Presenters
Andrea Gilardoni
Meet Andrea Gilardoni from Milan, Italy.
Andrea’s experience in Aqua Fitness is well known around the world. He is an EAA Certified Master Trainer in Aqua Fitness, Aqua Treadmill, Aqua Circuit, Aqua Jump, Aqua Step, Aqua Functional and Hydrobike. Andrea is the creator of the Aqua Treadmill, Aqua Circuit and Aqua Functional programs and collaborated for the Hydrobike program. He is also a part of our Acquapole® Master Trainer family. Andrea has been working for the EAA from 2007.
Along with being a Master Trainer, Andrea is the Group Exercise Manager of Milan City Centre Virgin Active. Virgin Active is one of the biggest Fitness Networks in Europe with 33 Clubs in Italy and 245 worldwide. He is also the chief trainer for Virgin Active Academy, which is the fitness school preparing instructors for all 33 clubs in Italy.
Accolades of presenting are a long list for Andrea. They include presenting in countries such as Russia, Denmark, Belgium, Portugal, Ukraine, Germany, Chile, France, Brazil, and USA. Andrea has presented at the biggest and best conventions, including Rimini Wellness in Italy and IAFC in the USA. He has appeared on four video Fitmotivation with Mark Grevelding.
We look forward to welcoming him to Australia in 2020 and seeing his amazing talents on the pool deck!
Andrea’s experience in Aqua Fitness is well known around the world. He is an EAA Certified Master Trainer in Aqua Fitness, Aqua Treadmill, Aqua Circuit, Aqua Jump, Aqua Step, Aqua Functional and Hydrobike. Andrea is the creator of the Aqua Treadmill, Aqua Circuit and Aqua Functional programs and collaborated for the Hydrobike program. He is also a part of our Acquapole® Master Trainer family. Andrea has been working for the EAA from 2007.
Along with being a Master Trainer, Andrea is the Group Exercise Manager of Milan City Centre Virgin Active. Virgin Active is one of the biggest Fitness Networks in Europe with 33 Clubs in Italy and 245 worldwide. He is also the chief trainer for Virgin Active Academy, which is the fitness school preparing instructors for all 33 clubs in Italy.
Accolades of presenting are a long list for Andrea. They include presenting in countries such as Russia, Denmark, Belgium, Portugal, Ukraine, Germany, Chile, France, Brazil, and USA. Andrea has presented at the biggest and best conventions, including Rimini Wellness in Italy and IAFC in the USA. He has appeared on four video Fitmotivation with Mark Grevelding.
We look forward to welcoming him to Australia in 2020 and seeing his amazing talents on the pool deck!
Stefania Manfredi
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Meet Stefania Manfredi from Turin, the home of Acquapole® Italy. We are very excited to have this amazing Wonder Woman join us for the Australian International Aqua Fitness Convention! Stefania is a motivated and creative International Presenter and transformed from a swimming athlete to swimming teacher and aqua fitness trainer. She has a Degree in Physical Education and is the Co-Creator of the fitness program Acquapole®. During the last year she has been instrumental in the development of all the latest accessories for Acquapole® and has opened her own Pilates and Personal Training Studio. Stefania is a well known presenter throughout the world and include presenting in countries such as Portugal, USA, Canada, and throughout Italy. Stefania has presented at the biggest and best conventions, including Rimini Wellness in Italy and IAFC in the USA. We look forward to welcoming Stefania to Australia and seeing her Wonder Woman talents in action! |
Gabriele Tufano
Meet Gabriele Tufano from Milan, Italy!
Gabriele has been in the fitness industry for 13 years. He practiced Thai Boxing and power lifting at a competitive level, he is the owner of The Loft Personal Training Studio and Acquapole® Master Trainer and is AEA Certified. Gabriele is also a swimming instructor, sports massage therapist and is currently studying Osteopathy.
Acquapole® Boxing, Aqua Bikes & Treadmills are his specialty and he is well known for his dynamic, high energy, powerful Aqua presentations around the globe. We can't wait for you to meet Gabriele..... AKA "The Bomber!"
