Services Available Through NDIS

NDIS Supported Physio and

Exercise Physiology Services

Empower Gym is a NDIS Registered Provider

Empower Gym NDIS Provider

Our ALL ACCESS gym enables us to empower all people of ALL ABILITIES to CHANGE their life

Exercise Physiology Empower Gym

Our facilities cater to individuals with disabilities, offering:

  • HUR wheelchair-accessible gym equipment
  • Spacious gym areas designed for easy manoeuvrability
  • Private therapy spaces tailored for clients with sensory challenges
  • Seamless entry into all buildings, eliminating barriers
  • Automatic entry doors and wide doorways for hassle-free access
  • Multiple wheelchair-accessible bathrooms for convenience
  • Private change rooms equipped with showers

Our dedicated clinicians possess specialised expertise in addressing the unique needs of NDIS patients, ensuring comprehensive support tailored to individual requirements. From physical rehabilitation to mental health interventions, our team delivers personalised care, empowering NDIS participants to achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life effectively and compassionately.

At Empower, inclusivity and respect define our culture, but we offer more than just healthcare services. Our clients gather not only to improve their health but also to socialise, connect, and enjoy themselves. Join us and experience empowerment in every workout!

Exercise Physiologists and NDIS

Our experienced team of Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) have the expertise to design and provide safe and effective exercise prescription for those living with disability and various chronic health conditions.

Our Exercise Physiologists provide interventions that support long term lifestyle changes, prescribe individualised exercise programs specific to your participants and their goals and can help improve overall physical function and wellbeing. Our AEPs can help build your physical capacity to increase independence, promote activity participation and improve confidence.

 

Exercise Physiologists

Services We Provide

1.1 Treatment In-clinic

We can provide 1.1 services whether it is 1h, 45 or 30 minutes within our facility and focusing on patients goals. During these sessions we use a variety of strength, aerobic and balance equipment and we also have HUR equipment which is wheelchair friendly.
We may recommend the patient to have ongoing 1.1 sessions with us or we may then recommend our therapy assistants to them if it is more for maintenance then review the patient each 3-4 months and take some outcome measures.  

Small Group NDIS Classes

Our small group classes have up to 3 participants and are Exercise Physiology lead allowing participants of ALL abilities to access. This take part in our ALL abilities ALL access Empower Gym which also has HUR equipment which is wheelchair use friendly.
The classes allow participants to increase their social participation in a small group class and work on their NDIS goals or therapy goals. Participants will have individually prescribed programs for each participant giving them the ability to track towards their specific goals. Classes also enjoy some fun and interactive activities allowing participants to feel comfortable with each other.  
ALL participants wanting to join will require an initial assessment from the Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist before commencing. This class also accepts privately paying patients who are better suited to a small group class.  
Aims of Class 
  • Increase social participation 
  • Increase independence 
  • Improve gross motor skills 
  • Improve co-ordination 
  • Improve strength 
  • Improve fitness 
  • Improve mental well-being  
  • Make it fun and make new friends 

HITT Neuro Classes

At Empower Gym our Exercise Physiologists run High Intensity Neuro classes for patients of various neurological conditions. This class has up to 6 patients which is a circuit based style incorporating various strength, aerobic based exercises, dual task exercises, balance using our smart Tech HUR equipment at our All Access All Abilities Empower Gym. Patients work on a 3min on 1min off ratio allowing them to increase their heart rate, improve their aerobic and muscular endurance. 
 
Aims of class :
  • Improve aerobic fitness 
  • Improve muscular strength 
  • Improve and maintain current function 
  • Improve balance 
  • Delay neurological deconditioning 

Empower FIT Classes

The Empower Fit classes are Exercise Physiology or Physiotherapy lead classes for up to 8 patients and are 1h in duration. These classes allow patients to work on their therapy goals whereby they have an individualised prescribed program by the Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist and requires the patient to have a high level of independence. The class is fully supervised at all times and the qualified Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist are able to adapt patients programs on the day if they present with a new issue.  
Before coming to a group, a patient will require an assessment by the Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist who will gather information on their health, physical activity levels, do some goal setting, testing then come up with an exercise plan for the patient. Programs tend to be changed every 3-4months or up to the therapists discrepancy to prevent boredom and to further improve the patients’ health and well-being.  

Hydrotherapy

We can provide 1.1 or group based hydrotherapy for patients of various chronic conditions and disabilities as well as abilities.  Patients will require an assessment which can be completed in the clinic or at the pool to discuss their medical history, therapy goals, mobility prior to commencing these services.  

Home Visits

Our Exercise Physiology team provide home visits within the local community. These can be anywhere from 30,45mins or an 1h focusing on the patients’ therapy goals. The patient will require an initial assessment which can be completed in their home or the clinic prior to commencing these home visits.
We can offer these sessions weekly, fortnightly depending on the clinical reasoning of the Exercise Physiologist. Our Exercise Physiologists may bring equipment or use equipment that the patient has during those sessions.  
Disabled Gym

All Access Workouts

We are so excited to have a wide range of HUR equipment at Empower Gym. HUR wheelchair accessible exercise equipment utilises Pneumatic (air resistance) technology. This follows the natural movement of the muscle, is easy on joints, and allows for optimal muscle loading equal to the fitness and ability level of each unique user.

The entire wheelchair accessible line includes the option for zero starting load. This is ideal for beginners and early initiation of rehabilitative therapy. Automatically loading touch screen exercise programs and equipment adjustments allow for safe, non-intimidating, independent use, allowing clients more control over their workouts while also saving staff time.

IN-CLINIC 1:1 EXERCISE SESSIONS

Our AEPs provide 30, 45, or 60-minute 1:1 sessions at Empower Gym, focusing on NDIS goals. The gym uses bodyweight, free weight, and machine exercises to improve strength, aerobic capacity, balance, mobility, and prevent falls. HUR gym equipment makes our space accessible for all abilities. AEPs can also refer participants to our experienced neuro physiotherapy team or therapy assistants to best utilise NDIS funding.

NDIS SMALL GROUP CLASSES

Empower Gym offers small group classes (max 3 participants) led by an AEP. Each participant has an individualised exercise program. AEPs supervise, explain exercise adjustments, correct technique, and encourage social interaction. Small group classes help to maximize NDIS funding. An initial assessment by an AEP is required.

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HIGH INTENSITY NEURO CLASSES

These classes are for people with neurological conditions who can mobilize independently (max 6 participants). They are circuit-based and include strength, aerobic, balance, and dual-task exercises in a safe, enjoyable environment. Interval training improves aerobic capacity and muscular endurance.

HOME VISITS & COMMUNITY BASED SESSIONS

AEPs offer home visits (30, 45, or 60 minutes) for clients unable to attend in-clinic sessions. These can occur in homes, care facilities, or community spaces, using a range of exercise equipment to achieve exercise-related goals.

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HYDROTHERAPY SESSIONS

Hydrotherapy involves exercises in a heated pool to reduce pain and swelling, increasing function and range of motion, and decreasing weight-bearing on joints. AEPs can travel to suitable pools to help clients achieve their exercise goals.

CONTACT OUR TEAM

WHY CHOOSE EMPOWER GYM?

  • We provide opportunities for participants to participate in NDIS and mainstream exercise classes.
  • We have a multi-disciplinary team.
  • We have highly trained therapy assistants that take patients through exercise programs that are prescribed by our Exercise Physiologists or Neuro Physiotherapists which are a cost effective solution to many patients funds.
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