Coaches – Catalyst Strength

meet our coaches

Jeremy Fraser

owner and head coach

Coaching Experience

Coached hundreds of competitive powerlifters (a lot of them through their first competition and beyond) as well as multiple national champions and/or national record setters across Australia and New Zealand within drug tested federations.
Coached multiple nationally competitive NZ bodybuilders.
Coached numerous, non-competitive individuals through strength and muscle gain and fat loss journeys.

General history

I have been interested in the science of nutrition and training since I was about 14, which eventually led me to study at Massey University, Palmerston North, NZ, and complete my Master of Science (in powerlifting programming). It was out of passion rather than a search for a specific job, and was the right move as it greatly improved my critical thinking and problem solving skills which have transferred very well to coaching athletes.

I started coaching powerlifters and bodybuilders in early 2014 part-time through my postgraduate study and then throughout 2015 during my Masters, under the brand Catalyst Strength and Physique Coaching. In 2016 I moved to Hobart and expanded the business to in-person as well as online through gyms such as StompFitness and GTT Performance Centre. At GTT, my friend Daniel Reardon and I created Hobart Powerlifting Club in 2019 to host drug tested competitions, which we now host at Catalyst Strength as our Australian Powerlifting Alliance affiliated powerlifting club.

My passions are to develop individuals’ strength and physique through refined, high quality online and in person coaching here at Catalyst Strength. I am heavily interested in both the newer lifter who has an interest in development, as well as those who are highly advanced and looking to place at National level competition and beyond.

qualifications

Master of Science, Merit (Exercise and Sports Science) which specialised inautoregulation for powerlifting programming.
Bachelor of Science, First Class Honours (Exercise and Sports Science) which specialised in blood flow-restriction training as an alternative to heavy training. You can read about that here.
Bachelor of Science (Human Nutrition and Exercise and Sports Science)
Top 10% GPA in Human Nutrition major.

personal competitive highlights

Current competition PBs are 205kg squat, 134kg bench and 252.5kg deadlift in the 83kg class.
NZPF National records in the squat (172.5kg), deadlift (215kg), and total (495kg) in the 66kg junior class from 2016-2018.
2nd in the 66kg junior class at the Oceania Powerlifting Champs 2016 / 2nd at NZPF Nationals 2016 (66jr) / 3rd at NZPF Nationals 2014 (74jr).

interviews

pricing

Pricing for our coaching packages start from about $40/week, and range all the way up to $400 per week.

These are separate to the gym membership pricing which you can find here.

Each individual coach has their own pricing structure.

nickola orr

strength coach

overview

@fitnickpt

Coached clients towards healthier functioning bodies, pain management and recovery within and outside of the gym.
Coached athletes to a national, and international level in the sport of Strongman.
Coached clients towards powerlifting competitions across multiple levels, including beginners to advanced.

General history

I’ve spent a lot of my life thinking I was an unathletic person, feeling fundamentally confused about how to fuel and use my body. When I discovered strength training 5 years ago, I was revolutionised by the idea that my body was not as useless as I had always expected, and this led me down the rabbit hole of learning all about strength training, and living a healthier life.

Through my journey, I have competed nationally in Strongman and Powerlifting, and have done what I can to give back to those communities that helped me find my place and my people.

Coaching is an opportunity to help offer people the guidance that I sought when I was starting my journey, and is an opportunity to work with YOU and YOUR unique needs and unique body to help empower you, where-ever you’re at, and whatever your goals may be; from gardening into old age, to competing in strength sports within and beyond a national level.

You might realise you’re stronger than you think.

qualifications

Certificate III in Fitness
Certificate IV in Fitness
Unconventional Training Academy Kettlebells 1&2
Zero Weakness Coaching Development Program
MST Systems 12 Module Strength & Conditioning, Periodisation, Anatomy & Biomechanics Course

personal competitive highlights

Current Competition PB’s are 185kg Squat, 100kg Bench, 210kg Deadlift in the U84kg Class, and 78kg Log and 130kg Atlas Stone in the u72kg Class
2nd at Australian Powerlifting Alliance Nationals 2024 in the u84kg Class
Current Female State Tested Deadlift Record Holder
Current Junior World Record Holder in the Silver Dollar Deadlift of 300kg at u82kg

pricing

Pricing for our coaching packages start from about $40/week, and range all the way up to $400 per week.

These are separate to the gym membership pricing which you can find here.

Each individual coach has their own pricing structure.

emma maingay

strength coach

overview

@em_strengthandperformance

Coaching since 2021, helping clients improve strength, mobility, and movement quality while managing pain and fatigue.
Experience adapting training for individuals with chronic pain, fatigue, and mobility challenges.
Worked with clients preparing for and recovering from top surgery.
Ran a strength training group for adults over 50, focusing on bone density, confidence, and injury prevention.
Helped clients improve performance in their sports through strength training.
Worked alongside physios to support client rehabilitation and training goals.

General history

I believe strength training is for everyone. It’s about building a strong, capable body that supports you in daily life and athletic performance. Whether your goal is longevity, pain management, energy, or sports performance, I take a holistic, science-based approach that adapts to your needs. Movement quality, recovery, and overall well-being are just as important as the training itself.

Since 2021, I’ve coached individuals and small groups, helping people gain confidence in movement and build lasting strength. I focus on making training approachable and empowering, to help you progress and achieve your goals while understanding how to train effectively. I’m currently completing a Master of Sport Science, with an interest in the development and participation of women in sport. I’m passionate about helping people build stronger, more resilient bodies, whether for sport or everyday life.

qualifications

Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training)
Graduate Certificate in Strength & Conditioning
Currently completing a Master of Applied Sport Science
Unconventional Training Academy- Kettlebells 1&2
Unconventional Training Academy- Mobility

Your training should work for you. Whether you’re an athlete looking to improve performance, someone managing pain or fatigue, or just wanting to build long-term strength, I’ll help you train in a way that is sustainable, adaptable, and empowering.

pricing

Pricing for our coaching packages start from about $40/week, and range all the way up to $400 per week.

These are separate to the gym membership pricing which you can find here.

Each individual coach has their own pricing structure.

other team members

esther

Quality Control Officer

pumpkin

Mascot and Pest

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