Nicky Roberts - Diploma in Sport and Recreation

From a young age Nicky knew her work would be sports related. “I played netball, soccer, and did dancing and my favourite subject was PE. For the last eight years I’ve represented New Zealand in my sport – karate.”

“I’m in the first year of the Sport and Recreation Diploma and I love it – all of it – the people, the tutors, and the course content. We cover a range of subjects including the way the body works, coaching, and training. The twenty level 5’s in our course are like a big family. We all support each other when someone is celebrating or struggling – either course related or in their personal achievement. The tutors too are awesome. They’re supportive and also understanding if I need time away for my sport.”

Nicky still has lots of competing to do. “Once I’ve achieved my goals, I’ll move on to coaching. My dream is to be a personal trainer, and I’d start by working in someone else’s business. This year I’ll finish my Diploma, then next year do a third year and complete my Degree in Sport and Recreation at AUT.”