Heather completed her sports VCTC Sports Massage Qualification in the UK whilst working as a triathlon coach, because she was "tired of getting terrible sports massages". No stranger to high level sports she is a former national swimmer and GBR elite triathlete at Loughborough High Performance Centre, having competed and trained with some of the best athletes in the world.
After hanging up her race suit she worked in Mallorca on triathlon training camps for six years, as a coach and massage therapist, before moving to Queenstown where she can now be found collecting bum bruises whilst attempting to snowboard and running across the mountains.» View details
Katie graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2021 and she is passionate about MSK Physiotherapy and Sport. She has various experience working as a physios in sports including, football, rugby, golf, hockey and swimming.
"Throughout all my life I have competed in sport and understand the frustration and yet opportunities that can arise from injuries, the importance of prevention and most of all I enjoy getting clients back to what they love most"» View details
Pete completed a Physical Education degree followed by a Masters of Physiotherapy degree. Helping the people achieve their potential is what gives Pete complete satisfaction within his profession. Through consistent personal reflection and appraisal of own performance, and the evidence, he practices with the philosophy that ‘less is sometimes more’, Over the past decade he has had the pleasure of working with some of Australia and NZ’s top healthcare and medical professionals whilst working with elite athletes in Rugby, Hockey, AFL and swimming.
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Rión is a skilled Sports Physiotherapist with years of experience in helping athletes and fitness enthusiasts recover, improve performance and prevent injuries. Rión uses a combination of hands-on manual therapy and tailored exercise programs among other techniques to support people of all levels from elite athletes to weekend warriors.
With a deep understanding of biomechanics and movement patterns, Rión tailors treatment plans to address each person’s unique needs, ensuring an efficient recovery and return to activity.
Outside of work, you will find Rión somewhere in the outdoors whether it’s running in the hills or digging in the garden. This love for nature and the outdoors influences his approach to physiotherapy, reinforcing the importance of an active lifestyle in maintaining health and well-being.» View details
Simon graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2014, where he first worked in Tauranga Hospital. He then gained experience as a sports physiotherapist in Auckland, working across a range of different sporting outfits including Auckland Rugby, Auckland Football Federation, Cook Island National Football, NRL 9's, Auckland Premier club rugby and 1st XV rugby. Simon then restudied, gaining a degree in Paramedicine, and moved overseas to work in London as a front line paramedic for 2 x years.
He has since relocated to Queenstown, and has been part of the Remarkable Physios since 2021.
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Sophie grew up in Queenstown and has returned after completing a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, followed by a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the University of Otago, graduating with distinction in 2024. A former national competitor in rowing and ski racing, she continued rowing at university, making the top women’s eight and representing Otago in Shenyang, China. Off the water, she enjoys trail running, mountain biking, skiing, and exploring the Southern Lakes region.
During her studies, Sophie gained hands-on experience as a sports medic for premier club and high school rep rugby teams, while also working as a group fitness instructor, rehabilitation coach, hiking guide, and ski coach. Her background in high-performance sport, combined with a love of movement and the outdoors, fuels her passion for sports physiotherapy and musculoskeletal injury management.
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Steph joined the Remarkable Physios team in early 2020 and has been enjoying being back in her hometown of Queenstown after being away for sometime. In 2010, Steph graduated from Otago University with a Physical Education Degree, majoring in Sport and Exercise Science. A sucker for studying, she returned to Otago to further her knowledge and skills to complete a Physiotherapy degree.
Steph enjoys the diversity that Queenstown brings and loves getting people back to what they enjoy most. Steph has completed numerous courses, having a fond interest in Dry Needling.
When Steph isn't at the clinic you will find her in the hills, getting involved in any sport or new activity she comes across and forever trying desperately to keep her indoor plants alive.
In the Winter Season, Steph physios for the WHS rugby XV and thoroughly enjoys the challenges this brings. Having represented Otago in field hockey in U18 and U15's she understands the importance of teamwork and takes pride in the team's success. » View details