Owner, Clinical Myotherapist, Mat Pilates Instructor, Studio Pilates Instructor
Emma has been a Myotherapist on the Mornington Peninsula since 2009. Early in her career she realised that hands-on treatment was only one part of true, long-term change. Pilates quickly became the missing link, helping her clients understand their bodies, move with confidence, and build strength that lasts. She has been teaching both Mat and Studio Pilates since 2014 and loves blending her clinical knowledge with targeted movement to create complete, personalised care.
As a mum of three, Emma has a natural passion for women’s health and rehabilitation, while still maintaining strong roots in sports care. Over the years she has worked with University Games teams, Victorian Touch Rugby, and local football/netball clubs, as well as runners, cyclists, and everyday gym-goers.
Emma is known for her friendly, down-to-earth approach and her commitment to clear communication. She believes that when clients understand their body and their pain, they feel empowered to take control of their health.
“Myotherapy starts the healing process by reducing pain and improving movement. Pilates completes the repair by retraining weak patterns and creating strong, stable foundations. Together they’re a life-changing combination. I absolutely love what I do.”
Qualifications
Clinical Educator and Advanced Myotherapist
A proud Somerville local, Shae has been practising Myotherapy for almost two decades. Throughout her career she has worked in a variety of multidisciplinary clinics, gaining invaluable experience alongside physiotherapists, podiatrists, sports physicians, Pilates instructors, and exercise physiologists. Shae has also lectured at Chisholm TAFE and worked with the Hawthorn Football Club, further deepening her clinical expertise.
Shae is passionate about helping people live more comfortably. With a holistic, client-centred approach, she focuses on restoring the body back to optimal health. Her hands-on skills, combined with extensive dry needling experience, allow her to carefully assess, identify, and treat the underlying causes of pain with compassion and confidence.
Outside the clinic, Shae is a trailblazer in women’s sport. She has represented Australia for the past 15 years at the Women’s Baseball World Cup and made history as the first non-national female baseball player to play professionally in Japan. Her long athletic career — and the injuries that come with elite sport — have shaped her into a deeply empathetic and intuitive therapist.
“After 20 years in elite sport, I’ve experienced my fair share of injuries. My own challenges have helped me grow as a therapist. I understand how hard pain can be to explain, and I pride myself on working with all kinds of bodies and personalities to help people feel and move their best.”
Shae has a strong interest in neck and shoulder complaints and enjoys supporting swimmers, athletes, fitness instructors, runners, footballers, dancers, and cyclists. She also has a passion for posture care, injury management, and general wellbeing.
Australian Business Number: 48 085 373 457
Qualifications:
Advanced Myotherapist
Gin graduated with her Diploma of Remedial Massage from Victoria University in 2005 and has since gained extensive experience working across a wide range of mixed-modality clinics in both Melbourne and Sydney. Her deep understanding of the human body is enriched by her love of anatomy, her background in yoga instruction, and her keen interest in fascia and how it influences movement.
After spending several years living abroad in Asia and the USA, Gin has returned home to the Mornington Peninsula with her family. As a busy mum of two active daughters (and one energetic dog), she spends much of her time at softball, swimming, basketball, and anywhere near the water — especially stand-up paddle boarding.
Driven to expand her clinical skills, Gin completed her Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy in 2021. She has also undertaken further specialised training in Oncology Massage, Gentle Scar Therapy, and Lymphoedema Management and Lymphatic Massage, allowing her to support clients with a wide range of unique and complex needs.
“I love having the ability to help people achieve freedom of movement in their bodies without pain or resistance.”
Australian Business Number: 63 610 500 229
Qualifications:
Myotherapist
Tristan’s love for Myotherapy grew from years of being immersed in local sport. With a background that spans cricket, football, and even winning state-level medals in surfboat rowing, he truly understands what it takes to keep a sports body performing at its best.
His passion now lies in helping others reach their own goals — whether they’re weekend warriors, gym lovers, new runners, or high-performing athletes. Tristan enjoys supporting clients through injury prevention, maintenance, and rehabilitation, helping them get back to what they love and stay there.
“I like to focus on preventing and managing sporting injuries. I get a real kick out of helping clients return to what they love doing, as fast and as safely as possible.”
Australian Business Number: 30 505 413 462
Qualifications:
Myotherapist
After 15 years working as a travel agent, Emma decided it was time for a career change. With a caring nature, a friendly approach, and a genuine passion for helping others, she was naturally drawn to Myotherapy and Remedial Massage — a path that allows her to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives every day.
Emma loves helping her clients reduce pain, stress, and tension while improving mobility, function, and overall quality of life. She uses a wide variety of techniques in her treatments, including massage, joint mobilisation, dry needling, and cupping. Emma prides herself on treating beyond the symptoms, incorporating education, stretches, and simple exercises to help clients continue their progress at home.
She provides tailored care for pregnancy, stress relief, chronic pain, injury management, and long-term conditions. Emma is also a current member of AAMT and is expanding her skillset further with upcoming studies in Jaw Dysfunction and Mat Pilates.