If this guy is not enough to get you registering.... then you really will be missing out!!
Gabriele has been in the fitness industry for 13 years. He practiced Thai Boxing and power lifting at a competitive level, he is the owner of The Loft Personal Training Studio and Acquapole® Master Trainer and is AEA Certified. Gabriele is also a swimming instructor, sports massage therapist and is currently studying Osteopathy.
Acquapole® Boxing, Aqua Bikes & Treadmills are his specialty and he is well known for his dynamic, high energy, powerful Aqua presentations around the globe. We can't wait for you to meet Gabriele..... AKA "The Bomber!"
If this guy is not enough to get you registering.... then you really will be missing out!!
Joanna Apolinarska
Meet Joanna Apolinarska from Poland!
Joanna is an international presenter with over 19 years of experience in the aquatic field. She is an SAF AQUA® Master Trainer, SAF AQUA Drums Vibes® Head Master Trainer, SAF AQUA® Baby Master Trainer, AcquaPole® Master Trainer, International Aquatic Fitness Instructor certified by the Aquatic Exercise Association, international presenter and Aqua Fitness Trainer, author of SAF AQUA Drums Vibes® program, instructor of Halliwick Concept, graduated in Post-graduate Studies of Management and Organization of Physical Culture (AWF Warsaw), Sports Manager, swimming instructor, aerobics instructor, Aqua Gymstick Instructor, participant and presenter of many workshops, conventions in Poland and abroad. On a daily basis, she cooperates with the ASGO Health Center. She is a professor of activity in water at the University of Education and Therapy in Poznan (Poland). Co-author of the first Polish publication about Aqua Fitness. Member of The Aquatic Exercise Association.
Joanna’s list of accolades is long and she has presented in countries such as Poland, Italy, Singapore, Italy and USA. Joanna has presented at the biggest and best conventions, including Rimini Wellness in Italy and in the USA. We look forward to welcoming Joanna to Australia to see her drum up a storm!
Joanna is an international presenter with over 19 years of experience in the aquatic field. She is an SAF AQUA® Master Trainer, SAF AQUA Drums Vibes® Head Master Trainer, SAF AQUA® Baby Master Trainer, AcquaPole® Master Trainer, International Aquatic Fitness Instructor certified by the Aquatic Exercise Association, international presenter and Aqua Fitness Trainer, author of SAF AQUA Drums Vibes® program, instructor of Halliwick Concept, graduated in Post-graduate Studies of Management and Organization of Physical Culture (AWF Warsaw), Sports Manager, swimming instructor, aerobics instructor, Aqua Gymstick Instructor, participant and presenter of many workshops, conventions in Poland and abroad. On a daily basis, she cooperates with the ASGO Health Center. She is a professor of activity in water at the University of Education and Therapy in Poznan (Poland). Co-author of the first Polish publication about Aqua Fitness. Member of The Aquatic Exercise Association.
Joanna’s list of accolades is long and she has presented in countries such as Poland, Italy, Singapore, Italy and USA. Joanna has presented at the biggest and best conventions, including Rimini Wellness in Italy and in the USA. We look forward to welcoming Joanna to Australia to see her drum up a storm!
Antonio Russo
Meet Antonio Russo from Milan, Italy.
Antonio was born 15th of May 1985. In 2012 he graduated with a degree in physical education from the Pavia University.
For about 10 years, he has worked as an baby swimming instructor and Aqua fitness instructor. Over the years he has specialized in baby swimming from 3 month up to 36 month and works in Pavia University.
Antonio has all the EAA certifications and I works as Master Trainer and Presenter for European Aquatic Association, Acquapole®, Virgin Academy and Accademia Italiana Fitness.
He also has the AEA certification, along with the Acquapole® and Agua Movida certifications.
He has presented in the Aquafitnessdays, Winter marathon and Rimini wellness for the EAA and has also presented in International conferences in Denmark, Belgium, Germany, America (AEA), and Russia.
