Claire is the principal physiotherapist at Avenues Physio-Fitness, and the Clinical Director. Claire has fostered a team culture within Avenues Physio-Fitness of inclusivity, and encourages her team to make decisions with each patient at front of mind. Claire has dual qualifications at Masters level in both musculo-skeletal physiotherapy and advanced sports science. Following her Masters, Claire has a special interest in lower limb biomechanics, focusing on specific return to sport strengthening post lower leg and achilles tendon injury. Claire over-sees our extensive class timetable and has a huge passion for Pilates and Yoga.

Certifications

BPhEd BPhty Manips MHSc (hons) NZRP

ACC Registered

Richard has a Bachelor of Physical Education and post graduate diploma in teaching. He spends his daytime as the Leader of learning of Health & Physical Education at a local secondary school. Richard has been involved with the management of the clinic since it was opened in 2012.  Having been associated with health, fitness and Hauora for numerous years he draws upon this experience to help the decision making and strategic direction of the clinic. His areas of responsibility include general handyman duties, anything involving ICT and rubbish recycling! He has recently completed the level one He Papa Tikanga course through the Te Wananga o Aotearoa.

Ed graduated from the University of Brighton in the UK before starting work as a physiotherapist in London, UK. Ed has worked in different settings in the NHS and private setting, primarily working in rehabilitation and post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation. Ed has completed his MSc in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, also from the University of Brighton. Ed moved to New Zealand in February 2022 initially working in the rural areas of Taumarunui and Ohakune before moving to Tauranga. Ed has a passion for educating his patients’ on how to manage their symptoms independently and enjoys all things movement related. He has experience working in clinical and gym-based environments where he can tailor exercises towards the individual needs of each patient whether it is returning to sport or help with day-to-day life. Outside of work Ed has tried to adapt to the Kiwi way of life with tramping, skiing and trying to learn surfing!

Cheryl is an Occupational Therapist who enjoys working people to empower them to realize their potential in their work and home environment. Through creating healthy habits and routines. She works with private companies completing workplace assessments to ensure employees are working in a safe and healthy way, which has great outcomes for both employer and employee.

She has an in depth understanding of the ACC framework and supports Avenues Physio-Fitness as our Health Navigator, to help you navigate the health system and answer any questions you may have about the support services available to you.

Cheryl provides ACC funded return to work programmes, working with individuals and employers to ensure a safe and sustainable return to work after injury.

She is also available to help with training for independence, helping you post injury to get back to what you love.

Senior Sports and Musculo-Skeletal Physiotherapist. Kate is one of our regular locums who we always welcome back when she is in town. Kate has 10+ years of physiotherapy experience as well as expert experience in elite sport and Clinical Pilates.

Hannah was our fourth year student, we welcome her into our clinic as a physiotherapy assistant.

Hannah is in the final stages of completing her physiotherapy degree with AUT. You will see her friendly face at reception, in the gym running classes and in the gym as a physiotherapy assistant.

We look forward to seeing her move into our Junior Physiotherapist role in early 2025.

BPhty, MHSC Sports & Exercise Medicine. Aine is one of our regular locums. She has extensive experience in high-performance sport recently return worked with the Irish Womens National Rugby Team. She has both a Physiotherapy degree and a Master's in Sports and Exercise Medicine.

• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

• Acute injury Clinic

• Orthopaedic pre and post-surgery rehabilitation

• Sports Injuries

• ICPMSK provider

• Clinical Pilates and Yoga trained

Rose supports us with our marketing, community projects and manages our social media to ensure we can best connect with our community. You may see her on our front reception desk from time to time, offering a friendly face. She is great to talk to if you have any collaboration requests, or any fundraising requests you would like to discuss.