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Coaches

Director | Sports Nutritionist | Exercise Scientist

Kole is a coach, sports nutritionist, and co-director at Optimum Nutrition and Training with a passion for helping people build strength, improve body composition, and take control of their training and nutrition.

With formal qualifications in Sport and Exercise Science, Applied Sport Science, and Human Nutrition, Kole combines academic knowledge with a practical, client-focused approach. His background in competitive bodybuilding and strength coaching gives him a deep understanding of the demands of both general and performance-based goals.

Kole works closely with a range of clients — from those stepping into the gym for the first time to athletes preparing for the stage or the ring. He believes coaching should be collaborative, structured, and built on trust.

His coaching areas include:

• Muscle growth & strength development

• Nutrition for fat loss, training performance & recovery

• Contest prep & athlete weight management

• Building sustainable training and nutrition habits

Kole’s approach is straightforward: create a plan that works, coach with care, and stay consistent. He’s invested in your progress and takes pride in seeing people develop confidence and control over their health.

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Michael is one of our Directors at ON&T and is widely recognized as one of Australia’s most sought-after contest prep coaches. He has guided hundreds of athletes to the stage, producing multiple professional competitors across both male and female divisions.

With a strong background in athlete development, Michael has designed and implemented advanced athlete management systems to track progress from start to finish — ensuring every phase of prep is data-driven and personalized.

Michael has also served as the National Promoter for Australian Natural Bodybuilding, delivering shows across multiple states and earning the respect of his peers throughout the industry.

A true student of the sport, Michael not only coaches at the highest level but continues to compete himself — bringing firsthand experience and passion to everything he does.

Luke has spent many years in the fitness industry and brings a wealth of hands-on experience to everything he does. A competitive bodybuilder as well as a dedicated marathon runner and running coach, Luke understands training across the full spectrum — from building muscle and strength to endurance and performance.

A long-standing member of the Optimum Nutrition & Training team, Luke is known for the energy he brings to our hybrid classes, combining strength and conditioning to get the very best out of everyone he trains. He has a real talent for teaching and coaching groups, making every session both challenging and rewarding.

For Luke, fitness isn’t just a career — it’s a way of life. He truly lives and breathes the lifestyle he coaches, leading by example every single day. Away from the gym, Luke is a proud father of two beautiful girls.

Maeve founded Optimum Nutrition & Training in 2018 and has since dedicated her time to helping as many people as she can while building a team to support her mission. Maeve is a passionate and driven Clinical Nutritionist and Coach who believes that a holistic approach to wellness is essential to achieve goals and strive for optimum health. Maeve understands that health is not a one size fits all model and makes it her mission to educate people rather than just treat them. She is a captivating speaker and presenter having spoken for a variety of organizations and has contributed to several publications.

With a bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Medicine Maeve can assist with a wide array of health concerns from nutritional deficiencies, fatigue, digestion, and gut health. However, Maeve specializes in:

• Sports Nutrition
• Weight Management (weight gain/loss, re-composition)
• Pre-conception & Pregnancy
• Nutritional & Meal Planning

As a coach Maeve enjoys working with an array of clients from physique competitors and performance athletes to everyday parents’ individuals just wanting to feel like the best version of themselves. Maeve is committed to keeping up to date with the latest research and information and lives the lifestyle she promotes. In her downtime you will find her training, recipe developing, reading, and spending much cherished time with family & friends.