Melbourne Yoga and Pilates Team

Meet the Team!

Melbourne Yoga and Pilates Team is led by exercise physiologist and strength and conditioning coach Wynter Chan. We have some of Melbourne’s best Exercise Physiologists, Exercise Scientists & Physiotherapists and our passion is helping each individual achieve their very best in their health and wellbeing and get more out of life. We understand that lifestyles are now busier and more stressful than ever. That is why we created our studio in the centre of the Melbourne CBD. Our goal? Offer various services to suit everybody’s needs. 

Harley Makin
Exercise Physiologist

  • Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (2016)
  • Began his career as a Personal Trainer in 2009 before completing a Bachelor of Exercise Science in 2014
  • Loves helping men and women over 55 regain control of their health, improve their quality of life, and build a healthier future.
  • Personal experience undergoing major lung surgery due to his excessive relationship with swimming and triathlon racing over many years.
  • Proud and devoted uncle and godfather to five children.
  • Meaningful conversations, hosting and attending dinner parties, and building strong connections with family and friends.

           Book with Harley:  Tuesday – Friday

Alexander Sheppard
Physiotherapist

  • Master of Physiotherapy Practice
  • ASCA Level 1 Strength & Conditioning Coach
  • 10+ years of experience in strength training and coaching
  • Passionate about helping people build resilience through strength and movement
  • Combines evidence-based physiotherapy with progressive strength and conditioning principles
  • Focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of pain and dysfunction
  • Believes strong foundations lead to lasting health, performance, and confidence
  • Outside of the clinic Alex enjoys exploring new restaurants, going to the gym or riding his motorbike

         Book with Alex:  Wednesdays and Fridays

Rahul Sharma
Exercise Physiologist

  • Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP)
  • Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
  • World-record-holding ultra-runner
  • Lifelong cricket athlete with a background in elite sport
  • Strong interest in endurance performance and rehabilitation
  • Passionate about making health and rehabilitation simple and accessible Dedicated to helping people achieve meaningful and lasting health outcomes
  • Focuses on building resilience, confidence, and long-term exercise
  • Content creator and community builder through local run clubs
  • Outside the clinic he is a big foodie and loves to play FIFA

         Book with Rahul: Monday – Friday

Elizabeth Gemisis
Exercise Science

  • Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, which has provided a strong foundation in exercise prescription, rehabilitation, and evidence-based practice.
  • Experience as an ice hockey player representing the Victorian Women’s Team has shaped my understanding of performance, injury management, resilience, and the importance of staying active throughout life.
  • Special interest in working with older adults, focusing on balance, muscular endurance, strength training, and exercise interventions for osteopenia and osteoporosis.
  • Passionate about supporting women impacted by breast cancer and particularly enjoy running rehabilitation exercise groups that help participants regain confidence, strength, and function
  • Outside of the clinic, Liz enjoys travelling, playing ice hockey, trying new sports, and baking

          Book with Liz:  Monday, Tuesday & Thursday

Sahil Noor
Physiotherapist

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
  • Holistic, client-centred approach that integrates rehabilitation seamlessly into everyday life
  • Combines hands-on treatment, exercise therapy, and education to support long-term outcomes
  • Focuses on building tolerance, resilience, and strong foundations for lasting movement and performance. Emphasises improving function, confidence, and quality of life rather than focusing solely on pain
  • Passionate about empowering clients to take ownership of their recovery and health
  • Special interest in sports injuries, gym-related injuries, and strength training
  • Enjoys strength training, Japanese cuisine, baking, and watching sunsets 

        Book with Sahil: Wednesdays

Helen Bailey
Exercise Physiologist

  • ESSA Accredited Exercise physiologist (AEP)
  • Previous studies: Bachelor of Exercise Science/Bachelor of Business (Sport Management), Graduate Diploma in Public Health, Masters of Clinical Exercise Physiology.
  • Fascinated by how the human body works and passionate about understanding how movement, behaviour, and our physiological systems interact to support long-term health and wellbeing.
  • Clinical interests include breast cancer management and recovery women’s health, cardiac rehabilitation, and healthy ageing.
  • Competitive hockey player who’s dipped her toes into triathlon’s and trail running.
  • Outside the clinic, enjoys hiking, fishing, camping, discovering great food, and unwinding with a good book or puzzle.

          Book with Helen: Mondays

Ben Liew
Exercise Physiologist

  • Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP)
  • Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Bachelors of Exercise & Sports Science, Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety
  • Musculoskeletal rehabilitation, Sports injury management
  • Chronic pain and persistent pain conditions, Desk ergonomics assessments
  • Strength training for longevity and healthy ageing
  • Exercise prescription for older adults, including osteoporosis, balance & falls prevention.
  • Soccer coaching and elite football rehabilitation experience
  • Outside of the clinic, Ben enjoys playing soccer competitively, gaming and keeping up to date with the latest in pop culture.

        Book with Ben: Tuesday & Friday

Wynter Chan
Senior Exercise Physiologist / Owner

  • Accredited EP since 2005
  • Founder of Melbourne Yoga and Pilates
  • Former lecturer in Masters of Exercise Physiology and Bachelor of Sports Science at Victoria University
  • Former S&C and rehab coach of Badminton Australia
  • Experience with AFL and Australian Ballet
  • Yoga and Pilates practitioner for >20 years
  • Hyrox (for the moment)
  • Retired marathon runner
  • Corgis and anything corgi-related. You can probably get a discount if you own a corgi. Or give her a corgi.
  • Bubble tea., New York City at Christmas, Art and art history.
  • Uncovering potential in both team and clients like Michaelangelo visualising the creation of David.

“What are you going to do with this one precious life” – Mary Oliver

ShANIL Lee-BAsnAyAKE
Exercise Science

  • Bachelor of Exercise Science and ASCA Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Extensive background in competitive combat sports, including boxing, muay thai and kickboxing over 12 year, entered the health and fitness industry following my own experiences with serious injury, rehabilitation, and return to competition
  • Passionate about helping people get strong and stay strong through sustainable exercise habits,
  • Clinical interests are in strength training, exercise adherence and behaviour change, as well as lifestyle interventions for long term health and wellbeing.
  • Now retired from combat sport and has begun to compete in endurance events such as Hyrox and marathons, with a goal of building towards an Iron man in the near future.
  • Outside of work, enjoys reading, retro gaming and watching classic films

          Book with Shanil: Friday