Who is behind Third Age Fitness?

Trudi Edmeades

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Carol and Trudi are a mother-daughter team based in Melbourne, Australia, dedicated to promoting health and happiness for older adults through exercise. This is delivered through a combination of resources and workouts for older adults, as well as information and training for the fitness instructors who serve them.


Unparalleled experience

With over 60 years of combined experience in the fitness industry, Carol and Trudi have honed their skills in various environments and roles. This wealth of experience translates into - 


  • Expert-led training programs

  • Innovative exercise techniques tailored for older adults

  • A deep understanding of the physiological and psychological aspects of aging


Both Carol and Trudi hold Certificate III/IV in Fitness and Certificate IV in Training & Assessment. They have also completed additional courses in areas such as Pilates, Pelvic Floor Fitness, Understanding Dementia, and Weight Loss Management to enhance their knowledge and skills in working with older populations.


At Third Age Fitness, Carol and Trudi aim to provide - 


  • Fitness programs tailored for older adults

  • Engaging techniques to keep participants motivated

  • Accredited workshops and online courses for fitness professionals

  • A supportive environment for personal growth


Their goal is to help older adults maintain strength, independence, and an active lifestyle, regardless of age or current fitness level. Carol and Trudi are committed to sharing their knowledge and passion for older adult fitness with both seniors and fitness professionals looking to specialise in this area.


Third Age Fitness is an independent family-owned business that allows Carol and Trudi to maintain the highest standards of integrity and focus solely on what’s best for older adults and the professionals who serve them.


Accredited training for fitness professionals

Third Age Fitness doesn’t just serve older adults directly; we’re also committed to elevating the standard of older adult fitness instruction across the industry. Their training courses for fitness professionals are recognised and accredited by leading bodies - 


  • Physical Activity Australia

  • AUSactive

  • FITREC

  • NZ Reps

  • BCRPA

  • SPRA


These accreditations underscore the quality and relevance of their educational offerings.


Comprehensive Resources

Carol and Trudi have developed an extensive range of resources for both older adults and fitness professionals -


  • Online training courses

  • Mentoring programs

  • Circuit cards

  • Class plans

  • DVDs

  • Live Classes

  • Online memberships

  • Informative website content


These tools empower fitness instructors to provide outstanding experiences for their older adult participants.

Carol and Trudi’s expertise, qualifications, and dedication make Third Age Fitness a beacon in the world of older adult fitness. Their comprehensive approach to training both older adults and fitness professionals ensures that the benefits of their expertise ripple out far beyond their immediate reach. For anyone looking to excel in older adult fitness instruction or for seniors seeking expert-guided fitness programs, Third Age Fitness stands as the gold standard in the industry.

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