Activate Health and Movement

16/10/2023

Meet the team! 😇

Activate are pleased to introduce you to, Rochelle Bennett! ⭐️

Rochelle has joined the team as our Therapy Assistant and Personal Trainer. Rochelle is currently studying a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with Charles Darwin University, and her Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology with the University of Wollongong.

Rochelle believes that Exercise and Physical Activity is medicine for many illnesses and chronic diseases. She believes that Exercise and Physical Activity can have a big impact on your Physical and mental health and that everyone deserves to be happy inside and out.

Outside of work you will find Rochelle training in her home gym, taking scenic walks, spending time at the beach, camping with family and friends, and doing home projects.

If you'd like to know more about Rochelle or would like to work with her, please feel free to call our friendly team to find out more.

📞 02 4403 0344
📧 admin@activatehealthandmovement.com.au

14/10/2023

Today we celebrate Allied Health Professions Day (AHPs Day!) 🎉

Today is a day for Allied Health Professionals to come together in celebrating, appreciating, inspiring and connecting across the world. It is a day to recognise the important contribution allied health professionals make to client care, health and well-being as well as a time to celebrate our skills and achievements with fellow Allied Health Professionals.💟💪

Our team of accredited exercise physiologists are proud to represent allied health and will to continue to work collaboratively with other allied health professionals to support greater health outcomes for our clients. ⭐️

05/10/2023

Happy birthday (for yesterday) to one of our awesome client's John! Two things he can't live without, a mirror and comb 🤳 🪮. Thanks for always keeping us entertained!!!

05/10/2023

03/10/2023

A BIG Congratulations to our team member Amanda on her engagement on the weekend. All of us here at Activate Health and Movement are both excited and happy for you both and the exciting adventures ahead. xx 💕

03/10/2023

VETERANS HEALTH WEEK

Next week is Veterans Health Week (8th – 15th October 2023). This years theme is "Mental Wellness Matters". The theme aims to promote good health and wellbeing in the everyday life of veterans and their families, as well as highlighting the importance of mental health.
At Activate Health and Movement, we work closely with the Veteran community to remain physically active and help achieve their personal goals. We are truly thankful for those who served and those who continue to serve for the better of our country.

This year, our team of exercise physiologists will be facilitating an event to show support and appreciation for our veterans and their families.

Tuesday 10th October 2023 from 9am-12pm

✅ Munyunga waraga dhugan loop track – Booderee National Park (meeting at Murray’s Beach carpark)

✅ Mindfulness, meditation and mobility session at Murrays Beach

✅ Lunch provided

This is a great opportunity to kick start Veteran’s Health Week by getting outside, moving your body and enjoying the beautiful scenery of Jervis Bay.

We hope to see you there!

For more information or if you wish to attend, please contact us on 02 4403 0344 or email jessica.c@activatehealthandmovement.com.au.

22/09/2023

A Big Happy Birthday to our Exercise Physiologist, Amy. We hope you have a great day! 🥳🎉

14/09/2023

Today is . This the message is: R U OK? I’m here to hear.

Let the people in your world know, you’re here to really hear them, EVERY day of the year.

Asking R U OK? is the first step, but let’s all make sure we genuinely listen to what comes next

R U OK? I’m here to hear. Because a conversation could change a life.

Find tips for how to ask, and what you can say if someone says they’re not OK at https://bit.ly/44M14vS

21/08/2023

Our sincere apologies. Our software systems are currently experiencing "service temporarily down" problem. We are doing all we can to rectify the issue. Until then, we are unable to make any appointment bookings or changes until further notice. We appreciate your patience during this time as we work hard to fix the issue.

Thank you and hopefully we will be back up and running ASAP!!!!

18/08/2023

The team are looking forward to attending the Shoalhaven Business awards tonight! A big thanks to Shoalhaven Business Chamber for organising the event and to the Category Sponsor McDonald's Bomaderry, Nowra Central & South Nowra. We feel extremely honoured to be a finalist tonight. 🥂🎉

We are so grateful and feel so privileged that we get to work with such an amazing team of people here at Activate Health and Movement and none of this would be possible without them all. 💕

11/08/2023

A BIG Happy birthday to one of our clients, Graham! 9 years ago today Graham completed the Kokoda track for his 80th birthday with our very own Sophie!! It's great to see him still remaining active, Still coming to the gym, still amazing! Have a great day Graham from all the team, you're an inspiration!! 🎂🎁🥳🥰

24/07/2023

A Big Happy Birthday to our Exercise Physiologist, Jess B. We hope you have a great day! 🥳🎉

14/07/2023

We are very grateful and excited to be announced as a finalist for the Shoalhaven Business Awards! 😍🥰🎉

We are excited to announce the finalists of the 38th Shoalhaven Business Awards.

