Brindabella Park
Brindabella Park Staff Members
Michaela Thornton
Director; Principal Physiotherapist; Strength & Conditioning Coach
Bachelor in Exercise Science
Master in Physiotherapy, MAPA
APA Level 2 Sports Physiotherapist
FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine
ASCA Level 2 Strength & Conditioning Coach
APA Accredited in Neuromuscular Dry Needling
Michaela joined our team in 2014 after completing a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a Master of Physiotherapy at the University of Canberra. In addition, Michaela holds Certificates III and IV in Fitness, Level 1 and 2 Sports Physiotherapy, a Diploma in Sports Nutrition, a FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine, Level 2 Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA) Coaches Accreditation and holds an AFC/FA C License. She is also currently finalising her accreditation as an Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Accredited Exercise Scientist.
Michaela has a heavy background in Football (soccer) and Futsal so her professional interests in private practice lean towards acute sporting injuries, particularly of the ankle and knee. However, she has worked for a number of years in aged care as part of a multidisciplinary team as well as in the hospital setting at Calvary Hospital, gaining experience in the ICU, Orthopaedic and Medical wards providing cardiorespiratory and neurological Physiotherapy.
Michaela is the current Team Physiotherapist for the NRLW Canberra Raiders as well at the Canberra Raiders Junior Representative teams in the UNE Harold Matthews Cup and UNE SG Ball Cup. Michaela is also overseeing the care of multiple clubs across Canberra’s Men’s and Women’s National Premier Leagues and Capital League including Canberra Olympic FC, Canberra Croatia FC, Canberra Juventus FC, Majura FC and Radford College.
Previously, Michaela has worked with the Canberra Cavalry in the Australian Baseball League (ABL), Canberra United in the A-League Women’s, the Canberra United Academy squads, Canberra United Youth League team, Capital Footballs Talented Sports and Elite Programs as well as Belconnen United FC, Tigers FC and Monaro Panthers FC in the Men’s National Premier League and Canberra White Eagles FC in the Capital Premier League.
Physiotherapist
B.H.Sc.(Nursing)
M.Physio
GLA:D Qualified Physiotherpist
Alex graduated with a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Canberra in 2024. He previously graduated with a Bachelor of Nursing in Hong Kong and had been practicing for a few years. Fluent in both English and Chinese, he excels at connecting with clients from diverse backgrounds.
His interests include managing general and sports-related injuries, as well as promoting injury prevention strategies to support long-term health and mobility. Alex is qualified to deliver GLA:D (Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark) classes to help individuals manage hip and knee osteoarthritis through education and exercise.
In his spare time, Alex enjoys staying active through soccer and the gym.
Alex Tang
Tyree Senaratne
Physiotherapist
B.Physio
APA Accredited in Neuromuscular Dry Needling
Tyree graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Canberra in 2024 and holds additional qualifications including a Level 1 Sports Trainer Certificate and Dry Needling Accreditation. She is passionate about helping individuals achieve their recovery, health, and performance goals through personalised, evidence-based care.
Tyree enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries, with a particular interest in sports-related conditions – especially those affecting the ankle and knee. With a holistic and collaborative approach, she supports clients through every stage of injury management and performance optimisation. As an active soccer player with a background in softball, netball, and hockey, she understands the physical and mental demands of sport, fuelling her commitment to helping athletes recover, prevent injury, and perform at their best.
With a strong passion for women’s health, Tyree also offers lactational mastitis consultations and is trained in the use of therapeutic ultrasound to help relieve symptoms and support recovery.
Outside the clinic, Tyree enjoys staying active at the gym, walking her dog, painting, reading, and spending time with friends. She’s also currently trying to learn to waterski and ice skate.
Physiotherapist
B.Physio
APA Accredited in Neuromuscular Dry Needling
Russell graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Canberra in 2024. Throughout his studies, he gained valuable experience working with athletes across a range of sports, including football, AFL, rugby league, and rugby union. He has worked closely with local teams such as the Canberra Royals Rugby Union, Eastlake AFL Club, and Canberra Olympic Football Club.
He is currently the team physiotherapist for the Canberra Olympic Football Club in National Premier League Women’s and a physiotherapy intern with the Canberra Raiders Junior Representative teams.
With a strong sporting background, Russell has played local Premier League football and has a deep passion for bodybuilding and powerlifting. Having personally worked through injuries and rehabilitation from both football and bodybuilding, Russell has developed a particular interest in managing ankle, knee, hip, and shoulder injuries.
He holds a Level 1 Dry Needling certification, a Level 1 Sports Trainer certification, and is currently completing his Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coaching Accreditation with ASCA.
Outside of work, Russell enjoys training in the gym and can often be found playing or watching football.
Russell Khaw
Theveshran Moodley
Strength & Conditioning Coach
ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach
Theveshran is a dynamic force in sports and fitness, blending a passion for movement with a love of the finer things in life—like coffee that isn’t instant. An ASCA-accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach, Theveshran has spent the last four years balancing soccer balls, netball tactics, gym and study.
As a 4th-year physiotherapy student and a previous high level football and futsal player, Theveshran is dedicated to understanding the functional mechanics and physiological capabilities of grass roots and elite athletes and how they can be improved and adapted to meet specific functional goals.
Strength & Conditioning Coach
ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach,
Australian Weightlifting Federation
Sports Power Coach Level 1
Nikita is a dedicated strength and conditioning coach and sports power coach with a passion for optimising performance and helping athletes of all levels reach their full potential. With a background as a high-level football and futsal player, Nikita combines her firsthand athletic experience with growing knowledge of anatomy and rehabilitation to shape her coaching style.
Nikita holds ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning and Australian Weightlifting Federation Sports Power Level 1 certifications, as well as Certificates III and IV in Fitness, which provide a strong foundation for her coaching. Her interests surround optimising performance, preventing injuries, enhancing both athletic capabilities and everyday functionality, and growing knowledge of rehabilitation as she continues studies in physiotherapy.
Outside of coaching, Nikita loves music—whether it’s writing, singing, or playing the piano.
Nikita Perry
Michelle Hollis
Director; Business Manager
Michelle has been a Director and business manager of Performance Edge physiotherapy since 1994.
She is also passionate about mind / body health, working in the health industry of over 30 years as a Personal trainer & Pilates mat work instructor both in the clinic and with Leicester Tigers Rugby Union club.
In her spare time Mich enjoys working out in the gym, motor bike rides & hanging out with the fam.
Practice Manager
Mikayla joined the PEP family back in 2020 and has been our Practice Manager for the past few years. She manages the day-to-day operation of our clinics whilst also manning the reception desk.
Occasionally, you might see her covering sport on the weekends as she also holds her level 1 sports trainer certificate.
Outside of work Miki loves doing puzzles and playing with her dog Alfie!
