Sarah completed her Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast. She has a strong interest in rehabilitation-focused care and enjoys working with clients across musculoskeletal, neurological, and chronic health conditions.

Sarah believes in a collaborative, person-centred approach, working closely with her clients to understand their goals and deliver exercise programs that are evidence-based, safe, and meaningful. She enjoys supporting people to improve function, reduce pain, and enhance their quality of life through education and movement.

With a background in Pilates and movement-based training, Sarah has a strong eye for quality movement and helps clients develop strength, control, and confidence through well-progressed exercise. She has completed extensive clinical placements in rehabilitation settings, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to support injury recovery, post-surgical rehabilitation, and long-term health conditions.

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys Pilates, hiking, spending time at the beach, and unwinding with a good book.

Sarah is available for Exercise Physiology consults at Sports & Spinal Baringa and Kawana.

Shannon is an experienced exercise physiologist with a special focus on women’s health, particularly pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause taking an integrated approach with our dedicated Women’s Health Physiotherapy team. Shannon combines this passion with an exceptional understanding and passion for adolescent athletics. Originally from the USA, Shannon holds a Bachelor’s in Athletic Training and a Master’s in Exercise and Sports Medicine. Additionally, she completed a Master’s in Clinical Exercise Physiology at Australian Catholic University in Brisbane.

Shannon takes a holistic approach to supporting her clients, recognizing that achieving health and wellness involves nurturing the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. She believes that exercise should be enjoyable, not a chore, and works hard to ensure that every session is engaging and fun.

Having lived on the Sunshine Coast for the past 10 years, Shannon enjoys spending her free time enjoying the local beaches and chasing after her two toddlers.

Shannon is available for exercise physiology appointments at Kawana Sports & Spinal.

Tenikka completed her exercise physiology degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast in 2017. Tenikka is driven to help people manage their conditions through exercise prescription and education on behaviour change for long-term management.

Tenikka has many years of experience working with chronic disease management including musculoskeletal, neurological, and metabolic conditions, in particular working largely in the NDIS and Work Cover space. Her welcoming nature has her patients at ease and open to setting new goals and creating positive change.

Outside of work she spends her time at the gym, in the garden or reading a good book.

Tenikka is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at our Kawana location.