The most comprehensive course for menopause and perimenopause training methods

Learn how to effectively train and support your largest client base—women navigating the unique stages of perimenopause. In this course, you’ll master the skills to recognise and address the key hormonal, physical, and emotional shifts that often accompany this life stage.

From identifying common symptoms like weight gain, fatigue, and anxiety to creating adaptive exercise programs that cater to their changing needs, you’ll gain the expertise to build stronger connections with your clients and offer them the support they truly need

Position yourself as a genuine specialist, rather than simply someone who works with menopause clients

Go beyond traditional menopause fitness education with an in-depth and holistic exploration of hormonal physiology, women's health and practical coaching

A Perimenopausal, menopause and postmenopausal deep dive
Hormone Replacement Therapy
Arthritis - osteo and rheumatoid,  fibromyalgia, lupus, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, Lyme disease
Exercise programming and symptom management
Osteoporosis, osteopenia, osteomalacia, osteogenesis
Nutrition and body composition
Sleep, stress, recovery and circadian rhythms
Thyroid health, Hashimoto's and autoimmune disorders
Insulin resistance, insulin sensitivity and blood sugar management
Eating disorders and body image
The psychology of behaviour change
Practical coaching strategies and client communication
Real-world case studies to bridge theory into practice

Why Perimenopause Education Matters

 

What women do in their 20s and 30s will shape how they live in their 40s, 50s and beyond. Yet, too many wait until symptoms appear before learning about perimenopause.

The silent threat? Physical inactivity—it’s as deadly as smoking, heart disease, and diabetes. By 50, you may have already lost 10% of your muscle mass; by 70, up to 40%. Strength isn’t just about fitness—it’s about independence, preventing falls, and maintaining quality of life.

Muscle is a lifeline. More muscle mass lowers the risk of early death by 30%, and grip strength predicts heart disease better than blood pressure. Resistance training isn’t optional; it’s essential.

In Australia, 26% of people over 45 who suffer a hip fracture die within a year. Strength training can cut fracture risk by 40%. This is preventable— its never too late to start – the future of women’s health starts now.

Expert Course Contributors

The key benefit this course provides you is that it brings together the knowledge and expertise of over 10 different educators and industry experts, each with their own specialist areas, professional backgrounds and years of practical experience. We believe there’s enormous value in learning from a diverse range of experts rather than relying on the perspective or experiences of just one educator. After all, even the most knowledgeable professionals develop their approaches through their own unique career experiences and exposure to different perspectives can provide a much broader and more balanced understanding of women’s health and fitness

Dr Lacey Thorn

Dr Lacey Thorn

Chiropractor

 

Lacey is passionate about the prevention and management of osteoporosis, with a strong focus on optimising function and well-being. Growing up in a small wheatbelt town, she was introduced to chiropractic care through her father’s stories and experienced its benefits firsthand in managing her own headaches.

Lacey completed both her Bachelor of Science in Chiropractic Science and Bachelor of Clinical Chiropractic at Murdoch University, and now helps clients manage chronic pain, stress and enhance their overall performance. As a qualified Pilates instructor, she also brings a deeper understanding of movement and biomechanics to her practice.

Jacqui Lamplugh

Jacqui Lamplugh

Naturopath & Reproductive Medicine Specialist

 

Jacqui Lamplugh is a qualified Naturopath and Reproductive Medicine expert specializing in hormone health for modern women. With over a decade of experience, she has worked with Australia’s leading fertility experts, lectured on herbal and nutritional medicine, and created the online fertility course, Conceive Naturally Method.

Jacqui is passionate about educating and empowering women about their menstrual cycles, hormones, and fertility. Combining natural solutions with the latest scientific research, she provides personalized, compassionate care. Holding an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy, a Bachelor of Health Science, and a Master’s Degree in Reproductive Medicine, Jacqui is dedicated to helping women balance their hormones naturally.

Stephanie Georgiou

Stephanie Georgiou

Clinical Psychologist

Stephanie Georgiou is a clinical psychologist who has over a decade of experience working with women’s mental health. She has worked with eating disorders, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, OCD, forensic clients in prison settings and conducted corporate presentations.

Stephanie is the author of Food Jail – Breaking the bars of binge eating, a compelling self-help book designed to help you overcome binge eating and bulimia. Stephanie has been featured as a topic expert on The Project TV, The Today Show, The Sunday Herald, The Age Newspaper and Channel 31.  

Ashleigh Castledine

Ashleigh Castledine

Accredited Exercise Physiologist

With over seven years of experience, the Director & Founder of Triad Exercise Physiology, Ashleigh specialises in neurological rehabilitation, women’s health, and paediatric care. Ashleigh holds a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and ESSA accreditation.

