Training in Sport and Outdoor Recreation

Sport and outdoor recreation are vital for physical health, mental wellbeing, and community connection, offering benefits ranging from elite performance to casual hobbyists. For elite athletes, structured training maximizes physiological, cognitive, and skill mastery, fostering discipline and achieving peak performance. For the general public, activities like walking or team sports improve cardiovascular health, reduce stress, and strengthen muscles. Both levels foster mental toughness, boost confidence, and provide enjoyment. Furthermore, they bring people together, building social inclusion, community cohesion, and a stronger sense of belonging. Regular engagement reduces the risk of chronic disease and improves overall quality of life.


Below is a list of the qualifications that we offer in Bushwalking, Skiing, and Sport Management

  • Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership (Electives in Bushwalking) (coming soon)

  • Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership (Electives in Skiing and Bushwalking) (coming soon)

  • Diploma of Outdoor Leadership (Electives in Bushwalking) (coming soon)

  • Diploma of Outdoor Leadership (Electives in Skiing and Bushwalking) (coming soon)

  • Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management (Electives in Sport Management) (coming soon)

Insight CEO, Dr Mark Griffin, is a regular bushwalker (hiking almost every week during the winter months) and skier (having lived in Canada and Switzerland). He also regularly works as event crew for UniSport events, the Gold Coast Marathons, and the Pan Pacific Masters Games.

Insight is based within the Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct. Insight CEO, Dr Mark Griffin, is a committee member with Engineers Australia and Australian Science Communicators. Our staff are members of the Australian Academy of Cinema Television Arts (AACTA). Insight is a member of Experience Gold Coast.