Sam Walker

Managed a diverse private-practice caseload by delivering one-on-one and group exercise interventions across the rehabilitation journey. Conducted objective initial assessments, authored patient education for sustained adherence, and collaborated daily with physiotherapists and allied health professionals to coordinate care.

Assisted with designing and implementing periodised strength and conditioning programs for senior men’s and women’s teams. Monitored athlete workload and readiness, supported recovery strategies, and helped deliver field-based training by coordinating logistics and drills.

Completed a supervised 180-hour student placement delivering exercise interventions for a complex, multi-system chronic caseload. Used VALD technology for objective biomechanical assessments, refined treatment plans accordingly, and presented an evidence-based development seminar to clinical staff.

Completed a supervised 180-hour placement delivering evidence-based exercise interventions for a high-volume clinical caseload. Conducted subjective and objective assessments, led case conferences to justify programming choices, and contributed to daily peer-led reviews of evidence-based practice.

Delivered strength and conditioning to youth athletes to build physical literacy and support long-term athletic development. Prescribed and coached athletic development programs across rowing, water polo, and netball while working with a multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe, inclusive training environment.

Coached and supervised group gym classes for high-performance athletes and the general population. Collaborated with other strength and conditioning coaches, supported community partnerships with youth athletes, and engaged in professional development to improve coaching expertise.

Completed a 140-hour placement supporting the high-performance unit with training program preparation for Senior, U23, and U18 NPL squads. Managed athlete load and readiness data using Catapult GPS units, designed warm-ups and agility drills, and supervised resistance training sessions to support periodised programming.

Completed a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology program at Queensland University of Technology.

Activities and societies: Elite Volleyball Program (EVP); Accelerated Music Program (AMPed).

Completed the Queensland Certificate of Education at The Gap State High School.