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Meet our experts behind Your Performance. Elite Experience, Support & Care.
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 forges 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 to detail and 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 and injury rehabilitation.
We support athletes in their pursuit of success.
WHO WE ARE
Peter has spent the majority of his career in the Education sector, most recently as Director of Sport at Mentone Grammar for 7 years. He has held a variety of leadership and management positions and been lucky enough to work with a variety of talented athletes and their families as they work towards and embark on professional sporting careers.
General Manager
Peter O’Gorman
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
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
Patrick has been at the forefront of delivering high-performance programs in the private sector in Melbourne for the past 5 years. His experience as a High Performance Manager in the NBL1 and strength and conditioning expertise in the VFL combine to deliver a world-class Athletic Development Program at Foundry Athletic.
Head of Athletic Performance
Patrick Wilson
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
Darcy has a Master of Clinical Psychology from Swinburne University and experience with the Danny Frawley Centre, St Kilda Football Club, and various sports initiatives. He is now a Clinical Psychology Registrar in the public mental health system and anjoys supporting Athletes across all sports in the mental wellbeing space.
Psychologist
Darcy Levin
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
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
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
Shania is a qualified strength and conditioning coach with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science and ASCA Level 2 accreditation. With experience across various sports and a background as a gymnast and VFL footballer, she specialises in athletic performance, injury management, and empowering female athletes.
Athlete Development Coach
Shania Gammaldi
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
Hayley has spent 10 years working in the sporting industry and is passionate about women's 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
Gabby Vallence
Remedial Therapist
With over 7 years of experience in private practice and with AFL clubs, Gabby has a deep understanding of sports massage and injury management. She tailors her treatments to meet the unique needs of athletes, promoting recovery, enhancing performance, and preventing injuries.
Lachlan O'Connor
Athlete Development Coach
Lachlan is a qualified ASCA Level 1, Strength and Conditioning coach with a strong interest in AFL and field-based athletes. He is the current High-Performance Manager of the Sandringham Dragons boys' program, strengthened with his experience at Werribee Football Club in the VFL and time coaching at Carey Baptist Grammar. He understands what it takes to develop young athletes at an elite level.
Liam Giliam
Athlete Development Coach
Liam is a Strength and Conditioning Coach (ASCA Level 1) with experience in court and field sports. As High-Performance Manager at Beaumaris Sharks and Lead Strength Coach for Basketball Victoria’s State Development Program, he is also an accomplished triathlete himself who understands the balance between endurance, agility and speed for team and individual athletes.
Brendan Cole
Performance Therapist
Brendan, from Mackay, Australia, is a former elite track and field athlete, winning gold in the 4x400m relay at the 2010 Commonwealth Games. With qualifications in soft tissue therapy, exercise science, strength and conditioning, pilates, and philosophy, he has worked globally as a therapist, coach, and manager, including roles as Head Coach at ALTIS and Start Coach for the USA Olympic Bobsled and Skeleton Team.
A Myotherapist with a background in Gymnastics trained at RMIT after overcoming personal injuries. She volunteered in Cambodia, treating communities and athletes. Now, Adriana brings her clincial mind to manual therapy, also providing adjuncts to help at home to keep your body in tune.
Myotherapist
Adriana Tselepis
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Lachlan is a qualified ASCA Level 1, Strength and Conditioning coach with a strong interest in AFL and field-based athletes. He is the current High-Performance Manager of the Sandringham Dragons boys' program, strengthened with his experience at Werribee Football Club in the VFL and time coaching at Carey Baptist Grammar. He understands what it takes to develop young athletes at an elite level.
Athlete Development Coach
Lachlan O'Connor
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
A Myotherapist with a background in Gymnastics trained at RMIT after overcoming personal injuries. She volunteered in Cambodia, treating communities and athletes. Now, Adriana brings her clincial mind to manual therapy, also providing adjuncts to help at home to keep your body in tune.
Myotherapist
Adriana Tselepis
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Lachlan is a qualified ASCA Level 1, Strength and Conditioning coach with a strong interest in AFL and field-based athletes. He is the current High-Performance Manager of the Sandringham Dragons boys' program, strengthened with his experience at Werribee Football Club in the VFL and time coaching at Carey Baptist Grammar. He understands what it takes to develop young athletes at an elite level.
Athlete Development Coach
Lachlan O'Connor
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
A Myotherapist with a background in Gymnastics trained at RMIT after overcoming personal injuries. She volunteered in Cambodia, treating communities and athletes. Now, Adriana brings her clincial mind to manual therapy, also providing adjuncts to help at home to keep your body in tune.
Myotherapist
Adriana Tselepis
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING...
I highly recommend Gabby, remedial massage therapist as she is an absolute gem and an asset to Foundry Athletic. She is warm, welcoming, respectful and very knowledgeable. She has helped me so much and also helped my husband and daughters. My family and I want to share this positive review as Gabby provides exceptional service and treatment and is so caring and professional on every visit and we rate her an amazing 5 stars with gratitude - thank you!!
Christina Giarrusso
Came to Foundry to see Ashley, the Physio, for my sore neck. The best physio I have ever seen. Professional, knowledgeable and reassuring. Thanks very much
Andrea Parry
My son, Sam has been experiencing a knee concern, and has been under the care of Niall - physiotherapist. Niall has been amazing - he has been so professional, thorough and proactive. Sam has been worried about his knee, and Niall has been very clear with Sam and has walked him through the rehabilitation process and has really helped ease his concerns
Katie Haywood
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
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
A Myotherapist with a background in Gymnastics trained at RMIT after overcoming personal injuries. She volunteered in Cambodia, treating communities and athletes. Now, Adriana brings her clincial mind to manual therapy, also providing adjuncts to help at home to keep your body in tune.
Myotherapist
Adriana Tselepis
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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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