Outdoor fitness training services have become increasingly popular throughout Australia over the past decade, and concurrently, our urban environments have encountered challenges associated with population growth and climate change. As the community becomes more conscious of protecting the quality of our environment, there is also a need to maintain fair access and opportunity to use public space in a positive and responsible manner.

Fitness Australia supports the growing prevalence of professional outdoor fitness training services and is committed to voicing this support and position to government, related stakeholders and the community. In recent years, the development of local government regulations for outdoor training services in some municipalities have negatively impacted on service provision, participation and community engagement in physical activity. However, feedback received through Fitness Australia business members and registrants has led to a clearer understanding of the factors surrounding the issue and the potential for an improved outcome.

Fitness Australia believes that sensible regulation of services is possible and could be achieved through consultation and collaboration with the health and fitness industry association. The Fitness Australia position statement on the Provision of Fitness Training Services in Public Areas outlines the key principles and recommendations that can help guide local governments with policy development. It is envisaged that this statement and subsequent consultation and representation will positively impact on future regulation and provision of high quality, safe and professional outdoor fitness training services.

Click here to view Fitness Australia's Position Statement on the Provision of Fitness Training Services in Public Areas.

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