Allied Health Clinic

Our team of Allied Health Professionals is your go-to team for all your active rehab and exercise needs. Our Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists and Personal Trainers are skilled in pain management, injury rehab, exercise for patients living with a disability and promoting an active lifestyle through clinical exercise.

Welcome to Fortify Fitness, your premier destination for all things related to exercise physiology, physiotherapy, and personal training.

Our wellness centre is dedicated to empowering individuals of all fitness levels to achieve their health and wellness goals in a supportive and professional environment.

At Fortify Fitness, we believe in the transformative power of exercise and its profound impact on overall well-being. We use the AxIT system to test, measure, assess and correct your body of imbalances and weaknesses. We take the guess work out of getting you results.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, looking to enhance athletic performance, or simply aiming to improve your fitness, our team of highly skilled exercise physiologists, physiotherapists, and personal trainers are here to guide you every step of the way.

Our exercise physiologists are experts in the science of movement and exercise, utilising evidence-based techniques to design customised training programs tailored to your specific needs.

Through comprehensive assessments and ongoing monitoring, we create personalised exercise plans that optimise your physical potential and promote long-term health.

If you want to take your training seriously without compromising safety or quality, then Fortify Fitness is the place for you.

Meet the Team

Personal training is a type of exercise program that is tailored to an individual’s specific fitness goals, needs, and abilities. A personal trainer is a certified fitness professional who works with clients to develop customised exercise plans, provides guidance on nutrition and lifestyle choices, and offer motivation, accountability to help them reach their fitness goals.

Matt Elphick

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Fortify Fitness Founder

Accredited Personal Trainer, Matt Elphick has been changing lives through fitness and mental wellbeing for Williamstown and Altona locals for over 10 years. Having worked in the biggest health clubs in Australia, Matt specialises in combining fitness, and structured strength programs, he takes a fully holistic approach towards your goals.

Whatever fitness goal you have, Matt will help you achieve it. Throughout your training, a multi-directional approach is constantly being analysed to make sure your mindset, nutrition and training structure are well in balance.

Fortify Fitness has been the premium place Altona locals come to for the ultimate in body transformations, mindset adjustments, 1-on-1 and group fitness training that’s FUN, energising and supported by a like-minded community.

Alex Piromalli

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Fortify Fitness Support

Alex is an integral part of our team and has been with us from the very beginning. His specialties lie in top-notch customer service amongst many others; all with a passion for health and fitness that shines through in everything he does!

Something interesting you might not know about him: Alex is also Matt’s (our founder) partner, both inside and outside the gym! Talk about a dynamic duo, right?
We’re immensely proud to have Alex as part of our team, and we know you’ll be just as impressed when you get to meet him in person!

Luke Wilson

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Exercise Physiologist AEP AES

Luke brings over 6 years of clinical experience to the team at Fortify Fitness. With his extensive background in personal training, Luke specialises in strength and conditioning, helping clients of all ages and fitness levels.

Since completing his Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology at Deakin University in 2018, Luke is dedicated to supporting his patients through clinical exercise.

He believes in empowering his patients to take control of their health and wellbeing by creating tailored, self-managing exercise & lifestyle plans that promote long-term health and fitness benefits.

Luke’s passion truly shines when it comes to working with individuals facing neurological challenges such as Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s disease, and Stroke. He approaches each individual with empathy and determination. Striving to improve the lives of his patients.

Luke’s strong values towards patient centred care, working alongside all healthcare providers helps to ensure positive patient outcomes. With extensive knowledge and experience as a Rehab Consultant, Luke understands how navigating work cover claims can be overwhelming. Rest assured with the support from Luke you’re in good hands.

Whether you’re looking to enhance your fitness, manage a neurological condition, or navigate a work-related injury, Luke is here to support and guide you. Welcome to a brighter, healthier future with Luke’s expertise and care.

Emma Bradwell

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Physiotherapist & Exercise Physiologist AEP AES

Emma is a physiotherapist and exercise physiologist specialising in clinical Pilates and rehabilitation. Emma’s approach focuses on applying current evidence-based principles through exercise intervention as therapy. She excels in working with clients who have injuries, providing rehabilitation and addressing the root causes of pain. Emma also delivers strength and conditioning programs from beginner to advanced ensuring patients achieve optimal health and performance.