Sydney Health Coaching

About Me

My Name is Dave

I believe that health should be a way of life, not a 6-week challenge. My goal is to get all my clients strong, healthy and injury-free. I encourage a holistic approach to health that includes improving strength and mobility, and proper nutrition.

I am a former high school teacher and previously competed in triathlons for over 20 years, from sprint to Ironman distance. I live in Inner West Sydney and enjoy yoga, surfing, and riding around the bay with my wife and two sons.

A common misconception is that you need to ‘get fit’ before commencing personal training. I work with clients who have not exercised in 10+ years. We start slowly, and build strength as your fitness improves. 

If you have any health matters you would like to discuss, please contact me using the details at the bottom of this page.

Qualifications:

Cert. IV Fitness (Master Trainer)

B. Applied Science (Sport Mgt.)

Grad. Dip. Education (PDHPE)

Dip. Remedial Massage

Professional memberships:

Fitness Australia

Artie and Greg after their first 5km mud run. March 2025

What we offer

Personal Training

Our Personal Trainers help you achieve your fitness, health and weight loss goals and reach the full potential of your body and mind. Our sessions are located at Balmain Sports Medicine. We specialise in:

  • One-on-one training.

  • Runners, cyclists and triathletes.

  • People who have never exercised before, or not for a long time

  • Overweight clients who don’t know where to start

  • Older people who want to improve not just their life span, but their health span.

Health Coaching

Our health coaches specialise in transforming the lives of overweight or unhealthy people. We guide you through every step to achieve optimal health and maintain it with ease.

  • We take a snapshot of your current lifestyle and examine everything from diet and exercise, to stress levels and your sleeping habits

  • We educate and motivate you and your family to enable you to make the best choices and develop the healthiest routines

  • We’re hands on! We come to your house and even take you grocery shopping.

David C at his first powerlifting competition at age 71. September 2025

Client Testimonials

“I have been training with Dave for 4 years and feel fitter and stronger than ever”.

Dr. N (General Practitioner). Age 53

“I met Dave nearly 5 years ago when i was suffering chronic pain. I had poor mobility and little motivation to extend myself physically of mentally. Dave has changed my life giving me strength, flexibility and emotional spirit. He is a unique and dedicated professional who I can’t recommend strongly enough”

D. Male. Age 72

“I used to have to walk sideways up and down stairs. After my first session I can walk stairs normally”

A. Female. Age 54

I have been training with Dave for years, mostly in his classes and I absolutely love them. He tailors every session to suit different levels/abilities whilst ensuring we are using the correct technique. Dave has always gone above and beyond to support me which has made such a positive impact on my fitness, day to day life and mental wellbeing. Dave has helped me feel fitter, healthier, and most importantly, able to keep up with the kids”

Y. Female. Age 34

A-Z of lockdown fun

Coach Dave making the most of Covid lockdown. October 2021