Source: ExerciseNZ
The Exercise New Zealand Industry Awards 2025 were held on Saturday 29 November in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, hosted at the luxurious Hilton on the vibrant waterfront. For over two decades, the Awards have shone a light on the incredible work happening across Aotearoa’s exercise sector.
This year, Kirstyn Campbell’s continued commitment to empowering others shines through as she receives the Educator of the Year Award for the second year running. The Educator of the Year Award acknowledges individuals who demonstrate outstanding teaching practice, deep industry knowledge, and a commitment to elevating professional standards. Kirstyn’s submission stood out for its clarity, authenticity, and impact.
Judges commended her strong sense of purpose and understanding of her audience:
“Kirstyn has a strong understanding of her market and clearly articulates what works well. She answered questions specifically and showcased her strengths with authenticity and confidence.”
Her video content particularly impressed the judging panel:
“Her videos were engaging, energetic, and conveyed her passion, making her highly relatable. She demonstrates awareness of diverse learning styles and adapts her delivery to meet student needs.”
Kirstyn’s commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality education was woven throughout her entry:
“Her entry was well-prepared and organised, highlighting not only challenges but also how she is actively working to improve.”
Judges also praised the depth and relevance of the courses she creates:
“Kirstyn is of great energy, foresight, and commitment. She has developed an impressive library of contemporary and science-backed courses, and made some truly impressive connections with relevant health professionals to help her course design be as population and niche-focused as possible.”
Her leadership in building community, strong communication skills, and captivating content further reinforced her standing as a leader in exercise education:
“Her content, written and video, is both engaging and captivating, this is testament to her unyielding energy and her undoubtable passion in this field.”
At ExerciseNZ, we proudly recognise Kirstyn Campbell as Educator of the Year 2025. Her consecutive wins speak to her sustained excellence, industry leadership, and ongoing contribution to raising the standard of education across Aotearoa. These awards celebrate the individuals and organisations who help make exercise more accessible, inclusive, and impactful for all New Zealanders. For more information on the Exercise New Zealand industry awards, or to view all finalists visit https://www.exercise.org.nz/2025-finalists/.
