Private Personal Coach Near Australia | Coach Taufa

As a 53 year old woman living with the long term effects of Cauda Equina Syndrome, my training goals are more about function over form. The programs that Palu designs and implements for me focus on strength, balance, stability and core. A five weekly cycle helps me build capacity (weeks 1-4) with a de-load week that supports recovery and keeps me injury free. A new program every 6 weeks means I never plateau. I have been training with Palu twice a week for several years and it has become my most consistent and important health investment. Sessions are frequently challenging but never unsafe. Palu listens to my feedback , keeps a close eye out for muscle fatigue and contracture and adapts my exercises when required. Training with Palu, I have continued to surpass the expectations of my medical team with functional capacity that on paper I simply should not be able to achieve, I would recommend Palu to anyone coming back from or living with serious injury/illness. The safe training space he creates will build your confidence while subtly testing and stretching your limits .

I’ve trained with a few PTs before, but none compare to this experience. Palu’s knowledge and experience are next level, and he brings such a great energy to every session that it never feels like a chore. It’s actually fun! Not only have I learned so much, but I’ve also seen more improvement in my physique than ever before. If you’re looking for real results with someone who knows their stuff and makes training enjoyable, I can’t recommend him highly enough.

Palu has been my coach for the past two years, and working with him has been one of the most rewarding parts of my fitness journey. Before we started, I’d never approached health and fitness with the level of sincerity and commitment I have now—and much of that is thanks to Palu. I knew I wanted to change my lifestyle, and he offered exactly what I needed: a consistent, compassionate accountability partner. His support goes far beyond just writing a new workout program every six weeks. Palu regularly checks in about my food habits, sleep, stress levels, and weekly workouts—not in a box-ticking way, but with genuine care. Our conversations are thoughtful and often lead to helpful resources and practical steps. What I appreciate most about Palu’s coaching style is how grounded and gentle it is. If I fall off track, he encourages me to start again without judgment. He doesn’t overwhelm with information, which was crucial for me as a beginner—it made the journey feel manageable. His belief in slow, sustainable progress really resonated with me and helped build long-term habits. Working with Palu has truly been life-changing. I wouldn’t hesitate for a second to recommend his expertise—and his steady friendship—to anyone who’s ready to make a real change.

When i arrived back in Sydney, my years living the London lifestyle of pints and pub foods was definitely showing. Despite having played team sports up to three times a week and regular gym attendance, I had managed to gain over 10 kilos. The dreaded "Heathrow Injection". When I joined Fitness First the day after I landed, I was offered an introductory deal involving three personal training sessions. I signed up with no intentions of continuing beyond the initial three. I initially approached these sessions with a dose of scepticism but by the third session with Palu I was hooked. I was put at ease by Palu's friendly, approachable nature. He was surprisingly mature and intelligent in his approach to training. His initial assessment identified that a previous ankle injury impacted my ability to complete certain exercises and then he adapted programs taking this into account. Regularly changing my program meant I was constantly challenging, interested and learning. Training with Palu changed my general approach to exercise. I learnt about the benefits of weight training, gaining confidence to train in the weights section on my own. From his holistic approach I examined what I was eating and started to understand that you can't out train a bad diet. We also went through different ways to keep motivated though I found a high 5 from Palu for a good week worked best for me. After a year training with Palu I was the lightest and leanest I had ever been. It is an amazing feeling to fit into clothes again that had been sitting in the cupboard for several years. The compliments when I next saw my friends from London was a significant confidence boost. Several years on I have made some other achievements and habits that the old me never thought possible. I regularly train before work, I have run a 10 kilometre race without stopping and I have completed a tough mudder event that was over 20 kilometres!

I started training with Palu Taufa because I wanted guidance, structure, and accountability in reaching my fitness goals. From day one, Palu made the process clear and approachable, with a style that’s both professional and motivating. My experience has been nothing but positive. Each session is challenging but achievable, and Palu has an amazing ability to push me just enough while keeping things enjoyable. He listens, adjusts the program to suit my needs, and brings a lot of energy and encouragement. Since training with Palu, I’ve noticed real results, not just physically in strength and fitness, but also in my confidence and mindset. I feel stronger, healthier, and far more consistent than I ever was on my own. I would highly recommend Palu to anyone looking for a trainer who truly cares about your progress. He’s knowledgeable, inspiring, and committed to helping you achieve your best. If you’re ready to make real changes and enjoy the process along the way, Palu is the trainer you want in your corner!

I first met Palu some 10-12 years ago when some of my family purchased a gift package from Fitness First which included 3 free sessions with a trainer . Since then I have continued training with him twice a week . Without doubt even though I am 12 years older now at 65 , I am in better shape than I was when I first started , stronger more , mobile and flexible . Palu has always structured my training according to my needs . I suffered a back injury in my early twenties which has plagued me for a long time , but with specific training Palu has been able to strengthen the lower back and core so that I rarely have any problems . Palu is very friendly and laid back , however will push you hard at training as needed .He has become a good friend and I look forward to our sessions . I would recommend Palu to anyone who is interested in improving their Fitness and Well being .

I trained with Palu for 11mths. My goals were to loose 6kgs, and tone up the body to fit back into my old clothes. I lost the first couple of kilos quite quickly with his guidance, and also changed my body from ‘soft’ within a few months. He has given me the confidence to navigate the gym equipment by myself as well as teaching me how to use it all. Palu took the time to understand my goals, my limitations, and more importantly, my lifestyle. The workouts were not difficult but I could see they were still challenging enough to be effective. I really appreciated they weren’t exercises that were beyond my capability or foreign to me. I have regained muscle and tone in my upper body and have lost cms off my waist, hips and thighs. Most importantly they have stayed off, without me having to miss out on social gatherings where there is food and alcohol. Palu is knowledgeable, motivating, and genuinely invested in my progress. His patience and calming influence gave me the ‘can do’ attitude. I never really enjoyed gym work outs, but now doing Palu’s program is one of the constants in my week and I always leave the gym with a better mental outlook and a sense of accomplishment. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to make a real, lasting change as it’s now been a month of me doing his program by myself and my weight is continuing to decrease, my lean body mass and muscle mass are both up (ie increased metabolism) and my overall body fat is still decreasing. This proves to me that his program works if you are willing to put in the effort