ALYSSA YEO
FOUNDER, OWNER &
PERSONAL TRAINER
Alyssa has always had an interest in living a healthy lifestyle and carved out her early career as a professional dancer.
After a stint working overseas, Alyssa moved back to Sydney in 2012 to pursue her goal of becoming a personal trainer. She landed a job with the YMCA and was given the opportunity to work with many diverse groups including new mums, older adults and children.
A move to the Illawarra in 2015 enabled Alyssa to open her own business in Russell Vale and follow her passion of helping busy parents find time to stay fit and healthy. In 2017, Alyssa took the opportunity to expand the business and Fit for Change now offers group fitness classes and personal training along the beautiful Thirroul Beach Reserve in Thirroul, NSW.
Alyssa's qualifications include - Certificate III, IV and Diploma in Fitness, Boxing Level 1 and 2, Older Adults Trainer Qualified, Child Trainer Qualified, Strength and Conditioning Level 1, Advanced Kettlebells Level 1 and 2, Pelvic Floor Level 1 & 2.
Alyssa runs the following classes each week:
Circuit (cardio) 6pm Mondays
Get Strong 6am Mondays, 9.20am Tuesdays & 6pm Wednesdays
Circuit (strength) 6am Thursdays & 9.20am Fridays
Running 6am Wednesdays
HIIT45 6am Fridays & 9.20am Thursdays
20:20:20 9.20am Mondays, 6am Tuesdays and 7am Saturdays
Glutes & Core 9.20am Wednesdays
MAX
FERRI
PERSONAL TRAINER & FITNESS OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Max’s journey in fitness began with a passion for helping people move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives. With experience in both personal training and gym operations, Max has built a career dedicated to improving, not only physical performance but overall wellbeing.
Max completed his Certificates III and IV in Fitness at UOW College, where he was taught and mentored by Alyssa Yeo — an experience that helped shape his approach to coaching and inspired him to pursue a career in the fitness industry. Since then, Max has continued to grow within the field, working as a trainer and gym administrator, where he plays an active role in both coaching and supporting the day-to-day operation of the gym.
Currently studying a Bachelor of Exercise Science, Max continues to expand his knowledge in strength, movement, and human performance. His coaching style focuses on functional training, technique, and consistency — empowering clients to develop lasting strength and confidence both in and out of the gym.
Max's qualifications include:
Certificate III & IV in Fitness (UOW College)
First Aid & CPR Certified
Currently completing Bachelor of Exercise Science
Max currently covers classes at Fit For Change for Alyssa and will take on a more permanent role in 2026 including coaching one on one and group Personal Training sessions.