After injuring myself as a professional dancer I turned to teaching Pilates to earn my keep, but always wanted to be a physiotherapist. I was always impressed with what physiotherapists like Sue Mayes (Australian Ballet) were able to achieve when I was injured. Hobbling in for treatment and then being able to dance on stage an hour later was always a marvel to me. I wanted to be able to help people in that way and is what gives me the greatest satisfaction; helping people feel better.
My interests lie with dance physiotherapy, I also enjoy coaching and teaching ballet. Correcting overuse injuries in dancers often relates to poor technique, having a physio and dance background enables me to do this.
Having the opportunity to work with dancers as well as taking rehabilitation or strength classes is my favourite thing to do. Seeing clients getting stronger and achieving in their athletic pursuits or simply feeling better and recovering from their injury is the best!
Working with dancers from Zurich (in Zurich) Ballet and helping them with their injuries was a great experience. I’ve also had the opportunity of working with dancers from different Australian or international ballet companies that are visiting Canberra.
Gus I think...but let's face it, both are so ridiculously cute, and everyone loves them so I think it would be pretty good to be either of them!
*Long pause*...probably me.
STC has adapted to the COVID-19 crisis:
For those that do not need hands-on treatment or are in the vulnerable person category, we are now offering online physiotherapy and online classes, which are claimable via your health fund rebates.
We are still offering face to face physiotherapy services for those with significant musculoskeletal pain or post-surgical rehabilitation, this may change if the crisis escalates.
We are offering several classes online including Pilates and Mums & Bubs post/antenatal rehabilitation. We’re able to facilitate varied online classes, so if you’re more comfortable with conducting your rehab from home, let us know and we’ll arrange to have you dialled in online to a class.