Sports & Spinal Maroochydore is situated at suite 6.08, level 6 in the new Maroochydore Private Hospital. The practice is conveniently located near Alexandra Headland, Mooloolaba and Cotton Tree.
With an emphasis on core conditioning, breathing and body awareness, our Core, Strength & Mobility classes are a safe and highly effective way to stretch, strengthen and streamline your body without building bulk or stressing your joints.
Core, Strength & Mobility classes utilise various exercises that incorporate balance, power, strength and stability.
This can be done either using the Pilates equipment (reformer, trapeze table, exercise ball etc.) in a CSM Studio class or the form of a Mat Class, utilising bodyweight and minimal equipment. From here, we build and progress your program as appropriate with continued advice and education throughout, so you left feeling a better version of YOU.
Our Core, Strength & Mobility classes are a fitness regime for life, performed on a mat or with specialised equipment. The perfect complement to cardiovascular exercise, sport, rehab and life, these classes will leave you looking toned, feeling revitalised and moving with ease.
Clinical Pilates at Maroochydore is commonly used as a progression step following physiotherapy or injury, focusing on controlled strength, coordination and movement confidence rather than general fitness classes. Sessions are regularly attended by individuals seeking structured movement support that fits around work schedules within the Maroochydore CBD.
Both Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists run our classes with Clinical Pilates Experience. Clinical Pilates refers to one-on-one Pilates that are often used for injury rehabilitation and used in conjunction with physiotherapy. Sports & Spinal offers both and can cater to your exact needs.
All patients are required to have an initial assessment with a Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist before beginning any of our classes. This is to familiarise patients with any equipment, positions, exercises and identify any injuries/restrictions that we may need to be aware of prior to a patient attending a class.
Sports & Spinal Maroochydore is NDIS registered and accepts Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment.
Core, Strength & Mobility classes are perfect for toning and reshaping the body. It works on creating long, lean muscles, toning all of those hard to target areas such as the abdominals, inner thighs, buttocks, back of thighs, sides and backs of the arms. For toning, these classes are best performed 3 to 5 times a week through a combination of studio sessions, mat classes and home exercises.
Pilates exercises are performed through a wide range of movements and work on lengthening the muscles at the same time as strengthening them. To increase flexibility, stretching exercises need to be performed daily.
The Clinical Pilates exercises used in our Core, Strength & Mobility classes focus on strengthening the weakened postural muscles and stretching the tight muscles that pull the body into these poor postures. Studio sessions are the best way to improve posture as our physiotherapists can develop a program to target your specific postural problems. Pilates can also be used for back pain as it relaxes and strengthens the muscles, easing the discomfort.
Our Core, Strength & Mobility classes use Clinical Pilates techniques which are fantastic for injury rehabilitation and prevention as it works on core stability, posture, flexibility, and correcting muscle imbalances and weaknesses via specific strengthening. It can be used for arthritis, neck pain, back pain and various injuries.
Pilates is the secret tool that many high level and recreational athletes use to enhance their performance, decrease the risk of injuries and provide much-needed cross-training. Each sport has specific strength and flexibility requirements. When you book in for an assessment, your physiotherapist will look at the things you need to work on to improve your performance and then proceed to design a Pilates program for you.
✓ Back pain
✓ Neck pain
✓ Shoulder problems
✓ Hip and knee pain
✓ Arthritis
✓ Rehabilitation from injuries
✓ Rehabilitation from orthopedic surgery
✓ Neurological problems e.g. rehab from stroke or head injury, cerebral
✓ Rheumatological issues
✓ General conditioning concerns palsy, Parkinson’s disease
services & FACILITIES
- Street Parking
- Gym & Pilates Equipment
- NDIS Registered
- Medicare Rebates
- HICAPS Health Fund Claims
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Jesse Barnard
Physiotherapist
Kyle McGrath
Physiotherapist - Shoulder Pain
Kristen Nicholson
Physiotherapist - General & Lower Limb Rehab
Zakkiyya Latib
Physiotherapist - Women's Health, Lower Back and Hip
Suhail Varachia
Physiotherapist
Jessica Thompson
Exercise Physiologist
Briony McSwan
Physiotherapist - Neck Pain & Headache
Laura Perry
Physiotherapist - Low Back & Pelvic Pain
Jesse Barnard
Physiotherapist
Jesse brings a unique and diverse background to physiotherapy, having previously worked in emergency services and the fitness industry before finding his true calling in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. After suffering a debilitating low back injury and finding his own path to recovery, Jesse was inspired to help others navigate their own recovery journeys. He graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from James Cook University in Townsville.
