Our Team
Meet Our Team
Our clinicians are not just skilled practitioners but also empathetic advisors who understand that recovery and performance enhancement are deeply personal journeys. With backgrounds in elite sports and exercise science, they bring both passion and expertise to their work, offering support that goes beyond physical rehabilitation.
Each team member is committed to ongoing education and skill enhancement to ensure they remain at the forefront of the field. This dedication is reflected in their ability to tailor treatments to the individual needs of each client, fostering an environment where personal attention and care are paramount. Our team values open communication and collaboration, not only among themselves but with clients as well, ensuring a treatment process that is transparent and inclusive.
Our clinicians are involved in community outreach and professional mentoring, indicating their role as leaders in the physiotherapy community. They frequently participate in seminars and workshops, both as attendees and speakers, contributing to and enriching the broader health and wellness community. This engagement ensures they bring a broad, well-rounded perspective to their practice, greatly benefiting our clients.
Special Interests:
· Running and field sports injuries
· Ankle and foot pain
· Healthy ageing
Gracie graduated from Federation University Victoria and is from the Gippsland region. She has experience working with athletes in football, netball and basketball and has multiple years experience working with local football clubs in the Latrobe Valley Region.
Gracie has a strong interest in treating sporting related injuries, particularly football and running injuries, and is passionate about injury prevention and getting people back to what they love doing. In her spare time Gracie loves going hiking, camping and mountain biking.
Gracie is experienced in:
· Acute sporting injuries
· Return to running
· Osteoarthritis management & exercise guidance
Stuart Goddard
Strength & Conditioning Coach/High Performance Manager
BSprtMgt, MHighPerfSport, ASCA S&C Coach
Special Interests:
- Speed training and running analysis
- Strength and power training
- Force plate analysis
- Lower limb soft tissue injuries
- Knee and ankle injuries
- Tendon injuries
- Speed training and running analysis
- Strength and power training
- Force plate analysis
- Long term athletic development
- Team sports conditioning
- Lower limb soft tissue injuries
- Knee injuries
- Director and High Performance Manager at Control High Performance (2022-2026)
- High Performance Manager at Traralgon Tyers United Football Club (2022-2025)
- High Performance Manager at Gippsland Stars Netball Club (2023-2025)
Special Interests:
- Strength and Conditioning
- Athletic and sporting injuries
- Shoulder and knee conditions
- Gym based rehabilitation
- Weightlifting/gym mechanics
- Tendinopathy conditions
Matt graduated from Charles Sturt University (Albury) in 2018 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, and has since worked in several states in Australia, having recently moved back from living in Western Australia for 3 years.
He has a keen interest in sports physiotherapy, and treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, especially shoulder and knee conditions. He enjoys working with anyone motivated to get back to their best, both sporting and everyday clients, and finds reward in helping others overcome injury and achieve their goals.
On top of his physiotherapy work, Matt has been involved in Strength and Conditioning work since 2017, having worked as a Personal Trainer/S&C Coach in addition to his physiotherapy work. His experience in this field means he is especially interested in gym based rehabilitation. Outside of work, Matt enjoys keeping a pretty active lifestyle, competing in weightlifting, and spending time outdoors surfing or hiking.
Matt is experienced in:
- Osteoarthritis management
- Acute sporting injury rehabilitation
- Back and neck pain
- Managing injury/training load in team sport athletes
- Workcover, TAC, NDIS and EPC patients
Special interests:
- Pre-pointe Assessment & Dance Injuries
- Sports injuries
- Running injuries
- Foot & Ankle Pain
Kira graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Doctor of Physiotherapy. She has experience working with the Geelong Cats and multiple local football teams in the Geelong area, and is the physio for the Victorian Indoor Cricket Team.
She has done further training in dance/ballet assessment and treatment of injuries.
Kira is interested in treating sporting injuries, particularly football and cricket, as well as running injuries. She is passionate about injury prevention, rehabilitation, and optimising performance for athletes of all abilities.
In her free time, Kira plays cricket for Geelong and enjoys skiing over the winter.
Kira is experienced in:
- Pre-pointe Assessments & Dance Injuries
- Tendon injuries
- Acute sporting injuries
- Lower limb rehabilitation
Career highlights:
- Victorian Indoor Cricket Team physio
- Geelong Cats AFLW Trainer
- Geelong West Football Club Head Physio
Special Interests:
- Hip And Groin Pain
- Tendon pain and rehabilitation
- Sports injuries and rehabilitation
- Strength & Conditioning (Olympic lifting)
Aidan graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours). He has since worked as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist in various private practices and local football clubs.
