Expert Coaches for
High Performance
Training

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

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 Misfud
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 Misfud
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