Jesse is particularly passionate about low back pain and sporting injuries, with a keen interest in treating combat sports athletes and emergency service personnel. He believes in empowering patients with clear education and practical solutions to achieve lasting results.
Outside the clinic, Jesse is an avid martial artist and enjoys weight lifting and calisthenics.
Jesse is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore.
Kyle McGrath
Physiotherapist - Shoulder Pain
Growing up in Maryborough Queensland, Kyle completed his studies in Brisbane, graduating with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland with First Class Honours. Kyle brings a strong knowledge of exercise prescription having also completed a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology at the University of Queensland and is committed to providing quality patient-centred care.
Kyle has a passion for musculoskeletal physiotherapy and pain management. He believes in taking the time with patients to listen to their concerns and provide useful education that empowers them to get back to living the lives they want to lead!
Outside of the clinic, Kyle loves hiking and exploring the outdoors. He enjoys playing volleyball and soccer and spends his weekends cheering on the Parramatta Eels in the footy.
Kyle is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore.
Kristen Nicholson
Physiotherapist - General & Lower Limb Rehab
Kristen is originally from Johannesburg, South Africa. This is where she completed her education at the University of Pretoria, obtaining her Bachelors degree in Sports Science (CumLaude) and her Bachelors in degree in Physiotherapy. Kris has been practising and developing her skills and knowledge in Physiotherapy treatment and rehabilitation for the last 6 years in South Africa.
Working in private practice as well as hospital setting, her primary focus is in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, post operative rehabilitation, sports injuries and orthopaedics. Kris clinical interests focus on lower limb especially hip and knee, arthritic conditions and education, sporting injuries, strength and conditioning and rehabilitation specifically post operatively.
Kris enjoys to work with people of all ages and abilities in a holistic approach of treatment and rehabilitation to improve and maintain their desired quality of life.
Kris has three key interests in her spare time, coffee, sports and outdoors. Following a completive sporting background specifically in swimming and triathlons back in SA, Kris is an avid swimmer, crossfitter, beach lover and all things active and outdoors.
Kristen is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore.
Zakkiyya Latib
Physiotherapist - Women's Health, Lower Back and Hip
Zakkiyya completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree at the University of Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa. She owned her own practice and Clinical Pilates studio for 7 years before relocating to Australia. Zakkiyya has experience in many fields including aged care, cardiopulmonary physio, and musculoskeletal physio with a focus on lower back and hip pain.
Zakkiyya has a special interest in Women’s Health Physiotherapy, completing her Level 1 and Level 2 APA Women’s Health Training, and loves helping women achieve their goals through every stage of life. She enjoys working closely with her patients and structuring programs that suit each individual best. She is a firm believer in a holistic approach to treatment so that together we can achieve more!
A motto that Zakkiyya likes to live by is that ‘It’s never too early or too late to work towards being the healthiest version of yourself!’
Outside of treating, Zakkiyya loves cycling, kayaking, hiking, and pretty much anything involving the outdoors.
Zakkiyya is available for Physiotherapy appointments at our Buderim and Maroochydore clinics.
Suhail Varachia
Physiotherapist
Suhail (pronounced ‘Su-hayl’) is originally from Johannesburg and completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the prestigious University of Stellenbosch in Cape Town, South Africa in 2015. As an international based physiotherapist, he has experience working in the public and private sector in both the hospital and outpatient setting.
He has worked successfully in an interdisciplinary team to rehabilitate patients pre- and post-surgery, returning to work as well as athletes involved in running, AFL, Rugby Union, Rugby League, soccer, weightlifting, surfing, surf lifesaving, gymnastics.
Suhail enjoys collaborating with clients of all ages and activity levels. He enjoys forming lasting and authentic relationships and working towards achieving goals that matter to his clients.
Suhail has a keen interest in dry needling and has further training in functional strength and conditioning, sports physiotherapy, and vestibular rehabilitation.
Suhail is enthusiastic about holistic medicine, healthy living and is a sports enthusiast. When he is not seeing clients he does CrossFit, swimming, social soccer and running.
Suhail is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore.
Jessica Thompson
Exercise Physiologist
Jessica completed her studies here on the Sunshine Coast, graduating with a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology. She has a strong interest in evidence-based exercise prescription and is passionate about helping individuals move better, feel stronger, and build sustainable habits that support long-term health.
With a particular interest in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation, Jessica focuses on delivering individualised programs that are practical, achievable, and aligned with each client’s goals.
She values a collaborative approach to care, taking the time to educate and support her clients throughout their rehabilitation journey. When she’s not in the clinic, Jessica enjoys equestrian sports, particularly show jumping and trail riding, as well as baking and spending time with family.
Jessica is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore.
Briony McSwan
Physiotherapist - Neck Pain & Headache
To book an appointment with Briony, please contact the Maroochydore clinic on (07) 5479 1777.
Originally hailing from South Australia, Briony has been a physiotherapist for her entire career (it’s rude to ask exactly how long!). She completed degrees in both Biochemistry and Physiotherapy from Adelaide University and Uni SA. Briony has worked all around Australia in just about every field of physiotherapy including assisting the military in the Northern Territory.
She and her family have been on the Sunshine Coast for over 25 years and they still love it as much as the day they first moved there.
For the past 15 years, Briony has focussed on her skills on head, neck and jaw pain. She has done significant extra study in these areas as well as in the fields of vestibular physiotherapy and concussion management. So often these conditions occur together so Briony takes a ‘whole body’ approach towards managing them both which is unique.
Briony loves to surf and run and is a long time patrolling member and competitor for Alexandra Headlands Surf Live Saving Club.
Briony is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore.
Laura Perry
Physiotherapist - Low Back & Pelvic Pain
Laura graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of South Australia, and since then has been working in rehabilitation centres and private practice. Laura has developed a passion for low back and spinal rehabilitation and working closely with GPs and specialists.
Laura believes in a holistic approach to injury and management by addressing issues at a functional and impairment level to help her patients achieve their goals and get them back to optimal functioning and performance.
Laura has postgraduate training in lower back and pelvic injuries and clinical Pilates and spinal rehabilitation. She regularly attends further training to ensure that her clinical skills and knowledge are kept up to date. Laura enjoys the outdoors, surfing and spending time with family and friends.
Laura is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore.
What Maroochydore Patients Say
Excellent service, generously arranged an appointment quickly as I was suffering sharp pain. Initial response was very good and I felt like I was being cared for by Professionals.
The questions and diagnoses of my lower back issue was accurate and the pre treatment revealed two other contributory issues which made perfect sense to me as they were explained very clearly. The path forward also made sense and I feel I am on my way to some comfort from the continual pain. A follow up plan after treatment was agreed and I am very satisfied I can complete the plan and understand my role going forward with a regime of excersize to assist me.
I thoroughly recommend making an appointment for a consultation and treatment for any discomfort you may experience in joint or muscular pain. They will really explain things and treat your aliment very carefully.
Finding it hard to find health practitioners that work 1 or 2 late nights a week, so I have to leave work early or spend my weekends there. Sports and Spinal look after a lot of my body parts.
Ricki-Lee my Dietician. Carly a Physiotherapist helped get me stronger and swimming in a straight line : ) great that whilst I was seeing a physio of S&S for an injury I was able to do Pilates with a very knowledgeable physio or Exercise Physiologist who could report back to my Physio. Also very knowledgeable massage therapists
Great team of knowledgeable therapists. You are in good hands with this clinic. They are all very caring. I had a massage with Jarred to help settle my migraines. I highly recommend them 👌
I am writing to express my sincere appreciation to Suhail, Physiotherapist, for the person centred and holistic care plan for return to work.
The care plan made a huge difference.
Thank you to Kyle and the Sports and Spinal team. I can’t recommend them enough if you are looking for incredible health care professionals all under the one roof.
Amazing service and staff. Briony was amazing and very caring and supportive. Highly recommend this service.
Zakkiyya is amazing! She is incredibly welcoming and will absolutely push you where needed!
Lovely place .Very good professional people. Staff very friendly and very obliging. Matt my physio is very caring and does not expect me to do more than I am capable off. Very happy place. I certainly do recommend Sports and Spinal Maroochydore! 🙂
That`s a wrap on another successful Better Outcomes Conference, proudly hosted in collaboration with @travis_schultz_partners!
