In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the numbers – how many calories burned, how much weight lifted, or how many steps taken. But at the heart of true fitness lies something far deeper: the connection between mind, body, and spirit.

At Physical Activity Australia we follow the Bluearth Approach, we believe that movement is more than just a physical activity; it’s a pathway to whole-person development, fostering not only physical health but also mental clarity, emotional balance, and social connection.

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Good balance is critical for older adults, so it’s also critical we play our part to help them build and maintain great balance by including targeted exercises in their weekly workouts.

For those aged over 65 years, around 35% will experience a fall at least once a year. Fifteen percent of these falls will cause a serious physical injury such as a broken hip or brain injury, but it’s not only the physical consequences that can be devastating.

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Registering with Physical Activity Australia demonstrates that you are a qualified fitness professional who has the knowledge and skills to successfully carry out specific roles within the industry.

It provides evidence that you have met key national standards and shows prospective clients and employers that you are committed to achieving and maintaining the highest level of industry standards through ongoing, accredited training.

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Whether you are just getting started in the fitness industry, or have been working for years, ensuring your knowledge and skills are relevant and up-to-date is a key challenge for us all.

We offer a wide range of courses, programs and workshops designed to help you maintain your currency and competency within the fitness industry. Your ongoing learning will continue to benefit you and your clients throughout your career, and maintains the integrity of the fitness industry.

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Physical Activity Australia is committed to providing high-quality training to all registrants. By supporting the professional development of our members we provide them with the opportunity to increase their knowledge and their capacity to deliver a range of quality health and fitness opportunities for their clients.

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