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Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 28, 2015 — 21
Jetts – all about the people
Botany Junction
Botany
Highland Park
Highbrook
Howick
The big three for Aaron Hills and his team at Jetts Fitness in Botany Junction is cleanliness, community and culture. The motivated manager has done the rounds at Auckland’s big city fitness concepts specialising in boot camps, outdoor professional training as well as personal training. He was drawn to Jetts’ exceedingly flexible concept which allows members to work out at other centres across New Zealand without lock-in contracts. Aaron’s experience is a perfect fit for the gym’s clientele which ranges from local businesses and professionals to staff and students from nearby schools. Complementing this professionalism is his exceedingly strong focus on hygiene. “We always ensure our gym is clean and tidy for health reasons as well as for general appeal. When we have a clean gym both staff and members are likely to be happier and more in tune with their environment which contributes to an overall great experience.� When it comes to community and culture, Aaron is a big believer of interaction with staff and building a genuine relationship with club members.
A happy, friendly atmosphere is what manager Dayna Spiller and her team thrive on at Jetts Fitness in Botany Road. Having been involved with the Botany Road branch since the beginning, Dayna receives great satisfaction from seeing changes in members as they embark on their personal fitness journey. “I really enjoy seeing the positive transformation that people go through as they see more and more results and make choices that help them learn and grow.� The clued up local with a degree in business management, event management and personal training uses all the skills she has learnt to engage with her clients on a deeper level. “We set targets together and I monitor their progress on an emotional as well as physical level to ensure they’re happy with their progress and their entire well-being.� It is enhanced by Dayna’s dedication to building a happy and friendly environment so people can feel as if they are coming home every time they step into the gym. “I want it to be a meeting place for friends; working out is not a chore, but part of a fun, healthy and energised lifestyle.�
The atmosphere at Jetts Fitness in the revitalised Highland Park district (formerly Highland Park Home Centre) is always buzzing thanks to manager Emile Clayton. The former New Zealand representative in karate comes from a varied background in fitness including counselling and training professional rugby teams in his native South Africa. Locals may also recognise him from his time at the Jetts Fitness in Howick, where he was based for two years. “Fitness has always been as much a passion as a priority for me,� he says. Together with a friendly and knowledgeable team, Emile goes the extra mile to keep members on their toes. “We focus on keeping members interested and motivated with on-going events and in-club competitions. We’ve had great success ranging from fitness runs, nutrition seminars to Easter egg hunts in the gym.�
Manager Karlos Thomas completed the rounds at Jetts Fitness in Botany and Highland Park before finally settling in the Highbrook branch which was introduced more than a year ago. The former Pakuranga College student has always loved helping people and was an especially big help to his rugby peers during his schooldays. On completing his degree in sport and recreation, Karlos who joined Jetts Fitness as a member, enjoyed his experience so much he went on to work at the Botany and Highland Park branches. He enjoys seeing people return year after year to the gym and he and his pro-active team are big on guiding members. “If we spot someone with an incorrect technique we’ll approach them in a friendly manner so they can enhance their workout. After all, if they can improve their technique, the better their results, and we’re all about results.�
With experience gleaned from years of working at top gyms in the United Kingdom, manager Richard Clements knows that Jetts Fitness in Howick has all the makings of a stellar gym. A former New Zealand football representative, Richard has recently returned home from a stint of professional football in England and has always loved playing sport. The Howick-raised talent’s competitive streak partnered with a people personality is what keeps his gym members smiling and motivated. “I try to make the environment as enjoyable as possible for both members and staff and I love helping people set and achieve their goals. Working with a great team of trainers has improved the value of fitness at Jetts Howick.� In fact most find it easy to stay motivated with Richard around – through his support and encouragement, they realise their goals are achievable. Now comfortably located in Howick’s Picton Street, Jetts Fitness Howick has been a local favourite ever since it was based in The Terraces in Wellington Street.
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