Prue Sinclair: Prac Student

I’m Prue Sinclair and I am a third year Human Movement student from QUT. In two weeks I am finished university and am off overseas for a while to pursue my crazy childhood dreams of dive instructing, teaching English and working in a zoo in Borneo. I enjoy the rehabilitation side of my degree as well as the personal contact with clients. In my future I see the outdoors, the tropics, laughter, and health… Time will no doubt tell.

Matt Jewell

If you see a new face in the gym, who is either eating or obviously not accustomed to being up and about at 6 in the morning, chances are it is me. I’m Matt, the work experience kid! I am currently studying Bachelor of Science, Human Movement at QUT, and am interested in the fitness industry, particularly strength and conditioning.

I completed my Certificate 3 in Fitness back in 2006, and decided I would like to understand the science of the human body how it works, so took up full time study. Last year I had to study resistance training as a subject at uni, and realised that is where my main passion lies. I now hope to make it in the industry as a strength and conditioning coach of a professional sports team, while achieving my own lifting goals.

I currently work at an ice-cream shop on Brisbane's northside, and find it frustrating having to serve people who probably shouldn't be having ice-cream. So doing my prac at Fitnance, it is a welcome change to be with like-minded people, doing work that I am passionate about.

If you see me around the place, need someone to talk about TV or the footy, need a spot, or someone to share some food with, stop and say Hi! I’m pretty friendly despite being half asleep.

Laura Hosking - Prac Student

Name: Laura Hosking

Birthday: 2nd March 1987
Age: 23

Education: Completing double degree in a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Movement Studies and Dietetics & Nutrition (4th year)

Background: Born and bred on the Gold Coast I grew up being active and love the beach. From a young age I trained in contemporary and classical dance which taught me the importance of being physically active and looking after my body. I trained in dancing full time in Melbourne before returning to the sunshine state to take up my current studies at QUT. I also have a passion for yoga and massage, and would like to further my experience in those fields with more study. In the future I will count myself very lucky if I can find a way to combine all of my passions in a career!


Played sports: Every dance form, and netball, basketball and swimming during school

Fitness goals: To maintain the physical capacity to exercise, and not let the big world get in the way!

Favorite foods: Do I have to narrow it down….I love food!

How did u start at fitnance: I was looking for somewhere who would have me for more than 2 hours a day… and I was blessed to be given Fitnance’s number by a friend.

You’re all time favorite fitness class: Dance aerobics

Current training scheduler:
Monday Strength Training @ Gym
Tuesday Swim Training
Wednesday Walk/Cycle
Thursday Yoga
Friday Dance class
Saturda Rest
Sunday Walk/cycle

Dan Gardner Profile

Greetings. My name is Daniel Gardner but most people know me as Danny or Dan. I am a 24yr old QUT student studying a Human Movements degree. I have a background in fitness having completed a Certificate 3, 4 and Diploma of Fitness which has allowed me to work in gym settings and with sporting teams. I love helping people set and achieve their fitness goals, whether it be losing weight, gaining muscle and strength or just feeling fitter and better about themselves.

I am a sports fanatic, having played many sports thru high school. I competed for Queensland in track and field in 400m and 400m hurdles, making the Australian development camps and holding regional and state records. More recently, I have played soccer in the QLD state league and the Brisbane Premier leagues and support Birmingham in the English Premier League.