Sherly Muijselaar
Online Trainer & Assessor
Personal TrainerNutrition & DieteticsRemedial Massage TherapistGymnastics CoachMountain Biking Enthusiast
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Shirley is an experienced health and fitness professional with a diverse background in personal training, nutrition, remedial massage and sports coaching. Her passion for movement and fitness began at a young age through competitive gymnastics. She later transitioned into coaching gymnastics in both the Netherlands and Australia, developing a strong foundation in movement, strength, technique and helping others build confidence in their physical abilities.
Building on her passion for health and fitness, Shirley runs a small business combining personal training, nutrition and remedial massage, with a particular focus on rehabilitation and recovery. She enjoys working closely with clients, helping them regain strength, improve mobility and build confidence through personalised exercise programs. Alongside her practical industry experience, Shirley has worked in vocational education, training and assessing students across fitness, nutrition and remedial massage qualifications. Shirley believes in a holistic and individualised approach to health and fitness, empowering people to move better, feel stronger and enjoy an active lifestyle.
Current Role at NHFA
As an Online Trainer and Assessor at the National Health and Fitness Academy (NHFA), Shirley supports students completing their Certificate III and IV in Fitness qualifications. Drawing on her experience as a personal trainer, business owner and gymnastics coach, she brings practical, real-world knowledge into her teaching and assessment. She enjoys helping students connect the theory behind exercise and training with the skills needed to work confidently with clients.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Health Science – Nutrition & DieteticsC
- Certificate IV in Fitness
- Certificate III in Fitness
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
- Diploma of Remedial Massage
- Diploma of Nursing
Personal Touch
Originally from the Netherlands, Shirley has a love for travel and adventure, having explored many parts of the world. She enjoys discovering new places, experiencing different cultures and embracing new challenges. Outside of work, Shirley is passionate about mountain biking, going to the gym and staying active. She loves the combination of adventure, physical challenges and spending time outdoors, whether that’s exploring new mountain bike trails or working on her own strength and fitness in the gym.