Our Team

Ashley is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology from the University of Auckland. She has experience supporting clients across a wide range of conditions, including cardiovascular, metabolic, musculoskeletal, neurological, and cancer-related concerns. Her clinical approach is centred on personalised, evidence-based exercise programs that aim to restore physical function, build confidence, and enhance overall quality of life.

Ashley is passionate about making movement accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Whether she’s working in a clinical setting or coaching at BFT, she is known for her encouraging, adaptable style—tailoring exercises to suit each individual’s abilities, goals, and preferences.

Outside of work, Ashley stays active through her own training and participation in sports like squash and netball. She thrives on building both physical strength and community through movement, and balances her professional life with quality time spent with family and friends.

Brandon completed a Master of Health Science degree at Massey University, Wellington in 2013, in which he investigated the effects of exercise on vascular health in Stroke survivors. Brandon continued to be heavily involved in various research projects and lectured in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Prescription and Sports Nutrition.

Brandon managed a stroke rehabilitation clinic at Massey University and has developed extensive knowledge of neurological disabilities in addition to his work with physically disabled and visually impaired clients.

Brandon is an avid mountain biker and surfer, who can often be found riding the many trails located around the Wellington region, or in the waters of Lyall Bay. He is also always keen to talk about cricket!

Caitlin graduated from Otago University in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Science, majoring in Exercise Physiology with honours. She has extensive experience working with patients with chronic health conditions and illnesses including cancer, mental health and musculoskeletal injuries.

Caitlin is a strong advocate of ‘knowledge is power’, Caitlin goes above and beyond to empower her clients and ensure they have a complete understanding of the what, why and how. She also has an in depth understanding of the role an engaging and integrative health model can have on the long term health outcomes for anyone.

Fun fact: She is a social butterfly who hates silence, 5 seconds of silence to Caitlin feels like 5 hours but she is working on it

Cara has worked in the rehabilitation and physical training industry for the last six years, completing a Master’s in Health Science with Distinction along the way. She has predominantly specialised in musculoskeletal condititions – particularly chronic pain and injuries that have been deemed advanced or “tricky” to solve – and has also worked with a variety of other special populations from cardiovascular conditions through to high level sport performance.

Her passion for helping people with chronic and life changing conditions stems from her own chronic back injury that she sustained from a significant BMX crash thirteen years ago.

While she still enjoys riding bikes, Cara has a newfound love for hiking in the hills with her dogs. She is a social, positive, and active person who loves life and the people around her.

Natalie is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with over a decade of experience, having graduated with Honours in Biokinetics from the University of Pretoria in 2012. After spending 10 years practicing in South Africa, she relocated to New Zealand in 2022, bringing with her a strong foundation in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and a deep commitment to supporting special populations—including individuals with neurological, autoimmune, and metabolic conditions.

Natalie is particularly passionate about working with older adults and has developed a special interest in supporting ageing women to prevent chronic disease and promote long-term health and vitality. She believes in the power of small, sustainable changes, using evidence-based exercise interventions to help her clients reclaim their strength, independence, and overall quality of life.

With a warm, encouraging style, Natalie takes pride in helping people reconnect with movement through modalities they enjoy most. Her personalised exercise prescriptions are not only clinically sound but also tailored to suit each client’s lifestyle, preferences, and goals—whether they’re returning from illness, managing a condition, or simply looking to feel healthier and happier.

Outside of work, Natalie is a proud mum of two girls, an avid runner, and a former college tennis player (on scholarship in Austin, Texas). In 2017, she completed the Comrades Marathon—an 87 km ultramarathon—highlighting her personal dedication to endurance, resilience, and staying active through every life stage.

In 2014, Sam received an Honours Degree in Physical Activity, Exercise and Health from the University of Wolverhampton, England. Since then, he spent 8 and a half years as a Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Practitioner, firstly working in the British National Health Service, then progressing to General Manager of a Charitable Organization.

Throughout Sam’s career, he has been involved with research into the effect of early intervention of individualised exercise programs on an acute exacerbation of COPD or Pulmonary Fibrosis, and separately into the most effective exercise routines for patients suffering from Post Viral Syndrome (Long Covid). After these experiences, He has become a strong believer that exercise is for all, no matter your barriers to participation or severity of condition.

People would describe Sam as a patient, understanding and empathetic individual who would go out of his way to ensure the best service is provided.

Tessa has been immersed in the health and fitness industry for over a decade and began her career as an Exercise Physiologist after completing her master’s degree in 2017. Her master’s research focused on chronic fatigue syndrome, specifically assessing the physiological response to exercise in this population. This sparked a lasting passion for working with invisible illnesses, where she aims to empower individuals to navigate their unique challenges through tailored approaches.

Tessa’s philosophy is grounded in functional training, prioritising movement that directly enhances a person’s ability to do all the things that make life meaningful—work, family, or recreation. She is also deeply invested in the role of exercise in  preventing chronic disease; assisted by a background in education, she is on an added mission to educate everyone she works with (and anyone who will listen really!).

Fun fact: She’s in the top 0.1% of Eminem listeners worldwide and no matter how hard she tries, he’s always her #1 artist.