ROAR Active and ROAR MMA are proud to announce that 25 members of our team have been nominated in the 2026 Health & Fitness Acknowledgement Awards, a statewide celebration recognising excellence across the Western Australian fitness industry.
The awards, presented at the Thrive Gala 2026, recognise standout gyms, coaches, trainers and leaders who are making a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of their communities.
With nominees across gym leadership, coaching, community impact and athlete development, the recognition reflects the strength of the ROAR community and the passionate professionals who support our members every day.
Members and supporters can help recognise their efforts by voting in the awards.
👉 Vote here: https://form.typeform.com/to/vzMz6C8h
Celebrating Excellence
Across our clubs, programs and coaching teams, ROAR continues to focus on delivering a high-quality training experience built around community, coaching expertise and results-driven programming.
Being nominated across such a broad range of categories highlights the incredible people behind the brand, from gym managers and trainers to group fitness instructors and online coaches.
Whether it’s helping members reach their goals, building strong communities through fitness or leading innovative programs like RFX, these nominations reflect the dedication of the people who make ROAR what it is.
Your 2026 Award Nominees
Below are the nominees representing the ROAR community at the 2026 Health & Fitness Acknowledgement Awards.
| Category | Nominee |
|---|---|
| Gym | ROAR Active |
| CrossFit Gym | RFX |
| Independent Gym / Studio | ROAR MMA |
| Fitness Community | ROAR Active |
| Fitness Community | ROAR MMA |
| Independent Group Fitness Leader | ROAR MMA |
| Fitness Event Organiser | James Burns – RFX Series |
| Gym Owner | Amanda Munrowd |
| Gym Owner | Kane Stone |
| Woman in Fitness Leader | Amanda Munrowd |
| Gym Manager | Brent Dawkins |
| Gym Manager | Kristel Daniela-Cruz |
| Gym Manager | Daniel Peeney |
| Gym Manager | Cassie Butler |
| Trainer | Carly Stokes |
| Trainer | Boo Barraclough |
| Trainer | Chrissoula D’Orsogna |
| Group Fitness Instructor | Zoey Jardine |
| Group Fitness Instructor | Ryan Vandenhoff |
| Online Fitness Coach | Boo Barraclough |
| Online Fitness Coach | Carly Stokes |
| Online Fitness Coach | Alice Webster |
| Online Fitness Coach | Georgia Vas |
| Bodybuilding Prep Coach | Coy Jennings |
| Rising Star | Kai Hawkins |
Support Your Community
The Health & Fitness Acknowledgement Awards celebrate the people who inspire others to live healthier lives. Many of the nominees work directly with ROAR members every day, supporting their training, recovery and overall wellbeing.
These nominations represent the collective effort of the entire ROAR community. To everyone who trains with us, competes with us or supports our programs, thank you for being part of what makes ROAR special.
If you have trained with any of the nominees or been part of the ROAR community, we encourage you to show your support by casting your vote.
Voting is open now and takes less than a minute.
👉 Vote for the ROAR nominees:
https://form.typeform.com/to/vzMz6C8h