The Zone Team

Kim Johnston
Manager - The Zone

Kim has over 25 years' experience in the sports, fitness, health and wellbeing and outdoor education sectors. She’s worked in strength and conditioning coaching, endurance performance coaching, outdoor education instruction and sport and recreation management. She also spent a year working as a fitness manager at a women’s gym in Saudi Arabia.

Kylie Grimmer
Nutritionist/Clinical Co-ordinator

Kylie is an Associate Registered Nutritionist and graduate of Ara’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition. She’s played a significant role in establishing The Zone’s nutrition clinic where she works 1:1 with a variety of clients. Kylie is intensely passionate about helping people learn how to fuel their bodies in a way that nurtures their mental and physical health while keeping the fun in their lives.

Marjan Joyce
The Zone and Allied Health Support/Nutritionist

Marjan is an Associate Registered Nutritionist and graduate of Ara’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition. She currently works as a lab technician at Ara. Marjan has been involved in organising various nutrition and healthy lifestyle programmmes and is passionate about supporting and empowering people through knowledge, skills and tools to implement positive lifestyle changes that support long term health and wellness.

Maria Choukri
The Zone and Allied Health Support/Nutritionist

Maria is a Registered Nutritionist with a passion for wellbeing and a special interest in nutrition for mental health, perimenopause and outdoor pursuits. She loves supporting people to make better food choices that work for them and make them feel good. Maria is skilled in helping her clients identify realistic goals and finding achievable pathways to attain them.

Julie Slattery
Nutritionist and Dietitian

Julie first qualified and worked as a dietitian in the UK before practicing in Australia and now New Zealand. Much of her work has focused on helping people to manage and prevent chronic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease but as a keen multisporter, she’s also skilled at helping people manage their nutrition for training and competition. Julie believes health is a toanga that we need to look after.

Claudia Leong
Nutritionist

Claudia is a Registered Nutritionist and one of Ara’s nutrition lecturers. She has a PhD in human nutrition specialising in infant and child health and is particularly interested in nutrition for pregnancy, infants and children. Claudia places a strong emphasis on values and understanding her clients’ (and their family’s) unique needs. She strives to provide up to date, evidence-based advice in an accessible, easy to understand and positive manner and works hard to ensure her clients have the support, confidence and skills to adapt to change.

Rochelle Waghorn
Student Nutritionist

Currently in the final year of an applied science degree, Rochelle is passionate about promoting the benefits of healthy food and a balanced lifestyle. She enjoys working closely and collaboratively with clients to understand their motivations, lifestyle and preferences. Rochelle is adept at formulating practical and sustainable nutrition plans that lead to successful outcomes.

Naomi Fahy
Student Nutritionist

Naomi is studying nutrition at Ara, an interest sparked by growing up in a multicultural home. She believes that our quality of life can be significantly impacted by how we eat. Her goal is to encourage eating habits that are well balanced yet cater to the individual’s journey and help them to develop a relationship with food that is joyful.

Priscilla
Student Nutritionist

A mother of three teenage daughters, Priscilla is currently in the final year of her Bachelor of Applied Science in human nutrition at Ara. She has long been interested in nutrition, particularly after she discovered how allergies were affecting her wellbeing as a teenager. Priscilla’s own mindful food choices and lifestyle adjustments over the years have significantly improved her quality of life and she’s dedicated to empowering others to make informed health and wellbeing choices that deliver the same benefits.

Khai Mardon
Student Nutritionist

Khai is a third-year nutrition student at Ara, passionate about helping clients achieve measurable health outcomes by tracking improvements through their blood work. She empowers individuals to take control of their health by providing them with the necessary skills and resources to make informed decisions about their wellbeing. Khai was inspired to pursue nutrition after seeing positive changes in her own and her family’s health. She finds nutrition exciting because the choices we make today influence our future health, enabling us to not only live longer but also enjoy better health. Khai is fluent in English and Mandarin.

Emilie Wright
Student Nutritionist

Emilie is in her final year of a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition at Ara. She is passionate about helping clients improve their health, boost energy and support mental and physical wellbeing. Open minded and receptive to all lifestyles and individual needs, Emilie embraces a holistic perspective. She is dedicated to guiding individuals through everyday challenges and helping them achieve their personal health goals, enhancing their overall vitality.

Scarlett Everett-Wing
Student Nutritionist

Scarlett is a third-year nutrition student and healthcare assistant with experience in both a GP practice and the Braintree Foundation. She is passionate about preventive healthcare, focusing on the role of nutrition in neurological diseases, diabetes, mental health, women's health and combining her practice with the Health at Every Size (HAES) approach. With 12 years spent in the hospitality industry, Scarlett witnessed firsthand the significant effects of food and drink on people's health, which sparked her passion for nutrition. Her person-centred approach aims to enhance client outcomes through tailored nutritional strategies that prioritise overall wellbeing, long-term health and body acceptance. This combination of hands-on experience and academic knowledge drives her commitment to preventive care.

Scarlett Kennedy
Student Nutritionist

Scarlett is a nutrition student with a strong focus on women’s health, hormonal health, chronic pain and mental wellbeing. Having faced her own health challenges, she is passionate about helping others take control of their well-being through evidence-based nutrition strategies. Applying a science-backed, yet practical approach to helping other people to feel their best, Scarlett believes in looking beyond symptoms to understand the bigger picture and is dedicated to supporting people on their health journeys with empathy, curiosity and guidance. Currently completing her final year of study, Scarlett is gaining hands-on experience through volunteer roles and client work while continuing to expand her knowledge in functional and integrative nutrition.

Siobhan Voyce
Student Nutritionist

Siobhan is a third-year nutrition student also working part time as assistant manager in a gym. She is passionate about helping individuals achieve their goals while feeling their best. With a background in judo, she enjoys working with weight division athletes to optimise their performance. She also has experience in bodybuilding preparation and has participated in many sports. Although nutrition for performance is her passion, she also loves working with beginners to build a foundation for a sustainable approach to health and wellbeing through nutrition.

Sophie Nichols
Student Nutritionist

Sophie is in her final year of studying a Bachelor of Applied Science in Human Nutrition at Ara. Her interest in nutrition stems from the sport she played in high school. She is passionate about taking a holistic approach to wellbeing, where she focuses not just on nutrition but also on creating balanced, healthy lifestyles.

Wendy Quinn
Student Nutritionist

Wendy is a dedicated third-year nutrition student at Ara, specialising in community and family health. With over 25 years of culinary experience, she excels in crafting delicious, budget-friendly meals. Drawing from her personal journey post-weight loss surgery, Wendy is passionate about guiding clients through similar experiences. She adopts a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, ensuring comprehensive support for her clients.