• Rod Ventura

    FOUNDER / HEAD PHYSIOTHERAPIST

  • Shauni Hazledine

    PHYSIOTHERAPIST

  • Luke Bero

    PHYSIOTHERAPIST

  • Christina Corsello

    CLINIC MANAGER

  • Jade Martin

    ADMIN

TEAMWORK

MAKES THE DREAMWORK

At Movement Theory, we’re all about creating a culture where our staff can thrive, feel supported & appreciated; and to provide a platform for personal & professional growth & development.

ROD

Meet our boss man, Rodrigo!
Having spent the past 10 years refining his craft, Rod has a wealth of knowledge & experience in the physiotherapy game.
He's an avid sportsman, playing soccer from a young age and has also dabbled in various sports along the way such as Basketball, Cricket, AFL, Crossfit & Golf. This experience has given him the ability to understand how the body moves when placed under different loads.
Rod's observable thirst to learn & grow as a therapist has allowed him to develop a niche in his approach to managing pain & injuries.
As we enter the next stage of our business journey, we could not be more excited to see the next group of therapists thrive under Rod's exceptional leadership.

Rods’ Training & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement and Health Studies)

  • Master of Physiotherapy

  • Gerentology Level 1 & 2

  • Level 1 Dry Needling

  • Advanced Dry Needling

  • Anatomy Trains in Training

  • Blackroll Certified Trainer

  • NKT (Neurokinetic Therapy) Level 1 & 2

  • Level 1 Sports Trainer

  • Rocktape Kinesiology Taping

  • Myofascial Cupping Technique

  • Integrated Muscle Testing and Palpation (IMTAP)

  • Level 1 Nutrition Course for Allied Health Professionals

  • Anatomy in Motion (AiM)

  • Anatomy Trains Structural Bodywork Part I 

    -Arches and Legs

    -Fans of the Hip

    -Abdomen, Chest & Breath

    -Tensegrity Spine

    -Shoulders and Arms

    -Head, Neck and Jaw

  • Anatomy Trains Structural Bodywork Part II

  • DMA Clinical Pilates Part A & B

  • Members of Professional Bodies & Affiliations

  • Australian Physiotherapy Association

    -Musculoskeletal National Group

    -Business Group

SHAUNI

A South Australian through & through; Shauni has spent the past 10 years working in the Physiotherapy industry with clients from all walks of life, gathering a myriad of specialised skills along the way.

Her exceptional physiotherapy skills have been recognised through being a top 5 finalist in the The Advertisers 2024 “SA’s Best Physio” award!

Shauni enjoys treating her clients full circle, from acute injury management through to rehabilitation.

Expect much action on our DMA reformers; she LOVES her Clinical Pilates!

With a keen interest in Crossfit & resistance training, Shauni applies her deep understanding of functional movement patterns in combination to her manual therapy techniques to achieve the best results for her clients.

In her spare time she enjoys getting amongst trying new physical challenges whether it be a sprint triathlon, partnered competitions at the gym or distance running.

However she believes life is all about balance and doesn't mind enjoying a few beverages & trying new restaurants or wineries on the weekends!

Shaunis’ Training & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of physiotherapy, University of South Australia

  • Dean Watson Certified - Level 1

  • GEMT Dry Needling - Level 1 & Advanced DN Level 2

  • TMJ & Temporomandibular Disorders

  • Sports Injuries Management

  • MET of the Thoracic Spine

  • Headache & Migraine Management

  • Vertigo & Vestibular Conditions 

  • RockTape Kinesiology Taping

  • Sports Biomechanics/Training including Crossfit, Weightlifting, Recreational Resistance

  • DMA Clinical Pilates Certified

  • Clinical Pilates (suitable for pre/postpartum women’s care)

  • Post Operative Orthopaedic Managment

  • Mckenzie Method for Lower Back & Neck Pain

  • NDIS, Neurological Conditions (such as PD & MS)

  • Members of Professional Bodies & Affiliations

  • Australia Physiotherapy Association

LUKE

Luke is a dynamic & enthusiastic physiotherapist, who loves to help people achieve their optimal health & well-being.

He has a rich experience in sports & fitness; having been an award-winning runner - South Australian Athletic League Athlete of the year 2019/2020 and winning the Bay Sheffield 550m in 2019.

He has completed various courses in strength & conditioning, running repairs, and sports injuries management.

He believes in a holistic approach to physiotherapy, considering not only the physical aspects of health, but also the psychological, social, and environmental factors that affect well-being. He has worked with children & adults of all ages and abilities to help them reach their fitness, health, and sporting goals by overcoming their injuries.

Luke is always eager to learn new skills and update his knowledge, while also being involved in mentoring and volunteering activities.

Outside of work, Luke enjoys staying active by running, swimming, and ice baths;

He also likes Jiu-Jitsu, bike rides and spending time at the beach.

Lukes’ Training & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy

• Australian Strength & Conditioning Association (ASCA) Level 1

• GLA:D accredited Good Life with osteoArthritis: Denmark.

• Dry Needling Course Level 1 and Level 2

• Dean Watson’s: Watson Headache - Level 1 Foundation Course

• Tom Goom’s: The Running Repairs course

• Jo Gibson’s: The Shoulder Steps to Success Course

• The Ultimate Lumbar Spine - SIJ and Hip

• Kieran Richardson’s: Full ACL tear non-operative workshop

• Australian Physiotherapy Association

• Musculoskeletal National Group

CHRISTINA

Meet our Clinic Manager Christina!

(No, she’s not Canadian 😂) A Jersey girl hailing from the USA, with a passion for health & wellness. 

Christina loves the outdoors & staying active - a true ambassador of the #movebetter movement!
She grew up playing basketball, lacrosse & hitting the slopes (knows her way around a snowboard quite well!)  Here in Adelaide she's played social basketball & dabbled in a bit of aussie rules.

>Certified Mat & Reformer Pilates Instructor

A hairdresser by trade, she's now the heart & soul of Movement Theory; having an impeccable eye for the finer details & making sure our clients are her utmost priority.

JADE

Jade is our full time admin gal! 

"I have always had a passion for health & wellness throughout my life. I can’t think of a better place to be, surrounded by like minded people; sharing the same vision & values”.

>Completed ~ IIN - Institute of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
>Completed ~ Reiki Healing | & || 

When Jade’s not working, she likes to stick around either sweating it up in the Infrared Sauna or sitting back & relaxing on the Normatec Compression Therapy!

When the girl finally decides to leave 😂 Jade loves spending her time outdoors & finding ways to express her creativity.
She L O V E S to deep dive into all things spiritual - if you get Jade on the topic you won't have her shut up hahah.

She is Currently taking piano lessons to pair with her singing (she has an unreal voice!)

This girl made the trek up Mt. Everest Base Camp; which she describes as the most life changing, beautiful, memorable & rewarding experience!

Jade’s intention when joining the Movement Theory team is to be apart & add value to the #movebetter movement we are continuously integrating here!