Alex is the Director of Re-Energise Physio and our Lead physiotherapist. Originally from the UK, he completed his first degree in Geography in 2003. He then proceeded to work for the UK Police as an Intelligence Analyst profiling criminals for the Terrorist Unit and Drugs team. After spreading his wings and traveling, he attended a 10 day silent meditation retreat in Thailand where he discovered his calling for helping people and decided to study Physiotherapy.

Since gaining his physiotherapy qualification he managed clinics for two of the biggest companies in Auckland before moving to Papamoa two years ago. He has experience working with many sports teams including Crossfit athletes, Prems Rugby, Rugby League, Soccer, NPC netball, basketball, and NZ representative swimmers.

Alex has an extensive background in swimming; as an athlete and coach and has been competing at a high level for over 25 years.

The combination of his analytical skills and technical eye for biomechanics has enabled Alex to become effective at diagnosing and finding the most effective treatments for your injuries.

Alex spends his spare time enjoying the Papamoa lifestyle with his wife Kathryn and their young daughter Amber.

Luke has recently moved to the Mount Maunganui region this year, drawn by it’s friendly and laid back culture. Luke has experience in back and neck pain clinics in Wellington whilst at the same time working alongside rugby, basketball and soccer teams.

Luke combines different types of treatments in his sessions and frequently utilises his skills in dry needling (western acupuncture), manual therapy, and exercise prescription.

Luke also likes to keep active and is currently participating in Tauranga men’s basketball as well as learning to surf. Luke has also recently added yoga to his exercise and gym routine which he enjoys. On top of this, Luke is preparing for the Auckland marathon this October so you might see him out on the roads training.

Luke is full of energy and always keen to share a travel yarn from his time spent in South East Asia and in South America.

Samantha joined our team in 2017. She developed an interest in physiotherapy after multiple visits to a physiotherapist in her youth for recurring hip injuries.

Her experience ranges from working with older adults, post-surgical clients, children and those with neurological conditions.  Samantha enjoys being able to work with people to help them achieve their goals.

Samantha enjoys running and spending time at the beach soaking up the sunshine. She spent the majority of her teenage years playing hockey and tennis which she hopes to continue in the future.

She has a passion for being creative in the kitchen baking up delicious treats utilising her previous experience in hospitality.