Evado StudiosNewport

Olivia Yin

Practice Principal | Senior Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Health Science
Doctor of Physiotherapy 
Masters of Sports Physiotherapy (Current)

Olivia is an APA registered Physiotherapist having graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Doctor of Physiotherapy.

Throughout her career, Olivia has developed a keen interest in treating musculoskeletal conditions such as spinal and peripheral joint pathologies and soft tissue injuries. This has led to her working with the Point Cook Football Club and furthering her education by currently completing her Masters in Sports Physiotherapy.

She adopts an active approach to rehabilitation and thus is proficient in writing and supervising therapeutic rehabilitation programs. She also adopts the philosophy that ‘you never know what you can achieve, until you try’, which she incorporates into her injury management to ensure that clients can achieve their goals and take their health to the next level. Olivia works to empower her clients with the knowledge and tools to improve their health and wellbeing and manage their injuries.

In her free time, she also enjoys playing netball, practicing yoga and playing board games.

Frank Care

Director | APA Sports Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy 
Master of Physiotherapy (Sports)

Frank has over 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

Andrew Mangani

Fitness Manager | Exercise Scientist | Personal Trainer

Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice)
Certificate IV in Pilates

Andrew is an Accredited Exercise Scientist who has completed his Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice) and a Certificate IV in Pilates (Mat and Reformer).

Andrew spent two seasons as a Strength and Conditioning coach for Hume City FC in the Victorian National Premier League of Soccer. He monitored athlete wellness and performance, ran rehab sessions for injured athletes, as well as managed the player’s GPS devices.

Having undergone his own rehabilitation from a knee injury, Andrew has the advantage of empathising with clients under physical duress. This includes clients that wish to ‘take the next step’ with their health and fitness, or those with a current or chronic injury. He is eager to pass his knowledge onto others through exercise and education, that way his clients feel empowered and motivated to change their exercise habits and physical condition.

Andrew works with people of all ages and levels of fitness. He is also registered and has experience working with NDIS clients.

In his spare time Andrew enjoys running with the goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon.

Jennifer Tan

Practice Manager

Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Diploma of Interior Design & Decoration

Jennifer joined Evado Studios in 2016 at the Point Cook studio when it had first opened. At the time, she was studying her Bachelors in Education at Australian Catholic University and has since completed her degree.

Jennifer was drawn to Evado Studios’ mission statement ‘to give people the belief and confidence they can take their health to the next level’. She enjoys helping clients find the right pathway whether it being clinical or fitness. She is constantly motivated by each clients’ individual journey and their progression to fitness. 

Over the years, Jennifer has built strong relationships with clients and staff alike, and enjoys the variety of services that Evado has to offer. From this experience, her knowledge in leadership and managing relationships have been implemented in her work ethic. This has led her to continue her role as an Area Manager for the Evado Group.

Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys eating at trendy restaurants and going on hikes. 

Hugh Collins

Exercise Scientist | Personal Trainer

Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Current)

Hugh is an accredited Exercise Scientist who has completed his Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science at Deakin Geelong and is currently studying his Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology.

Hugh has spent time working as an Allied Health Assistant in Geelong. He has worked with a wide variety of clients, helping them complete their strength and rehabilitation programs.

Having undergone his own rehabilitation from a knee injury, Hugh found a passion in helping clients achieve their fitness goals. He loves being able to pass on his knowledge of exercise to clients during classes.

Hugh has spent time working with clients of all ages through placements at university and work as an Allied Health Assistant and is capable of training clients of all ages and training experience.  

In his spare time Hugh enjoys keeping physically active by going to the gym and playing golf.   

Olivia Clay

Pilates Instructor | Personal Trainer

Certificate III in Fitness
Certificate in Mat & Reformer Pilates
Metafit Certified

Olivia is a qualified personal trainer and Pilates instructor. She has been a fitness instructor for over 18 years, teaching group exercise classes including cycle, HIIT and personal training. She has previously led a fitness team and community with Metafiit for 2 years. 

Olivia discovered reformer and mat Pilates as a form of exercise when she noticed that high impact classes were not meant for everyone; especially the older population who needed to keep moving for as long as possible. Olivia’s passion for movement and fitness had led her to complete her Certificate III in Mat and Reformer Pilates in 2018 to encourage people to continue moving throughout all stages of their lives.

