With their high-kicking energy and synchronised moves, Haileybury aerobics teams and soloists energised the stage at the FISAF Sports Aerobics National Championships on the Gold Coast in August.  

Twenty-one Senior and Middle School, and Old Haileyburian teams, along with Haileybury soloists, participated in the highly competitive FISAF Sport Aerobics National Championship. The popular event attracted entries from a record breaking 96 schools. 

The Haileybury Senior School team, Heard Enough, secured the national title in the Secondary Advanced Teams category. This was a particularly outstanding achievement given the calibre of the competition.  

“The standard of competition was exceptionally high, yet our girls quickly adapted and continued to prove that they belong among the very best,” said Jessie Curtain, Head of Aerobics. 

Many of the students found participating in the aerobics championships to be so rewarding because of their supportive team environment.  

“It was special because of the strong bond we built as a team and the chance to perform a high-level routine alongside some of my closest friends,” said Zara, Year 11, who is a member of the winning Heard Enough team. The team also included Ashlyn, Ireland, Olivia, Chloe, Mia, Chelsea and Lexi from Years 10–12. 

Lia, Year 11, celebrated a bronze medal placing in the aerobics solo section. She also emphasised how she valued the teamwork, explaining that the team event “is my preferred event as I get to build relationships with such amazing girls.”  

Aerobics allows the students to enjoy creativity and artistry as well as athleticism. “Being able to showcase our creativity through costumes, music and formations is always a highlight of the year. I particularly enjoy skills-based routines because they push me to improve my flexibility and execution, while also giving me the chance to demonstrate the hard work I’ve put in on stage,” said Aerobics Captain, Elise, Year 12. 

This was only the second year Haileybury’s Middle School students have competed in the FISAF competition. 

“Their incredible teamwork, on-stage performances, and the manner in which they represented Haileybury Aerobics were outstanding,” says Jessie. 

The Senior School Team performing Heard Enough