Exercise physiologists in New Farm, Brisbane
Exercise physiologists are university-trained allied health professionals who use exercise to treat injuries, manage health conditions and help you move with confidence again. If your GP, surgeon or physio has suggested you see one, you're in the right place.
At Habitual, your sessions happen in a space that feels more like a home than a clinic. We take time to understand your history and goals, then build a program that fits your body and your life, whether that's getting ready for surgery, managing a long-term condition or simply getting back to the things you love.
How an exercise physiologist can help
Our exercise physiologists (EPs) work with people at every stage of life, including those who are:
- Returning to exercise, or starting for the first time
- Preparing for or recovering from surgery, such as a hip or knee replacement
- Rehabilitating an injury to a muscle, tendon or joint
- Living with chronic pain or fatigue
- Managing a chronic health condition, including heart health, diabetes and metabolic conditions
- Living with a neurological condition such as Parkinson's, stroke or MS
- Navigating perimenopause, menopause or bone health changes
- Wanting to return to running or stay strong as they age
- Rebuilding confidence with exercise after illness or a life change
How it works
Step 1: Start with a first consult
Every client begins with a 50-minute assessment. We'll talk through your history and goals, measure your strength and movement (VALD Dynamo Plus optional), and map out a plan that suits you.
Can't make it into the clinic? Telehealth is available for consults and 1:1 sessions.
Step 2: Choose how you train
1:1 Exercise Physiology
Individual sessions with your EP in our clinic gym. Ideal for new injuries, surgery prep and recovery, or complex health conditions.
Studio Strength
Work through your own program in a small group gym session, with an EP on hand to guide your form.
Reformer & Mat Pilates
1:1 or Small-group reformer and mat sessions focused on strength, control and pain relief.
1:1 Exercise Physiology
After your first consult, your Exercise Physiologist builds a program around your goals, your health and your everyday life. Sessions run one-on-one in our clinic gym and may use weights, bands, bodyweight or hydrotherapy, with your blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen levels monitored where needed.
You can train with your EP every session, or work through your program on your own and come back for reviews at a pace that suits you.
Follow up sessions: $145 (50 min) or $110 (30 min).
Reformer & Mat Pilates
Pilates focuses on posture, core strengthening, focus, balance, control, strength, breathing, and flexibility. It is often used in combination with exercise physiology to help you recover from injuries, prehabilitate for surgery, or manage pain post-surgery. It is particularly effective in reducing persistent musculoskeletal pain by strengthening and retraining your muscles to support your joints.
After your first consult, our EP’s offer 1/1 sessions or you can join one of our small group (2-5 people) pilates classes. Both reformer and mat pilates are available.
Studio Strength
Studio Strength is for anyone who wants to train with more independence while still having an EP in the room. It suits people managing an injury or health condition, anyone working towards a specific goal, and those who want help with form and confidence in the gym.
How it works
After your first consult, your EP builds you an individual program. You then join 1–2 small group gym sessions a week (maximum 4 people), working through your own program with an EP guiding you. After 6–8 weeks, you'll have a review and reassessment, then either continue with a new cycle or head off to train independently.
The number of sessions and length of each cycle can be adjusted around your injury or availability.
Studio Strength: $60 per session, or $440 for an 8-pack (save $40).
Pricing
Starter Package
$320 (2 x 50min)
First consult + a Follow-up Session
First Consult
$220 (50min)
Screening, assessment & programming
Follow up Session
$145 (50min) / $110 (30min)
Supervised program or review
Studio Strength
$60 (50min)
Independent program in a group setting with EP supervision
8-Pack Studio Strength
$440 (8 x 50min) — save $40
8 x Studio Strength sessions
Meet our exercise physiologists
Kerryn Hamilton-Smith
CLINICAL EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
Pilates Mat Work & Reformer Qualified
Kerryn takes an evidence-based approach to exercise, tailoring every program to the individual. She's passionate about using movement to support people at any stage of life, helping clients feel stronger, more confident and more capable in their everyday lives. Kerryn takes the time to understand each client's goals, experiences and lifestyle, so every program is both effective and achievable.
Kerryn's areas of interest include neurological conditions, injury rehabilitation and prevention, healthy ageing, and supporting people living with chronic health conditions. She believes exercise should be enjoyable, purposeful and sustainable, and works alongside each client to build a routine that fits their life and creates lasting change.
Mackenzie Fennell
CLINICAL EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
Pilates Mat Work & Reformer Qualified
Mackenzie is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist who combines clinical knowledge with a compassionate approach, ensuring clients feel understood, supported, and confident in their bodies.
Mackenzie’s background includes working in clinical settings and multidisciplinary teams, conducting research into women’s health and metabolic conditions, and lecturing in Exercise Science.
Mackenzie’s areas of interest include Women’s Health (menopause, bone health), healthy ageing, neurological conditions (Parkinsons, Stroke, MS) and supporting people to rebuild confidence with exercise after injury, illness, or life transitions.
Georgia Hardy
DIRECTOR/ SENIOR EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
Pilates Mat Work & Reformer Qualified, Yoga Teacher (250 hr RTT), Certified Breath Coach (YACEP-15)
Georgia is in her ninth year of private practice. Her passion continues to be empowering people to do movement they enjoy, regularly, and building their knowledge and confidence so they can manage their own health and injuries for the long run.
Georgia's areas of interest include chronic pain and fatigue, mental health, return to running, and lower limb musculoskeletal (muscle and joint) rehabilitation.
Exercise physiology funding & FAQs
Do I need a referral?
No, you can book directly. You'll need a referral if you're claiming through Medicare, WorkCover or DVA, so bring it to your first consult.
Can I claim through Medicare?
If you're living with a chronic health condition, you may be eligible. Your GP can refer you under a GP Chronic Condition Management Plan, which gives you up to five rebated allied health sessions each calendar year. These are shared across all allied health services on your plan, and your plan needs to have been prepared or reviewed in the last 18 months. Medicare rebates apply to individual sessions only.
Can I claim through my private health fund?
Exercise physiology is covered by most private health funds with extras cover. Check with your fund to see what you're entitled to, and claim on the spot at the clinic.
Do you see NDIS participants?
Yes - Our EP's welcome NDIS participants with plan-managed funding and invoice your plan manager directly. As we're not a registered NDIS provider, we're unable to accept NDIA-managed plans, but you're always welcome to book with us privately.
Self-managed participants can also legally use unregistered providers. If you'd like to include them, change "plan-managed funding" to "plan-managed or self-managed funding" and add: "Self-managed clients pay at the time of their appointment and claim back through the NDIS. Get in touch to talk about how we can support your goals, including ahead of a plan review.
Do you treat WorkCover and CTP claims?
Yes. Our EPs are WorkCover approved and treat work-related injuries and motor vehicle accident claims. We'll work with you and your case manager on a program that supports your recovery and a safe return to work.
Do you see DVA clients?
Yes. Our EPs are experienced in working with DVA clients. You'll need a referral from your GP.
What should I bring and wear to my first consult?
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in, and bring any referrals, scans or reports related to your condition or injury.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on your goals and what you're working on. We'll talk this through at your first consult and give you a clear idea of what to expect.
Is the clinic accessible?
Yes. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible, with accessible toilets and parking.
Not sure where to start?
Book a first consult and we'll map it out together.
