Sports & Spinal Coolum is located on the beautiful Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast, conveniently located near Peregian Beach, Yandina, and Mudjimba.
With a strong focus on core conditioning, breathing and body awareness, our Core, Strength & Mobility (CSM) classes provide a safe and highly effective way to improve flexibility, strength and control without adding bulk or placing unnecessary stress on your joints.
Classes incorporate a variety of exercises designed to develop balance, power, strength and stability. Sessions can be completed using specialised Pilates equipment — including reformers, trapeze tables and exercise balls — in our CSM Studio classes, or in mat-based classes that utilise bodyweight and minimal equipment.
Programs are individually tailored and progressively adjusted using clear clinical criteria, making CSM suitable for rehabilitation, injury prevention, or maintaining strength after physiotherapy. From your first session, we provide ongoing guidance and education so you continue to move better, feel stronger and build confidence in your body.
Our Core, Strength & Mobility classes are designed as a sustainable fitness approach for life. They are the perfect complement to cardiovascular exercise, sport and rehabilitation, helping you feel toned, energised and moving with ease.
Both Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists with Clinical Pilates experience lead our classes. Clinical Pilates refers to personalised, one-on-one Pilates often used in injury rehabilitation and alongside physiotherapy treatment. At Sports & Spinal Coolum, we offer both individual and class-based options to suit your specific needs.
All participants are required to complete an initial assessment with a Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist before joining a class. This allows us to introduce you safely to equipment and exercises, while identifying any injuries or movement restrictions to ensure your program is appropriate and effective.
Sessions are delivered within a clinical environment to ensure the right level of supervision, technique correction and progression.
Sports & Spinal Coolum 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
- On-Site Parking (5 spaces)
- Street Parking
- Gym & Pilates Equipment
- NDIS Registered
- Medicare Rebates
- HICAPS Health Fund Claims
OUR TEAM
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- Beenleigh
- Brisbane
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- Buderim
- Burleigh
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- Coolum
- Fraser Coast
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- Mt Gravatt
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- Robina
- Runaway Bay
- Sippy Downs
- Springfield
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Brooke Wilson
Physiotherapist - Neck & Upper Limb
Samuel Gillespie
Physiotherapist - Sports & General
Gemma Egan
Exercise Physiologist - Chronic Disease Management
Brooke Wilson
Physiotherapist - Neck & Upper Limb
Brooke now calls the Sunshine Coast home, moving from down south, she is thrilled to offer her expertise to the local community while embracing the vibrant coastal lifestyle.
With a strong foundation in private practice, Brooke has mastered evidence-based techniques and innovative approaches to patient care and rehabilitation. Her holistic approach ensures comprehensive treatment for a variety of concerns, allowing Brooke to be more targeted in her professional development in these specialty areas. Brooke also provides support for NDIS clients, showcasing her dedication to addressing diverse patient needs. She works with multiple specialists on the Sunshine coast and Brisbane providing the best up to date care.
Brooke’s areas of speciality include:
- Shoulder pain (rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, shoulder instability, dislocation, joint arthritis, AC joint and traumatic injuries)
- Neck pain
- Headaches
- Elbow pain
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
When she’s not in the clinic, Brooke loves to stay active through swimming, hiking, and exploring the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Her enthusiasm for an active lifestyle not only enriches her own life but also deepens her connection with patients, enhancing her holistic approach to physiotherapy.
Blending her expertise with a genuine passion for health and wellness, Brooke is a trusted partner in helping you achieve your best possible health and vitality.
Brooke is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Coolum.
Samuel Gillespie
Physiotherapist - Sports & General
Originally from Dalby and a graduate of the University of Queensland with honours, Sam built his clinical foundation where it counts: on the side line and in the rehab room. His 12-month internship with the South Logan Magpies gave him hands-on experience in acute injury management, injury prevention, and high-performance return-to-sport rehabilitation, skills he now brings to every patient he treats, whether they’re a professional athlete or a weekend warrior.
Sam’s passions and areas of specialty include:
- Sports injuries
- Concussion
- Neck and back pain
- Shoulder pain
He has a particular talent for helping active people get back to the sport, training, or lifestyle they love. Having competed in sport himself, he understands the physical and psychological toll that injury takes, and what it actually means to get back to full function, not just pain-free movement.
