Our Team

Personal Health Professionals

Our personalized approach doesn't stop at our members—it extends to our team of highly qualified health professionals, each boasting extensive personal training experience. Their wealth of knowledge is at your disposal whenever you need it. Beyond receiving a completely tailored exercise program and gaining a comprehensive understanding of the underlying theory, the primary advantage of having a health professional is the infusion of motivation.

It's not always easy to push yourself to the limits you desire, but with a health professional providing that extra push, the journey becomes not only easier but also more enjoyable. As you progress, and even before you hit a plateau, your health professional will revamp your workout, propelling you to the next level and ensuring you continually reap the maximum benefits from your efforts.

  •   increased self confidence

  • increased energy and stamina

  • increased muscular strength and flexibility.

  • reduction of stress and anxiety

  • improvement of the immune system

  • increased specific sports performance

  • loss of body fat and weight

  • body shaping and toning

  • elevating cardiovascular fitness levels

  • assist rehabilitation from injury

  • complement physiotherapy treatment

  • longevity     

            

EMILE PALMER / DIRECTOR

Qualifications

· PH360 Professional Health Alliance Endorsed Coach

· Corrective High Performance Exercise Kinesiologist - Level 3 & Intern at the CHEK Institute

· Professional Swim Coach & Berkeley University Swim Coach Scholar

· Australasian Mind/Body Practitioner

· Les Mills Certified Personal Trainer

· Member of New Zealand Registered Exercise Professionals

Emile understands your health is your primary asset. It is to be protected and always sought to be improved on.  Having started out as an athlete himself and progressing into working with elite athletes in various sports. Emile has over 30 years of experience in the health and wellness industry. He is a corrective high performance exercise kinesiologist, a psychosomatic practitioner and a professional swim coach. He is also at Les Mills as a health coach and personal trainer for many years. More recently, has evolved into a PH360 Certified lifestyle medicine practitioner and alliance partner. Emile works to balance ones’ health using 6 key lifestyle factors– he believes The Exercise Room is your one stop shop for all things health and wellness.

Previously the Wellness and Lifestyle Coach for the Institute of Strategic Leadership, Emile specializes in working with corporates and executives. Emile is incredibly passionate about inspiring people to be their most healthy, happy, and successful selves. He believes deeply that EVERY BODY is different, and thus every individual should have a specific and personalised programme to suit their unique needs.

LAURA DODDS / OFFICE & GENERAL MANAGER

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Business

  • Currently completing a diploma in Xero

Professional Development Courses Include:

Microsoft Excel Intermediate, Minute Takers Workshop, Essential Skills for PAs & EAs, Managing the Manager for EAs.

Laura is a proactive and creative business administrator with over 10 years of experience in office management and a passion for supporting small businesses. Her expertise lies in operations management, marketing, social media, bookkeeping, and streamlining business processes. Beyond her professional life, she has a strong passion for health and fitness, which inspires her approach to balancing work and well-being. This makes her a perfect fit as a new member of the team. She is on board to support and manage behind the scenes, so our trainers and coaches can use their time and skills to provide the best Exercise Room experience.





RHYS MARTIN / PERSONAL TRAINER @rmf_nz

Qualifications

  • Level 5 Certificate in Personal Training

  • Level 4 Certificate in Fitness Instruction

  • Accredited Certificate in Nutrition

  • Accredited Certificate in Optimal Sports Nutrition

  • Certified Meal and Menu Planner

  • Certificate in Basic Sports Massage

Rhys discovered his love for fitness as a teenager when took up coaching part time as the conditioning/skills coach for a few of his schools sports teams. His passion was deepened when he began and finished his Personal Training Certificate in 2011 at 21 years old.

Through his time playing and coaching sport and through dealing with clients with serious injuries as well as his own, Rhys has a great appreciation and respect for all round functional and performance based training both for athletes and for everyday life.

Above all he loves helping clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life no matter how big or small.

JASON PHILLIPS / PERSONAL TRAINER

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Physical Education

  • NZIHF Level 3 Certificate in Fitness

  • NZIHF Level 4 Certificate in Personal Training

  • Thump Accredited Boxing Instructor

  • First Aid

Jason has been working with clients from a variety of backgrounds both in New Zealand and abroad since 2003. 

His expertise is well recognised in the industry as a prior teacher to personal training students at the NZ Institute of Health and Fitness. Jason understands that in order to be successful, the solution to your health and wellness challenges has to suit you in every way.

His training philosophy is simple; create a personalised program that you actually look forward to completing each time you train, and provide all the support, monitoring and motivation you need until your goals are reached.







ELLA DALE / EXERCISE SCIENTIST

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Applied Exercise Science

  • Diploma in Contemporary Dance

  • Pilates Reformer Trained

  • Comprehensive First Aid Training

Ella’s background in dance and exercise science gives her a unique perspective on movement, strength, and mobility. Combining her Pilates training with evidence-based fitness principles, she creates personalized programs that help clients build confidence and achieve their goals.

Ella is passionate about helping others improve their quality of life and well-being through movement.