Sports & Spinal Burleigh is located in Treetops Square at 10B/2 Classic Way, Burleigh Waters, QLD 4220. The clinic is conveniently located near Burleigh Heads, West Burleigh, Varsity Lakes, Burleigh Waters, Palm Beach, Tallebudgera, Reedy Creek, Miami, Elanora and Mudgeeraba.
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. Our Accredited Exercise Physiologists provide evidence-driven programs focused on functional strength, chronic disease management and long-term physical performance. Programs are adapted to meet individual health status and movement capacity.
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.
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.
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.
Sports & Spinal Burleigh 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
- Gym & Pilates Equipment
- NDIS Registered
- Medicare Rebates
- HICAPS Health Fund Claims
OUR TEAM
- Any
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- Beenleigh
- Brisbane
- Broadbeach
- Buderim
- Burleigh
- Caloundra
- Chermside
- Coolum
- Fraser Coast
- Gold Coast
- Gympie
- Hervey Bay
- Indooroopilly
- Ipswich
- Kawana
- Logan
- Maroochydore
- Morayfield
- Moreton Bay
- Mt Gravatt
- Nambour
- Noosa
- North Lakes
- Redcliffe
- Robina
- Runaway Bay
- Sippy Downs
- Springfield
- St Lucia
- Sunshine Coast
- Woolloongabba
- Wynnum
Mahlia Snowden
Exercise Physiologist
Mahlia Snowden
Exercise Physiologist
Mahlia is a dedicated advocate for health and wellbeing, with a special interest in neurological rehabilitation and women’s health. Originally from the Northern Territory, her journey led her to the Gold Coast, where she completed a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Griffith University in 2023. During her studies, she developed a strong understanding of how the human body moves and functions, and how exercise can play a crucial role in recovery and long-term health.
Driven by a genuine passion to help others improve their quality of life, Mahlia works with a wide range of clients, including those supported by the NDIS, veterans through DVA, and individuals under WorkCover and CTP schemes. She brings a holistic and empathetic approach to each person’s unique needs.
Mahlia also has firsthand experience with the power of sport to promote health and resilience. As an active rugby union player and trainer, she combines her love of sport with her professional knowledge, applying practical insights into how exercise supports strength, mobility, and overall wellbeing.
Mahlia is available for Exercise Physiology consults at our Burleigh and Robina clinics.
What Burleigh Patients Say
From the moment you walk in you feel comfortable being here. I have been to a few physios around the coast but Sports and Spinal Burleigh exceeded my expectations. I have been seen for headaches, back pain and most recently a nasty shoulder injury and they have been amazing. Saw Aaliyah yesterday and my pain has almost gone. Highly recommended
I am back to walking the golf course, thanks to Alex’s expertise and care. Instead of rushing into surgery, Alex suggested an alternative that has worked well for me. While a knee replacement may be in my future, it is fortunately not imminent. Alex’s expert knowledge of a golfer’s body mechanics comes from being a single-figure handicap golfer himself. Combined with his golf-specific physiotherapy training, he is well-equipped to help any golfer maximize their potential through targeted care and exercises. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Alex and the great team at Burleigh Sports & Spinal.
As far as I’m concerned Alex is an absolute genius, and such a caring and thoughtful professional. He fixed my plantar fasciitis last year when I thought it was hopeless. He’s worked with my husband and managed to diagnose something super random with his hamstring. He’s now working his magic on my knee. I’ve really appreciated the way he stays up to date on the latest research and really listens to what’s going on.
The new premises at Burleigh are just lovely and the whole team are so friendly. I’m forever recommending Alex to people (even if they aren’t injured!).
After a good 6 months of pain every time I exercised weight training I decided to book in here to be assessed.
From the get go Brad had so much knowledge and he instantly knew how to treat my back and shoulder pain. After implementing his training program and certain exercises, I noticed a HUGE improvement in just one week.
I honestly can’t recommend his services any higher (and the whole team). Thanks to Brad I am back training in the gym pain free and will continue making his program a permanent part of my training routine.
Wow, what a great team at Burleigh Sports and Spinal.
Alex the physiotherapist and Mahalia the exercise physiologist know their stuff and worked together to develop my personal exercise program to help me regain my strength and balance. The group pilaties classes are a great place for me to implement my prescribed exercises under their supervision.
