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Personal training works out for Pru!

Personal trainer Pru Drago is pumped after being recognised for her stellar efforts.

The Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) employee can’t wipe the smile off her face after being crowned the Leader Community News best personal trainer of the southeast.

“I have been feeling so loved. It’s such a happy and positive moment,” she said.

Pru has kept her clients fit and healthy during lockdown thanks to popular online sessions via both PARC Your Way and Zoom.

PARC Your Way can be accessed via PARC’s website and includes numerous free videos covering fitness, nutrition, yoga and more to help people reach their goals.

Pru said the online platforms had been critical during lockdown to retain connections and keep up motivation.

She enjoys seeing people develop a passion for health and achieve their fitness targets.

“It’s having a goal, working towards the goal and seeing people’s love of grow. It’s really exciting to see people fall in love with exercise.”

Peninsula Leisure CEO, Tim Gledhill, praised Pru for receiving the award, adding: “We’re so proud of her achievements, she really deserves this recognition from her clients.

“Pru is a fantastic personal trainer and well-loved within the PARC community. I’ve been a client of hers for years and can vouch for her incredible ability to creative diverse and tailored sessions that really push you while still having fun.”

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Get ready to dive into fun at PARC! 🐬 

School Holidays are just around the corner, so if you’re looking for a great day out with the kids, head on down to PARC and check out all the fun we have in store: 

🪼 Our inflatable obstacle course, Splash Island (bookings essential) 
🐠 Rafter waterslides 
🐙 Aquatic Playground 
🐳 Scavenger Hunt 
🪸 Balloon entertainment and face painting 
🦀 Prizes and giveaways 

Our school holiday program will run from Monday 21 September – Friday 2 October, excluding the Grand Final public holiday. Visit our website to learn more about pricing and booking.
Happy Father's Day! 💙

We hope all the legendary dads and father figures in our community have a great day. 

Make sure to grab a savoury muffin and small coffee for $10 while you're in Centre today!
Need a last minute gift for Father's Day? 🎁

Gift a timeless tribute of your loved one in the form of a tree and plaque at Rotary Peninsula 2.0’s 2026 Birth Tree, and give the new Dad in your life memories to share and enjoy with his mini me forever. 

By participating in the Birth Tree, your contribution will go directly to funding Infant Can Swim water safety programs.

Buy your Birth Tree name via the link in our bio.
The Feel Good Challenge kicks off on Monday! 

This challenge is for members who are looking for support with strength training, mobility and nutrition to help you feel stronger, move better and improve your quality of life, through perimenopause and menopause. 

Thinking about joining? There's still time to sign up! Head to the Small Group Training page on our website, or speak to a member of our Gym staff when in Centre. 

If you’d like to learn more about the challenge, you can read our blog via the link in our bio.
Father's Day Cafe Special ☕️🥯

To celebrate all the special Dads and Father Figures in our life, we will be running a cafe special this Sunday 6 September.

Come down to Centre and enjoy a savoury muffin and small coffee for $10. 
Choose from: 

🥓 Egg, bacon, cheese and relish muffin
🍳 Egg, halloumi, spinach & avocado muffin
One week until the Feel Good Challenge kicks off! 💪🥳 

The strategies that worked during your 20s and 30s may not support you like they used to. Our Feel Good Challenge is designed to support members experiencing perimenopause and menopause, focusing on strength and mobility training, nutrition and recovery, to help you thrive in this next stage of life. 

To learn more about the challenge, or to join, head to our website or speak to one of our friendly Gym staff members next time you're in Centre.
Get moving with James Wizz! 🏋️‍♀️

Meet James, one of our incredible group exercise instructors, and winner of Group Exercise Employee of the Year at our 2026 Celebrating Success Awards Night! 

James loves helping people discover the power of strength training and finding the right balance; challenging yourself while having fun and supporting each other along the way. James teaches Bodypump and Strength and Development - expect good vibes, motivating music and expert coaching through controlled reps and longer recoveries. 

His classes are always a favourite among members, so if you get the chance, book into one of his sessions and experience the fun for yourself.
Don’t forget to complete our Customer Satisfaction Survey! 

Our survey will close this Sunday 30 August, and we would love to hear your thoughts on your experiences at PARC. 

The survey should take only around 10 minutes to complete, and you will also go into the draw to win 1 of 3 $100 Rebel vouchers. 

Complete the survey via the link in our bio. 

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