His clinical experience has been broad, managing clients of all ages, athletic and non athletic backgrounds. He has a clinical skillset that combines manual therapy and dry needling with appropriate exercise.
Aidan is motivated to provide exercise based solutions to clients for rehabilitation, health or performance purposes. He currently holds a Level 1 ASCA Strength and Conditioning accreditation and works part time as a personal trainer.
In his free time, Aidan is active, spending most of his time training and playing for Hockey Geelong in the Premier League Reserves team. He also enjoys sprinting and going to the gym recreationally.
Aidan is experienced in:
- Hip and groin pain
- Tendon related pathology
- Osteoarthritis and pre/ post joint replacement
- Strength and conditioning for return to sport
- Acute sporting injuries
Career Highlights:
- Club Physiotherapist for St Arnaud Football Club (2023-2024)
- Team Physiotherapist for Grovedale Football Club (2022)
Special Interests:
- Sports injuries and rehabilitation
- Knee and ankle injuries
- Snow sports
- Running related injuries
Samantha graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours. She has since worked primarily as a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, gaining experience in private practice, NHS Hospitals, and sports settings.
Previously, she worked as the Physiotherapist for Queens Park Rangers in London and recently returned from Japan, where she specialized in treating snow sport injuries. Samantha’s keen interest lies in sporting-related injuries, especially lower limb injuries.
Sam is passionate about building strong relationships with her patients to help them achieve their goals. She is committed to patient care and enjoys implementing individualized approaches for both the recovery and prevention of injuries.
Samantha is experienced in:
- Strength and conditioning
- Ankle and Knee Injuries
- Acute sporting injuries
- Dry needling
- Acute neck and back pain.
- Snow sports injuries
- Workcover and TAC clients
Career Highlights:
- Academy Physiotherapist at Queens Park Rangers – London (2023)
- Ariels Victorian Netball League Physiotherapist (2022)
- Fitzroy Football club Physiotherapist (2021-2022)
Tristan Dower
Physiotherapist
B. Physio, B. Musc Therapy, Grad Cert in Sports Physio
Clinic Director (Ocean Grove)
Special interests:
- Acute sporting injuries
- Knee and ankle injuries
- Lower limb tendon management
- Concussion Management
Tristan Graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at ACU Brisbane and since then has combined his time working in Private Practice and Sports. Tristan has gained experience in a number of clinics in both Brisbane and Melbourne, treating a range of conditions including acute sporting injuries, persistent pain and back and neck pain.
Through his involvement in sport, in particular football, Tristan has developed his
interest in sports related injury management, particularly lower limb injuries,
shoulder injuries and concussion management.
Tristan has been involved with a number of men’s and women’s amateur and state level sporting clubs, as well as the elite level which has included roles as the Physiotherapist for Brisbane Lions AFLW team and North Brisbane Rugby Union Club in the QLD Premier Competition
Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, Tristan completed a Bachelor of Musculoskeletal Therapy and spent 5 years as a Remedial Massage Therapist, including 2 seasons at the Geelong Football Club. Tristan is now nearing completion of a Graduate Certificate in Sports Physio as he works towards completing his Masters in Sports Physio.
Tristan is experienced in:
- Acute sporting injuries
- Persistent pain
- Pre and post-surgery rehabilitation
- Back and Neck Pain
- Clinical Pilates
- Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis management
- Workcover and TAC clients
Career Highlights:
- Brisbane Lions AFLW – Physiotherapist (2018-2019)
- North Brisbane Rugby Club – Physiotherapist (2015-2016)
- Geelong Football Club – Massage Therapist (2009-2010)
Erin Nelson
Titled Sports Physiotherapist
M. Physio, B. HSc, M.Sports Physiotherapy
Clinic Director
Special Interests:
- Adolescent Injuries
- Sporting injuries
- Lower Limb Injuries
- Post natal – return to exercise
- Gym based injuries
Erin graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Science, Masters in Physiotherapy practice. She is also a titled Sports Physiotherapist, having attained her postgraduate Masters of Sports Physiotherapy.
Erin has just finished up as the Head Physio for the Geelong Cats AFLW and is taking on more clients at BSP.
Erin has a particular interest in sporting/exercise related injuries and loves being able to keep her clients fit and healthy while rehabilitating their injuries. She also has a new found interest in pre/post-partum return to exercise, post the birth of her 3 children. Erin is a mad gym-goer herself and loves a cheeky Crossfit class.