And there are still 3 awards that are not announced until the Gala Evening. Our Inclusion Award, sponsored by Hansa Sailing which all finalists are eligible to enter. The new Shoalhaven Southern Superstar award sponsored by Community Bank South Coast and the coveted Business of the Year Award, sponsored by the Shoalhaven City Council

Drum roll please…… our 2023 Shoalhaven Business Award Finalists are:

Employer of Choice (Shoalhaven)
Activate Health and Movement
CareSouth
Medicine in Motion Health Group
Shoalhaven Occupational Therapy

Excellence in Innovation
BOMO BULK - mindful shopping
Climax Air Conditioning
Davlin Health - Non invasive bladder leakage solution
Shoalhaven Recovery into Resilience Project
Yes Hair Australia

Excellence in Large Business
CareSouth
Climax Airconditioning
DanceWorks South Coast

Excellence in Micro Business
Davlin Health Pty Ltd
MAAD Studios
Shoalhaven Flowers
TrustTel
White Sand Events Group

Excellence in Retail & Personal (Shoalhaven)
Bomo Bulk
Medicine in Motion Health Group
Shoalhaven Flowers
South Coast Brides
Danceworks South Coast

Excellence in Small Business
Bearded Brewer Coffee
Insight Legal Solutions
Just Cuts Nowra
Mobile Farm Service - Mechanical
Shoalhaven Occupational Therapy
South Coast Brides
Stella Studioz

Excellence in Sustainability
Bomo Bulk
Danceworks South Coast

Excellence in Tourism & Hospitality (Shoalhaven)
Bearded Brewer Coffee
Bumpy Road Catering and Events
Mollymook motel

Outstanding Business Leader
Amy Hall, Banksia Support Services
Tracy Mayo, CareSouth
Dave Flemons, Climax Air Conditioning
Nikki Morris, Empower Me Program Inc
Kim McArthur, South Coast Brides
Karen Mason, Stay With Us
Sian Ludlow, Stella Studioz

Outstanding Community Organisation
BCR Communities
Keith Payne VC Veterans Benefit Group
Noah's
North Shoalhaven Meals on Wheels
Shoalhaven Defence Families - Kookaburra Retreat
South Coast Aboriginal Medical Service
William Campbell Foundation

Outstanding Employee
Nadiene Versitano, APM Employment Services
Kim Aziz, Ardent Lawyers
Joanne King, Ardent Lawyers
Beth Heard, Bright Lives
Peter Johnson, CareSouth
Cameron Galletly, Medicine in Motion Health Group
Natalie Allan, MMJ Real Estate Nowra

Outstanding Start-up
beyou_ballroom
Brightlives Pty Ltd
Old Salt Distillery
Plan B Passenger Service

Outstanding Young Business Leader
Mary-Jean Lewis, Ardent Lawyers
Jack Dinnie, Bumpy Road Catering
Morgan Holt-McKean, DanceWorks South Coast
Trent Hilaire, HILL to AIR
Michala Farrell, Insight Legal Solutions
Samuel Tacey, Stella Studioz
Jonina Menzies, Yes Hair Australia / LOHY

13/07/2023

Activate Health and Movement have joined forces with the Shoalhaven Cancer Care Centre to provide the first ever FREE Exercise for Haematology and Oncology Group Program for clients who are going through Cancer treatments or have received treatment in the last 6 months.

The program is delivered by specially trained Accredited Exercise Physiologists. Our Accredited Exercise Physiologists will develop an exercise plan that is tailored specifically for you and your goals. We have specialised training in cancer and exercise and we work closely with our clients to provide safe and effective exercise prescription to utilise the positive benefits of exercise during and after cancer treatment by applying the principles of evidence-based medicine.

The program includes an individual assessment, a personalised exercise program that you can complete in one of our block group sessions, anytime between 10am-2pm Monday and Friday at the Shoalhaven Cancer Care Centre. You will received ongoing monitoring and support as well as be able to complete your program in a safe, supportive and friendly environment.

If you or someone you know might be interested in taking part of this program, then please contact us on 02 4403 0344.

13/07/2023

A Big Happy Birthday to our Therapy Assistant and Support Worker, Amanda! We hope you have a great day! 🥳🎉

12/07/2023

A Big Happy Birthday to our future GP, Jack!. We hope you have a great day! 🥳🎉

14/06/2023

It's Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

This is a chance to reflect on the wonderful diversity of our community, from our accredited exercise professionals to the wonderful clients they work with.

Did you know that Activate Health and Movement are a registered member of the Welcome Here project?!? It's important to us that we create and promote environments that are visibly welcoming to everyone!

Exercise does not discriminate and is open for all. 🫶

Exercise and Good Health is for Everyone! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

https://www.facebook.com/welcomehereproject/

09/06/2023

A Big Happy Birthday to our Exercise Physiologist, Jess C. We hope you have a great day! 🥳🎉