Rob Stoiljkovic

Role:

Boxing Trainer & Strength and Conditioning Coach at Carbon Gym Geelong.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Australian Army Veteran
• CERT III & IV in Fitness
• Australian Combat & Exercise Boxing CS3 Coach
• ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach (currently completing practical sign-off)
• VABL & Masters Boxing Victoria Trainer
• Active Victorian Amateur Boxer
• Australian Masters Games Heavyweight Boxing Silver Medallist
• NDIS Inclusive Coach
• Mental Health Advocate
• Working with Children Check

As both an active amateur boxer and trainer, I believe the best boxers and trainers never stop learning. I continue to step into the ring, develop my own skills, and I bring that real experience into every class and every private session I take.

Favourite type of training:

• Strength training
• Functional training
• Military style training
• Competitive boxing

Fitness-based goals:

My biggest fitness based goals are to help men, women and children achieve their full potential towards becoming the best version of themselves through personalise training programs, motivation, and support. I aim to inspire others to prioritise their physical and mental well-being, overcome obstacles, and reach their personal fitness goals. I strongly believe in the transformative power of regular exercise, healthy lifestyle habits, along with a positive mindset that leads to an improvement in the overall quality of life. My ultimate goal is to empower others to lead healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives through fitness and wellness.

Favourite foods and supplements:

• Favourite cheat meal – Hawaiian chicken parmigiana with chips and salad
• Favourite clean meal – grilled chicken breast with Moroccan seasoning, sweet potato / pumpkin mash and green beans
• Favourite dessert – Augustus Gelatery, double scoop of Kinder ice cream
• Favourite supplement brand – anything Muscle Nation, their protein is unbelievable
• Favourite pre workout – Redcon1 Total War Icey Lemonade

Why I got into the fitness industry:

Before becoming a coach, I proudly served in the Australian Army for 8 years as a logistics specialist — that experience taught me discipline. My journey wasn’t just about strength, it was about rebuilding my life. I’ve faced my own battles with mental health, PTSD, ADHD and significant weight gain (I lost over 55kg along the way), including moments of despair that led to suicidal thoughts. Boxing and strength training gave me purpose, confidence and hope when I needed it most, and helped me regain both my physical health and mental wellbeing. That’s why I’m passionate about helping others experience the same life-changing benefits I was lucky to gain.

I also support a number of NDIS participants. Having a son with autism, ADHD and an intellectual disability, I have a genuine understanding of the challenges many families face. That lived experience allows me to create a supportive and inclusive environment where clients can build confidence, improve fitness, develop coordination and gain valuable life skills through what I believe is one of the most powerful forms of therapy: exercise.

What is your coaching style?

My approach as a coach is rooted in empathy and unwavering motivation and support. I am here to guide you through your own obstacles, helping you build physical strength, mental resilience, and a positive self-image. Together, I can promise you that we will work towards unlocking your full potential and creating the best version of yourself. So Let’s embark on this journey of change and transformation together!!

Achievements & Background:

I played high level competitive tennis in Geelong and Victoria from the age of 9 to 18, before leaving school to join the Army. I truly believe more of our younger people in society need to experience things like military service, even if it’s Army Reserves.

I’ve also successfully completed some other amazing individual achievements which have been extremely rewarding each in their own way.

• ICN Natural Body Builder (2015)
• Australian Masters Games (Adelaide) (2018)
• Heavy Weight Boxing Silver Medalist (2018)
• Completed Melbourne Half Marathon (2018)
• Walked/Ran 7 FULL marathons over 7 Days for charity with RUOK and Anytime Fitness Australia for Suicide Prevention (2021)