Cultivating inherent value through athletic transformation.
Our unique facility in Bayside Cheltenham mimics a working foundry where our elite level of medical care, high performance and wellness transforms our athletes into something stronger, more purposeful and inherently more valuable.
Our dynamic team crafts our athletes into individuals who are not only inherently stronger and more purposeful but also inherently more valuable. What truly distinguishes us is our unwavering commitment to extending the same meticulous attention and steadfast support that were once the exclusive privilege of professional athletes. Foundry Athletic is dedicated to democratising excellence, ensuring that everyone can access the pinnacle of athletic development.
We support athletes in their pursuit of success.
WHO WE ARE
With a decade in elite sports, Ashley, former Head of Rehabilitation at Essendon Football Club (AFL) and Head Physiotherapist at Western United (A-League), brings top-tier care and expertise to Foundry Athletic.
Head of Medical
Services
Ashley Lynch
Coming from Ireland, Niall has worked in both professional and international rugby union as well as with the Irish women's Olympic field hockey team. He has also completed concussion research with the National Collegiate Athletic Association in America and with World Rugby.
Physiotherapist & Concussion Management Lead
Niall McNelis
A Myotherapist with a background in Gymnastics trained at RMIT after overcoming personal injuries. She volunteered in Cambodia, treating communities and athletes. Now, Adriana directs at Foundry Athletic, also serving as a Myotherapist & Strength Coach.
Rehabilitation Coach
Adriana Tselepis
With a wealth of Practice Management experience, Kath ensures everyone who visits Foundry Athletic is greeted with a smile and leaves no stone unturned to make sure the experience is a positive one.
Practice Manager
Kath Kovac
With over 7 years in private practice and AFL clubs, Gabby's experience gives her a deep understanding of various massage techniques, particularly those relevant to sports massage and injury management.
Remedial Therapist
Gabby Vallence
With a Bachelor's in Sports Science and ASCA Level 1 Certification, Connor coached at Melbourne Storm SG Ball, Melbourne University Rugby, and Beaumaris FC, specialising in strength and conditioning with a focus on speed and agility training.
Athlete Development Coach
Connor Toki
Peter is a National level runner in middle-distance track and has spent 10 years working in the Fitness and Sporting Industry, bringing experience across the AFL and Coates Talent League as the current High Performance Manager of the Sandringham Dragons Football Club (U18 Boys).
Athlete Development Coach
Peter Green
Hayley has spent 10 years working in the sporting industry and is passionate about womens sport. She brings experience from many sports at the professional and semi professional level, including Casey Demons VFLW, Melbourne AFLW, Casey Demons VNL and the Spectres NBLW
Athlete Development Coach
Hayley Campbell
Maddi currently has her own business helping companies build their online presence through content creation and social media channels. Mads is also an AFLW player for Essendon football club and has played football for the past 7 years.
Digital Media Specialist
Maddison Gay
Ami completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University. Ami has previously worked in private practice and multiple sporting clubs.
This is where she gained her passion for assisting clients and athletes in reaching their peak performance and achieving their optimal goals.
Physiotherapist
Ami Nishikawa
Steve worked in Occupational Therapy for 5 years before he studied Physiotherapy at UniSA and ACU. Steve has worked in rugby, soccer and footy as a trainer and physio. As a former cricketer at Melbourne Cricket Club in premier cricket, Steve has an understanding of the demands of playing sport at an elite level.
Physiotherapist
Steve Van Riet
With a Master's in Physiotherapy and a Bachelor in Exercise Sports Science from Swinburne University, Nat specialises in athlete rehabilitation. She incorporates Clinical Pilates and draws from over six years of competitive swimming at the Open National level to enhance her practice.
Physiotherapist
Natalie Nyaguy
Ami Nishikawa
Physiotherapist
Ami completed a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University. Ami has previously worked in private practice and multiple sporting clubs.
This is where she gained her passion for assisting clients and athletes in reaching their peak performance and achieving their optimal goals.
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