Meet Our Team

Welcome to Fighting Fit Physiotherapy!

We’re here to help you get back on your feet and enjoy the physical activities you love.

With a team of experienced physiotherapists and exercise physiologists, we take pride in providing the highest quality of care and tailored treatments for everyone. Our goal is to get you fighting fit and back to your best self.

We look forward to helping you achieve your goals and getting you back to your best.

FOUNDER & CEO

Dean Phelps Physiotherapist

Dean Phelps

Dean Phelps is the founding owner and principal physiotherapist at Fighting Fit.

Fighting Fit has solid foundations as a humble, solo practitioner service beginning in 2011 and progressing to the awesome clinic it is today!

Read more about Dean and the history of Fighting Fit HERE

Physiotherapy

Kyle Wells

Kyle Wells joined our team in 2019 and has done some amazing stuff with our patients at Fighting Fit Physio.

A great physio with an awesome energy that just gets people!

Kyle’s areas of special Interest include:

  • Back Pain
  • Neck Pain & Headache
  • Chronic Pain Management
  • Exercise to achieve better movement and health
  • BPPV (Vertigo) and Vestibular Physiotherapy
  • Athletes and Sports Professionals

To book a consult for Kyle to help you get out of pain or over come injury, CALL US

Sam Pelz

Sam graduated from Griffith University in 2024 with a bachelor of Physiotherapy.

With a long background in sport, including over 20 years of racing motocross. Suffering multiple injuries throughout this time drove him to become a physiotherapist so he could help others through their own injuries.

Special interests:
Motocross related injuries
Running related injuries
Shoulder pain
Low back pain
Neck pain
Tendinopathies

To book a consult for Sam to help you get out of pain or over come injury, CALL US

Karolina Bejmert

Karolina joined our team in 2024 as a Doctor of Physiotherapy graduate from Bond University, bringing a wealth of knowledge and passion to the clinic. Originally from Canada with a Polish background, Karolina is commitment to understanding each patient’s unique needs ensures effective outcomes and a supportive recovery journey. Karolina’s areas of special interest include:
 
  • Women’s Health
  • Sports-Related Injuries
  • Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
  • Ankle & Knee Pain/Injuries
  • Neck & Low Back Pain

To book a consult for Karolina to help you get out of pain or over come injury, CALL US

Brad Hyde

Brad joined our team in 2025. He’s a passionate young physio who loves exercise and helping people get back to doing what they enjoy — especially in the gym.

Brad works with a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries and athletes, with a strong focus on getting people stronger, moving better, and living a pain-free lifestyle.

Brad’s areas of special interest include:

  • Rotator Cuff & Shoulder Pain
  • Gym & Strength Training Injuries
  • Sports Injuries
  • General Musculoskeletal Injuries
  • Strength & Rehab Exercise Programs

Brad takes an exercise-based approach supported by hands-on treatment and strength testing to identify limitations and build the right program for recovery.

To book a consult for Brad to help you get out of pain or overcome injury, CALL US

Shania Ellis

Shania joined our team in 2025. She’s a friendly physio who enjoys helping people return to the activities they love — whether that’s sport, training in the gym, or staying active on weekends.

Shania treats a broad range of clients from competitive athletes to everyday active people, and understands how important the right rehab is to getting back to your best.

Shania’s areas of special interest include:

  • ACL Rehabilitation
  • Sports Injuries
  • Knee Injuries
  • Gym & Strength Training Injuries
  • General Musculoskeletal Injuries

Shania combines hands-on treatment with structured exercise rehabilitation to address the root cause of injury and help clients build long-term strength and resilience

To book a consult with Shania and start moving pain-free again, CALL US.

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

Renae Wood

Renae joined our Exercise Physiology team in 2021.

Having a long history in the health and fitness industry, as well as growing up around all things exercise (her mum is also an Exercise Physiologist) – this career runs in her blood.

Renae has a love of both strength and conditioning as well as pilates to help people over come injury, pain or health concerns.