Olivia enjoys spending time with her family outdoors staying fit and healthy. 

Paula Harris

Fitness Supervisor | Pilates Instructor | Personal Trainer

Certificate III & IV in Fitness
Level 1 & 2 Bootcamp & Outdoor Group Instructor
Metafit Bodyweight Trainer
Diploma in Health & Leisure (Current)
 

An accredited Personal Trainer and Group Fitness leader with over 25 years’ experience in the Fitness Industry including Mat Pilates and recently Reformer, functional training, Les Mills Body Pump, Core, Cycle, HIIT including Metafit and HIIT step. Paula is a trainer and assessor which sees her educating trainers to become successful Certificate III and IV fitness leaders. She is also currently completing her Diploma in Health and Leisure.

Paula’s role has seen her manage, instruct group fitness and personal training in regional Griffith NSW and the coastal area of Wollongong until recently when she moved to Newport with her partner.

Her passion is to help clients achieve goals in fitness, health, and wellbeing through exercise and proper technique whether you are new to fitness or have been exercising long term.

With a special love for helping “new to fitness” members feel and become more confident in their workouts, Paula believes she can provide a safe space for clients to exercise in. 

Paula enjoys mountain bike riding, reading on rainy days, and walks with her fur baby, 8 year old Beaglier Emma. 

Carmel Reeve

Pilates Instructor

Certificate in Mat & Reformer Pilates
Ante-natal & Post-natal Instruction
Bachelor of Arts (Musical Theatre)
Graduate Diploma of Education

Carmel is a qualified Reformer and Mat Pilates Instructor and has joined our fitness team here at Evado Newport. Having completed a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre, she toured Australia and Australasia with Walt Disney before becoming a Pilates instructor. Carmel has an extensive background in dance where she completed Graduate Diploma in Teaching, Ballet, Tap and Jazz. She also has qualifications in Antenatal and Postnatal Pilates, and Therapeutic Yoga.

Whilst teaching dance, Carmel tore her ACL ligament in her knee and turned to physiotherapy and Pilates to help with rehabilitation and conditioning. Her journey as a client led her to undertake her Pilates course at the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. This helped her to understand the mechanics behind her rehabilitation and how she can use this knowledge to cater to clients recovering from an injury like herself and their overall health and fitness. 

Over the years, Carmel has continued to build her knowledge in the fitness and health space. She has undertaken workshops for professional development in spinal mobility, strength, exercise science & postural screening, and nutrition & body fat management. This provided Carmel a better understanding of movement for mind body connection, pain relief and strength building to help provide clients with a full body workout. 

Outside of Evado, Carmel enjoys kayaking, swimming, cake decorating and painting with her family. 

Ruby Eppelstun

Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Science (Physiology)
Doctor of Physiotherapy (Current)

Ruby has completed her Bachelor of Science (Majoring in Physiology) at the University of Melbourne. She is currently undergoing a Doctor of Physiotherapy, with the aim of specialising in pelvic health physiotherapy. 

Growing up Ruby played a lot of sports and enjoyed netball and volleyball at a high level. These days she spends most of her time doing reformer Pilates, studying and spending time with friends and family. 

Ruby aspires to motivate and inspire others. Working at Evado has allowed Ruby to connect with like-minded people and help others on their fitness and injury recovery journeys. 

Emma Tabone

Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Current)

Driven by her passion for swimming after years as a competitive swimmer training and completing her rehabilitation at Evado Point Cook, Emma joined the administrative team. 

She is currently studying a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at Australian Catholic University. Emma is an aspiring Physiotherapist, which stemmed from her long history of rehabilitation and wanting to help others in their rehab journey.

Outside of her administative duties, Emma enjoys swimming, baking and going out with friends.

Nicole King

Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) & Bachelor of Arts (Current)

Nicole is currently in her fourth year of her double degree in Law and Arts, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Anthropology. She has had a lifelong passion for the administrative field, and her interest in clinical Psychology deepens her desire to help others achieve their goals. She greatly enjoys contributing to the team and everyone's fitness journeys in meaningful ways.

She spends most of her spare time reading, playing with her cat, and going out for dinner with friends. She has continued to enjoy social sports like netball and badminton since her high school years.”

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.