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Our Team

Meet Our Team & Your Support Crew
A community of passionate professionals, big hearts, and people who truly believe in what’s possible.

 

At The Next Step Recovery & Wellness Centre, our team is made up of passionate professionals, big hearts, and people who genuinely believe in what’s possible. We’re exercise physiologists, allied health assistants, support staff, and cheerleaders rolled into one, united by a shared purpose: helping every person who comes through our doors feel stronger, more confident, and supported on their unique journey.

We don’t just focus on recovery, we focus on people. On progress over perfection. On celebrating small wins, building resilience, and creating a space where movement meets motivation and community meets care. Every member of our team brings their own energy, experience, and magic to The Next Step family, and together we’re here to empower, encourage, and support you, one step at a time.

Jake Mennuni

Senior Exercise Physiologist

Sheree Wood

Senior Exercise Physiologist

Mitch Lucas

Senior Exercise Physiologist

Rhiannon Tracey

Founder and Executive Director

Sara Vella

Continence Nurse (Coloplast)

Pablo

Resident Axolotl

Kaitlyn Schroder

Exercise Physiologist

Brandon Jennings

Allied Health Assistant

Jade Campbell

Allied Health Assistant

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At The Next Step Recovery and Wellness Centre in Melbourne, our mission is to provide tailored programs and services for athletes recovering from spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions. Our Athlete Scholarship Program secures generous funding for athletes without financial support.