To book a consult for Renae to help you get out of pain or over come injury, CALL US

Patient Experience Officer

Rochelle Peters

Rochelle has over 7 years experience in the health & wellness industry with a background in clinical hypnotherapy and applied psychotherapy.

As a Mum, Rochelle’s 3 kids keep her on her toes and when she’s not fronting our reception desk here at Fighting Fit she can be found at the local soccer club cheering her kids on.

Schedule an appointment with us today and discover the exceptional care that awaits you.

Check Out Our Awesome 5 Star Google Reviews.

We take great pride in our 5-star reviews, as they reflect our commitment to delivering outstanding care and achieving remarkable results.

Join the countless individuals who have experienced the Fighting Fit Physiotherapy difference. 

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Brenda Samosa
2 years ago
I had a really bad shoulder and had been seeing a different physio for 3 months (from a different place) I got told Tyson was good. After just a few sessions the movement was coming back. I’m 66 and was worried I would have to stop surfing. But with a lot of help from Tyson I’m back in the waves ( thank you so so much)
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Cyana Ferguson
2 years ago
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Steve Harris
2 years ago
Great team, all friendly, super helpful and first class clinical advice and a big shout out to my Physio Noah with my shoulder issue
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Andrea Bell
2 years ago
These guys are the best in the biz 🎉
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Ryan Brockett
2 years ago
Shout out to Max from fighting fit physio. He helped me out massively straight after shoulder surgery and back into work and sports in no time. Couldn’t recommend anyone better!
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Scotty
2 years ago
Five star service from Max & the team!
Professional & very thorough, you know that patient outcomes are of the highest priority.
I highly recommend this business.
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Riley Wilson
2 years ago
Be AWARE they’ll immediately try to commit you to multiple follow up sessions after your initial consultation. This happened to me and then I later found out that as it just so happens, they have a cancellation policy that says you have to pay 100% of the consultation fee for cancelling. They failed to tell me this when they were pushy in committing me to 6 sessions after my consult, so that was a really nice little surprise.

I was already uncomfortable with how pushy they were in having me commit to so many sessions, so when I heard about the policy I just cancelled all together. So, I can’t speak further to the quality of their service throughout therapy phase. FYI this was also a few months ago now, it’s possible (though unlikely) they may have changed the policy. Just ask the question.
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Megan Shelley
2 years ago
Fighting Fit Physiotherapy is hands down the best physio I've encountered. Having tried multiple physios for various injuries, I always find myself coming back to them. Their expertise consistently exceeds expectations, helping me get back to my sport faster than I thought possible. Their personalized approach and attention to detail make all the difference. I could not recommend a better or more exceptional physio team!
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Gina Matthews
3 years ago
Can't recommend this place high enough. I was in so much pain with my knee an had been for months through advise an exercises I'm now looking forward to returning to gym an back riding my horses in endurance thank you so much
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Courtney Halse
4 years ago
Kyle was knowledgeable, personable and professional. He saw me through my second pregnancy and continued to work with me until 6 months post partum on issues with my back. Would recommend anyone to go and see him.

Also shout out to Georgia on the front desk. She makes you feel welcome and brings a sense of warmth to the place!
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Alli Davenport
4 years ago
After hip replacement surgery in February I wanted toget back into weight training legs, I started with Mitch 18 weeks ago and after a lot of hard work and sweat I am able to safely train again, I cannot thank Mitch enough for his support,encouragement and knowledge. The staff are friendly and helpful and I always looked forward to my session's
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Robert Parkinson
4 years ago
This is the second time I have been treated by the team at FFP.
As a health professional myself I have been impressed with the level of care I have received from all members of the team.
The personalised treatment and rehabilitation programs have produced excellent results and I have completed both programs pain free and feeling stronger than before my injuries.
During the program there was constant communication and follow up and they were very accommodating with my work schedule.
All in all it was a very holistic experience and I would highly recommend the service.
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Kiri Canavan
4 years ago
Tyson was amazing! We came up with an 8 week plan at my first consultation with weekly check ins and updates to exercises. 8 weeks later, I am pain free and able to train harder than ever. Highly recommend and the staff are all fantastic and super accomodating!