EFM Health Clubs

Novita Children's Services has been named as the charity of choice for EFM Health Clubs.

EFM, now 60 clubs across Australia, announced this week that its various fundraising efforts throughout 2010 would benefit Novita, the not-for-profit service provider for South Australian children with physical disabilities and their families.

Novita Chief Executive, Glenn Rappensberg said the organisation is deeply appreciative of being nominated as EFM's charity of choice in 2010.

"This thoughtful support from EFM Health Clubs and its members will assist Novita in fulfilling our purpose of 'connecting kids with their worlds'," said Mr Rappensberg.

"Our 1,300 young clients across South Australia will gratefully benefit from EFM's generosity."

EFM Managing Director Matthew Lindblom said the company's goal of providing its clients with a happier, healthier life is in sync with the purpose of Novita.

"As a business dedicated to health and fitness, we understand the importance of supporting individuals to be able to live life to the fullest - particularly young people, who deserve the best start possible," said Mr Lindblom.

"Supporting Novita as our charity of choice, be it through our annual dinner, raffles, or our thousand-strong contingent in the annual City-Bay fun run, is something we can do to make a difference."

Having opend 11 clubs in just over 12 months and with plans for further expansion in the coming six months, EFM Health Clubs has been listed as the 30th fastest-growing franchise by revenue and 23rd for outlet growth (number 1 fitness gym franchisee in Australia) in the 2010 list.

Matthew Lindblom, EFMs Managing Director, said "we've seen first hand the positive impact tailored programs and personalised fitness coaching have on our members here in SA, but it's great to know that EFM is making a difference elsewhere in Australia. We're really starting to carve out a national footprint."

"Within the next six months, we're aiming to add another eight clubs across the country, with two in Adelaide, four in Melbourne, one in Queensalnd and one in New South Wales, all anticipated."

"It's a great coup for us to be recognised on this list and it shows the company is a cohesive group and in excellent shape. While a large part of our success can be attributed to market demand, it's also a real credit to our Franchisees and their staff. Their professionalism and commitment to tailoring programs to suit individual's needs and abilities has turned EFM into a home-grown success sotry."

The annual EFM Health Clubs Triathlon for SA EFM members has been swam, rode and run (of course with loads of fun)! Over 300 members turned out at EFM Westlakes to brave the early morning and cold water.

35 SA EFM Clubs were represented and events included short and long course duathlon and triathlons, with individual and team events. Participants competed in four age categories - under 30s, over 30s, over 40s and over 60s with winners in each category awarded.

But as with every EFM event, the EFM triathlon is all about giving it a go, with most participants taking on a triathlon for the first time in their lives! Welldone EFM SA for putting on such a fantastic event - The biggest EFM Triathlon in our 19 year history!

Dozens of EFM members from clubs all over Melbourne recently turned out for a few hits and giggles at the Annual EFM Tennis Day. The event took place at the home of tennis, Melbourne Park, on Sunday 14th February.

Members from clubs including EFM Caulfield, EFM Cheltenham, EFM Clayton, EFM Dandenong, EFM Hawthorn East, EFM St Kilda East and EFM Sydenham shared in the fun on what was the third consecutive year of clear sky and fine weather.

In typical EFM style, the day was not so much about winning and losing but rather having some fun and getting the body moving. For the record however, EFM Hawthorn East members Cameron Howell and Spalgia Howell were the winners on the day.

EFM Gym Dandenong, onsite at Southern Health Dandenong has announced a site relocation to a new club space, still within Dandenong Hospital. The new space for EFM Dandenong will be located on Level 1, which is directly located opposite the hydrotherapy pool one level down from current gym location.

The move, set to take place in late February will see a range of improvements to the already thriving gym, which services the Southern Health and Dandenong community.

Improvements include approximately 40% more cardio and gym floor space, improved shower and changeroom facilities along with air conditioning and heating upgrades.

EFM Gym Dandenong offers all new members 3 free trial sessions and you can register your interest by clicking here.

For more information about EFM Gym Dandenong, contact club manager Craig Ryan on 0402 272 825.

SANFL/AFL coaching great John Cahill has joined the EFM Health Clubs team as a Franchisee and Fitness Coach at EFM City Gilles St (SA). John recently completed his Certificates 3 & 4 in Fitness and Master Personal Trainer accreditation at the Australian Institute of Fitness and takes the helm of the existing Gilles St franchise on January 1^st 2010.

