Meet the Team
David Tran
Principal Physiotherapist and Founder
Physiotherapist
ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach
Personal Trainer
Sports Trainer Level 1
Pilates Mat and Reformer Teacher Trainer
David developed a passion for sharing pain-free movement after a series of injuries playing rugby and bodybuilding (including ACL reconstruction, fractures, shoulder dislocations, ankle sprains). He aims to personalise your rehabilitation and treatment goals, and is experienced in treating a wide range of acute and long-term conditions, including sporting injuries, back pain, shoulder injuries, hip, knee and ankle injuries. David draws on his skills and training in Physiotherapy, Pilates, Strength and Conditioning and Personal training to combine theory with practical experience for his clients. When David isn't treating patients, you can find him presenting Pilates Teacher Training with APPI,  or spending time with his greyhound Holly.
Suyi Chan
Senior Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Spinal Level 1 (APA)
2nd Degree Black Belt (Shao Chi Chuan)
Level 1 Instructor (Sing Ong Tai Chi)
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Suyi has been a physiotherapist for over a decade, and has been practicing martial arts for over 30 years. She loves combining hands-on, exercise and dry-needling treatment techniques in her sessions. She has a special interest in temporo-mandibular dysfunction (TMD) and has first-hand experience recovering from various injuries (thumb, wrist, neck, shoulder, hip, foot, knee surgery) as well as recent non-operative management for her ACL tear. Guiding those under her care back to higher levels of function with a bit of TLC is her true passion.
Andy Wong
Physiotherapist and Exercise Physiologist
Physiotherapist
Exercise Physiologist
Master of Strength and Conditioning
Sports Trainer Level 1
Andy has a background in working as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) and Personal Trainer in a range of settings for almost 10 years. His passion is to combine this experience with his Physiotherapy skills to get people moving again and help them return to the activities they love. Andy's love of exercise extendes into his personal life as he is an avid volleyballer and enjoys using resistance training to keep in shape and manage his own injuries.
Paulina Backiel
Physiotherapist and Run Coach
Physiotherapist
NSW Athletics Level 2 Intermediate Recreational Running Coach
Sports Trainer Level 1
Paulina is a Polish/Canadian Physiotherapist, who as a long-distance runner has a passion for running biomechanics, run coaching and lower limb injuries (including stress fractures, muscle tears/strains, tendinopathies, meniscus tears, and sprains). Since becoming a mum, she has a special interest in woman’s health (including pelvic floor strength/dysfunction). She loves to help pre/post-natal mother’s tackle the physical obstacles of pregnancy and thrives to be an example for mothers, showing them how amazing and capable their bodies truly are. Her goal as a physiotherapist is to not only get her patients to reach their goals, but to help them become stronger and more resilient humans. She believes the human body has endless potential, and all we need to do is unlock it.
Monica Garcia-Pineda
Practice Manager
Equipment Pilates Instructor
Diploma of Polestar Pilates (10828NAT
Cert IV Polestar Pilates Matwork Instruction (10520NAT)
350hrs+ RYT
Masters of Counselling Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts
Monica has always led an active lifestyle, having trained in classical ballet from a young age. She found that amongst life's light and shade, a consistent movement practice was the key to remaining disciplined, playful, and grounded.​ Monica truly believes positive movement experiences can create equilibrium between body, mind, and breath. With a focus on alignment, body awareness, and breath, expect a challenging session with light-hearted fun! Monica is a presenter with Unite Health for their Reformer Pilates courses.
Luke Edmunds
Remedial Massage Therapist and Personal Trainer
Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sports Science)
Diploma of Remedial Massage
Cert III and Cert IV in Personal Training
Certificate in Holistic Counselling and Meditation Therapist
Masters of Counselling and Psychotherapy (currently studying)
Luke brings over 8 years of experience as an accredited exercise and sports scientist, personal trainer, and remedial massage therapist. Having worked alongside allied health professionals, he possesses a deep understanding of anatomy and rehabilitation, making him skilled at identifying and treating dysfunctional movement patterns. Luke combines his scientific expertise with a holistic approach, using a variety of massage techniques that address the whole person's health. His passion lies not just in temporary pain relief, but in understanding the body's energetic balance and its role in overall health and vitality. With technical expertise and a compassionate approach, Luke is dedicated to helping clients achieve true healing and harmony.
Holly
Greyhound and Receptionist
Here for cuddles and scratches
Holly is our resident greyhound rescue, to provide stress relief and a supportive tail wag before, during, and after your session. She retired from racing at 3 years 9 months of age to pursue her dream career in clinic administration and napping.