Andrew Ilieff
Founder & Principal Physiotherapist
Andrew specialises in sports physiotherapy and strength and conditioning — an approach that addresses the underlying cause of injury and builds resilience, rather than managing symptoms alone. He has extensive experience in sports injury physiotherapy, including paediatric and youth sports cases, and has worked with professional athletes competing across the NRL, AFL, NBA, NFL, and Olympic sports.
He is highly experienced in treating lower back pain, neck pain, and jaw and TMJ pain, combining thorough assessment with treatment grounded in the latest clinical research. Whether you are a busy professional, a weekend athlete, or competing at elite level, Andrew brings rigorous clinical reasoning and genuine care to every appointment.
Beyond clinical practice, Andrew is a casual academic lecturer and co-creator of the Strength and Conditioning for Physiotherapists course at the University of Technology Sydney. He also serves on the UTS Industry Advisory Board, contributing real-world expertise to shape the future of physiotherapy education.
At BeFit Training Physiotherapy, Andrew leads a team committed to the same standard of evidence-based, performance-focused care he has built the clinic around since 2017.
Andrew Illieff
Founder & Principal Physiotherapist | Edgecliff
Andrew specialises in sports physiotherapy and strength and conditioning — an approach that addresses the underlying cause of injury and builds resilience, rather than managing symptoms alone. He has extensive experience in sports injury physiotherapy, including paediatric and youth sports cases, and has worked with professional athletes competing across the NRL, AFL, NBA, NFL, and Olympic sports.
He is highly experienced in treating lower back pain, neck pain, and jaw and TMJ pain, combining thorough assessment with treatment grounded in the latest clinical research. Whether you are a busy professional, a weekend athlete, or competing at elite level, Andrew brings rigorous clinical reasoning and genuine care to every appointment.
Beyond clinical practice, Andrew is a casual academic lecturer and co-creator of the Strength and Conditioning for Physiotherapists course at the University of Technology Sydney. He also serves on the UTS Industry Advisory Board, contributing real-world expertise to shape the future of physiotherapy education.
At BeFit Training Physiotherapy, Andrew leads a team committed to the same standard of evidence-based, performance-focused care he has built the clinic around since 2017.
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Professional Credentials
Recognised by the Australian Physiotherapy Association as a specialist across both sports physiotherapy and paediatric physiotherapy — two distinct areas of advanced clinical expertise within the profession.
Accredited by the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA) — the national body recognised by the Australian Sports Commission — covering program design, exercise technique, and safe training delivery.
Delivers lectures in physiotherapy and strength and conditioning at university level, contributing to the professional development of the next generation of practitioners.
Serves on the Industry Advisory Board at the University of Technology Sydney, contributing real-world clinical expertise to shape the future of physiotherapy education.
Holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and is a Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (MAPA) and Sports Physiotherapy Australia (SPA) — reflecting advanced expertise in sports-focused physiotherapy practice.
AHPRA REGISTRATION NUMBER: PHY0001665798
Meeting the standards for physiotherapy practice in Australia set by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), including ongoing professional development, professional conduct, and ethical practice.
Approved by Services Australia to deliver services for which eligible patients can claim a Medicare rebate when referred by their GP under an applicable care plan.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK: CURRENT CLEARANCE HELD
Holds a current Working with Children Check — the mandatory background screening required to work safely with children and young people under 18.
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