EFM Managing Director Matthew Lindblom highlighted the significance of having a Franchisee of the caliber of John join the EFM team, “John quite clearly has a very unique ability to bring out the best in others; you don’t get a playing, captaincy and coaching record like John does by accident."

“Jack brings a remarkable background in coaching and this aligns very well with the EFM Fitness Coaching principals we use to coach our members towards their health and fitness goals. I’m sure he’ll get the very best out of each and every member that joins his club."

“From a Franchisee perspective, we invited John to speak at our national conference in October. He participated in the conference for the entire three days and our Franchisee group was blown away by his coaching and leadership knowledge and with how willing he was to share his skills with the group. He’s going to be a great asset to our team."

John Cahill SANFL/AFL player-coach statistics:

EFM Health clubs has awarded its Franchisee of the Year and Annual Award winners for 2009.

The new club is located onsite at Christian Brothers College (Westbury Street) and this 5 star facility is open to the general public along with the school community. The club has a limited number of Foundation Memberships available (20% discount) for new members.

The club will be managed by Anthony Garcia who is taking on the role of Franchisee and club manager having successfully managed nearby EFM Caulfield for a number of years.

‘I had a great time as my position as club manager at EFM Caulfield. I certainly get a great buzz out of transforming member's lives. Being a local in St Kilda, I was wrapt to be offered the position at the new EFM St Kilda East Club.'

In response to the question of the best thing about starting the new club, Anthony was frank with his response. 'I love changing lives. Not too many people are able to make such a significant contribution to the local community in their everyday work.'

'I get to work with like-minded people - people looking to make a positive lifestyle change and it doesn't get any better than that.'

‘There are quite a few gyms and fitness studios in the local area, but I'm looking forward to providing a fantastic ‘commercial gym’ alternative experience for local residents with a completely inviting look and feel.’

'I'm also backing up that promise with a 14 day money-back guarantee on all memberships, which means new members can take advantage of our Foundation Memberships to save money and try us out for 14 days to experience the EFM difference.'

'It shows how serious I am about providing a complete health and fitness solution - I'm results focussed.'

For Foundation Membership enquiries, contact Anthony on 0423 302 388, or register online for 3 free trial sessions by clicking here.

The new club is located onsite at Annesley College (Greenhill Road) and this 5 star facility is open to the general public along with the school community. The club has a limited number of Foundation Memberships available (30% discount) for new members.

Billy has extensive experience in the fitness industry having been a Personal Trainer for over 7 years and having also played SANFL League Football with Glenelg from 2002-2005.

‘I'm looking to replicate the enjoyable experiences that EFM has been providing the local community at our 37 other Adelaide locations over the past 19 years. A place where the community can get involved in a truly unique health club concept – that being a fun and friendly atmosphere that is conducive to results.’

‘I'm looking forward to providing a fantastic ‘commercial gym’ alternative experience for all local residents with a completely inviting look and feel.’

'I'm also backing up that promise with a 14 day money-back guarantee on all memberships, which means new members can take advantage of our Foundation Memberships to save money and try us out for 14 days to experience the EFM difference.'

'It places the onus right back on us to provide and enjoyable, results focussed program.'

For Foundation Membership enquiries, contact Billy on 1300 122 114, or you can visit the EFM Wayville club website for further information on grand opening specials by clicking here.

The club is located onsite at Catholic Regional Secondary College Sydenham and this 5 star facility is open to the general public along with the school community. The club is NOW OPEN for sessions with a limited number of Foundation Memberships available (30% discount) for new members.

The club is managed by Peta and Steve Herbert who have taken on their second club, having also operated EFM Tarneit for some time. Talking about taking on the second club, Peta outlined that member results was what it is all about. 'After experiencing the positive difference we've made to the local Tarneit community we decided to get involved with the new Sydenham location.’

‘We’re looking to replicate the enjoyable experiences that we’ve been a part of over the journey with EFM, where the local community can get involved in a truly unique health club concept – that being a fun and friendly atmosphere that is conducive to results.’

‘We’re looking forward to providing a fantastic ‘commercial gym’ alternative experience for all local residents with a completely inviting look and feel.’

'We're also backing up that promise with a 14 day money-back guarantee on all memberships, which means new members can take advantage of our Foundation Memberships to save money and try us out for 14 days to experience the EFM difference.'

'It places the onus right back on us to provide and enjoyable, results focussed program.'

For Foundation Membership enquiries, contact Peta and Steve on 0410 413 265, or you can visit the EFM Sydenham club website for further information on grand opening specials by clicking here.