How Jett’s going from strength to strength

Performance coach and personal trainer Jett Bauer-Lodge shares how unique industry experiences with the Western Bulldogs helped him kickstart his career.

“I studied both my Bachelor of Exercise Science and my Graduate Certificate in Strength and Conditioning at Victoria University (VU).

"The two main reasons I chose VU are because I liked course structure of the VU Block Model® (where you study one subject at a time), and because the professional experience you gain is unparalleled.

"VU has great connections with high level sports clubs such as the Western Bulldogs, which allowed me to gain invaluable professional experience and further learn in this industry and specialisation.”

Learning from the pros

“During shadow shifts with the VFL and AFL programs at the Western Bulldogs as part of my Graduate Certificate in Strength and Conditioning, I was able to get an in-depth idea of what it’s like to be involved in a professional club.

Being around the coaching staff and seeing how they communicate and work collaboratively was also invaluable, and helped me to understand how to act in a professional environment.

“Overall, gaining experience in a high-performance environment is hugely important for future endeavours.”

Flexible study & better focus 

“I also liked being able to focus on one subject at a time (with the VU Block Model). This made time management a bit easier, even when assessments and content be can full of new concepts.

“Additionally, the flexibility in terms of scheduling extracurricular experiences was fantastic and made it easier to blend study with work and life commitments.”

Skills and experience for a high-performance career

“Since graduating, I am now a performance coach at Peak Performance HQ, working with both athletes and the general population. I also run a personal training business, and I am responsible for strength and conditioning at Crib Point Football Netball Club.

“I would recommend the graduate certificate to anyone who has an interest in specialising in strength and conditioning. The coursework and industry experience go hand in hand, and it really helps you navigate this complex field of sports science.

“My coaching philosophy is simple – build genuine relationships, produce effective training regimes to suit busy life schedules, and most importantly, create a positive environment to foster great life habits.”

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