FISAF Quarterly - Issue 2, 2021

What an amazing start to the 2021 competition season!

We are now in the middle of the Super Series competitions, and have had so much fun seeing everyone at Coffs Harbour and Adelaide over the last couple of weeks. We can see how hard everyone has been training, and how much effort you and your coaches have put into the season already.

You'll see lots of new faces this year as we welcome a number of new schools and clubs to FISAF. Our sport continues to grow rapidly, and it's great to see that growth happening in a number rural areas as well as in existing 'hub' areas. A very warm welcome to everyone who is new to FISAF this year!

We have been working on some new projects for this year, with one of those being a Team Camp for our 2021 International Stream athletes. Athletes in this stream spend hours every week training to be at the most elite level of our sport. Despite travel restrictions impacting overseas travel, these athletes have remained focused, dedicated and determined. This year, more than ever we feel like they deserve something special. You'll find details in this edition, so please read on and enjoy!

We look forward to seeing you all very soon!

Best wishes,

The FISAF Team

We are so excited to have kicked-off the season with our Super Series events! So far we have been to Coffs Harbour (NSW) and Adelaide (SA) and we would like to congratulate all the athletes who have participated.

Whilst some COVID-19 restrictions remain in place, we are programming all events to enable as many spectators to attend as possible.

Thank you to all the coaches working hard to get entries in on time. Many of you know that we like to release our programs as early as possible, so receiving entries on-time is a big help!

17 - 20 September 2021
Gold Coast, Australia

We are very excited to offer something special to our International Stream community this year!

All 2021 International Stream athletes, coaches and their supporters are invited to stay with us at the Gold Coast for an exclusive Team Camp!

Guests will be treated to a range of fun and unique opportunities. These include:

Welcome Gala Dinner (Twin Towns)
Exclusive morning beach training session with Surf Life Saving QLD
Yoga in the park & picnic lunch
Free time to swim, relax, explore, shop!
Athlete Performance Showcase, with professional videography provided as a keepsake to all athletes
Beachside Farewell Celebration Dinner
Gift pack

Registration packs will be sent out very soon!

Lucy Goddard is the queen of wearing multiple hats, and to 'Spotlight' her for this issue is no easy task. Lucy's bubbly personality is gravitating, and her love of aerobics (and ability to command a rowdy group of 150-odd chatty students) is second to no-one.

She first discovered aerobics at 11 years old when she spotted it through a classroom window in primary school, and before long she was in one of the school teams.

As she headed into high school she joined a local club (now called Industrie 1 Sport Aerobics) and spent multiple nights each week travelling the 1.5hr round-trip to training. Lucy competed in every section possible, from singles, trios, small teams and her favourite - fitness. Her passion for the sport was endless!

When her HPE teacher at Lourdes Hill College asked her to coach a school team, her career in coaching aerobics began. In 2007 she started with 14 athletes in 2 teams, and today, 15 years later, she is Head Coach to 160 athletes in 32 teams and 10 coaches.

She was soon coaching at her club, coaching at her school, and added studying for her HPE teaching degree at University.

It probably comes as no surprise that when she started her full-time role as HPE teacher at Gumdale State School she started an aerobics program there. In 4 short years of running the program, she now has over 200 students involved.

More recently she was selected as the e 2019 Australian Team Coach for the FISAF World Championships in the Netherlands, which is one of the highlights of her career. To be a part of the Aussie athletes journey is something she is so incredibly proud of.

Another incredible thing about Lucy is her achievements as an Accredited FISAF Judge - both nationally and internationally. Her all-round involvement in FISAF further lead to her appointment to the FISAF International Technical Committee in 2020.

Lucy Goddard
Australian & International Judge
Member, International Technical Committee
Member, Australian Advisory Panel
HPE Teacher & Sport Aerobics Coach, Gumdale State School & Lourdes Hill College
Senior Coach, Industrie 1 Sport Aerobics

On a personal note, Lucy is a friend to so many, a source of motivation, laughs, support and advice.

How she fits all this in, as well as a regular trip to the theatre for her beloved musicals is anyone's guess! She does it though - all with a brilliant smile on her face.

Thank you so much Lucy, for everything you do and everything you bring to the sport and our FISAF Community.

We love that new schools are offering
FISAF aerobics to their students!

Schools love being part of FISAF because it's inclusive, fun, and comes with a host of support from the FISAF Australia team.

The FISAF Australia School Stream offers a simplified approach to learning and performing aerobics that makes it possible for any student to be involved, regardless of experience, gender, age or ability.

We are proud that everyone in a school's community can enjoy the sport including students, teachers, parents as well as the school leadership team.

Our competitions are focused on having fun, and providing students with an opportunity to showcase their hard work amongst their peers.

If you would like your school to offer FISAF sport aerobics, we would love to hear from you!

To get in touch, please email us at schools@fisafaustralia.com.au.

Do you love aerobics and want to
get more involved?

FISAF Australia is calling for Expressions of Interest for new members to join our amazing Judging Team for the 2022 Competition Season!

We are looking for motivated individuals in all states who are passionate about the sport and have an interest in extending their involvement.

"I love being a FISAF Judge - it gives me a front row seat to a sport I love! I am proud to be part of a supportive, enthusiastic and professional team, and feel grateful that judging has taken me all over Australia and Europe".

Gemma Macmillan, Australian & International Judge.

Full training and support is provided to suitable candidates to enable them to understand the role, responsibilities, and rules, and to gain practical experience before accreditation.

To register your interest, please email us at admin@fisafaustralia.com.au for details.