Her career includes work with MSWA and teaching at Curtin University, reflecting her commitment to both client care and professional education. Known for her warm and creative approach, Ashleigh empowers clients—whether individuals with disabilities, women through life stages, or children—to exceed their expectations and achieve lasting functional improvements.

Mandy Hopper

Mandy Hopper

Functional Nutritionist & Performance Coach

Mandy Hopper is a highly experienced Functional Nutritionist and Performance Coach with a Master’s in Sports Science and in Human Nutrition. As a Sports Nutritionist and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach for the West Coast Warriors Netball Club for six years, she is dedicated to optimizing athletic performance and well-being.

With extensive expertise in strength and conditioning, Mandy has worked with elite athletes, earning the NSCA Strength of America Award (2012-13) and Intern of the Year recognition. She is also an ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach, certified in fitness, advanced boxing instruction, and a practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Timeline Therapy (TLT).

COURSE CURRICULUM

UNIT 1: INTRODUCTION TO PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE
    • Lesson 1: Language, Culture & Impact

    • Lesson 2: Hormone Overview

    • Lesson 3: The Phycological Impact

    • Lesson 4: Osteopenia Osteoporosis & Arthritis

    • Lesson 5: Sarcopenia

    • Lesson 6: The Fusion Between Symptoms & Exercise

    • Lesson 7: Menopausal Hormonal Therapy / Hormone Replacement Therapy (MHT / HRT)

UNIT 2: EXERCISE THROUGH PERIMENOPAUSE
    • Lesson 1: Why is Exercise the Most Important Thing a Woman Needs?

    • Lesson 2: The Mastering Menopause Method

    • Lesson 3: HIIT Exercise Benefits & Considerations

    • Lesson 4: Resistance Training Benefits & Considerations

    • Lesson 5: Dynamic Movement, Warm ups and Cool Downs

    • Lesson 6: Marketing Your Perimenopause Trainer Credentials

UNIT 3: EXERCISE THROUGH POST MENOPAUSE
    • Lesson 1: Adjustments Between Peri & Post Menopause

    • Lesson 2: Grip Strength

    • Lesson 3: Volume of Resistance Training & Hypertrophy in Postmenopausal Women

UNIT 4: IMPLICATIONS & CONSIDERATIONS
    • Lesson 1: Joint Challenges

    • Lesson 2: Frozen Shoulder

    • Lesson 3: Ageing Pelvic Health

    • Lesson 4: Navigating Client Goals & Expectations

UNIT 5: NUTRITION
    • Lesson 1: Weight Gain, Stress, Insulin Resistance

    • Lesson 2: Women’s Health & Nutrition

    • Lesson 3: Gut Health Decline & Menopause

    • Lesson 4: The Importance of Protein for Menopause

    • Lesson 5: Alcohol & Hydration

    • Lesson 6: Supplements

    • Lesson 7: Disordered Eating & Diet Culture

UNIT 6: SLEEP & STRESS MANAGEMENT
      • Lesson 1: HGH production while we sleep

      • Lesson 2: The Nervous System & Adrenal Fatigue

      • Lesson 3: Stress Management

HOLISTIC MENOPAUSE SPECIALISTS

Science Based Natural Management

Mastering Menopause founders – Castell Pridgen and Georgia Otto – are passionate about reshaping the narrative around menopause, offering knowledge, support, and guidance to help you navigate the physical and emotional challenges of this journey.

Our mission is to break the silence, destigmatize menopause, and create a supportive community where women feel heard, understood, and uplifted. Menopause is not the end—it’s the start of a new chapter, and we’re here to help you celebrate it.

Georgia Otto

Georgia Otto

Nutritionist, educator, and co-founder of Mastering Menopause.

My mission is to break down the cultural and historical stigmas surrounding menopause and provide evidence-based, practical education that helps women feel informed and empowered during this transition.

Through courses, workshops, and community support, I guide women to better understand their bodies, build sustainable nutrition and lifestyle habits, and confidently navigate the changes that come with perimenopause and menopause.

With a strong foundation in nutritional science and a deep respect for the individuality of each woman’s journey, I’m passionate about turning confusion into clarity — and helping women take back control of their health, energy, and well-being.

Castell Pridgen

Castell Pridgen

Menopause Exercise Specialist and co-founder of Mastering Menopause.

With over 10 years in the health and fitness industry, and a personal journey navigating PCOS, I’ve seen firsthand how powerfully our habits and hormones shape our well-being. At 27, after a lifetime on birth control and years of elite athletics, I began my own path toward hormonal healing. I felt angry, scared — and rightfully so. But in time, I came to understand: I couldn’t change my condition, but I could take control of how I managed it. As I began working closely with women going through perimenopause, the emotional impact was huge. What started as a professional interest quickly became a personal calling. I dove deep into the science of menopause and training methods that truly serve women at this stage. Today, I’m here to shine a light on this often overlooked transition, and guide women in building strength for a future of health and independence.

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