{"id":6067,"date":"2019-11-20T16:00:08","date_gmt":"2019-11-20T04:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.exerciseindustryawards.co.nz\/?page_id=6067"},"modified":"2020-11-11T10:20:25","modified_gmt":"2020-11-10T22:20:25","slug":"2019-winners","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/exerciseindustryawards.co.nz\/2019-winners\/","title":{"rendered":"2019 Winners"},"content":{"rendered":"

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For other photos of the evening please click here<\/a><\/p>\n

A list of finalists can be found here\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

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Educator, Community and Delivery Awards<\/span><\/h4>\n

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EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR \u2013 \u00a0John Polley (JP)<\/h2>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0<\/strong>An educator that has come in to support and embrace the NZ exercise industry through\u00a0training and development of professionals beyond the physical aspects of exercise
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INNOVATION AWARD \u2013 Les Mills The Trip<\/h2>\n

Sponsored by:\u00a0Active Management\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0<\/strong>The winner showed an understanding that a group exercise experience is not just about\u00a0health but engagement and excellence. A brand unafraid of innovation and resetting the bar<\/p>\n

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PROGRAMME EXCELLENCE AWARD – GOLDFIT YMCA Auckland<\/h2>\n

Judges Comments: <\/strong>If every programme was this successful – NZ would be a lot healthier. The programme had great participant support and showed real care and attention from our winner.<\/p>\n

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COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE AWARDS – Parkinsons Exercise Class at YMCA Upper Hutt & Tangata Atumotu Trust Physical Activity Classes.<\/h2>\n

Judges Comments:<\/strong>\u00a0Both our winners were directed by the needs of a specific part of their community, giving\u00a0examples of true community outreach, combined with industry standards.<\/p>\n

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Special Awards<\/h1>\n

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NZ REGISTER OF EXERCISE PROFESSIONALS AWARD \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Sport Canterbury for the Live Stronger for Longer \u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The REPs award is presented to a role model that reflects the ethics and values of exercise professionals\/facilities in New Zealand.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

REPs Comments: click here to read the full comments<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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SKILLS ACTIVE \u2013 MANUKURA AWARD \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Neil Wagstaff<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Manukura is simply translated as a leader or person held in high esteem. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A significant aspect, that can\u2019t \u00a0be simply translated is that to be pronounced a \u2018manukura\u2019 requires the support of people around you, and the people you work with.\u00a0 It is a position of mana and a reflection of your work and how you are regarded by those around you.<\/em><\/p>\n


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SKILLS ACTIVE \u2013 TE ITI KAHURANGI AWARD \u2013 <\/strong>\u00a0The Achievement Room\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Te iti kahurangi is the pursuit of excellence, and is taken from the very famous whakatauki. \u2018proverb\u2019 \u2013 (Wh\u0101ia te iti kahurangi, ki te t\u016bohu koe, me he maunga teitei) which is\u2026 pursue excellence \u2013 should you stumble \u2013 let it be to a lofty mountain<\/em>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Individual Awards<\/h1>\n

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GROUP EXERCISE \u2013 PRE-CHOREOGRAPHED INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR \u2013 Suli Tuitaupe<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsored by:\u00a0OneMusic<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0Organised, Prepared, Inspiring, Made the class feel valued<\/p>\n

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GROUP EXERCISE \u2013\u00a0OWN CHOREOGRAPHY INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR \u2013 \u00a0<\/strong>Danielle Mather<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsored by: My Group Move<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments: <\/strong>A well rounded planned class with the instructor coaching and teaching
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MIND BODY INSTRUCTOR OF THE YEAR \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Justine Hamill<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsored by:\u00a0Courage My Love\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments:<\/strong> Justine effortlessly integrated philosophy and mindfulness into her teaching in a way that felt relevant and authentic.<\/p>\n

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SMALL GROUP TRAINER OF THE YEAR \u2013 Christie Houghton<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsor:\u00a0Fitnessworks<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong>A trainer that is motivating, with excellent rapport, able to think on the spot. Extremely adaptable to the needs of the people she works with.<\/span><\/p>\n

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STUDENT OF THE YEAR \u2013 Christopher Treacher<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsor:\u00a0Les Mills New Zealand<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments: \u00a0Showed confidence, enthusiasm and rapport, an authentic student.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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OUTSTANDING SUPPORT AWARD \u2013 Jermaine Robinson<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Judges Comments:<\/strong>\u00a0 his time in service and overall passion, vision and heart. Jermaine’s ability to hold\u00a0multiple positions and deliver them at such a high standard whilst constantly developing himself is truly outstanding.<\/p>\n

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PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Shannon Booth<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsored by: LifeFit Heath and Fitness Festival.\u00a0This award is chosen by popular vote.<\/p>\n


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UP AND COMING PERSONAL TRAINER OF THE YEAR \u2013 Nicci Webb<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0<\/strong>A commitment shown to continuing personal and professional development. Nicci is looking at the industry from a very holistic approach.<\/p>\n


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PERSONAL TRAINER OF THE YEAR \u2013 Jessee James\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsored by:\u00a0AUT University<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>A 100% genuine trainer that wants her clients to feel successful.\u00a0<\/span>Embracing te whare tapawha in all she does.<\/span><\/p>\n

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FACILITY\u00a0AWARDS<\/h1>\n

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STUDIO OF THE YEAR \u2013 Adapted Yoga and Pilates<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0An innovative brand, that supports their members, team and the wider industry<\/p>\n


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FRANCHISE\u00a0<\/strong>FACILITY OF THE YEAR \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Snap Fitness Papamoa<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Judges Comments: <\/strong>A facility that uses the strength of it\u2019s brand combined with a strong community focus.<\/p>\n

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INDEPENDENT FACILITY OF THE YEAR \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Iron Hood Fitness<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsored by:\u00a0Fitnessworks<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0<\/strong>Ironhood proves they can maintain a quality offering while still seeking to improve and grow.<\/p>\n

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CHAIN \/ GROUP\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/strong>FACILITY OF THE YEAR – CityFitness Hastings<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sponsored by:\u00a0NRG Fitness Equipment<\/a><\/p>\n

Judges Comments: \u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0With a close competition it was the member\u2019s positive feedback that made this entrant the\u00a0winner tonight.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0SUPREME CLUB OF THE YEAR \u2013\u00a0<\/strong> Adapted Yoga and Pilates<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Judges Comments:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0A business that truly illustrates what a modern exercise facility looks like. A values based team that adds value to our industry<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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