The Active Studio

Exercise as Medicine

Expert Exercise Physiology in the Sutherland Shire

Combining science with movement to help you feel stronger, move better, and live longer.

As Allied Health professionals, we combine science with movement to help you feel stronger, move better and live longer, no matter your age, health conditions or experience with exercise.  Every session is tailored to your unique needs, not a one-size-fits-all program. Whether you feel stuck, stiff, sore, and scared to move, or you’re hesitant to start because exercise feels overwhelming, we’re here to support you. Using evidence-based exercise physiology, we address the root cause of your concerns—not just the symptoms—so you can regain confidence in your movement and enjoy life without limitations.

How We Help You Move Better

 

Our Exercise Physiology Services

Move with Confidence.
Live with Strength.

 

We understand what it’s like to feel uncertain about your body—or unsure how to move it. That’s why we’re here. At The Active Studio, we help you:

✔ Rebuild strength after injury or surgery

✔ Manage chronic pain and fatigue without fear of setbacks

✔ Regain control over your health, mobility, and independence

✔ Stay active without triggering pain or discomfort

✔ Feel stronger, move better, and live with confidence

It’s never too late to start moving. Whether you want to build strength, reduce pain, or simply feel better in your body, we’ll guide you with personalised, science-backed support every step of the way.

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News, Tips & Expert Advice on Exercise Physiology

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Client Testimonials

Into my 5th year now at the active studio and forever grateful to you for it. I would like to say how happy I am with Aaron as my instructor. I find him excellent. He has a lovely, quiet manner but still get the job done. He is well prepared for my sessions and really thinks about what I most need. He is patient, interested and encouraging. He’s definitely a good one!
Barb | Female 78yrs
Into my 5th year now at the active studio and forever grateful to you for it. I would like to say how happy I am with Aaron as my instructor. I find him excellent. He has a lovely, quiet manner but still get the job done. He is well prepared for my sessions and really thinks about what I most need. He is patient, interested and encouraging. He’s definitely a good one!
Barb | Female 78yrs
Barb | Female 78yrs
Everyday that I do this I’m so grateful for where I am. Last week, I had to lift something very heavy, around 20kg from the floor and walk it out to my car. I had that fear of, am I going to end up in excruciating pain from this. And I did it, and It was fine. I just feel like im getting stronger every day .
Kathy | Female 55yrs
Everyday that I do this I’m so grateful for where I am. Last week, I had to lift something very heavy, around 20kg from the floor and walk it out to my car. I had that fear of, am I going to end up in excruciating pain from this. And I did it, and It was fine. I just feel like im getting stronger every day
Kathy | Female 55yrs
Kathy | Female 55yrs
I had my 6monthly bloods and check in with my doctor and I was amazed. Besides my cholesterol, everything else was better than what it “should be ” for my age. Even my blood pressure. They told me the chemo that I had a few years ago wouldn’t allow me to get to 70 and I’m now a few months past that. You are literally keeping me alive!!
Leigh | Male 70yrs
I had my 6monthly bloods and check in with my doctor and I was amazed. Besides my cholesterol, everything else was better than what it “should be” for my age. Even my blood pressure. They told me the chemo that I had a few years ago wouldn’t allow me to get to 70 and I’m now a few months past that. You are literally keeping me alive!!
Leigh | Male 70yrs
Leigh | Male 70yrs