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Irela Aqua and Fitness

Musgrave Park Swim Centre, West End QLD 4101, Australia

5.0 (250 reviews)

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About Irela Aqua and Fitness

Irela Aqua and Fitness is a coaching practice based around the Musgrave Park Swim Centre in West End, blending the water and the gym floor under one expert eye. It centres on personalised instruction, where complete beginners and improvers alike are guided patiently through technique, confidence and steady progress rather than rushed through generic sessions.

The offering spans swimming lessons, aquafitness and stretching, functional training, Pilates and core work, plus triathlon planning and corporate wellness, making it a genuinely well-rounded option for people who want both land and water training. Reviewers repeatedly praise the clear explanations, careful technique correction and encouraging style, with several first-time swimmers describing faster-than-expected improvement.

With a strong emphasis on mobility, stability and movement quality, the West End programs draw people recovering function, building fitness or chasing specific goals like an open-water event. The convenient location and small, attentive coaching make it an approachable choice for anyone in Brisbane's inner south who values one-on-one guidance and a supportive, detail-focused environment over a big anonymous facility.

Classes & Programs

Swimming LessonsAquafitness & StretchingFunctional TrainingPilates / Core BalanceTriathlon PlanningCorporate WellnessPersonal TrainingMobility & Stability

Trainers & Coaches

Irene Lalana Head Coach & Instructor +

Irene is a sports science graduate, Australian Masters swimming champion and award-winning aquatic professional recognised as Australian Aquaprofessional of the Year 2024 and Group Exercise Instructor of the Year 2025.

Facilities & Amenities

Swimming pool Functional training space Multiple Brisbane venue locations

Who It's For

Adult beginner swimmersTriathletesPeople improving mobility and stabilityAnyone wanting one-on-one coachingCorporate wellness groups

Location

Frequently Asked Questions

Do they teach adult beginners to swim? +

Yes, reviewers describe starting as total beginners and improving quickly thanks to patient, encouraging coaching.

What kinds of training are offered? +

Swimming lessons, aquafitness, functional training, Pilates and core work, plus triathlon planning and corporate wellness.

Is coaching one-on-one or group? +

Both are available, including personal sessions and small group mobility and stability classes.

Where are sessions held? +

Sessions run around the Musgrave Park Swim Centre in West End and other Brisbane partner venues.

Pricing Information

Contact for pricing

Contact for pricing

Estimated starting price

• Pricing varies by plan and commitment

• Casual day passes often available

• Ask about free trials and student rates

Gym Information

Location Type

N/A

Style

group fitness

Google Rating

5.0 ★

Location

QLD

What to Know

  • Arrive 10–15 min early on your first visit
  • Bring a towel, water bottle and clean shoes
  • Check timetables and book classes ahead

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Irela Aqua and Fitness is one of QLD's fitness studios, offering professional training services for all fitness levels. Located in Musgrave Park Swim Centre, West End QLD 4101, Australia, this studio provides high-quality training and fitness services for both beginners and experienced athletes.

As part of the Brisbane fitness community, Irela Aqua and Fitness contributes to the local fitness scene. Whether you're looking for personal training, group classes, or specialist coaching, this studio offers a professional and welcoming environment for your next workout.