YOUR FITNESS TEAM

Steve Davis

Sports Director
& Performace Manager
  • Bachelor of Science (Microbiology, Nutrition, Psychology) – UniSA
  • Tri Australia Performance Coach
  • Tri Ireland L1 Coach
  • Sports Consultant – CIT Ireland
  • Cert IV in Training and Assessment
  • SASRAPID Swim Instructor
  • Kids Learn to Swim Instructor
  • Freestyle Martial Arts
  • Muay Thai Kickboxing
  • Institute of Motion Member

As the Performance Manager and Head Coach of Davey Black Triathlon, Performance Coach Steve Davis brings a holistioc approcah to training, and has seen athletes flourish under the training philosophies that he has developed over the last decade of training and coaching.

Steve competed at high level junior tennis and Aussie Rules Footy before moving into Freestyle Martial Arts, Muay Thai and then Triathlon later in life. Starting as a pure beginner, and lacking natural talent in triathlon, hard work and determination saw him get to the Long Course World Championships. While the birth of his three kids have slowed him down a little, he still managed to compete in several Ironman distance Triathlons and maintains a healthy and holistic approach to training and fitness.

Coach Steve lived in Ireland for 3 years building a successful Coaching and Personal Training business, before relocating back to Australia, creating the triathlon club and opening the Davey Black Fitness Studio in Melbourne. His dream is to build a team that delivers the highest quality advice, coaching and support to everyone, regardless of thier current fitness level. He is determined to help those who do not believe in themselves to get out and get active.

Brett Thompson

Mobility & Movement Coach
  • Bachelor of Science (Exercise Physiology)      – University of Arizona
  • Exercise Specialist – Arizona Rehab Centre
  • Cert III & IV in Fitness
  • Pre and Post Natal Training
  • Institute of Motion Mentorship Lvl 1 & 2
  • Rehab Trainer Lvl 1
  • ZUU Lvl 1 & 2 Certified Trainer
  • Effective Movement Training
  • Boxing for Fitness Lvl 1
  • TRx, ViPR, Sandbell Certified Trainer

Brett’s biggest passion is helping people move better, whether it is for daily activity, to perform better or stay injury free. Brett knows that after years of gruelling training, the body should be trained to move freely using three-dimensional multi-level movement, not smashing it until you can’t move. There is a place for training hard, but the body needs to be in the right shape and functional capability to perform consistently at that level.

Brett has a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences majoring in Exercise Physiology from the University of Arizona and spent 3 years an exercise specialist for a rehab facility in Arizona. Brett has established a successful personal training career over 8 years with several mainstream fitness providers.

In his youth, Brett was a competitive tennis player and a keen in-line and ice hockey player. More recently, Brett trained and competed in triathlons. Initially, it was something that he just did for fun, progressing over the years to the Age Group World Championships in Hamburg, Germany then continuing to half ironman and full ironman distances.

Having lived, studied and trained internationally, Brett has experienced different cultures, ideas and training structures. Brett has trained and worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds from professional athletes to those who haven’t been active for many years. With different goals; from training for big events, sports specific, losing weight and improving fitness, Brett knows how to get the best out of every-body.

Louise Hodgins

Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • Cert III & IV in Fitness – Australian Institute of Fitness
  • Level 1 & 2 Boxing
  • Triathlete S&C Coach
  • Triathlon Victoria TRIactive Coach
  • Metafit Coach
  • Institue of Motion Member
  • Health Consultant
  • Personal Endurance Training
  • Multiple Marathon Finisher
  • Multiple Ironman Finisher

For Louise, exercise is an important, meaningful part of daily living.  Everyone has busy schedules these days, but she believes exercise should be prioritised and incorporated into your schedule to become a daily routine.  Louise is a passionate believer that exercise can prevent health problems and improve quality of life, and she is driven to helping everyone achieve their fitness and lifestyle goals.

Louise’s philosophy focuses on continued lifelong learning as she works towards enhancing the well-being of her clients by empowering them with the knowledge, skills, support, guidance and resources to assist and inspire them on their journey to a healthier lifestyle. She works together with each client to transform their quality of life. Through active participation in regular fitness sessions and the integration of guided fitness programs, Louise turns health goals into reality, all in a caring, fun, and dynamic environment.

Louise’s love of fitness started at an early age with team sports. She grew up playing Netball and Basketball, and since then has added Long Distance Running and Triathlons to her passions. Louise owned and operated a personal training business in the Bayside area for 3 years, working with a wide variety of clients from busy time poor Mums to highly motivated athletes.

In her spare time Louise loves Bike Riding, Trail Walks, enjoying a glass of wine and hanging out with her Rag Doll Cats Spencer and Elle

Caitlyn McGuinness

Functional Fitnesss Coach
  • ZUU Bronze Trainer
  • Cert 111 & 1V in Fitness
  • F45 Head Trainer
  • INBA Bikini Model 
  • Strength & Functional Lifting Coach
  • Institute of Motion Member
  • Functional Circuit Training

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