He has shot two intructional videos for Mark Grevelding's American Fitmotivation channel.
He now works in Milan for Virgin active as land and water fitness instructor.
We look forward to seeing this superhero at work at AIAFC!
Antonio was born 15th of May 1985. In 2012 he graduated with a degree in physical education from the Pavia University.
For about 10 years, he has worked as an baby swimming instructor and Aqua fitness instructor. Over the years he has specialized in baby swimming from 3 month up to 36 month and works in Pavia University.
Antonio has all the EAA certifications and I works as Master Trainer and Presenter for European Aquatic Association, Acquapole®, Virgin Academy and Accademia Italiana Fitness.
He also has the AEA certification, along with the Acquapole® and Agua Movida certifications.
He has presented in the Aquafitnessdays, Winter marathon and Rimini wellness for the EAA and has also presented in International conferences in Denmark, Belgium, Germany, America (AEA), and Russia.
He has shot two intructional videos for Mark Grevelding's American Fitmotivation channel.
He now works in Milan for Virgin active as land and water fitness instructor.
We look forward to seeing this superhero at work at AIAFC!
Donna Stocker
Meet Donna Stocker from Adelaide, South Australia.
Donna is the Fitness Co-ordinator at Parafield Gardens Swim School in Adelaide, South Australia where she has worked for 5 years teaching a regular timetable of various Aqua classes and helping to grow their Aqua Fitness Programs. Her passion for Fitness started when she was young with participation in Gymnastics at a State and National level which continued into adulthood in a coaching role, then as a Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer.
It was her work with Parafield Gardens Swim School that opened her mind to the benefits of training in water and where she found her passion for Aqua Fitness. In 2015, Donna was instrumental in the introduction of the Acquapole® products and programs into the Australasian market with the introduction of Acquapole® at Parafield Gardens Swim School. In 2016, her passion for Aqua fitness and Acquapole® lead to her taking on the role of Master Trainer with Acquapole® Australasia. She is involved in the training of other instructors, designing and implementing new training programs and presenting at fitness conventions. In 2018, Acquapole® Australasia introduced the SAF Aqua Drums Vibes program to Australasia, with Donna taking on a Master Trainer role. Donna is passionate about continuing education, training and mentoring other instructors. In 2018 she travelled to Italy for further Aqua Education and Acquapole® trainings. Donna has recently been nominated for the 2019 Group Exercise Instructor of the Year through Fitness Australia and was a presenter at the 2019 Filex Convention.
We look forward to seeing what this little "Pocket Rocket" has in store for you on pool deck at AIAFC!
Donna is the Fitness Co-ordinator at Parafield Gardens Swim School in Adelaide, South Australia where she has worked for 5 years teaching a regular timetable of various Aqua classes and helping to grow their Aqua Fitness Programs. Her passion for Fitness started when she was young with participation in Gymnastics at a State and National level which continued into adulthood in a coaching role, then as a Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer.
It was her work with Parafield Gardens Swim School that opened her mind to the benefits of training in water and where she found her passion for Aqua Fitness. In 2015, Donna was instrumental in the introduction of the Acquapole® products and programs into the Australasian market with the introduction of Acquapole® at Parafield Gardens Swim School. In 2016, her passion for Aqua fitness and Acquapole® lead to her taking on the role of Master Trainer with Acquapole® Australasia. She is involved in the training of other instructors, designing and implementing new training programs and presenting at fitness conventions. In 2018, Acquapole® Australasia introduced the SAF Aqua Drums Vibes program to Australasia, with Donna taking on a Master Trainer role. Donna is passionate about continuing education, training and mentoring other instructors. In 2018 she travelled to Italy for further Aqua Education and Acquapole® trainings. Donna has recently been nominated for the 2019 Group Exercise Instructor of the Year through Fitness Australia and was a presenter at the 2019 Filex Convention.
We look forward to seeing what this little "Pocket Rocket" has in store for you on pool deck at AIAFC!
Dominic Gili
Meet Dominic Gili from Sydney Australia!
