Conference 2025
Join us at the MyFirstGym Conference and Awards Night. This event is a unique opportunity for networking, engaging with suppliers, and participating in dynamic workshops. Exchange ideas, learn best practices, and gain valuable insights to drive your business forward. You’ll leave feeling inspired, empowered, and equipped with the tools to enhance your gym’s success and foster a thriving community.
The much anticipated Awards Night will be held on Saturday evening of the conference. Voting is now open to nominate your team and club. Submit your nominations by 31st October to ensure you’re in the running to receive an award.
Buy your tickets below
Take advantage of our Early Bird offer! Secure your Premium package tickets before October 31st to lock in the discounted rate of just $299. Deluxe ticket purchases will increase to $349 from the 1st of November.
Keynote
Know your audience
RECCRUITING GEN Z & MARKETING TO MILLENNIALS
Sophie Renton, Managing Director at McCrindle and a leading social researcher, is dedicated to using evidence-based insights to help organizations navigate complexity and achieve better outcomes. With nearly a decade of experience in the education sector and as a non-executive director, Sophie is an accomplished author and a sought-after consultant, media commentator, and facilitator. Her expertise in generational trends and leadership makes her a powerful voice in understanding the context in which today’s leaders operate.
At our business conference, Sophie will deliver a keynote focused on two of her core areas of expertise: understanding and engaging with Generation Z, where she will offer strategies to inspire staff, volunteers, and teams toward greater engagement, and exploring the future consumer by examining the trends shaping consumer behavior. Her insights, grounded in robust research, will provide attendees with actionable strategies to navigate these emerging challenges and opportunities.
Keynote
Growing a local business
Angela Saville is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the education and fitness industries. She has established herself as a successful business owner, personal trainer, group exercise instructor, run coach, teacher, and mentor. Specialising in group fitness, Angela’s company, Savvy, pioneered commercial outdoor fitness operations in the Illawarra region. In addition to her founding company, she has owned multiple fitness franchise brands, including Anytime Fitness and Orange Theory.
A multi-award-winning businesswoman, Angela was recognised as the first IWIB Young Business Woman of the Year in 2009 and IWIB Business Woman of the Year in 2010. Today, Angela focuses on creating and coordinating Savvy’s programmes, mentoring staff, and fostering a unique team culture that inspires active living and community engagement. Her passion for fitness and community drives her to create meaningful experiences in every session, leading to life-changing results for hundreds of members. At the conference, Angela will share insights on growing a business within the local community, drawing from her extensive experience and deep commitment to the power of movement.
Keynote
Nurturing Young Lives
How Early Movement Shapes Long-Term Wellbeing
Professor Anthony Okely is a world-leading expert on physical activity and children, dedicated to tackling childhood obesity and profoundly influencing the lives and futures of children, families, and communities globally. Currently a Senior Professor of Public Health at the University of Wollongong, Tony leads pioneering research on physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep in children. His immense scholarly contributions include leading prestigious research projects, and publishing more than 300 highly cited journal articles. Tony’s work has been instrumental in shaping national and international policies, including the World Health Organization Guidelines on Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour and Sleep for Children Under 5 Years of Age.
At our conference, Professor Okely will focus on the impact of the early introduction to physical activity in children aged 0-5. Drawing on recent research findings, he will discuss the long-term benefits of physical activity for young children and effective strategies for communicating these benefits to parents. Tony’s insights will underscore the vital role early physical activity plays in shaping healthier futures for children, highlighting the importance of the work we do at MyFirstGym across Australia.
Accomodation Options
Novotel
Venue
Key notes and workshops will be held at the Sage Hotel for Day 1 and Day 2 with Friday Networking drinks at the Brewery Wine Bar. The much anticipated awards night will be held at the City Beach Function Centre overlooking one of Wollongong’s best beaches.