Great work and a massive thank you cheers Pip
Hi, Mahalia at Burleigh many many thanks for your devotion to your job and clients.
Because of Mahalia’s exceptional understanding of how our muscles all work together and how to apply her extensive knowledge of how to safely and progressively extend my range of movement and strength my stability on my feet has greatly improved.
I do a combination of Pilates, weights and balance exercises specifically targeted to meet my needs.
How do we know? Because after 12 weeks we have just repeated my assessment tests to log my actual progress and wow I’ve really improved my balance and strength I’m thrilled and so very thankful that I’m no longer a high risk candidate for a fall.
Three cheers for Mahalia you are 💯🎉🤩
Alex Dopper is an exceptionally gifted and experienced physiotherapist. I had a 50 year old injury I had given up on but aster his treatment I now have 100% movement. I can’t recommend this clinic highly enough.
Highly recommend Alex,having a old injury for over 10 years,Alex’s knowledge and experience is 100%,after 3 visits my injury I cannot believe the difference how far it has improved,would only attended this practice,so comfortable and relaxed environment.Alex your professional and a beautiful soul,thank you.
Landon is a great Physio and spends the right amount of time talking and demonstrating physiotherapy.
Booked an appointment with Brad as I was having knee pain and he was so thorough and clear. Such a lovely environment and made me feel really at ease. Got to the bottom of the issue and already seeing improvements. Highly recommend!!
Our brand new Beenleigh clinic is almost ready to open its doors! 🎉
It’s officially #NewGradWeek at Sports & Spinal Group! 🎓
$30 Off Back-to-School Appointments with @podiatryatsportsandspinal! 👟
Got a trigger point ball and need some exercise inspo? 🥎
One week after opening the doors of our brand new Maroochydore clinic, we’re loving welcoming patients into our new space!
Say hello to the Sports & Spinal Beenleigh team 👋
It`s official! Sports & Spinal Beenleigh is relocating to a brand new, bigger space this February.
We’ll never ask you to do something we haven’t done or coached ourselves….
Our experienced team will continue to provide the full range of allied health services, including:
✅Physiotherapy
✅Remedial Massage
✅Exercise Physiology
✅Dietetics
✅+ MORE
We can’t wait to welcome you to our new space on February 2nd, 2026!
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This morning our New Grads have received their Welcome Packs, including their brand new uniforms, a waterbottle from the legendary team at @project_pargo, our @lskd team discount cards and some other goodies.
Follow along for more updates! We can’t wait to get started.
Starting the school year comfortably and confidently starts with healthy feet. Our podiatry team is offering $30 off appointments for children under 18 until the end of January!
Give your child the support they need for happy, healthy feet. Spots are limited, so head to the link in our bio to book today!
Back to School Offer: Terms and Conditions
Offer valid for one podiatry appointment for patients under 18 years of age. $30 discount applies to podiatry appointments at participating Sports & Spinal clinics offering podiatry services. Offer valid for appointments booked and attended between 12 January 2026 and 31 January 2026. The offer must be mentioned at the time of booking, or if booking online, advised to reception upon arrival. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer and not valid at non-participating Sports & Spinal clinics. Patients are responsible for confirming rebate eligibility with their private health fund.
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Our physiotherapist, Michael from @sportsandspinalgabba, shares a few of his personal favourites to get you moving and feeling better.
As always, please go ahead with caution and reach out to our team if you have any questions!
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Our experienced team at Sports & Spinal Maroochydore provides care across physiotherapy, podiatry, remedial massage, exercise physiology, women’s health physiotherapy, Pilates, dietetics, and more.
We’re here to deliver personalised care tailored to your needs and support your health and wellbeing.
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At our brand-new Beenleigh clinic, opening on February 2nd, both familiar and new faces are ready to help the community move, recover, and feel their best. With expertise across physiotherapy, exercise physiology, dietetics, and more, there’s support for every stage of your health journey.
➡️ Link in bio to book or meet the team
This new clinic will let our team better support the Beenleigh community with physiotherapy, exercise physiology, dietetics, remedial masage and more. Same dedication. Same compassionate care. Just a bigger, brighter space to help you reach your health goals. Stay tuned for more information!
➡️ Book using the link in our bio!
We couldn’t not reshare this masterpiece from @sportsandspinalcaloundra 😄
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