Evado StudiosEssendon

Sean Walton

Practice Principal | Sports Physiotherapist

Master of Physiotherapy (Sports)
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)

Sean is the Principal Physiotherapist at Evado Studios Essendon and he is passionate and motivated to help his clients achieve their health and fitness goals.

Sean has more than 10 years experience in the Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy field and has worked extensively in professional sport during this time. He spent 2 seasons at Melbourne Victory F.C. which included travelling internationally for the Asian Champions League and overseeing the A-league and Academy Medical Services. Prior to this, Sean worked with St Kilda F.C. in the role of Head Physiotherapist for the Sandringham Zebra (VFL) and has previously worked with the Melbourne United Basketball Team. Given his sports experience, Sean strives to deliver the same elite standard of care received in professional sport to all Evado Studios’ clients. 

Sean takes a holistic approach when rehabilitating injuries, aiming to find the true cause of the problem and strongly advocates for on-going exercise to prevent injury and achieve long-term health and fitness goals.

Sean has completed a post-graduate Masters Degree in Sports Physiotherapy and teaches on the topics of sports injury rehabilitation and dry needling.  

Special interests:

• Sports injuries
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Neck pain and headaches
• Adolescent injuries
• Lower back pain
• Foot & Ankle

Frank Care

Director | Sports Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Master of Physiotherapy (Sports)

Frank has 15 years experience in Sports and Spinal Physiotherapy having acquired his skills through a diverse exposure to sports and musculoskeletal patients. Frank’s experience in Sports Physiotherapy has seen him work with a large spectrum of athletes representing AFL, Rowing Australia, Athletics Australia, A-League Soccer and Swimming Australia. His work with these athletes has primarily focused on overuse injuries that require a complex and often long-term treatment/rehabilitation plan.

Frank is also passionate about treating chronic lower back pain in the general population. He believes the key to success is identifying ‘primary drivers’ to a patient’s pain and structuring rehabilitations programs to address these issues. It is for this reason that Frank began a 4-year Clinical Doctorate in 2015 investigating chronic lower back pain and the recovery benefits of Clinical Pilates.

Frank is a director of Evado Studios and has overseen its growth since its inception in 2011. He is proud of the concept of Evado Studios which offers programs to people of all ages and fitness levels.

Frank also oversees Evado Education – a professional development program that delivers courses and workshops for physiotherapists about the latest treatment and rehabilitation protocols for various musculo-skeletal conditions.

Special interests:

• Chronic lower back pain
• Hip & groin
• Clinical Pilates rehabilitation

Amelia Mcarthur

Practice Manager

Amelia is the Practice Manager at Evado Studios Essendon, bringing a wealth of expertise and passion for holistic health to the team. With previous experience as an Operations Manager for one of Melbourne's leading aesthetic clinics, Amelia has a proven track record in clinic management and patient care. 

Having grown up dancing, Amelia has a deep appreciation for the benefits of holistic treatments and their impact on overall well-being. This unique background allows Amelia to foster a supportive and effective environment, ensuring the highest standards of care and service for both clients and staff.

Outside of Evado Amelia enjoys Pilates and spending time with family and friends.

Omer Turkmen

Physiotherapist

Master of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Science (Neuroscience)
ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach
FIFA Diploma of Football Medicine (Current)

Omer has a passion to help people pursue their highest level of physical potential. He believes that every client requires a clear management plan, individually tailored to achieve their health and fitness goals.

Omer is currently the Junior Academy Medical Lead at Melbourne Victory FC. He has previously worked with Coburg Lions FC (VFL), Avondale FC (NPL), & South Melbourne FC (NPL). He has applied physiotherapy, strength and conditioning principles from the onset of an individual’s injury until their return to performance. Omer strives to deliver the gold-standard care in an elite sports medicine setting to all his clients, from elite athletes to the weekend warrior.

Omer currently plays futsal competitively, with an extensive sporting background in football (soccer), tennis, and swimming. He enjoys talking about travelling and sports.

Special Interests:

• Sports Injuries
• Adolescent Injuries
• Lower Limb Injuries
• Post-Operative Rehabilitation

Joe De Francesco

Physiotherapist

Master of Physiotherapy Practice 
Bachelor of Applied Science 
Level 1 & 2 Neuromuscular Dry Needling & Cupping
 

Joe has a unique blend of experience as a physiotherapist in both private practice and the hospital system, he has experience with a wide spectrum of patients across the lifespan. 

Joe has a keen interest in preventative healthcare, and firmly believes in the importance of developing individualised management plans to help people achieve goals that are important to them.

Joe is currently Head Physiotherapist for Brunswick Zebras and has a keen interest in sports related injuries. 

Fun fact: Joseph is a fluent Italian speaker.

Special Interests:

• Sports Injuries
• Pre and Post-Operative rehabilitation
• Osteoarthritis
• Workcover & TAC claims

Raphael Morrissey

High Performance Manager

BSc Sports & Exercise Science
Cert IV in Fitness 
ESSA S&C Coach

Raphael is the High Peformance Manager at Evado Studios Essendon! He will be leading our fitness service and Athlete Development program. 

Raph brings a wealth of expertise in sports and exercise science, holding a Bachelor's degree in Sports and Exercise science from Latrobe University and certifications as a ESSA Sport Scientist and Certificates 3 and 4 in Fitness. Raph has over 5 years of experience as a strength and conditioning coach, he has honed his skills working with elite athletes, including stints at Manchester City Football Club and Carlton AFL. His passion for optimising performance and fostering a supportive fitness environment makes him an invaluable addition to our team at Evado Studios Essendon. 

Outside of work Raph competes in State League volleyball and enjoys Olympic weightlifting. 

