ALL THAT YOU NEED
TO KNOW ABOUT "TEAM 98"
Team 98 consists of trainers from a range of backgrounds; from former elite athletes to members of the defence force. Together we represent over 50 years’ combined expertise. We deliver real results for any objective. We are committed to providing an experience and education for our athletes. We preach training, eating and living with the desired goal in mind, and we provide the tools needed to reach that goal.
Qualifications/Experience
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Cert III & IV in Fitness
- NLP Master Practitioner & Coach
- Level 1 PN certified nutritionist
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15 Years of Coaching Experience
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7 years owning and running gym
Justin’s journey into health and fitness began early in life by watching his father’s commitment to fitness in their garage, instilling in him a lifelong dedication to wellness for himself and his family. This dedication has paved a positive path for his two beautiful boys. Throughout his junior years to the end of high school, Justin was a competitive swimmer, qualifying for national titles.
From 2010 to 2017, Justin co-owned and operated a successful gym in Cronulla, where he honed his skills in managing fitness programs and business operations. With over a decade of experience as a trainer, he has guided and transformed hundreds of individuals from diverse backgrounds. His comprehensive approach covers a wide range of fitness goals, from coaching beginners for fun runs and marathons to preparing athletes for bodybuilding competitions. Justin is passionate about helping his clients feel rejuvenated and confident in their physical and mental capabilities. He aims to create a better connection between the mind, body, and spirit.
“Fitness is not about being better than someone else. It’s about being better than you used to be.”
Qualifications/Experience
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13 years in the British Army’s elite Parachute Regiment
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2.5 years running Pegasus Company, the arduous selection course for British airborne forces
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Gym Jones, Crossfit, S&C Coach Level 1
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Level 3 sports massage therapist
James was born and raised just north of London, and grew up playing rugby and competing in athletics through which his passion for sport and training was ignited. This drew him to join the Army and, ultimately, the Parachute Regiment, the only direct-entry Army unit with a physical selection test, with which he deployed on multiple tours of Afghanistan and Iraq. Like many he caught the Crossfit bug in the early 2010s, which awoke his interest in coaching and programming, and led him on the path to commanding Pegasus Company, training and selecting the next generation of British Paratroopers. During this time, James completed the Gym Jones level 1 course, and spent a month training in 98 Riley Street whilst on a trip to Sydney visiting his then-girlfriend (now wife!). These experiences influenced him more than he really appreciated at the time…
What resonated most with James over the years was the Gym Jones “mind is primary” ethos, as well as the Parachute Regiment’s principle of “train to pass, don’t test to fail”. These determine his training and coaching philosophy today, which is what he will bring to 98.
Qualifications
- Cert 3 and 4 in Fitness
- Life Coach from the Coaching Room
Emma’s philosophy as a trainer is based upon motivating and encouraging people to move through as much range as possible and gaining as much strength as possible in the process. This not only returns the best body composition result for her clients, but her pace and programming style also significantly decreases the risk of injury.
She specialises in strength and conditioning, body composition, women’s health and nutrition. Her simple and holistic approach to nutrition education is the cornerstone to her practice. She trains a wide range of skill-levels and ages, providing clients specific prescription where necessary, based on body type, activity levels and goals. Emma believes that combining the tools for both nutrition and exercise delivers longevity and the best possible results long term.
Movement has not always been a huge part of Emma’s life, however it eventually became apparent of the huge benefits exercise had on her mental health. These benefits are what motivated her to begin a consistent and rewarding career in personal training.