Erin is experienced in:
- Sporting/Exercise related injuries
- Pre- and post-surgery Rehabilitation
- Clinical Pilates
- Youth and Adolescent Sporting injuries
- Acute and Chronic Back & Neck pain
- Work Cover and TAC clients
- Strength & Conditioning
- Dry Needling
- Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) clients
Career Highlights:
- Geelong AFLW Head Physiotherapist (2021-2026)
- Melbourne City FC – Women’s Head Physiotherapist (2019-2021)
- Western Bulldogs FC – VFLW Physiotherapist (2018-2019)
- Australian Country Hockey Teams – International touring Physio (2013-2017)
Zach graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Health Science, Masters in Physiotherapy practice. He has also attained his Masters in Exercise Science (Strength & Conditioning).
Since graduating, Zach has worked with amateur athletes in a football, track & field, soccer, hockey and weight-lifting setting. He has also worked with the Western Bulldogs AFLW team as a Strength and Conditioning Coach and the Melbourne Rebels Rugby team as their Rehabilitation Physiotherapist.
Zach is currently working with Melbourne Demons Football Club as a Physiotherapist. He balances this with one day at BSP.
He has a particular interest in rehabilitation and return to play, while looking to improve performance in sport and everyday life.
Zach coaches multiple athletes in Track & Field, while training himself and grew up playing field hockey at state, national and international level.
Zach is experienced in managing:
- Pre- and post-surgery Rehabilitation
- Youth and Adolescent Sporting injuries
- Osteoporosis and Bone Health
- Work Cover and TAC clients
- Strength & Conditioning
- Dry Needling
- Enhanced Primary Care plans (EPC)
- Mobility and Flexibility Training
Career Highlights:
- Current Physiotherapist at Melbourne Demons Football Club (AFL)
- Melbourne City FC – Head Physiotherapist (2023 – 2024)
- Melbourne Rebels – Rehabilitation Physiotherapist (2021-2023)
- Melbourne City FC – Physiotherapist (2018-2021)
- Western Bulldogs – AFLW Strength & Conditioning Coach (2017-18)
- Western Bulldogs – AFLW Rehabilitation Coordinator (2016-17)
Marcus Emmett
Physiotherapist
M. Physio, B. HSc, B. Ed, Level 2 S&C Coach
Clinic Director
Special Interests:
- ACL Rehabilitation
- Lower Limb Tendon Management (Achilles, Patella etc)
- Lower Back Pain Rehabilitation
Marcus is a Sport and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist who is passionate about working with clients to achieve their functional and performance goals.
Marcus has been involved in Private Practice and Sports Physiotherapy since graduating from Latrobe University with a Masters of Physiotherapy degree.
Marcus has held a variety of sport and rehabilitation roles in elite organisations such as the Geelong Football Club and Essendon Football club, while attaining his post-graduate qualification in Strength and Conditioning (ASCA Level 2 Coach).
Marcus has also completed a bachelor degree in physical education and
combines this knowledge with his physiotherapy and strength and conditioning skills to develop target rehabilitation plans, to ensure his clients reach their goals.
After a stint in the elite sporting industry, Marcus Co-Founded Barwon Sports Physiotherapy with Zach Nelson in 2018 and is focused on delivering World Class Physiotherapy to the Geelong community.
Marcus is experienced in managing:
- Acute and Chronic knee conditions (ACL, Patellofemoral pain, post surgery etc)
- Acute sporting injuries (Muscle strains, Joint sprains, dislocations, fractures)
- Chronic sporting injuries (Tendon Pain, overuse injuries)
- Acute Neck and lower back pain
- WorkCover, TAC & DVA clients
- Medicare (EPC) clients
Career Highlights:
- Geelong Football Club – Rehabilitation Physiotherapist (2018)
- Essendon Football Club – Physiotherapist (2016-17)
- Essendon Football Club – Rehabilitation Physiotherapist (2013-15)
Daniel graduated from Deakin University with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science and Masters of Applied Sports Science.
He is an experienced Strength and Conditioning (S&C) coach with general population, rehabilitation and sub-elite athletes. Daniel is currently working with the Port Melbourne VFLW side and has a strong passion for athletic development. He works collaboratively with physiotherapists on rehabilitation programs for athletes returning to play and individual performance.
Career Highlights:
- Geelong Grammar – S&C Coach (2019 – 2020)
- Werribee Football Club VFL – S&C/Rehabilitation Coach (2019 – 2021)
- Geelong Cats AFLW – S&C Assistant Coach – (2021 – 2022)
- Melbourne University Womens Football Club – Head of S&C – (2023 – 2024)
- Port Melbourne Football Club VFLW – S&C Coach (2024 – Current)
