ASCA Level 2 Strength & Conditioning Coach

Originally from South Australia, Kai made the move to Sydney at 16 to pursue Rugby Union. Now with 6 years in the fitness industry accumulating impressive experience and qualifications, he's helped build Athlete Chocolate Box. Moving from a team to a coaching environment, Kai loves hard work and discipline, transferring this passion into his coaching. He is all about helping athletes reach their highest potential and working with them to achieve their unique goals whatever their sport. He's worked with a number of professional sporting teams and athletes providing him with a wealth of knowledge for all ages and levels. If you've got Kai on your team, you're going to go far and enjoy the process. You can also book in with Kai for private individual S&C sessions.

Bachelor of Health Science (movement Science), Master of Exercise Physiology + Graduate certificate in exercise rehabilitation in sports injuries 

Having studied a Masters of Exercise Physiology, Brendan will work with you to develop a clear plan to help you reach your goal. He views rehabilitation as an opportunity to improve your movement and get you back to your best.

Brendan has a special interest in sports rehabilitation for the full lifespan , seeing him undertake further study in this area , as well as the management of osteoarthritis through resistance training. He has a particular focus on the nuances of human movement and strives to empower his clients through continued education and objective goal setting. 

Doctor of Physiotherapy
+ ASCA Level I Strength & Conditioning Coach

Sam is our Athlete physio and main point of rehab referral for the athlete program. His wealth of experience has seen him work with elite athletes, sub-elite athletes, and many local weekend warriors. As our resident surf ripper and snowboarder, Sam has had his fair share of injuries and his personal experience allows him to empathise and understand the rehabilitation process. His approach to treatment is tailored to the individual with a focus on active rehabilitation and hands on therapy. Sam helps every athlete better understand their injury, where they are in the rehabilitation process and their role in achieving and surpassing their rehabilitation goals. Sam also runs our Surfing Strength Program on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. These classes are designed to improve athleticism that transfers to the water, targeting physical qualities relevant to surfing; strength, power, energy system development, mobility and injury resilience.