Meet Coach Justin “Heardy”, ex-Navy PTI and strength coach at Nova Fitness Retreat. Known for structure, results, and a grounded approach to transformation.
Meet Coach Justin “Heardy”: Structured, Supportive, and Always Dialled In
His Credentials (Diploma of Fitness + Former Defence Force Physical Training Instructor + Diploma of Leadership & Management + Cert III & IV in Fitness + Level 1 ASCA Strength & Conditioning + Level 1 CrossFit + Level 1 PN Exercise Nutrition)
His Core Promise (He’s here to help you build something sustainable — strength, habits, and confidence that last long after the retreat ends.)
Justin’s training style is structured, clear, and grounded in fundamentals, but flexible enough to meet you where you’re at. Whether you’re stepping into your first strength session or looking to reset your routine, he creates an environment where you feel capable, supported, and challenged in the right way.
“I focus on building strength, resilience, and sustainable habits rather than quick fixes,” he says. “That way, progress lasts long after the session ends.”
From Navy training grounds to the retreat gym floor, Justin brings a calm, commanding presence. He’s not about noise or ego, just clarity, consistency, and getting the work done with purpose.
But it was becoming a Physical Training Instructor in the Royal Australian Navy that really shaped how he coaches. That role demanded structure, leadership, and the ability to support people through both physical and mental limits. It taught him to lead by example and to never underestimate the power of a
From Defence Force to Fitness Retreat
Before joining Nova Fitness Retreat, Justin spent a decade in the Navy, coaching everyone from elite performers to first-timers. After military life, he expanded his knowledge across multiple training environments, from CrossFit boxes like The Ground Australia to managing Paradise Gym in Bali.
That diverse experience helped him build a coaching philosophy that blends performance, mindset, and community. He credits the people he’s worked with – clients, mentors, and teammates – for shaping his approach: keep it structured, keep it honest, and always meet people where they are.
At Nova, Justin brings all of that into every session. He’s not the loudest voice in the room, but he’s the one you’ll trust when it’s time to level up.
