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NHFA Expands to Melbourne’s North: Introducing Our New Preston Training Location

NHFA Preston Victoria

We’re excited to share some big news: NHFA has officially opened a new training location in Preston, inside Goodlife Health Clubs Preston, bringing our industry-leading practical education even closer to aspiring fitness professionals across Melbourne’s north.

This expansion marks another important step in our mission to make high-quality, mentor-supported fitness education accessible to more students, no matter where they live, work, or train.

Why Preston?

Preston has become one of Melbourne’s most vibrant and fast-growing hubs for health, fitness, and community. With a diverse and active population, strong transport links, and a growing number of fitness facilities, it’s the perfect home for NHFA’s next campus location.

For students based in Preston, Thornbury, Reservoir, Coburg, Northcote, and surrounding areas, this new location provides easier access to in-person learning, practical coaching sessions, and a supportive training environment that reflects exactly what it’s like to work in the industry.

Inside Our New Preston Location

Our Preston practical training sessions will be hosted inside Goodlife Health Clubs Preston – a modern, spacious, and fully equipped facility that gives students the ideal setting to develop their skills.

This world-class training facilities includes:

  • A wide range of strength and conditioning equipment
  • Functional training zones
  • Cardio areas
  • Mobility and stretching spaces
  • A dynamic environment that mirrors real industry workplaces

Students completing their Certificate III & IV in Fitness will gain hands-on experience in world class training facilities, using leading industry-standard equipment, learning from experienced NHFA Coaches, and developing their confidence in a live, giving them the skills and exposure early in their careers to be able to walk the walk and talk the talk with world class training facilities.

What This Means for New and Current Students

Whether you’re just starting your fitness career or continuing your journey toward becoming a Personal Trainer, Preston offers:

More Accessibility

  • A convenient location for students who live and work in Melbourne’s inner-north.

More Flexibility

  • Additional practical session options as part of our growing Victoria campus locations.

More Opportunity

  • A chance to learn in a thriving fitness community with potential career pathways, local gym connections, and new industry relationships.

Our goal is simple: to remove barriers, create pathways, and deliver an experience where students feel supported from day one to graduation and long after they’ve entered the industry.

Growing With Our Community

Every new NHFA location represents more than a training space. It’s a commitment to investing in local communities, partnering with quality fitness facilities, and ensuring our students can learn in environments that inspire growth.

Preston joins our expanding list of Victorian training locations, reinforcing our dedication to providing accessible, hands-on education guided by real industry professionals.

Ready to Start Your Fitness Career in Preston?

If you live in or around Melbourne’s north and have been waiting for the right time or the right location, this is it.

Whether your goal is to become a Group Fitness Instructor, PT, online coach, or specialist trainer, NHFA’s Certificate III & IV in Fitness programs will give you the skills, confidence, and industry experience to begin strong.


Ready to set your goals?

Talk with an NHFA Course Advisor

Whether you’re beginning your studies or expanding your fitness career, our Course Advisors can guide you to reach your next goal.

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