Positive Lifestyle

About Us

At Positive Lifestyle Training (PLT) we employ all our trainers on a full time basis. We feel this gives a level continuity and the opportunity to build comfortable relationships on an individual basis, allowing you to relax and get the very best from your training. Our trainers are constantly assessed, educated in new techniques and procedures from within the company. All trainers are currently CRB checked and proficient in first aid.

Wayne Ritzema

I am Wayne Ritzema, the owner and head trainer for Positive Lifestyle Training. Having played First Class cricket with Essex I then studied extensively in fitness training in Western Australia where they have adopted many innovative and up-to-date training techniques. These techniques and approach form the basis of the Positive Lifestyle Training offering which was established April 2000.

Qualifications

• Australian Fitness Accreditation Council Fitness Instructor
• The Wright Foundation GP exercise referral programme consultant
• Fitness Leaders Australia Diploma of Fitness Leadership
• Fitness Leaders Australia Personal Trainer Workshops
• CA Fitness Understanding children and exercise
• Australian Institute of Fitness Module of training in Swiss-Fit Ball
• Paul Chek Seminars
• Correspondence Swiss Ball Training Course Physique Management - Fitball level I
• Registered Boxercise, Kick and class instructor. Personal trainer workshop. Advanced Boxercise Instructor.
• Rachael Holmes Fitpro
• Fitness Pilates Workshop & Essential Hi Lo/Step/Body Conditioning/Fitness Tai Chi Certificate.
• Jayne Nicholls Freestyle Yoga Certificate
• St John Ambulance First Aid Certificate
• Stonebridge Associated Colleges Holistic back practitioner diploma.
• Fitness WA Independent Study Programme
  i) Interval Circuit Classes
  ii) Deep Water Aqua Instruction
• National Cricket Association Level I Cricket Coach
• Member of Fitness Western Australia
• Member of Fitness Professionals

Gary Oliver

One of our most senior trainers Gary joined PLT in 2001, having spent six years working in the fitness and training industry. Still an active and keen footballer he has a great depth of experience in all aspects of personal training and lifestyle coaching. "I really enjoy the one to one aspect of my job, seeing people not only gain fitness and confidence but gain a lot of enjoyment at the same time".

Qualifications

• Premier Personal Trainer Award
• Premier Advanced Fitness Instructor
• Premier Nutrition and Weight Management
• Diploma in Fitness instruction and sports therapy
• Personal Trainer Module
• Nutrition Module
• Fitball Module
• Pilates Module
• Registered Boxercise and Kick instructor
• Rachael Holmes Fitpro
• Fitness Pilates Workshop - Jayne Nicholls
• Freestyle Yoga Certificate
• Red Cross
• First Aid Certificate - Appointed person

Ross Grant

Ross joined Positive Lifestyle Training in 2005 after qualifying through Premier Training International with a diploma in Personal Training & Sports Massage. Part of my training included diet and nutrition for health and fitness

A keen athlete, who gained representative honours at school’s level, Ross has, following a spell in the Royal Marine’s, maintained a keen interest in all forms of fitness. His hobbies include surfing, climbing, squash, boxercise and circuit training.

Qualifications

• Premier Personal Trainer Award
• Premier Advanced Fitness Instructor
• Premier Nutrition and Weight Management
• Diploma in Personal Training
• Level 3 Certificate in Sports Massage
• Level 2 certificate in Gym Instructing
• Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
• Fitness Trainer award including Nutrition for Health and fitness
• Foundation Certificate in Fitness Instruction
• Registered Instructor and Teacher – Advanced Instructor level 3
• Registered Kickboxercise Instructor
• Rachael Holmes – Fitness Pilates Workshop

Mark Lytollis

Mark has always enjoyed a keen interest in sport and fitness attaining county standard in both athletics and rugby union.

He began his professional career in the fitness began gym environment gaining valuable experience and knowledge. Continuing his rugby career he was responsible for the creation of specific personal programmes for individuals with particular fitness goals. This led to involvement in the testing and fitness to pursue a career in the RAF, Navy and Royal Marines. He also has extensive experience in body composition analysis using the Inbody Analysis Machine to determine individual’s body fat and lean muscle tissue levels. “I get a great deal of satisfaction from being able to influence people’s attitudes and behaviour towards exercise/ physical activity in order to see them achieve their personal aims and goals”.

Qualifications

• Premier Personal Trainer Award
• Premier Advanced Fitness Instructor
• Premier Nutrition and Weight Management
• Instyle Aerobiking Spinning Instructor
• Emergency CPR and First Aid
• Level 1 Rugby Union Coach (RFU)
• Level 1 Football Coach (FA)
• Level 1 Athletics Coach (AAA)

Heather Farrow

Heather joined PLT in 2006, after a spell in the army where she gained invaluable experience in all aspects of fitness training and nutrition. She went on to complete the Australian Institute of Fitness personal training course and has specific expertise in Pilates.

Qualifications

• Fitness Instruction – Australian Institute of Fitness
• Modules in Nutrition
• Special populations
• Strength and Sports conditioning
• Group exercise
• GP referral
• Rachael Holmes – Fitness Pilates Workshop

Matt Muchall

Qualifications

• Premier Personal Trainer Award
• Premier Advanced Fitness Instructor
• Premier Nutrition and Weight Management
• Instyle Aerobiking Spinning Instructor
• Diploma in Personal Training
• Emergency CPR and First Aid
• Level 1 Rugby Union Coach (RFU)
• Level 1 Football Coach (FA)
• Level 1 Athletics Coach (AAA)
• Level 3 Certificate in Sports Massage
• Level 2 certificate in Gym Instructing
• Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
• Fitness Trainer award including Nutrition for Health and fitness
• Foundation Certificate in Fitness Instruction
• Registered Instructor and Teacher – Advanced Instructor level 3
• Registered Kickboxercise Instructor
• Rachael Holmes – Fitness Pilates Workshop

Carol Skoyles

PA/Reception

Louise Franklin

Trainer/Reception