News & Updates

Authored by Dr Betul Sekendiz, Managing Director of Fitness Industry Risk Management Consulting (FIRMC®), Associate Professor of Business and Sport Management at the International College of Management Sydney (ICMS), and the Chair of the Health and Fitness Industry Standards Council, the new edition reflects the latest legal and regulatory requirements while addressing the growing diversity and complexity of services across the industry.

AUSactive is proud to announce the appointment of four new members to the Health and Fitness Industry Standards Council (“Council”) - an esteemed group guiding the standards, quality and professionalism of Australia’s health and fitness industry. 

It’s that time of year when tax-time savings are everywhere – but did you know you can also claim your AUSactive membership renewal in this year’s tax return?

AUSactive is proud to announce the establishment of its third Advisory Group – the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Group (ADEIAG), reinforcing its strategic commitment to building a more inclusive, accessible, and representative active health and exercise industry across Australia.

This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to professional development, safety, and the health and wellbeing of all Australians.

Active Merri-bek’s Oak Park Sports and Aquatic Centre and Coburg Leisure Centre have proudly maintained their AUSactive Quality Business Accreditation, reinforcing their strong commitment to safety, service excellence, and industry best practice.

Kilcoy Indoor Sport Centre and Gym maintains AUSactive Quality Business Accreditation, highlighting its commitment to safety, community wellbeing and high-quality fitness services.

AUSactive has marked Chinese New Year celebrations by announcing the launch of a dedicated Tai Chi professional membership registration to provide tailored membership benefits and support for instructors of the ancient martial art. Tai Chi has been practiced for thousands of years and today many take part in Tai Chi as a sport and form of exercise for its health benefits – both physical and for the mind.

AUSactive is pleased to announce Australian Bureau of Statistics’ recent revision of the Occupational Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) includes Pilates and Yoga Instructor’s occupations for the first time.