Why Choose Irela Aqua & Fitness?

Welcome! I'm Irene Lalana.

I am passionate about helping you achieve your fitness and health goals. With over 20 years of experience as a coach, manager, and instructor across different sports, levels, and countries, I bring a goal-driven mindset and exceptional organisational skills to every session.

My background as a professional swimmer and rescuer, combined with a degree in Sport Science, ensures that your training is both safe and highly effective.

🏆 Career Highlights

  • Group Exercise Leader & Instructor of the Year (2025) - National Fitness Awards by Ausactive.
  • Lord Mayor Emerging Leader of the Year (2025).
  • Aquaprofessional of the Year (2024).
  • Australian Swimming Master Champion (2025) & Lifesaving World Silver Medal (2024).
Irene Lalana teaching swimming
Irene Lalana as fitness coach
Triathlon training plan

My Specialisation

My expertise lies in working with diverse groups, with a strong focus on supporting women over 40 through the physical and emotional changes experienced during menopause. I understand the impact of fluctuating hormone levels and create programs to build lasting strength and resilience.

Additionally, my multicultural background allows me to effectively teach swimming and survival skills to adults from over 30 different nationalities.

The Irela Difference

At Irela Aqua & Fitness, I offer unique, comprehensive programs combining fitness, low-impact aquaerobics, and swimming—available in both Spanish and English. This integrated approach makes me uniquely positioned as potentially the only provider of this service in Brisbane.

My Mission: To empower everyone in Brisbane to enjoy Australia's aquatic treasures safely, and to support those who value their well-being in achieving a sustainable lifestyle through enjoyable activity.

Lord Mayor AwardAquaprofessional of the year 2024Group Exercise leader 2025AusactiveEuropeactiveAustswimSwimAustraliaBrisbane City Council

Reviews

Have a look at what my athletes shared about their experience with Irela Aqua & Fitness: