Sports & Spinal Beenleigh is located in the heart of Beenleigh. We can be found within the Main Street Medical & Dental Centre. conveniently located near Eagleby, Waterford, Loganlea, Crestmead, Daisy Hill, Ormeau, Pimpama, Windaroo, Shailer Park, Edens Landing, Holmview and Loganholme.
Accredited Exercise Physiologists are allied health professionals providing exercise and lifestyle therapies to prevent and manage chronic disease, injury, and disability.
An Exercise Physiologist (EP) is a 4 year, University-trained Allied Health professional who is an exercise prescription expert. They will work with you to design a specific exercise program tailored to your injuries, health status and goals.
Our Exercise Physiologists at Sports & Spinal can help your condition by working with you to formulate an appropriate treatment plan to assist in reaching your specific goals. Exercise Physiologists use movement and exercise in conjunction with specific education and motivational guidance to treat and manage your conditions.
At Beenleigh, many clients come to Exercise Physiology after physiotherapy to keep progressing – especially after workplace injuries, combat sports and long-standing pain. Feedback often mentions how programs are realistic, supportive and designed around real-life work and training demands.
Sports & Spinal’s accredited Exercise Physiologist can assist with Diabetes & Obesity, General Health & Wellbeing, Mental Health Issues, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Neurological Conditions, Strength & Conditioning, Women’s Health, Aging, Chronic Pain, Fatigue, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Paediatrics and Cancer.
Exercise facilitates changes within the body that increases its efficiency. This allows us to be able to manage conditions or diseases, that can cause our bodies to not function to the best ability.
You can expect our Exercise Physiologist to listen to your personal story and ask questions, so they can work with you to guide an appropriate treatment plan. Our Exercise Physiologist will complete a detailed, goal-focused, clinical, and functional assessment.
Patients describe sessions as professional and structured, but also supportive – they feel heard, guided and encouraged as their strength, confidence and function improve.
Treatment will vary and be specific to you but will likely involve modified movement and exercises to build your capacity and function through strength, fitness, balance, and more. Treatment will change and progress while working alongside your Exercise Physiologist. Our Exercise physiologists will provide education on health, conditions, injuries and what to do and what not to do may take place in different environments, including our onsite gym, your regular gym and pools, depending on your interests and goals. Our Exercise Physiologist believes in a multi-disciplinary approach and will work with other health professionals to help manage your condition.
In Beenleigh, this often means collaborating with physiotherapists to bridge the gap between hands-on treatment and long-term strength, so you don’t lose progress once pain starts to settle.
Sports & Spinal Beenleigh is NDIS registered and accepts Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment.
services & FACILITIES
- On-Site Parking (5 spaces)
- Street Parking
- Gym Equipment
- NDIS Registered
- Medicare Rebates
- HICAPS Health Fund Claims

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Belinda Fribence
Exercise Physiologist
Belinda Fribence
Exercise Physiologist
Belinda Fribence graduated with a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology on top of her degree in Bachelor of Exercise Science. As well as this, Belinda is a full member of Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).
Belinda’s passion in the field of Exercise Physiology is driven by her past as a competitive athlete in the world of Track and Field and sustaining carer changing injuries. As a result, she has become driven to provide holistic care with the aim of helping individuals regain their mobility and functionality as well as improving the methods of injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Working closely with surfers and martial art athletes as well as being one herself she has developed a key passion in improving the longevity and mobility of joints, particularly in the hips. Working with the body in a 360-degree approach is a personal goal of hers and is aiming to build upon her knowledge and expertise in this field.
Belinda is available for exercise physiology consults at our Beenleigh clinic.
What Beenleigh Patients Say
Recently completed a round of treatment with John for nerve pain in my shoulder that I’ve struggled with for years. After visiting various doctors who hadn’t offered any real solutions, John was able to isolate and explain the cause of the problem within minutes. In only a handful of visits, I’ve seen real improvement with my pain and have learned techniques to help me moving forward. John put me at ease through the whole process and was great to work with. Highly recommend!
Professional and kind staff. They treat you as human which definitely helps with the recovery process. I also train and they cater the therapy to work with the training to get you back into it in the fastest yet safest way. Highly recommended
Johnny was great, knows his stuff and didn’t muck around. He definitely helped with my tight muscles and printed me some stretches to do daily. Thanks so much!
I have been going here for over 6mths now and the staff are wonderful. Johnny is a terrific physio and Sam at reception is always happy and welcoming. Awesome place to help get you on your way to good health.
Thank you, to sports and spinal Beenleigh for what they’ve done. And receptionist , very friendly, easy to talk to and organising my appointments. Thank you sam. And Johnny. Thank you for done my physio. To show me how to stretch properly an exercises helping. me with my pain. In lower back? It’s been a long journey, thank you very much for everyone.
John is an amazing physiotherapist who listened to my limitations and helped my recovery back into the work field, making my everyday life easier and no longer painful. Extremely grateful and blessed to have met him. Thank you to everyone at sports & spinal! Eden 🙂
I’ve been using sports and spinal Beenleigh for almost 12 months after a workplace injury. Through the whole process they have been very helpful and supportive and with a lot of knowledge. They have helped my progression in getting back into the workforce without any complaints and no added stress. The reception staff are very easy to communicate with and always make me feel appreciated and not just another number. I would highly recommend to anyone.
Clinton helped sort out my neck and wrist pain. He’s very insightful and knowledgeable. He gave me the exact exercises I need and the results came immediately. He’s a pro at what he does, and I highly recommend booking with him.
Quite possible the best physio you will come across in SEQ. Request John and thank me later. Outstanding physio with so much knowledge and understanding.
How we feel knowing New Grad Week is just around the corner 😍
Less than a week to go! ⏱️
A new year often comes with new goals, or a few old ones we’d love to revisit. But sometimes, pain, tightness, or not knowing where to start can get in the way.
Our brand new Maroochydore clinic is almost ready to open its doors! 🎉
Happy Holidays from all of us at Sports & Spinal!
Say hello to the Sports & Spinal Maroochydore team 👋
Few careers span 50 years with the same purpose and passion. Linda Bennetts is one of them, and her impact reaches generations of patients and clinicians.
👋 Meet Marina!
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Our brand new Maroochydore clinic opens on January 12th, but there’s no need to wait! You can secure your appointment today.
➡️ Link in bio to book online
At Sports & Spinal, our team is here to help. From physiotherapy and exercise physiology to dietetics, podiatry, remedial massage and psychology, we support every part of your journey, helping you move confidently, recover safely, and care for your body and mind.
Whatever your goals this year, we’re here to guide you, step by step, toward feeling your best. 🌿
To find your nearest clinic, click the link in our bio!
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Our experienced team will continue to provide the full range of allied health services, including:
✅Physiotherapy
✅Podiatry
✅Remedial Massage
✅Women`s Health Physiotherapy
✅Exercise Physiology
✅CSM Pilates Classes
✅Dietetics
✅+ MORE
We can’t wait to welcome you to our new space on January 12th, 2026!
➡️ Learn more or book your spot via the link in our bio.
We wish you and your loved ones a happy, healthy, and holiday season. 💙
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In our brand new Maroochydore clinic, opening January 12th, both familiar and new faces are ready to help the community move, recover, and feel their best. With expertise across physiotherapy, podiatry, exercise physiology, women’s health, and more, there’s support for every stage of your health journey.
➡️Book or learn more about the team via the link in our bio
From a chance pivot at university to working with elite athletes, to overcoming serious injury and returning with even deeper empathy, Linda’s journey is defined by resilience, courage, and care.
She has broken barriers in a male-dominated field, led successful practices, and mentored countless physiotherapists, many of whom are still working alongside her today.
We’re proud to celebrate this incredible milestone and honour Linda’s ongoing contribution to the Sports & Spinal team. Her experience, wisdom, and dedication make a difference every day. 💛
Read the full story on our blog, link in bio.
Marina is a physiotherapist with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Australian Catholic University) and a Bachelor of Exercise Science, First-Class Honours (Griffith University). She’s passionate about helping clients move safely while managing injuries or health conditions.
Specialising in musculoskeletal and women’s health physiotherapy, Marina treats pelvic floor dysfunction, stress urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, and more. She’s also skilled in pessary fitting and antenatal assessments to support birth choices.
Outside the clinic, Marina loves CrossFit, diving, and running with her energetic Border Collie, and she brings this passion for movement to every client.
Book a General or Women’s Health Physio appointment with Marina at our Broadbeach clinic!
https://auappts.gensolve.com/sports__n__spinal_physiotherapy/clinician/details/marina_melnikoff
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