We are happy to announce our awesome Australian Aqua Man Dominic will be joining us for the Australian International Aqua Fitness Convention.
Dominic Gili is an Aqua Fitness Presenter and owner of AquaFitnessOnline.com. He has presented at international conferences in the USA and UK as well as Australia wide. Dom has a reputation for offering innovative, uplifting and challenging water workouts. He has produced several online training videos and is a regular contributor to fitness industry publications. In 2012 he was named 'Author of the Year’ by Australian Fitness Network.
Dominic is a well known Australian presenter and mentor to many. We look forward to seeing him on pool deck sharing his amazing talents!
Samantha Dempsey
Meet Samantha Dempsey from Adelaide, South Australia!
Samantha is a Supervisor at the Parafield Gardens Swim School assisting in the operation and management of the swim school and fitness program and has been teaching Aqua Fitness for 3 years. During this time Sam became an Australasian Master Trainer of Acquapole® travelling to Singapore and then Italy to further her training. She is also the Australasian Master Trainer for SAF Aqua Drums Vibes. Sam also holds a Bachelor in Primary School Education Degree and in her spare time, she does relief teaching. She is an energetic and enthusiastic trainer with a passion for fitness, education and travelling the world.
We look forward to seeing Samantha rock it at AIAFC!
Christine Naysmith
Meet Christine Naysmith from Queensland, Australia!
Christine is the AUSTSWIM Aqua Education Coordinator and recipient of the 2018 AUSTSWIM Presenter of the year award. She regularly presents the AUSTSWIM Aqua Instructor Course across Australia and New Zealand and is a popular group fitness instructor, teaching a variety of class types. Christine uses her background in drama and education to keep participants interested and on their toes!
We look forward to seeing Christine hit the pool deck at AIAFC!
Jo Flynn
Meet Jo from Canberra, Australia!
Jo is a Co-Founder and Company Director of Salti, Australia’s floating fitness mat, and a motivated and passionate yoga and pilates instructor. With a particular love for yoga on water, she
co-founded Salti in 2016 to give people a fun, light hearted, non-competitive and inclusive way to get active on water. Jo has played an integral role in expanding Salti, while educating local governments, councils and the aquatics industry on the benefits of recreational physical activity to improve the health and wellbeing of communities. With the introduction of Salti, Jo has joined the movement of widening aqua fitness opportunities and attracting new demographics to the industry. Salti is now in a number of regions across Australia and will continue to expand locally and internationally. In her spare time, you’ll find Jo collaborating with other national brands and companies to deliver fun, motivating and unique ways to get people moving.
We look forward to seeing Jo floating her way through AIAFC!
Meet Jo from Canberra, Australia!
Jo is a Co-Founder and Company Director of Salti, Australia’s floating fitness mat, and a motivated and passionate yoga and pilates instructor. With a particular love for yoga on water, she
co-founded Salti in 2016 to give people a fun, light hearted, non-competitive and inclusive way to get active on water. Jo has played an integral role in expanding Salti, while educating local governments, councils and the aquatics industry on the benefits of recreational physical activity to improve the health and wellbeing of communities. With the introduction of Salti, Jo has joined the movement of widening aqua fitness opportunities and attracting new demographics to the industry. Salti is now in a number of regions across Australia and will continue to expand locally and internationally. In her spare time, you’ll find Jo collaborating with other national brands and companies to deliver fun, motivating and unique ways to get people moving.
We look forward to seeing Jo floating her way through AIAFC!
Evelyn & Greg Keyes
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We welcome this dynamic duo Evelyn & Greg Keyes for Victoria, Australia!
