HDSAF LEADERSHIP SQUAD
WE ARE HARRIMAN
MELANIE HARRIMAN
DIRECTOR & HEAD COACH
Meet Melanie Harriman: The World Champion Powerhouse Behind HDSAF!
Melanie isn't just a coach; she's a highly seasoned professional and a true force in dance and fitness who has been inspiring and empowering individuals for over two decades. With a dedication to excellence and a passion for every style of movement, Melanie has made significant, high-level contributions to the industry.
Unparalleled Competitive Success: Melanie's background is exceptionally diverse and decorated. As a highly decorated Sport Aerobics Champion, she has proudly represented Australia at national and international levels for years. Her competitive peak includes securing the prestigious title of 2019 FISAF World Champion (Individual Female Master)!
Multifaceted Professionalism: Her deep expertise covers the gamut of movement arts, including technical dance styles (ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary) and high-level acrobatics. Her choreography has led to numerous award-winning routines. Beyond the stage, Melanie is a certified fitness expert with a proven track record as both a successful personal trainer and fitness consultant. Her personal experience even extends to television and film, with credits in popular shows like So You Think You Can Dance, Barney & Friends, and Sesame Street!
The HDSAF Vision: In 2017, Melanie channelled her experience and passion into founding Harriman DSAF. She has since built a thriving club known for its supportive, encouraging learning environment where students of all ages don't just learn skills—they gain life-changing confidence and achieve amazing results. Melanie ensures the HDSAF squad consistently excels at state, national, and international competitions. Her dedication to fostering a love of movement extends to integrating her expertise into high school and primary school sport aerobics programs, making her an awesome asset to the entire community!
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ALICE ROBERTSON
COACH
Meet Coach Alice
An absolute inspiration to our entire squad, Coach Alice was awarded the Harriman DSAF Beacon Athlete of the Year last year. As a current elite competitor with extensive State and National level experience, Alice brings incredible energy and first-hand knowledge to the studio every single week.
With a diverse background in both dance and gymnastics, she truly understands the level of hard work and dedication required to reach the top. Currently, Alice is further expanding her expertise by studying a Certificate IV in Fitness (Personal Training) and a Bachelor of Social Work, blending elite physical training with a deep understanding of community and coaching. Alice is passionate about sharing her love for sport aerobics and inspiring our young athletes to reach their full potential, proving that with heart and hustle, anything is possible!
LAUREN DARLEY
REPRESENTATIVE JUDGE
& COACH
Meet Coach Lauren
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A former competitive gymnast and seasoned sport aerobics athlete since 2016, Coach Lauren brings a powerful blend of technical skill and enthusiasm to the Harriman DSAF team. Even as a full-time Electrical Engineer, Lauren’s passion for our village is so strong that she remains a dedicated part of the coaching staff, seamlessly integrating elite strength and discipline into every session.
Beyond her coaching, Lauren is now an official representative judge on the FISAF Australia judging panel. This high-level technical insight is invaluable to our squad, ensuring our athletes are always training to the highest competition standards.
Coach Lauren is currently available for private lessons with our Squad athletes. These sessions are a fantastic opportunity for athletes to receive expert feedback from a judging perspective, helping them polish their routines and maximise their scoring potential before they hit the stage. She truly loves being part of the team and is always ready to help out wherever she can!
EILEEN KIM
COACH
Meet Coach Eileen
A dedicated former athlete who couldn't stay away from the carpet, Eileen continues to be a vital part of the Harriman DSAF family through her passion for coaching. She brings an incredible energy to our Ermington Studio every Wednesday, where she works closely with our Elementary athletes in both the Junior and Senior Squads. Eileen is passionate about mentoring our younger athletes, helping them build the strength and confidence they need to smash their goals. Whether she is refining a routine or pushing for that extra bit of power, she loves helping every athlete find their own "aerobic bounce" while staying connected to the squad she loves.
HARLEE
COACH
Meet Coach Harlee
A former competitive gymnast with years of dedication to the mat, Coach Harlee discovered sport aerobics in primary school and quickly fell in love with the "bounce." This driven athlete excels in competition and brings that same elite energy to our coaching staff.
In 2025, Harlee has become a vital part of the team, working closely with most of our Squads and leading our Thursday classes. She is an absolute natural with our younger athletes, possessing a unique ability to connect with them while sharing her passion for the sport. Harlee is excited to continue learning and growing alongside our aspiring athletes, helping them build the confidence and skills they need to shine.
SOPHIA
COACH
Meet Coach Sophia
We are thrilled to have Coach Sophia on our leadership team! Her journey from a young dancer in Ballet and Jazz to a competitive Sport Aerobics athlete is the perfect example of where passion leads.
Sophia’s aerobics career began in primary school, and she joined the Harriman family during those foundational years. Now in Year 10, she is a vital member of our competitive squad, bringing her extensive dance background to help our athletes find their "bounce" and stage presence.
Sophia is currently loving her time mentoring the next generation during our Thursday lessons.
GEORGIA
JUNIOR COACH
Meet Junior Coach Georgia
At 13 years of age, Georgia is a passionate supporter of our beginner Thursday program, where she enthusiastically assists our coaching team each week. As a former Ermington Public School student herself, Georgia has a unique connection to our roots and truly understands the value of building a strong, confident foundation in young athletes.
She absolutely loves coaching and is a fantastic mentor for our beginners, bringing energy and relatability to every session. Georgia is a wonderful example of our "students becoming leaders" philosophy, and we are so proud to have her helping our youngest athletes find their feet!
