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A Bit About Me
Ian O'Dwyer, known as OD, has a diverse 30-year career in movement and fitness. As a Movement Coach, Sports Conditioner, Personal Trainer, Body Worker, Global Educator, Author, and Mentor, he's renowned for his holistic approach.
Leading the OD on Movement Performance Studio for 24 years in Queensland, he's also a pivotal figure in global fitness education, notably with PT on the Net and as a co-founder of PTA Global. Currently, he co-leads Feel SOMA, blending innovation with a deep understanding of movement and tissue conditioning.
Ian's inclusive, practical and enjoyable coaching focuses on emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual growth, offering transformative experiences. His ability to connect, observe, and inspire instant change in individuals and teams is celebrated worldwide, making him a respected and beloved figure in the industry.
Achievements
Youth Coach of the Year
Sep 2017
AFL Sunshine Coast
Youth Coach of the Year
Sep 2015
AFL Sunshine Coast
John Bain Memorial Award
Sep 2014
Noosa AFL Seniors "Significant Contribution"
John Bain Memorial Award
Sep 2011
Noosa AFL Seniors "Significant Contribution"
Youth Coach of the Year
Sep 2009
AFL Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Fitness Professional of the Year
Dec 2004
CSIT Summit
Certified Personal Trainer
Jan 2002
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Fitness Instructor of the Year
Oct 1999
Royal Lifesaving Society of Australia
Work History
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Co Founder
Jul 2017 - Current
feelSOMA - Self Osteo Myofascial Applications
Founder and Vice President Global Relationships
Jan 2008 - Dec 2014
PTA Global
Global Presenting
Jan 2004 - Current
See Achievements for more information
Educator/Facilitator/Consultant/Author
Jan 2002 - Current
OD on Movement
Founder/Director
Apr 1999 - Current
OD on Movement
Owner/Personal Trainer/Movement Coach
Jan 1999 - Dec 2014
Fitness Personally
Global Presenting and Workshop
Jan 1988 - Current
Various (see Achievements for more information)
Functional Strength and Conditioning Coach
Jan 1987 - Current
Various Elite Athletes
Compliance
CPR
First Aid
Insurance
Police Check
WWCC
Education
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Fitness Conference
Nov 2017
FitEx
LEVEL B
Immersion 1
Nov 2017
SOMA
LEVEL B
ODoM Mentorship
Aug 2017
OD on Movement
LEVEL B
Movement to Optimise Quality of Life
Jul 2017
OD on Movement
LEVEL B
Motion, Tissue, Emotion, Injury, Change
Jul 2017
OD on Movement
LEVEL B
Tools of the Trade
May 2017
Career Fitness
LEVEL B
FILEX
Apr 2017
Network
LEVEL B
ODoM Mentorship
Mar 2017
OD on Movement
LEVEL B
Motion, Tissue, Emotion, Injury, Change
Feb 2017
OD on Movement
LEVEL B
FILEX
Apr 2016
Network
LEVEL B
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Sebastian Wegener
Manager
Fitness First Germany
May 2017
Ian is an inspirational and very knowledgeable mentor for me.
Ian and PTA Global played a major role in revolutionizing the Training Department within Fitness First Germany. He inspired my colleagues and myself to implement the PTAG principles which in turn had a huge impact on our business – on the internal and external perception as well as in terms of revenue.
In 2011, I took part in his mentorship in Noosa Heads. Three days of intense learning, self-reflection and last but not least - lots of fun!
I can highly recommend Ian as a presenter, consultant and mentor!
Ian and PTA Global played a major role in revolutionizing the Training Department within Fitness First Germany. He inspired my colleagues and myself to implement the PTAG principles which in turn had a huge impact on our business – on the internal and external perception as well as in terms of revenue.
In 2011, I took part in his mentorship in Noosa Heads. Three days of intense learning, self-reflection and last but not least - lots of fun!
I can highly recommend Ian as a presenter, consultant and mentor!
Robin Kerr
Physiotherapist
Alchemy in Motion
May 2017
I have had the privilege of working in a professional capacity with OD over the last four years. Over the last three decades, my physiotherapy career has involved working in elite level sport alongside world leaders in sports medicine, physiotherapy, strength and conditioning. I have been immensely impressed by the depth of OD's ability and rank him at the top of the pyramid in his profession. He is an excellent coach and mentor plus a brilliant educator. Most importantly for me, OD is a wonderful colleague who has the rare deep skill base to work anywhere along the medicine <->fitness spectrum.
Tom Myers
Professional colleague
Anatomy Trains / www.anatomytrains.com
May 2017
Ian O'Dwyer is a healer, and I don't use the word lightly. Long years with animals, people in trouble, and sportsmen at the top of their game have given Ian real insight into human movement - not just on the biomechanical level, though he shines there, but on a psychoscocial level as well.
I have watched in awe a number of times as Ian worked with groups, where he is nothing short of miraculous in his ability to get all manner of people working together, no matter their skill or ability level.
With individuals, his 'no nonsense empathy' is motivational in its best sense.
I heartily recommend Ian for whatever position he seeks. He is a great addition to any team.
I have watched in awe a number of times as Ian worked with groups, where he is nothing short of miraculous in his ability to get all manner of people working together, no matter their skill or ability level.
With individuals, his 'no nonsense empathy' is motivational in its best sense.
I heartily recommend Ian for whatever position he seeks. He is a great addition to any team.
Dennis Hosking
Managing Director
HealthyPeople | FITREC
May 2017
I had known of OD long before I had the pleasure of meeting him. He is one of the most knowledgeable industry professionals I've met and, most importantly, is able to tailor the delivery of this knowledge to suit any audience. Despite being a highly respected and often requested international presenter, OD is humble, approachable and operates in a manner that always best represents the industry.
It's a pleasure to be able to share OD's background with fitness professionals. I encourage anyone to read OD's complete bio in the ACHIEVEMENTS section.
It's a pleasure to be able to share OD's background with fitness professionals. I encourage anyone to read OD's complete bio in the ACHIEVEMENTS section.
Chuck Wolf
Author, international presenter, biomechanist,
Human Motion Associates
May 2017
Very few fitness professionals have the expertise in functional anatomy, the understanding of integrated flexibility and mobilization, and the implementation of a multitude of techniques in the trenches than Ian O'Dwyer. Ian, or more fondly referred to by his clients and colleagues as OD, brings an eclectic approach to unraveling the complexities of the limitations and compensations of human movement to produce a solution-oriented program that specifically addresses the problems of the client.
OD has the nurturing personality to connect with his clients that forms a trusting bond that is invaluable to help with the healing process and allow his clients to reach their goals.
OD has the nurturing personality to connect with his clients that forms a trusting bond that is invaluable to help with the healing process and allow his clients to reach their goals.