Diogo Bigotte Chorão
Aquatics Professional, Fitness Instructor, Duty Manager
Education
Master's Degree
Sport Science, Biomechanics of Surf
University of Porto
2016 – 2018
Bachelor's Degree
Physical Education and Sport
Maia University Institute
2013 – 2016
Vocational Certificate L4
Animation and Sports Management
Certifications
Pool Lifeguard (AUS)
CPR and First Aid (AUS)
Working With Children
Beach Lifeguard (Portugal)
Grade 1 Surf Coach
Adventure Sports L1
SSI Open Water Scuba Diver
Full Driving Licence
Languages
Portuguese
Native
English
Professional
References
Valentin Abramov
Central Manager, Parap Swimming Pool
0491 192 284
Trent Prior
Manager Business Services, Aqualife Vic Park
08 9311 8111
Sebastien Drothiere
Supervisor, Aqualife Vic Park
0451 150 189
Rebecca Allan
Health and Fitness Supervisor, Mount Claremont
Rebecca.Allan@venueswest.wa.gov.au
Sara Dehghani
Group Fitness Manager, Next Gen Health Clubs
saraDehghani@nextgenclubs.com.au
Profile

Sport science graduate with a Master's degree and over a decade working in aquatics, fitness, and outdoor sports across Portugal and Australia. Currently leading aqua fitness classes and lifeguarding in Perth, with previous experience as Duty Manager overseeing daily operations, staff, and emergency response at a busy NT facility. Comfortable across pool decks, gym floors, and management roles, and genuinely committed to the work, not just the hours.

Work Experience
Aqua Instructor (Shallow), Gym Instructor and Lifeguard
2025 – Present
Aqualife Vic Park, Perth WA
Lead shallow water aqua fitness classes for seniors, rehab clients, and general fitness groups
Provide gym floor instruction and individual program support for members
Lifeguard duties: pool monitoring, emergency response, safety compliance
Aqua Instructor (Deep Water)
2025 – Present
HPC High Performance Centre, Claremont WA
Deliver deep water aqua classes focused on cardiovascular endurance and low-impact strength
Aqua Instructor (Shallow Water)
2025 – Present
Next Generation Health Clubs, Kings Park Perth
Instruct mixed-ability classes adapted for all fitness levels including elderly participants
Duty Manager and Aqua Instructor
2024 – 2025
Parap Swimming Pool, YMCA, Darwin NT
Oversaw daily pool operations: staff rostering, incident reports, customer escalations
Managed emergency situations and maintained full aquatic safety compliance
Delivered aqua fitness sessions for elderly groups via YMCA programming
Head Surf Coach, Grade 1
2018 – 2024
Surfaventura, Salty Souls, Next Gen Surf, Portugal
Coached beginner to intermediate athletes and designed technical and conditioning programs
Personal Trainer
2016 – 2018
Solinca Porto Palácio, Porto Portugal
Created tailored fitness programs focused on strength, endurance, and client wellbeing
Adventure Sports Instructor, Level I
2014 – 2015
Quinta da Valdeira, Porto Portugal
Led rock climbing, zip-lining, kayaking, and team-building events for groups
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