MEET THE LES MILLS SUPERSTAR WINNER OF 2024

They call it the ‘Idols’ of fitness, a compeition with auditions, semi-finals, battles and masssive amounts of talen within the group fitness space. Over 500 instructors applied and nominated to become the LES MILLS SUPERSTAR of 2024, but only won person was crowned the winner of SUPERSTAR 2024.

Meet Adam Wadhwa, a BODYCOMBAT instructor from Poland, who flew in to Stockholm to share challenge himself and share the love for the Martial Arts inspired program. Reflecting on his motivation, Adam stated, "I wanted to challenge myself and see how I would fare in this competition. I was also curious to discover the instructor environment across the Nordics."

The thrill of victory

Winning the SUPERSTAR 2024 competition was a surreal experience for Adam. "The feeling when I won was hard to describe... I was like ‘OH MY GOD, WHAT?’ It was so crazy and I was so high on endorphins. I could barely believe it!" he exclaimed.

A journey of growth and inspiration

Adam described the competition as a profound opportunity for growth and challenge. He highlighted the connections made with amazing instructors and new friends from different countries. "There’s so much inspiration to find in the competition! I’d recommend it to all instructors," Adam added.

Post-competition celebrations and opportunities

After returning home to Poland, Adam was warmly welcomed by his participants with a surprise celebration, complete with cake, crown, and medal. "It was so heartwarming. We celebrated the win together, which felt right since they’re my motivation for everything."

Adam’s victory also earned him an invitation to the Les Mills Training Camp in Greece and a spot at a Trainer Boot Camp, exciting opportunities that he eagerly anticipates.

Dreams and future goals

Looking ahead, Adam aspires to reach the big stages of the fitness world. "My biggest goal is to go to the big stages. I dream about going to those big fantastic events to spread my positive energy on a larger scale. That would allow me to inspire even more people, which is what I really want to do."

Advice for aspiring instructors

Adam encourages other instructors to continually develop their skills and take the next step in their careers. He offers three key pieces of advice:

1. Revisit your program essentials and understand what they entail.
   
   
2. Get inspired by participating in other trainings or activities related to your program. For example, Adam's involvement in Muay Thai alongside BODYCOMBAT classes reignited his passion for the program.
   
   
3. Innovate and seek continuous improvement in your coaching. Attend others’ classes, pursue grade reviews, seek inspiration, and dare to challenge yourself.

Adam’s journey through SUPERSTAR 2024 underscores the importance of passion, enthusiasm, and drive in the fitness industry. His victory is a testament to the impact that dedicated instructors can have on their communities and the broader fitness world.

For more information about the SUPERSTAR competition and future events, please visit SUPERSTAR's website.

About LES MILLS SUPERSTAR:

SUPERSTAR is an annual competition that celebrates the passion and dedication of group fitness instructors across the Nordics. The event aims to recognize and inspire instructors who make a significant impact in the fitness industry, promoting growth, excellence, and innovation.