Evelyn Keyes, BSc, is a dual citizen of Australia/Netherlands and proud advocate of all things Aquatics. She specializes in all levels of Swim Teaching/Coaching, Special Populations with a focus on Autism of all level spectrum and Cognitive stimulation style Aquatics. Evelyn has presented at most of the World’s leading Aquatic Conventions and was a Dutch Master Trainer for ENVOZ/STA(UK) Aquatics for decades. Evelyn has written 3 books on Swimming and Aquatics for Children and will release her 4th in 2020 Evelyn is also currently translating from Dutch to English a major written work on the life of a Autistic adult from Baby to middle Adulthood, the challenges and accomplishments, to be released later in 2020. Greg Keyes will be our Keynote speaker and you can see his Bio below! Evelyn and Greg are well known Globally for their Solo and Dual presentations of their entertaining approach to teaching. We look forward to seeing this duo entertain us at AIAFC! |
Our Acquapole® Inventor & CEO will be joining us!
Monica Spagnuolo
Meet Monica Spanuolo from Turin, Italy!
Monica is the inventor of Acquapole® equipment and the co-ideator of Acquapole® method with Stefania Manfredi. She has degree in Physical Education and she has managed swimming facilities for over 20 years. Monica has worked for many years with the Italian swimming federation (FIN), at first as a national athlete and coach, later as FIN director of lifeguard trainings.
Since 2004 Monica runs her own pool, with more than 2800 customers and 50% focused on aquatic fitness. From 2010 Monica has overlooked and developed Acquapole® worldwide trainings and events. Monica personally tests all Acquapole® protocols and has trained more than 1000 aqua fitness instructors.
We look forward to seeing the original Wonder Woman in Australia at AIAFC!
Luca Cassin
Meet Luca Cassin from Turin, Italy!
Luca is the owner of the Acquapole® company. He has a degree in Law and worked as self-employed lawyer since 2010. Luca started with Acquapole SAS company in 2011, he projected and upgraded all the equipment following Monica Spagnolo and Stefania Manfredi’s guidelines.
He developed the international sales partnerships and he presented the Acquapole® equipment at almost all the aquatic conferences worldwide. Luca runs the Acquapole® business in 36 countries and he’s supporting 18 dealers.
He is now starting a new aquatic adventure with ISAF the first International Aquatic Fitness School, a new on line learning and testing platform, with the cooperation of the biggest names in aquatic fitness.
We look for to welcoming Luca to Australia to support the AIAFC Team!
Keynote Speaker
A dynamic Keynote presentation from perhaps Australia’s most accoladed Aquatic Professional Greg Keyes, JP, PhD, who has given Keynote Presentations Globally including the largest Aquatic Convention in the World, IAFC (International Aquatic Fitness Convention) in 2002 at Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
He is also Australia’s only recipient to date of the IAFC ‘Global Award’ and the EAFC (European Aquatic Fitness Convention) ‘Aqua Emma’ at Karlsruhe, Germany, which unlike the ‘Global Award’ which is selected by a judging panel of AEA (Aquatic Exercise Association) is voted by many hundreds of our peers, the attendees of the Convention as the highest rated Presenter of the Convention and the Workshop/s presented, of which Greg had not just the highest rated, but the 2 top highest rated of the huge amount presented, which had 5 run simultaneously over many days of the European Convention.
Greg apart from his huge involvement in the Aquatic Exercise Science World over the past 3 decades Globally, has a PhD in Theatrical Studies and specializes in Leadership and Interpersonal Communication Skills and Dynamics. He has written over 80 Aquatic Workshops and countless Masterclasses since the mid 1990’s presenting them Globally and later in 2020 with Evelyn Keyes his wife who he met at IAFC in 2000, will complete his 8th Aquatic World Tour and together their 5th Aquatic World Tour.
In recent years apart from his and Evelyn’s focus on Conceptual developments in Aquatics, Therapeutic analysis through Cognitive focus an Endorphin release has been a focus in their Workshops. Greg in 2019, released his initial Global written work ‘Aqua-I-Cue’ The Quintessential Aquatic Exercise Sports Science Reference Manual, which features many of the Icons of the Aquatic World who has made it what it is today from over the decades and features in many pictures the Master Trainers Donna Stocker and Evelyn Keyes as well as Greg.
We look forward to hearing Greg's inspiring Keynote at the Welcome Function on Saturday the 15th of February 2020!