Move Physiotherapy Beeliar — gym and rehabilitation space

Hip & Knee Osteoarthritis · Beeliar & Booragoon

Stronger legs.
Less pain. Eight weeks.

A small-group programme for adults with hip or knee osteoarthritis. Twice-weekly physio-led sessions combining education and supervised strength work — built on the evidence base behind GLA:D, with measurable before-and-after testing.

No fixed start date. Register your details and we'll book your strength testing as soon as possible, then place you in the next group as it opens, at Beeliar or Booragoon. Already exercising? You may be able to join a group that's already running. Groups are capped at 5.

The Evidence

Supervised exercise works. The data is clear.

Every major clinical guideline — Australian, European, and American — recommends supervised exercise and education as the first-line treatment for hip and knee osteoarthritis, ahead of medication, injections, and surgery. The programme this is modelled on, GLA:D Australia, has now collected outcome data on more than 12,000 participants.

31%

Average reduction in knee pain

23% for hip pain

38%

Improvement in quality of life

For knee participants — 24% for hip

50%

Reduction in pain medication use

46% for hip participants

75%

of knee participants who wanted surgery before the programme reported they no longer wanted it after completing it. (63% for hip participants.)

Source: GLA:D Australia Annual Report 2023, 12-month follow-up data.

Our First Cohort

What we saw the first time we ran it.

The evidence above is drawn from thousands of participants across Australia, and that is what this programme is built on. Here is what happened in our own first Beeliar cohort: a small, single-group result, not a substitute for the data above, but a genuine early look at what this looks like in practice.

100%

Improved across every KOOS dimension

Average +47 point improvement across pain, symptoms, daily activities, quality of life, and function

+47%

Average increase in knee extensor strength

Measured on VALD force plates, before and after

100%

Reported being very satisfied with the class

Every participant, no exceptions

Research on KOOS scores generally considers a change of roughly 8 to 17 points, depending on the specific measure, to be clinically meaningful. Our first cohort's average change was well beyond that range. Outcomes from our first Beeliar cohort. A small, single-group result. Individual outcomes vary, and this is not a guarantee of what any future participant will experience.

Programme Lead

Hugo Dreux

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist · Programme Lead

All of our physiotherapists are able to lead group exercise classes for osteoarthritis. Hugo is the one with a particular interest in it. He has clinical lead experience running these programmes, supervising both the classes and the physiotherapists who take them, and he oversees how the programme is run at Move.

He has also delivered community education sessions on osteoarthritis to the public, explaining the condition, the evidence, and what genuinely helps, in language that makes sense.

Hugo graduated from the University of Birmingham with First Class Honours and the Clinical Education Prize for the highest clinical mark in his cohort, and spent over three years in the NHS — including as a Senior Physiotherapist — before joining Move. His advanced training in rheumatological assessment and pain science feeds directly into how this programme is run.

Particular interest in hip & knee osteoarthritis

Clinical lead: supervising OA programmes and the physios who run them

Delivers community education sessions on OA

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy — First Class, Birmingham

NHS Senior Physiotherapist (3+ years)

AHPRA Registered Physiotherapist

Read Hugo's full profile →

Interested? Start with your strength testing.

Enter your details and we'll be in touch to book your initial strength testing as soon as possible. From there, we'll place you in the next group that suits you at Beeliar or Booragoon. No fixed start date, and no commitment until you've spoken with us.

I'm Interested Call (08) 6113 8062

Cost & Rebates

Clear pricing. Most people use private health.

Standard Rate

$960

For the full 8-week programme — 16 sessions at $60 each.

Your initial assessment is included. The 1:1 consultation with Hugo to check suitability, set goals, and get to know each other is part of the programme cost — not billed separately. Payment plans available.

With Private Health

~$20–30

Per session, out of pocket, with most extras-cover physiotherapy plans.

Actual rebate depends on your fund and level of cover. We can run a quote for your specific fund at the initial assessment — most participants find their out-of-pocket is in this range.

GP-referred via a Chronic Disease Management Plan? A CDM plan can cover up to five physiotherapy sessions per calendar year with a Medicare rebate. We accept these — bring your referral to your initial assessment and we'll work out how to apply it best.

Our Guarantee

If you don't improve, we refund you.

Almost no physiotherapy clinic in Australia will offer this. We do, because the evidence behind what we're doing is strong, and because we'd rather have happy clients than your money.

How it works

At your initial assessment, we agree on the specific objective measures we will track — your VALD strength scores, plus a validated outcome questionnaire (KOOS for knees, HOOS for hips). These are written down before you start.

You complete the full programme — at minimum 14 of the 16 sessions, plus the prescribed home work.

At the final reassessment, if you have not made measurable improvement on the agreed criteria, we refund the programme fees in full.

No improvement, no charge. That is the whole arrangement.

Common Questions

What people usually want to know.

I am in my 70s and haven't exercised in years. Is this for me?+

Yes — this is exactly who the programme is for. We start where you are. The first two weeks are about technique and learning the movements at very light loads. We have chair-supported and partial-range options for every exercise. Participants in programmes like this typically range from their 40s to their 90s.

Will exercise make my arthritis worse?+

No. This is the most common worry, and it is the opposite of what the evidence shows. Joints respond to progressive loading by becoming more tolerant, not less. Some discomfort during exercise is expected and acceptable; we teach you how to interpret it. The risk of doing nothing is much higher than the risk of doing this.

What if I have a flare-up during the eight weeks?+

We expect this. Flare-ups are part of OA, and a structured programme is one of the best contexts for managing them — because there is a physiotherapist watching you train every session. We modify on the day. Flare-ups are not a reason to stop; they are a reason to adjust.

Do I need a GP referral?+

No, you can book directly. A GP referral is helpful if you want to use a Chronic Disease Management Plan for the Medicare rebate, but it is not required.

I've had a hip or knee replacement. Can I still do this?+

Yes, provided you are at least three months post-surgery and have been cleared by your surgeon for general exercise. Many people find this is the bridge between standard post-surgical rehab and full return to activity.

What if I miss a session?+

We allow up to two missed sessions over the eight weeks without affecting your guarantee. We will give you a home programme to keep you on track for any session you cannot attend.

How does the programme work?+

You register, then we book a 1:1 initial assessment with baseline VALD strength testing. You then join a small group (up to 5 people) for eight weeks, twice a week: each 60-minute session is about 15 minutes of education and 45 minutes of supervised strength work. At the end we repeat the strength testing and your KOOS or HOOS questionnaire, and give you a written summary and a plan for what comes next.

When does the next group start?+

There’s no fixed start date. We run a rolling intake: once you register, we book your initial strength testing as soon as possible, and open a new group as soon as there are enough people ready to start. We’ll keep you updated on timing from the moment you register.

I already exercise. Do I have to wait for a new group?+

Not necessarily. If your testing shows you’re comfortable with exercise, you may be able to join a group that’s already running, so you can start sooner. Hugo will talk you through the options after your strength testing.

Will this run at Beeliar or Booragoon?+

Both. We open groups at Beeliar and Booragoon based on where people are registering. Tell us your preferred location when you register, and we’ll factor that in when forming groups.

How much does it cost with private health?+

For most people with extras-cover physiotherapy, the out-of-pocket is around $20–30 per session. Actual rebate depends on your fund and level of cover; we can run a quote for your specific fund at the initial assessment.

Register now. Get tested straight away. Start with the next group.

Register below and Hugo will be in touch personally to book your strength testing, answer your questions, check this is the right fit, and find the right group for you at Beeliar or Booragoon. If it is not the right fit, he will tell you so honestly and recommend something better.

Stronger legs.Less pain. Eight weeks.