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Professionals helping clients reach their best

Your Health, Our Expertise.

Meet Our Team

At the heart of our clinic is a small, dedicated team of highly trained physiotherapists who are passionate about helping you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free. With expert knowledge, personalised care, and a commitment to your recovery, we work together to deliver exceptional results in a warm and supportive environment.

Akbar Bhamji
Akbar Bhamji

AKBAR BHAMJI

Senior Physiotherapist/Principal BhSc Physiotherapy, PgCert Acupuncture - I am very excited to be working alongside the Fitness Plus team and be able to offer comprehensive physiotherapy service with emphasis on evidence-based medicine, exercise and rehabilitation. My goal is to not only assist you to repair, restore and resume full functional activity but to realise your potential and make it a reality. My expertise include sports and musculoskeletal injuries, orthopaedic management focussing on post-operative surgical repair/reconstruction, lower limb biomechanics, movement disorder/dysfunction and spinal injuries whether it be vocational (work) related, sport or recreational activities. I also offer acupuncture/ dry needling as part of injury management-treatment to facilitate recovery whether it be return to work, sport or general health. I have significant amount of experience working with elite athletes at International level, specifically being head physiotherapist and working closely with the Manu Samoa 7s rugby team on the World Rugby Sevens Circuit and further progressing to look after the Manu Samoa 15s at the 2015 Rugby World Cup I value diversity and respect all cultures and ethnicities. I consider a great strength is my ability to speak various languages which allows me to instantly build a rapport.

REBECCA DIANA
REBECCA DIANA

REBECCA DIANA

Rebecca graduated from AUT in 2008 with her Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy and started working in a West Auckland private practice. She quickly gained an interest in sports physiotherapy including injury prevention and management. Rebecca worked for four years with premier and reserve club rugby teams including Waitemata and Kumeu / Helensville. Rebecca also practiced as a community physiotherapist administering the Otago Exercise Programme which focused on fall prevention for the independent elderly. Through these clients, she developed a curiosity about chronic pain conditions. To aid in this work, she went on to get her Postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation from AUT. She worked at a private practice within the prestigious AUT Millennium Institute in Mairangi Bay for 8 years, where she got experience working with different types of athletes including swimmers, golfers, tennis players, and triathletes. She worked alongside surgeons, doctors, podiatrists, nurses, personal trainers, radiologists, nutritionists, and coaches, and believes in a strong multi-disciplinary approach to managing her patients. Rebecca’s passions include travel, yoga, pasta, comedy, and film – don’t get her started on the topic of movies or stand-up comedy if you don’t have the time and energy to discuss them with her.

KELLY POWELL
KELLY POWELL

KELLY POWELL

BhSc physiotherapy, PgCert Acupuncture - Kelly graduaed from AUT with a BHSc in Physiotherapy (2011), a Post Gradute Certificate in Western Acupuncture (2013) and currently completing a BA in NZSL Interpreting. Kelly has work with a vast range of populations ranging from rest homes, schools, sports teams and private practice clinics. With specalist skills in Neurokinetic Therapy (L1) , being a Pilates Instructora and a former PINC rehab specalist. Kelly likes adventure of the outdoors with surfing and mountain biking.

STACEY BORICH
STACEY BORICH

STACEY BORICH

Stacey graduated with a BHSc in physiotherapy from AUT in 2009. She went straight into musculoskeletal private practice in 2010 and continued her learning journey with: Pilates instructor training (2010), Working under the PINK programme as an oncology physiotherapist (2012) Completing a post graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture (2014) Undertaking a scar therapy course through Restore (2023) Training in vestibular and visual-occular rehabilitation as a concussion physiotherapist (2021). Doing additional training in Acupuncture for autonomic nervous system dysregulation (2023). She is an experienced and dedicated senior Physiotherapist, motivated to help patients with acute, chronic or complex conditions live full lives and achieve their functional and personal goals. Stacey is empathetic and caring when it comes to understanding the way that people tick and how the body works as a whole. She believes that the mind and body are strongly interconnected and have a flow on affect as to how people recover from injury and illness. She uses her skills to prioritise a 'whole body approach' to wellness. Her personal passions include travelling, spending time with her young family, and exercise; from weight training and HIIT classes, to waterpolo, netball, outdoor exploration and swimming. She has a deep love for reading and not a day goes by without a book in hand. She enjoys being creative and loves making polymer clay earrings in her spare time

HAMZA DEAN
HAMZA DEAN

HAMZA DEAN

Hamza is a dedicated musculoskeletal physiotherapist with a strong background in both clinical rehab and sideline sports physio. Having worked extensively with rugby teams across high school, club, and provincial levels, he brings first-hand insight into acute injury management and athlete recovery. Hamza’s personal journey through sport, including stepping away from rugby due to repeated concussions, has shaped his empathetic and patient-centred approach to care. He understands the physical and emotional challenges of injury and is passionate about helping others regain confidence in their bodies. With a solid foundation in manual therapy, exercise prescription, and tailored rehab planning, Hamza works collaboratively with clients from all backgrounds whether it’s managing long-term pain, returning to sport, or improving day-to-day function. Known for his calm, honest, and supportive style, Hamza values clear communication and building trust with every client."