Welcome in. 💚
Our team had an wonderful time at the @physioaustralia Career Connect event on Saturday! 🥳
It`s Tradies National Health Month, an initiative by @physioaustralia (APA) highlighting the physical and mental demands faced by Australia`s tradies.
One week to go! 🎉
We couldn`t have said it better than @sportsandspinalstrathpine 😂
It takes an incredible team to bring Better Outcomes Conference to life, and we couldn`t do it without our amazing sponsors!
It’s hard to believe we’re almost eight months into the year!
This weekend, we brought together people from across healthcare, allied health and personal injury for a day of learning, connection and collaboration, all with one shared goal: better outcomes for the people we support.
We were especially proud to bring together Katie Lyndon, CEO of Exercise & Sports Science Australia, and Rob LoPresti, CEO of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, for the first time. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to connect with our physiotherapy and exercise physiology teams, as well as the wider Sports & Spinal Group, and share ideas about the future of our professions.
A huge thank you to our incredible experts, panellists and presenters for sharing their knowledge, and to our generous sponsors, VALD, ASICS, EMS DolorClast Oceania, Alpha Sport and Bared Footwear, for helping make the day such a success.
We’re already looking forward to Better Outcomes 2027. Until then, we can’t wait to see the ideas, connections and knowledge from this year continue to make a difference.
#BetterOutcomes2026 #MultidisciplinaryCare #AlliedHealth
From a first appointment to a familiar routine, we love being part of your health journey.
We had the opportunity to connect with the future generation of physiotherapists, discuss private practice and community (@team_rehab_solutions ) pathways, showcase some of our VALD equipment and book in multiple interviews!
If you’re interested in working with Sports & Spinal Group, our team are now accepting EOl’s for 2027 New Grad positions. Link in bio!
We can’t wait for next year’s event!
The latest APA survey paints a concerning picture:
🔨 90% of tradies experienced work-related injuries or pain in the past year
🔨 76% said pain significantly impacts their quality of life
🔨 42% described their pain as severe
🔨 24% worry they`ll need to retire early because of the toll their work takes on their bodies
Whether you`re on the tools every day or managing the demands of a physically demanding job, looking after your body matters.
Our multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, podiatrists, occupational therapists, psychologists, dietitians, massage therapists and more, can work with you to assess injuries, manage pain, support recovery and help you stay healthy for the long haul.
A big thank you to the Australian Physiotherapy Association for continuing to shine a light on the health and wellbeing of Australia`s tradies through Tradies National Health Month.
#TradiesNationalHealthMonth #SportsandSpinal #Physiotherapy
In just seven days, the Better Outcomes Conference 2026 will bring together an incredible community of clinicians, legal professionals and industry leaders for a day of learning, collaboration and connection.
We`re looking forward to welcoming everyone to Brisbane and sharing a day dedicated to one shared goal: better outcomes.
See you soon!
#BetterOutcomesConference #BetterOutcomesConference2026 #HealthcareCollaboration #AlliedHealth #SportsAndSpinal
Every Google review is a reminder of the impact our clinicians have each day, and we`re incredibly grateful to everyone who takes the time to share their experience!
Thank you for your support. If you`ve visited one of our clinics, the team would love to see your experience on their Google pages! 🙏
A huge thank you to these fantastic organisations for jumping on board and helping make the Better Outcomes Conference 2026 possible. We`re so excited to have you with us for a day of learning, collaboration and connection.
See you in two weeks!
To our 2026 New Grad cohort, we couldn’t be prouder of everything you’ve achieved.
Over the past few months, we’ve watched you grow in confidence, embrace every learning opportunity and build meaningful relationships with your patients. Seeing your appointment books fill, hearing the positive feedback from patients and colleagues, and watching you settle into your teams has been incredibly rewarding.
Recently, we also came together for our Mid-Year Refresher Training, taking time to reflect, reconnect and continue building on everything you`ve learned so far. Supporting our New Grads doesn`t stop after orientation, it`s something we`re committed to throughout the year and beyond.
You`re doing an incredible job, and we can`t wait to see what the rest of the year has in store.
#SportsandSpinal #NewGradLife #AlliedHealthCareers