His approach is direct, evidence-based, and built around your goals. Sam takes the time to understand what you want to achieve, then builds a rehabilitation program designed to get you there and keep you there.
We are very lucky to now call Sam a Sunshine Coast local! Sam enjoys golf, rugby, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. That active, outdoor lifestyle isn’t just a hobby, it’s his passion for health, movement, and sport, driving his commitment to helping patients recover, perform, and live life to their fullest potential.
Sam is available for Physiotherapy appointments at Sports & Spinal Coolum.
Gemma Egan
Exercise Physiologist - Chronic Disease Management
Gemma has a strong belief that living an active healthy lifestyle improves both longevity and quality of life. She has completed a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Science and has gained accreditation as an Exercise Physiologist (AEP).
Gemma has developed a passion for spinal rehabilitation and improving the quality of life for those suffering from lower back pain. She has also worked with a wide range of conditions including but not limited to musculoskeletal injuries, obesity, diabetes, heart conditions, and osteoarthritis.
Gemma has a strong focus on prescribing programs that are individually tailored and that can be self-managed for future health and fitness.
Gemma’s interest is in Lower Back Pain, Diabetes, Chronic Disease & Osteoarthritis Exercise Physiologist
Gemma is available for Exercise Physiology appointments at Sports & Spinal Coolum.
What Coolum Patients Say
Kate was phenomenal!!! I incurred a groin injury during an ice hockey game, and was worried that my season was n jeopardy. Turns out it was a significant tear. But thanks to Kate’s treatment plan, positivity and hands on approach, I made a full recovery faster than my expectations!! Can’t thank her enough, or more highly recommend her as a physio!
Finding a medical clinic that is genuinely helpful has been a real challenge for me personally, as I deal with chronic back pain from an injury and chronic migraines. The friendly reception staff make you feel so welcome every single time – it truly doesn’t go unnoticed. Leah is an incredible massage therapist who has helped me so much with my neck pain, back pain, and migraines. Kate, the physiotherapist, has also been amazing in supporting my recovery with stretches, massage, and acupuncture. It has taken me over a year to find someone worth seeing, and I only wish I had started going sooner. I can’t recommend COOLUM Sports & Spinal enough! Friendly, professional, and they actually help you!! Thank you – Cassandra.
The staff are wonderful,
Helpful and understanding,
Great place they make you feel very welcome, great clinic, very clean,
Easy parking, great cafe’s around for lunch or just a coffee
One of the first times I’ve ever come out of a medical establishment feeling genuinely improved, it is unfortunate Dr. Rod is retiring, many sore bodys will miss his healing hands
The staff at Sports and Spinal are knowledgeable and professional, thanks to them I have been able to keep surfing despite my injuries.
What a wonderful place to heal! The staff not only excel at their professions but are friendly and welcoming as well.
After suffering knee and lower back pain for a long time it was relieved enormously after treatment from Physiotherapist Louise and a new approach in the gym designed by Sophie the Exercise Physiologist.
I have also improved my health and well being by seeing Candice the Dietitian and feel so much better for it! Not only have I lost weight but my blood pressure is down as is my cholesterol thanks to an ever evolving plan and oversight with regular appointments.
I recommend Sports and Spinal Coolum to everyone!
I found a physio Kate who was recommended to help me from bilateral knee surgery. Kate was great, she listened and encouraged a very determined patient get my mobility back and get back to work. Thankyou very much Kate, your professionalism, your work out programs and settle and frank assessments were very appreciated. I highly recommend anyone to give Coolum Sports & Spinal a call.
Thanks everyone Thanks Kate Well Done.
The Coolum Admin team are second to none! such a wonderful group of ladies and very helpful! I can’t fault the clinical advice I recieved. Koren put me on the right track and gave me the tools to make a great recovery.
I have going to Sports & Spinal Coolum for approximately 7 years. I was a broken down shell of a man with multiple physical & psychological issues. Sports & Spinal Coolum in particular Ms Louise Meek has played a huge role in getting me back to being healthy & having a great quality of life again.
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