When she’s not in the clinic, you’ll find Emma walking her fur baby, enjoying good food and wine with friends, or having Nerf wars with her partner and his six-year-old daughter.
Australian Business Number: 98 951 664 481
Qualifications:
Advanced Remedial Massage Therapist
Daniel has always been deeply connected to health, strength, and movement. His love for CrossFit was the spark that led him to pursue formal study, completing his Diploma of Remedial Massage in 2019. What began as an interest in improving his own performance quickly grew into a passion for helping others move better, feel stronger, and reach their goals.
Daniel has a strong interest in sports-related injuries, recovery, and maintenance treatments that support flexibility, mobility, and long-term injury prevention. His approach is hands-on, functional, and movement-focused, blending effective soft-tissue techniques with practical advice that clients can use every day.
A lifelong learner, Daniel is constantly expanding his clinical skills and is always studying new massage techniques to offer the highest level of care. He also provides dry needling within his treatments, giving clients access to a wider range of therapeutic options to support pain relief and improved movement.
Outside the studio, you’ll often find Daniel playing his guitar – a hobby that brings him plenty of joy and creativity.
“I get a kick out of helping people reach their goals and perform at their best. I love being part of the SMAPS Squad as a Remedial Therapist.”
Australian Business Number: 36 254 405 618
Qualifications:
Remedial / Sports Massage Therapist
Jessi’s passion for health and fitness inspired her to begin studying sports massage therapy as a mature-age student in 2010. She admits she had no idea what a sports therapist actually did when she started, but it quickly became one of the best decisions she has ever made. The course opened up an entirely new world for her, sparking a deep interest in movement, anatomy, and helping people feel strong and capable in their bodies.
Since then, Jessi has also become a qualified personal trainer, blending both skill sets to deliver a well-rounded and functional approach to client care. She loves connecting the hands-on work of massage with the power of corrective exercise, giving clients the tools they need for long-term results.
A highlight of her career was working with North Melbourne Football Club. Learning from their incredible high-performance team strengthened her clinical skills and deepened her understanding of movement, injury prevention, and functional treatment.
Jessi brings this experience directly into her work at SMAPS. Through assessment, targeted massage, and tailored corrective exercise, she helps clients move better, recover faster, and feel more confident in their everyday lives.
Australian Business Number: 33 996 006 581
Qualifications:
Advanced Remedial Massage Therapist
Lisa’s journey began in the world of professional contemporary dance, where her love of anatomy and movement first came to life. After experiencing her fair share of injuries, she worked closely with her own therapists to recover, rebuild strength, and prevent future setbacks. That experience sparked a deep interest in soft-tissue health and inspired her to return to study, completing her Diploma of Remedial Massage in 2017.
With a strong background in dance and years of teaching, Lisa also brings her expertise as a Barre Pilates instructor at SMAPS. Her movement knowledge beautifully complements her massage skills, giving her a unique ability to understand how the body functions, why imbalances occur, and how targeted treatment, stretching, and corrective exercises can support posture and long-term injury prevention.
Lisa is also a proud mum of two, balancing family life with her passion for helping people move well and feel their best.
Today, she is an integral part of the SMAPS team, combining her clinical skills, lived experience, and love of movement to support clients throughout their wellness journey.
Australian Business Number: 73 499 077 614
Qualifications:
Remedial Massage Therapist
Fiona is a passionate Remedial Therapist who loves helping people feel better in their bodies so daily life becomes easier. She has a strong interest in anatomy, chronic pain, and the way hands-on therapy can improve comfort, mobility, and overall wellbeing. What she loves most is seeing clients move better, feel stronger, and return to the things they enjoy.
As a mum of three (and the proud owner of two beautiful cavoodles), Fiona understands the demands of a busy life. She knows firsthand how quickly self-care can fall to the bottom of the list, especially for mothers and caregivers. That’s why she values creating space for women — and all busy humans — to reset, recharge, and prioritise their health.
Fiona believes the body moves through many physical seasons across a lifetime: pregnancy, childbirth, parenting, work, stress, hormones, ageing and even the occasional spontaneous dance-floor injury. Each season places different demands on the body, and the right treatment can make all the difference.
At SMAPS, her focus is to support clients through every chapter of life with care, knowledge and a personalised approach. Whether someone is managing pain, returning from injury, navigating motherhood or simply needing time for themselves — Fiona is here to help.
Australian Business Number:
Qualifications: 568 3429 8737
Mat and Reformer Pilates Instructor
Joanna’s Pilates journey began as a personal search for relief. After experiencing chronic pain from hypermobility — which intensified following the birth of her two children — she turned to Pilates to support her own healing. What started as a personal solution quickly transformed into a lifelong passion for movement, strength, and helping others feel better in their bodies.
Originally from the UK and now happily settled on the Mornington Peninsula, Joanna brings a compassionate, practical, and down-to-earth approach to teaching. She is comprehensively trained in Mat, Reformer, and Studio Pilates, and holds additional qualifications in pre- and post-natal Pilates. Her broad skillset allows her to confidently support a wide range of clients, including beginners, those managing chronic pain or injury, and people navigating pregnancy or postpartum recovery.
