Lilydale, VICPersonal trainer5(19)
- Weight Loss
- Strength & Conditioning
- Athletic Performance
- Free consultation
- Private studio
- Online coaching
- Nutrition support
- Cert IV Personal Training (Matt)
View more about Assist Personal Training
- About
Assist Personal Training is a private 1-on-1 personal training studio in Lilydale specialising in personalised training, nutrition and lifestyle coaching. Founded by Matt & Annette Shepherd, they offer tailored programs addressing mindset, nutrition and behavioural changes for lasting transformations.
- Qualifications
- Cert IV Personal Training (Matt)
- Cert III & IV Fitness (Annette)
- Strength & Conditioning Coach (Matt)
- Multiple fitness, nutrition and wellness certifications
- Mentored under Dr Paul Cribb (Metabolic Precision Level 4)
- Mentored by Mark Ottobre (Wolf Pack Program 2015-2016)
- Experience
17+ years. Matt certified as a personal trainer in 2007 after a career change from landscaping. Started at Fenix Fitness Mooroolbark in 2008 where he met Annette. Together they merged their PT businesses as Assist Personal Training in 2012 and relocated to their private studio in Lilydale. Matt has coached professional athletes including SEABL players and wheelchair basketballers. Annette won National Lifestyle Transformation awards and has coached clients to achieve significant transformations (e.g., 69kg weight loss, marathon completion).
- Specialisations
Weight Loss, Strength & Conditioning, Athletic Performance, Nutrition & Lifestyle Coaching, Post-Natal, Injury Recovery / Rehab
- Training methods
One-on-One Personal Training, Functional Training, Strength Training
- Where they train
Private Studio, Online
- Ideal for
Weight loss clients, Athletes and sports performers, Post-Natal clients, Injury recovery / rehabilitation clients, Busy professionals, Mindset-focused clients
- Pricing
Discovery session: Complimentary (valued at $185); Specific session pricing: Not explicitly stated on website
- Free offers and trials
Complimentary Discovery Session valued at $185 (no purchase commitment - to determine if services are a good fit)
- Online coaching
Offers online health coaching through 'Breathe Nourish Grow' membership platform. Online workshops and courses available including Mind + Body Lifestyle Overhaul. Distance-based clients can access coaching and support online.
- Nutrition
Full nutrition coaching and personalised meal planning. Focus on addressing inflammatory foods, creating sustainable dietary changes, and integrating nutrition with training and mindset work. Described as 'truly holistic approach' including nutrition, training, coaching, wellness and healing.
- Facilities
Private studio environment at Lilydale Basketball Stadium. Described as 'an entire training studio just for you' - all sessions by appointment only, not shared gym space.
- Practical
- Booking: Online booking system (website has booking links), phone consultation available
- Address
Hutchinson St, Lilydale VIC 3140
- Team
- Matt Shepherd
- Annette Shepherd
- Client testimonials
“Thanks for everything! You guys are awesome! All your guidance and wisdom has helped me to achieve this. While it is easy to take our health for granted, it is important to remember that not everyone has the ability to exercise, so having the choice really is a privilege”
“Dreams…they can come true! Staying accountable to a professional is undeniably the key. The big difference for me is the level of care you've given me. I've worked with people before where the care was missing. Not the case with you guys… thank you x”
“The most pivotal year of my basketball career to date happened when I began training with Matt at the commencement of my first SEABL season. I can't thank Assist PT enough for their continued support”