Our Fitness Coaches

Jane Ward

​​​​​​​Fitness Centre Manager

Jane graduated from Massey University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, Majoring in Prescription and Training. Group fitness is her forte, from Mums & Bubs to HIIT, Balance and Mobility, Bootcamp, Mat classes and many more! 
 
Jane grew up in Hawke’s Bay and enjoys playing netball and competing in equestrian in her spare time. 

Anton Jacques

Strength & Conditioning Coach | Fitness Coach

While completing his Bachelor in Sport and Exercise, Majoring in Exercise Prescription at Massey University, Anton began gaining experience as an S&C Coach through internships with the Wellington Phoenix Academy and the Wellington Lions. This resulted in further work within Rugby, working with Old Boys University Rugby Club and Wellington Rugby.

With a desire to branch out into different sports, Anton completed another internship with High Performance Sport New Zealand where he was exposed to a range of sports and athletes.

Outside of work Anton enjoys fishing, watching rugby, rugby league, and the UFC.

Uriah Skudder

Fitness Coach 

Uriah has been in the CrossFit industry for the past decade, within those years she has had two beautiful young daughters and has been coaching for the last 3 years. 
Uriah's passion is functional fitness but also has a background in Health Sciences completed through the 
Naturopathic College of New Zealand. 

Since becoming a mother Uriah has been driven to inspire other mothers/women to become the best versions of themselves, to know what their bodies are capable of and support them pre/post-partum. 

Uriah enjoys competing competitively within the CrossFit community and is always up for a good challenge. 

Chloe Macaulay

Fitness Coach | Sport Performance & Programmes Coach

Chloe graduated from Waikato University after studying a Bachelor of Sport Health and Human Performance, majoring in Human Performance Science and Sport Development & Coaching.  During her time there Chloe worked alongside the Premier Men's Rugby team where she gained a love for working with athletes.

A Hawke’s Bay Local who grew up surrounded by sport and exercise with most of her years spent playing netball. Chloe is devoted to aiding athletes along their path to becoming the best they can be. She has a passion for hand-crafting her strength and conditioning knowledge to fit the individual needs of every person she works alongside

Michaela Edwards

Fitness Coach

Michaela holds a diploma in Sport and Recreation and is currently pursuing a degree in Sport and Exercise Science. With over two years of experience as a personal trainer, she adeptly manages her academic pursuits while imparting her knowledge to fitness enthusiasts. Michaela's dedication extends beyond the gym, and has been an avid CrossFit competitor for five years, finding inspiration and community within this dynamic 
and challenging discipline. Having lived in Canada for a year, Michalea
embraced and absorbed different facets of health and wellness. Her love for an active lifestyle led her to take people of all age ranges through exhilarating outdoor activities, including high ropes, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, and sailing. 

Daniel Stuart

Fitness Coach

Daniel holds a diploma in Sport and Exercise Science and is pursuing a bachelor's degree in the same field 
through EIT. He is eager to collaborate with members, 
athletes, and sports teams to help them achieve their goals.
 
With a lifelong involvement in various sports, especially rugby, Daniel's expertise extends beyond the gym. Born and raised in Hawkes Bay, he looks forward to connecting with the local community. 

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As a dedicated rugby player for Hastings Rugby and Sport Premiers, if Daniel isn't in the gym, you'll find him honing his skills on the rugby field.

Katie Beal

Associate Strength & Conditioning Coach | Fitness Coach

Katie is a recent graduate from the University of Canterbury where she earned a Bachelor of Sport Coaching, majoring in Sport Science and minoring in Performance Analysis. During her studies, she gained hands-on experience through a performance analysis internship with the Trident Homes Tactix, which further fuelled her passion for sports and performance development.

A Hawke’s Bay local, Katie grew up immersed in sports, particularly netball, and was once an athlete within the Hawke’s Bay High Performance Sport Centre (HBHPSC). Now, in a full-circle moment, she’s transitioned from athlete to coach, eager to expand her knowledge across various disciplines. By staying curious and adaptable, Katie ensures her coaching is personalized to meet the unique needs of each individual she works with. 

William Larkin

Associate Strength & Conditioning Coach | Fitness Coach

William is in his third year studying Sport and Exercise, majoring in exercise prescription at Massey University. Hailing from the small region of Wairarapa, he grew up playing a wide range of sports and naturally pursued that passion at university. Seeking to expand his horizons, William relocated to the Bay to explore the opportunities within the world of sport and exercise.
As an Associate S&C coach, William is actively exploring various areas of the facility to discover where his true interests lie. He will welcome any questions and challenges, so feel free to engage with him on anything related to the exercise space.    


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