about Mikayla:
- I am the middle child, so I get blamed for everything
- I was born in Shepparton but grew up in the Yarra Valley
- I have travelled around half of Australia’s coastline
- I have played footy, cricket, basketball and netball
- The best smell is freshly cut grass on a warm day
Why I Became a Personal Trainer:
To improve clients well-being and to work with athletes to improve their sports
Areas of Speciality:
- Speed and Agility
- Strength and Power
- Conditioning
I am your ideal trainer if…
you want to improve at your sport
Personal Trainer Harry Bray
Personal Trainer
Qualifications
Bachelor of Exercise Science
Masters of Applied Sport Science
ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach
Training Style:
strength & endurance training + group fitness
Who inspires me?
- my mother
Fun facts about Mikayla:
- I have 9 toes
- I’m scared of heights
- Travelled to over 20 countries
- Currently training for a 70.3 Ironman
- I have the Great Northern logo tattooed on my ankle
Why I Became a Personal Trainer:
I enjoy helping others. It’s very rewarding when I am able to see the progress someone makes, as well as the self-growth and development that comes with it.
Areas of Speciality:
- strength training
- group fitness
- high-performance sport
I am your ideal trainer if…
Whether you are just starting out or have been training for a long period of time, I will be able to assist you in achieving your goals.
I am a big believer in using evidence based practices and specific methodologies of training and applying in to clients.
Personal Trainer Ashwin Navajeevan
Personal Trainer
Training Style & Influence
Athletic based/Functional
Qualifications
Bachelor of High Performance Sport & Diploma of Sport Management
Hobbies
Training, running, walking my Border Collie Billy and last-minute holidays.
Who Inspires You
- Erin Phillips
Fun facts about Steph
- I’ve played netball for over 20 years and I’m only
- Completed 3 half-marathons and I’m currently training for a full marathon at the end of the
- Played netball in Barbados, The Caribbean.
- Both my parents are in the
- Last year I captained an undefeated premiership side for Frankston YCW Football Netball
Favourite Food/Drink
Mexican/ Tommy’s Margarita
Favourite Sport
Netball & AFL
Favourite Movie
Pulp Fiction
Favourite Music
Rufus or Fred Again
I am your ideal trainer if…
You want to improve whilst being in a fun environment.
Steph Pahl
Personal Trainer
Training Style & Influence
Firm but fair. I expect a full effort, but do listen and show empathy if full effort cannot be achieved. I like to educate my clients.
Qualifications
- Certificate III and IV in Fitness
- Bachelor’s in Exercise and Sport Science (Ex phys major)
Hobbies
- Trail Running
Who Inspires You
Jurgen Klopp, Phil Jackson, John Bertrand
Fun Facts about Mike
- I have a theatre
- I run
- Had a learner’s permit until I was
- I support the West Coast
- I completed an
Favourite food/drink – Japanese Food and Coffee
Favourite sport – Formula I and Test Cricket
Favourite movie – Star Wars
Dislikes – Apathy and Negativity. And Bananas.
Mike "The Wiz" Cardiff
Personal Trainer
Training Style & Influence
Strength training
Qualifications
Certificate III & IV in Fitness
Hobbies
Exploring new running tracks and spending time in the sun at the beach and travelling
Who Inspires You
My mentors
Fun facts about Maddie
- I travelled alone overseas for 2 months
- I have 2 kelpies which were both adopted
- I don’t watch TV and barely watch any movies or netflix
- Any dessert or chocolate is my weakenss
- I go to bed at 8pm most nights
Favourite Food/Drink
My homemade slow cooked beef pasta, Water or a coke zero
Favourite Sport
Netball
Favourite Movie
Any funny rom com
Favourite Music
Techno/House
I am your ideal trainer if…
You are looking for someone to push you past your comfort zone to unlock your potential
Areas of Speciality
- Strength training
- Motivation/Positive mindset
- Female training
Maddie Stephens
SALES MANAGER
Qualifications –
– Cert 3 in sport & recreation
Why I wanted to work within the health & fitness industry –
SALES MANAGERMATT BODDE
KIDS HELPER
Why did you want to help us here @ IFP?
It was the perfect fit for returning to work after having my 3 children.
What do you enjoy most about being a part of the team?
From day one everyone has been so welcoming and friendly. It’s a super fun atmosphere to be apart of.
Do you have any other work outside of IFP if so what do you do?
I do the bookkeeping for a plumbing business I have with my husband.
Fun Facts about Sare
- I was born and raised in Tasmania
- I have a huge fear of birds yet I own one!
Favourite food/drink
Homemade chill con carne with coconut rice and water would be my go to.
Favourite song
I can’t choose!
Favourite movie
James Cameron’s Avatar
Hobbies
Kayaking, paddle boarding, bike riding, fishing, family walks and kicking back with a good book.
Dislikes
Liars
Disclaimer – Our staff does not provide childcare or childminding services.
KIDS HELPERS SARE
KIDS HELPER
Why did you want to help us here @ IFP?
I love working with children, and it’s an amazing friendly place to work.
What do you enjoy most about being a part of the team?
I love that everyone always has a smile on their face and I love watching the kids grow and their little personalities shine.
Do you have any other work outside of IFP if so what do you do?
I work a few shifts a week at Rivers in Frankston.
Fun Facts about Sare
- I have four children and a grandson named Malakai.
- I’ve been with my husband since I was
- I was on a TV ad when I was
Favourite food/drink
Iced coffee, chocolate, and mushrooms
Favourite song
Too many to pick from but, Is This Love from Bob Marley is special to me as it was our wedding song.
Favourite movie
Con Air
Hobbies
I play basketball and I love watching my kids play their sports.
Dislikes
Dishonest people and people not being able to say sorry.
Disclaimer – Our staff does not provide childcare or childminding services.