Paul Jackson

Personal Trainer | Pilates Instructor

Certificate IV Pilates 
Certificate IV Fitness 
Bachelor of Exercise Science (Clinical Practice)
Masters of Clinical Exercise & Rehabilitation (Current)

Paul is an Exercise Scientist with more than 8 years’ experience teaching across fitness and Pilates settings to help clients build physical function and meet their goals. He takes an individualised and adaptable approach to exercise programming to ensure he meets each person where they are. 

A firm believer that exercise should be fun, Paul advocates for variety as a key ingredient in any exercise program and is skilled at assisting clients integrate exercise into other aspects of life for sustainable and long-term results. He aims to bring clarity to an industry crowded with complexity - bridging the gap between research and the needs of the person in front of him whilst taking an evidence-based approach and incorporating principles of health at every size.

Whether it be lifting a heavy barbell, accumulating kilometres on the rowing machine, taking a long walk or simply rolling on the floor - Paul is a lifelong lover of movement.  A trained contemporary dancer, he is a practicing dance artist with a keen interest in walking patterns and using gravity to develop movement efficiency.

Paul is currently undertaking a Masters of Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation at Victoria University, gaining more specialised knowledge in the design and management of exercise programs for people living with chronic conditions and mental illness. 

Bronwyn O'Brien

Personal Trainer | Pilates Instructor

Certificate III & IV Fitness
Bachelor of Arts
Masters of Nutrition
Spin & Boxing Instructor

Bronwyn is a certified Personal Trainer, Mat & Reformer Pilates, Spin and Boxing instructor, as well as a qualified Dietitian. She has been in the fitness industry for over 25 years and has always been passionate about health and fitness.

From a young age, Bronwyn realised that she wanted a career in the fitness industry, becoming a qualified gym instructor at the age of 18. She then competed in bodybuilding as a junior and won the title Junior Ms Melbourne. She went on further in her later years to represent Australia internationally winning Ms Universe & World Figure BodyBuilding.

After recognising that nutrition is an integral part of health and fitness, Bronwyn became a qualified Nutritionist and has been practising in private practice.

Bronwyn has been teaching both mat and reformer Pilates for almost 20 years. Her classes consist of a combination of exercises to help stretch the body whilst also feeling the burn.

Olivia Bykowska

Pilates Instructor

APPI Certified Pilates Instructor

Olivia is a qualified Pilates Instructors at Evado Studios Essendon. Olivia is currently studying her masters in physiotherapy at Victoria University. She has studied Health Science at La Trobe University and certification in Mat and reformer Pilates at APPI, laying the groundwork for her career in health and rehabilitation. 

Olivia excels in designing customised fitness programs tailored to individual needs and goals. She finds joy in connecting with clients from all backgrounds and fitness levels, fostering a supportive environment for health and wellness.

Passionate about promoting active lifestyles, Olivia looks forward to combining her Pilates expertise with her future physiotherapy practice to optimise rehabilitation and improve overall well-being.

Savyra Kahn

Pilates Instructor

APPI Certified Pilates Instructor

Savyra is one of our Pilates instructors at Evado Studios Essendon! With years of experience as a Pilates and Yoga Instructor, Savyra brings a wealth of expertise in both Mat and Reformer Pilates. She holds a Yoga Certification from Yoga Union and is a Certified Mat and Reformer Instructor from United Health. Savyra’s approach combines challenging yet accessible workouts tailored to individual needs, including specialised pre- and post-natal sessions.

Savyra is passionate about holistic well-being, she integrates breath work and mindfulness into her classes, creating a supportive and motivating environment for all clients. 

Sarah Ingram

Personal Trainer | Pilates Instructor

Certificate III & IV Fitness
Bachelor of Health Science/Applied Science

Sarah is a passionate Personal Trainer and Pilates instructor and brings a wealth of knowledge to our clients. Sarah's connection to the clinic is her passion for sports and recovery. She competes in the AFLW and VFLW for Collingwood, while studying a Bachelor of Health Science / Applied Science at RMIT university to soon become an Osteopath.

Sarah loves that here at Evado we are helping everyone to recover and prevent injuries by building strength and general fitness to feel and move better. 

On weekends Sarah likes to get outdoors, go to the gym and she enjoys catching up with friends and family.

Chiara Fiorillo

Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (Current)

Chiara loves the fun and encouraging environment that Evado presents, where she can witness people achieve their own health and fitness goals. She enjoys the opportunity in interacting with clients and creating a positive Evado experience. 

Chiara has a passion for health and fitness, competing as a netballer, dancer and participating in charity runs. Her passion led her to Evado where she started as a client, taking Pilates classes and seeing Evado's clinical nutritionist before joining the team in 2022. 

Outside of work, Chiara is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at LaTrobe University and also takes Acting classes. 

In her spare time, she loves hanging out with friends, going on long walks and to the gym, as well as visiting Melbourne's beautiful restaurants.

Alyssa Russo

Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Science (Current)

Alyssa is currently study a Bachelor of Science at The University of Melbourne and is aspiring to become a Physiotherapist. She enjoys seeing clients work hard to achieve their fitness goals.

Alyssa is a sports enthusiast and has participated in a number of sports including netball and tennis. Her interest in sport and helping others overcome their injuries has sparked her interest in studying this field of science.

In her spare time she likes to go down to the coast and spend time with friends and family.

Nicola Parastatidis

Administrative Assistant

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Physiotherapy)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Current)

Nicola is currently studying a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at La Trobe University and aspires to be a Physiotherapist. 

She has a passion for sport and fitness, having played a number of sports including football and netball growing up. Nicola loves to watch football and attend matches to support my favourite team, Collingwood.

In her spare time, she enjoys playing and watching sports, going to the gym and spending time with friends and family.