Western Sydney's
Athlete First
Training Facility

We specialise in developing strength, improving mobility, and increasing overall well-being.

Gym Memberships

Your High Performance
training facility

For athletes looking for an edge in their sport and to get elite level strength and conditioning coaching and support.

State-of-the-Art Equipment

Train with the latest equipment, ensuring you have everything you need for a comprehensive workout. Regular performance testing and screening to track your progress and tailor programs to your specific needs.

Structured Strength & Conditioning Classes

Participate in classes designed to build strength, enhance conditioning, and improve overall fitness through structured and measured programs.

Community and Accountability

Join a community that supports and motivates you. Our coaches ensure high levels of accountability to help you stay committed to your fitness journey.

Wholefood Nutrition Protocols

We emphasize simple, wholefood nutrition to fuel your body and enhance performance.

Focus on Longevity

Our elite programming is designed around movement quality and longevity, helping you maintain fitness and health for the long term.

Recovery & Wellbeing Hydrotherapy Pool

Access our hydrotherapy pool for recovery and overall well-being, aiding in muscle recovery and relaxation.

Rehab Memberships

Return to sport rehab programs

Gain access to the Sydney West High Performance Facility through our high performance programs including our high performance membership and our junior long term athletic development programs.

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Teambuildr
Integration

Gain access to your training programs, get real-time performance tracking, and seamless communication with coaches through the Teambuildr mobile app.

Athletes can access tailored workouts, monitor their progress with integrated wearable data, and stay connected with their coach via messaging.

Full Guidance to return-to-sport

Our High Performance rehab programs offers full guidance for a safe and successful return to sport. It provides a structured, evidence-based approach that progresses through protection, strength, neuromuscular control, agility, and sport-specific training.

Full Gym Membership

All rehab memberships include a gym membership which gives you access to unlimited supervised High performance rehab gym and field classes, Gym access, and recovery pools.

High Performance Equipment

High Performance memberships give you access to our state-of-the-art performance equipment including anti-grav treadmills, VALD Force Frames, Compex and Cryocuff.

Programs Tailored for Individual Recovery

We have programs tailored to the athlete’s recovery timeline, ensuring optimal performance development while minimising re-injury risk. With clear benchmarks, expert support, and performance testing, athletes are fully prepared for a confident and complete return to their sport.

Expert Coaches

High Performance
Team

Our expert coaches bring a wealth of knowledge in wholefood nutrition and movement, dedicated to helping you optimise your life vitality and performance.

Dr Dean McNamara
Director
Executive
BEST High Performance Membership

Dean McNamara is an experienced exercise physiologist, sports scientist and strength & conditioning coach. Dean has a strong interest in the sports science and the management of athletes. He has completed a PhD at the Australian Catholic University. The focus of his PhD was monitoring workload and fatigue in elite cricketers. Dean continues to publish his work and has reviewed papers for several international sports science publications.

Dean works with Australia’s leading cricketers and is currently the physical performance/sports science manager for Cricket NSW and Sydney Thunder BBL teams. Additionally he regularly tours with the Australian Men’s Cricket Team as the Physical Performance Coach.

Dean's current positions include:

  • Exercise Physiologist/Sports Scientist/Performance Coach – Sydney Sports & Exercise Physiology
  • Physical Performance Manager – Sydney ThunderSports Science Consultant – Cricket Australia
  • Sports Science Consultant – Cricket New South Wales
  • Director – Sydney West Sports Medicine.
Dr Dean McNamara
Director
Chris Pappas
Director
Executive
Exercise Physiology
High Performance ACL Program
BEST High Performance Membership

Chris is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist and Sports Scientist.

He has a keen interest and vast experience in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries, injury prevention, strength and conditioning programs, athletic development and VO2 Max testing. Chris’ extensive work experience includes consulting for Cricket NSW, Football NSW, working with National Rugby League and NSW Cup players, National level Track and Field athletes, as well as professional Mixed Martial Artists.

Chris is currently the Head of Sport Science & Strength and Conditioning at Sydney FC.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Exercise Science
  • Masters of Exercise Science (Strength and Conditioning)
  • Accredited Exercise Physiologist
  • Accredited Sports Scientist (Level 2)
  • ASCA Strength & Conditioning Coach (Level 2)
  • Level 1 ISAKEXOS Performance Specialist
  • FFA Conditioning License
Chris Pappas
Director
Yannick Mifsud
Head of Physical Performance and Strength & Conditioning Coach
BEST High Performance Membership
BEST Junior Membership
BEST Team Enquiries & Memberships
High Performance ACL Program

Yannick Mifsud is an International Licensed Weightlifting Coach & both NSW State Team & Australian Team coach. Yannick has also coached multiple athletes to International competitions including a Commonwealth Junior Champion and was a part of the AUS Olympic Team for the 2023 Pacific Games in Solomon Islands - a Qualifying event for Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Yannick currently undertakes roles as a Strength & Conditioning Coach & Assistant Coach for Marconi Stallions who compete in the NSW National Premier League.

Instagram - @yannick_mifsud

Yannick Mifsud
Head of Physical Performance and Strength & Conditioning Coach
Will Simpson
Strength & Conditioning Coach
BEST High Performance Membership
BEST Junior Membership
BEST Team Enquiries & Memberships
High Performance ACL Program

William is an ASCA Accredited Strength & Conditioning Coach who graduated from University of Technology in 2023 with a Bachelor of Sports & Exercise Science. He has worked in organisations such as NSW Swifts Academy, Netball NSW, & Cricket NSW. He is currently undertaking a role within the Wests Tigers Junior Pathways with experience in coaching Harold Matthews (U17's), SG Ball (U19's), Jersey Flegg (U21's) & West Tigers Cubs Program squads.

Instagram - @coach_wbsimpson

Will Simpson
Strength & Conditioning Coach

Sports Insurance Coverage

Find out more about your insurance coverage for our rehab programs.

AFL NSW
$7,500*
90% Reimbursement
Basketball NSW
$2,000
75% Reimbursement
Cricket NSW
$5,000
85% Reimbursement
Football NSW
$5,000
Up to 100% Reimbursement
Gymnastics NSW
$5,000
75% Reimbursement
Hockey NSW
$4,500
75% Reimbursement
Netball NSW
$2,500
75% Reimbursement
Rugby League NSW
$5,000-$7,000
80% Reimbursement
Rugby Union NSW
$3,000
100% Reimbursement
Touch Football NSW
$3,000
80% Reimbursement