Coach Pat has been inspiring young athletes since 2007, holding professional accreditations in tennis, cricket, and fitness coaching.
A former representative athlete at both junior and senior levels, Coach Pat brings first-hand sporting experience and a deep understanding of how children learn and grow through movement.
He has worked with hundreds of children across The Southport School, St Hilda’s, multi-sport programs, and specialist camps both on the Gold Coast and internationally. The sessions are fun, engaging, and designed to help every child move with confidence, build skills, and enjoy being active.
Most importantly, Coach Pat connects with each child, understanding their unique needs and supporting them to thrive in every session.
From first steps to big achievements, Coach Pat and the MFK’s team are there to guide every child with care, expertise, and encouragement.
Meet Coach Pat
Our Team
Our programs are delivered by highly experienced lead coaches and supported by enthusiastic assistant coaches through our valued partnership with Griffith University.
These assistant coaches are current university students who bring fresh energy, contemporary learning and a range of coaching qualifications, while gaining meaningful hands-on experience working with children.
Drawing from diverse sporting backgrounds including tennis, football, basketball, cricket and athletics, our team delivers dynamic, well-rounded sessions that keep children engaged and motivated. Every coach holds a current Working with Children accreditation, Blue Card, First Aid and CPR, ensuring a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all participants.
This depth of expertise, combined with our strong commitment to education, mentorship and child development, allows My Fit Kids to deliver high-quality programs that build physical skills, coordination, confidence and a lifelong love of movement in every child.
Coach Kieren
“Coach Kieren” joined My Fit Kids in 2022 through our Griffith University partnership and has been coaching with us since 2023.
A graduate of Exercise Science and currently studying Physiotherapy, he is a highly valued member of our team and a favourite with our kids.
Safire Sampson
Safire, or “Coach Safi” as she is known by our kids, joined the My Fit Kids team at the start of last year and has quickly become a favourite with our students. A qualified personal trainer with experience in high-performance functional fitness, Safi brings energy, structure, and positivity to every session.
Currently studying Exercise Science at Griffith University, Safi combines her academic knowledge with practical coaching experience to deliver sessions that are fun, engaging, and purposeful. She is a fantastic role model for our kids, promoting confidence, effort, and a love of movement in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Coach Will
“Coach Will” is a proud old boy of The Southport School and a valued member of the My Fit Kids coaching team. Having come through the TSS system himself, Will has a strong understanding of the School’s culture, expectations, and sporting pathways.
Will is a confident, approachable coach who connects exceptionally well with students, creating a positive and engaging environment where kids feel supported to challenge themselves. As an experienced role model within the My Fit Kids team, he consistently promotes effort, teamwork, and enjoyment of sport, making him a trusted and familiar face for TSS families.
Coach Oliver
“Coach Ollie” is a proud old boy of The Southport School and a First XI cricketer, bringing a strong understanding of high-level school sport and performance culture to the My Fit Kids team. His experience within the TSS sporting environment gives him great insight into teamwork, discipline, and setting high standards.
As the younger brother of Coach Will, Ollie has fitted seamlessly into the My Fit Kids community and quickly built strong connections with students. He is a positive role model for our boys, leading with enthusiasm, effort, and a genuine love of sport in a supportive and engaging environment.