Joanna is dedicated to helping clients reconnect with their bodies, restore mobility, build strength, and rediscover ease in movement. Her goal is always to help people feel empowered, capable, and confident in their own physical journey.
“I love that Pilates doesn’t discriminate. Anyone can do it, anyone can improve, and anyone can truly see the benefits — often in a surprisingly short time. It’s like magic.”
Australian Business Number: 21 637 922 251
Qualifications:
Mat and Reformer Pilates Instructor
Emma has always had a passion for health and fitness. She began her own Pilates journey a few years ago to improve her core strength and posture, and quickly discovered how powerful and accessible Pilates can be for people of all ages, fitness levels, and abilities — especially those managing injuries, weakness, or movement limitations.
With a background that includes dancing, swimming, aerobics, and a wide range of sports, Emma brings a wealth of movement experience to her classes. She has also worked as a personal trainer and fitness instructor, offering clients expert nutritional guidance. Emma blends her love for high-intensity fitness with the precision, control, and thoughtful movement patterns that Pilates is known for.
“I really love helping my clients build strength and balance from the inside out. I aim to make every class fun yet challenging, helping clients create healthy movement patterns that support their everyday life.”
Outside the studio, Emma loves spending time with her partner, Simon, her two boys, and their British Bulldog, Bonnie. She also enjoys travelling, running, swimming, and practising yoga to stay active and grounded.
Australian Business Number: 58 675 749 438
Qualifications:
Studio Pilates Instructor
With more than 10 years of experience, Anita loves nothing more than teaching Studio Pilates. Her journey began after a back injury, when she discovered firsthand the incredible healing benefits of Pilates — and she has never looked back. Choosing to pursue a career as a Pilates instructor was truly life-changing, and she now shares that same knowledge and passion with every client she works with.
A lifelong lover of sport and fitness, and a mum of two, Anita is dedicated to helping people heal through guided, intelligent movement. She pays close attention to each client’s unique needs, ensuring her classes are tailored, supportive, and easily adapted to suit all bodies and levels.
“I believe continual education is the key to teaching the best Pilates class possible. I love passing on my knowledge and watching clients grow stronger and more confident in their bodies.”
Australian Business Number: 22 514 096 426
Qualifications:
Mat & Reformer Pilates Instructor
Kate first discovered her love of Pilates after the birth of her first baby. She was surprised by how energised she felt during and after each class, and how quickly she could see and feel her progress. Pilates helped her reconnect with her body, improve her posture, and feel strong and capable in her everyday life — and that experience inspired her to make a complete career change.
Kate now hopes to share that same joy with her clients. She loves creating a welcoming space filled with connection, encouragement, and purposeful movement.
“I love celebrating my clients’ progress with them. Seeing someone get stronger, try new exercises, and step into new progressions is incredibly exciting and rewarding.”
Outside the studio, Kate enjoys spending time with her family and friends, camping, gardening, reading, and getting creative with crafts.
Studio Leader
Senior Administrator • Client Support
Sharni fell in love with Pilates after attending regular Mums & Bubs classes at SMAPS, and naturally jumped at the opportunity to join the squad in late 2017. Since then, she has thrived in her role and has recently been promoted to Studio Leader, reflecting her dedication, passion, and the genuine care she brings to every client.
Sharni loves helping new clients find their place at SMAPS. Whether it’s choosing the right class for their body or guiding them toward the therapist who best understands their needs, she takes pride in making sure everyone feels supported from the moment they walk through the door. As a mum herself, she understands the importance of me-time and is committed to making every visit to SMAPS smooth, stress-free, and uplifting.
“I just love the amazing vibe at the SMAPS studio. I feel really special that I get to be part of each client’s unique journey to health and happiness.”
Senior Administrator • Client Support
Sally joined the SMAPS team in 2019 after nine years of owning and running her own beauty salon on the Mornington Peninsula. A proud mum to Max and Evie, Sally has been part of the SMAPS community since the very beginning — attending Mums & Bubs classes, pregnancy and postnatal Pilates, and regular Myotherapy treatments to keep her body feeling its best.
With a strong background as a passionate Beauty Therapist and a deep love for all things health and wellbeing, Sally understands how valuable a little “time out” can be. She loves supporting clients and seeing how prioritising self-care can positively influence so many other areas of their lives.
When she’s not spending time with her family and friends, you’ll find Sally in her beauty room treating clients, expanding her knowledge in skin and wellness, practising mindfulness, or jumping into a Pilates class herself.
Sally loves being part of the SMAPS Squad and brings warmth, care, and a genuine passion for people to our studio every single day.
Reception • Client Support
Emily first joined SMAPS in 2023 as a client and quickly became part of the squad when she stepped into an admin role. She is currently studying to become a nurse and midwife — a career path that perfectly reflects her caring nature and passion for helping others.
When Emily isn’t studying or working, you’ll find her spending time with her family. She loves the warm, positive energy of the SMAPS studio and feels grateful to play a part in helping people feel better in their bodies and themselves every single day.
“I love working at SMAPS. It’s such a privilege to see people walk out feeling better than when they walked in.”
