Exercise Physiology Under the NDIS
NDIS exercise physiology refers to evidence-based exercise programs delivered by an accredited exercise physiologist (AEP) to eligible NDIS participants as part of their funded support plan. Exercare provides mobile NDIS exercise physiology services across south-east Melbourne, supporting participants who are plan-managed or self-managed.
Exercise physiology under the NDIS focuses on helping participants build physical capacity, improve function, and work towards the independence and participation goals outlined in their plan. Our AEPs design individualised programs that address the specific functional impacts of a participant's disability, delivered in the most practical and meaningful environment for their daily life — whether that's at home, at a local gym, hydrotherapy pool, park, or via telehealth.
Funding category: NDIS exercise physiology is typically funded under Capacity Building — Improved Daily Activities (Support Category 07) or Improved Health and Wellbeing (Category 06), depending on your plan goals.
NDIS Participants We Work With
Exercare's exercise physiologists have experience supporting NDIS participants across a wide range of disability types, including:
Neurological conditions
Stroke recovery, acquired brain injury (ABI), multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy
Physical disability
Spinal cord injury, muscular dystrophy, limb loss, complex physical impairments
Intellectual disability
Down syndrome, intellectual disability, developmental delay — programs adapted for cognitive ability
Autism spectrum disorder
Sensory-aware programs delivered in familiar, comfortable environments with flexible structure
Our NDIS Exercise Physiology Services
Exercare provides the full scope of exercise physiology supports for NDIS participants, including:
- Individualised exercise programs aligned to NDIS capacity building goals
- Initial assessment and functional capacity evaluation
- Strength, balance and mobility programs to improve daily function
- Cardiovascular fitness programs tailored to disability and health status
- Exercise programs for neurological conditions including Parkinson's, MS and stroke
- Hydrotherapy at accessible pool facilities across south-east Melbourne
- Support for participants transitioning to independent exercise
- Progress reporting and documentation for NDIS plan reviews
- Telehealth sessions for participants who prefer online delivery
- Liaison with support coordinators, plan managers and allied health teams
Plan-Managed and Self-Managed NDIS
Exercare currently accepts plan-managed and self-managed NDIS participants. We are working towards full NDIS registration and will update clients when agency-managed participants can be accepted.
Plan-managed
We invoice your plan manager directly. No out-of-pocket cost. Simply provide your plan manager's details when you register.
Self-managed
We provide a tax invoice after each session. You claim reimbursement through the NDIS myplace portal at the current EP support line rate.
Not sure which you are? Check your NDIS plan or contact your support coordinator. You can also call us on 0413 827 232 and we'll help you work it out.
Getting Started with NDIS Exercise Physiology
- Contact Exercare by phone, email or via our NDIS intake form — no referral needed
- We confirm your NDIS plan details and funding category
- Your exercise physiologist visits you for an initial assessment at your preferred location
- We design your personalised exercise program aligned to your NDIS goals
- Regular sessions begin, with progress notes and reports provided throughout
NDIS Exercise Physiology Across South-East Melbourne
Exercare provides mobile NDIS exercise physiology across south-east Melbourne and metro areas. Key areas include:
NDIS Exercise Physiology FAQs
No. You do not need a GP referral and exercise physiology doesn't need to be specifically named in your plan. You simply need Capacity Building funding. If you're unsure, check with your support coordinator or call us.
The number of sessions is determined by your NDIS plan budget and goals. Most participants access weekly or fortnightly sessions initially, transitioning to monthly maintenance sessions over time. Your exercise physiologist will recommend a frequency at your initial assessment.
We provide initial assessment reports, session progress notes, periodic progress reports for plan reviews, and goal attainment summaries. All documentation meets NDIS quality standards.
Yes. We regularly liaise with support coordinators, plan managers, and other members of a participant's support team to ensure a coordinated approach to care.
Exercare is currently working towards full NDIS registration. We currently accept plan-managed and self-managed participants. We cannot currently work with agency-managed participants.