EFM Health Clubs

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.

There was a great turnout for the EFM Tennis Day on Sunday 1st March. 15 doubles teams took to the Melbourne Park courts and enjoyed a morning of friendly competition. It was a great way to play at the best tennis venue in the world.
 

We also had former Australian professional, Wayne Arthurs come along to the event, Wayne had a world high ranking of 44, and competed in all grand slams and played Davis Cup for Australia. So there was a few happy tennis buffs hitting up with the best.

EFMs own Mark Kennewel and Craig Ryan claimed a few games in a exhibition match against Arthurs and lucky members. But the most fun was had by the kids as they had some coaching from the man himself.

Looking forward to a bigger and better event next year.

The winners of the annual 2008 EFM Franchisee of The Year awards were announced at the EFM state conferences on October 19th and 26th. Tarkin Brown from EFM Bowden took out the prestigious EFM National Franchisee of The Year award. The Franchisee of The Year award is the pinnacle of the EFM business and the most sought after award by Franchisees. The awards are judged on a number of factors including membership growth, contribution to the EFM team, member results, member participation in EFM events (e.g. City-Bay (SA) & Run for the Kids (Vic)) and alignment with group initiatives.

The National Franchisee of The Year is chosen from a select group of finalists.

2008 EFM Franchisee of The Year Winners:

National Franchisee of The Year: Tarkin Brown EFM Bowden

SA Franchisee of The Year: Rocco Pascale EFM Flinders Park & EFM Underdale

VIC Franchisee of The Year: Ty Menzies EFM Frankston

2008 Franchisee of The Year finalists:

Tarkin Brown - EFM Bowden (SA)

Rocco Pascale - EFM Flinders Park & EFM Underdale (SA)

Ben & Tammy Flannagan - EFM Stonyfell (SA)

Paul & Lindy Adolphi - EFM Bedford Park (SA)

Chris & Kelly French – EFM City North Terrace (SA)

Kirri Selover – EFM Unley (SA)

Ty Menzies – EFM Frankston (VIC)

Nathan Louey – EFM Hawthorn Cato St (VIC)

Craig Ryan – EFM Dandenong (VIC)