Find NDIS exercise physiologists
An NDIS exercise physiologist is an allied health professional who uses exercise as therapy to build your strength, balance and fitness and manage health conditions, funded through your NDIS plan. On Solotude, you can find and message independent NDIS exercise physiologists yourself.
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Last updated October 2026
What an NDIS exercise physiologist does
An exercise physiologist builds you a safe, structured exercise program that grows with you. They might help with:
- Building strength, balance and stamina over time
- Managing conditions like diabetes or heart disease through exercise
- Moving with more confidence and reducing your risk of falls
- Getting into sport, the gym or community activities
Exercise physiologist or physio?
Exercise physiologists don’t do hands-on treatment. They focus on longer-term exercise programs once you’re ready to build capacity. A physio is usually the one to see first for pain, injury or recovery. Lots of people see a physio, then move on to an exercise physiologist.
Do you need a referral?
No. If exercise physiology is funded in your plan, you can contact an exercise physiologist yourself. A GP referral is only needed for Medicare-funded sessions.
Which part of your plan pays for it
Exercise physiology is paid from your Capacity Building budget. It can come from either of these, depending on what it’s for:
| What your plan says | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Health and Wellbeing (older plans: Improved Health and Wellbeing) | Exercise to manage your health and conditions |
| Improved Daily Living (may show as CB Daily Activity) | Exercise to build skills and independence for daily life |
Not sure what your plan covers? See what each part of your plan means.
What NDIS exercise physiologists cost
For 2026-27, the NDIS price limit for exercise physiology is $161.99 an hour, down from $166.99 in 2025-26. Therapists can also charge for time spent travelling to you, at up to half their hourly rate, and for some reports. Ask about this before you start. If you’re plan-managed, they can’t charge more than the limit. If you’re self-managed, you agree the price together. If your plan is NDIA-managed, you’ll need a registered provider.
Price limits are reviewed every year in the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.
How many exercise physiology sessions can your funding buy?
Type in how much of your Capacity Building funding you want to spend on exercise physiology this plan year. We’ll show you how many one-hour sessions that buys.
Estimate only. Based on the 2026-27 NDIS price limit of $161.99 an hour for standard sessions. If one amount in your plan covers several therapies, only enter the part you want to spend on exercise physiology. We set aside 15% of your funding for travel, reports and admin, because most providers charge for these.
What Solotude checks for exercise physiologists
Before an exercise physiologist appears in search, we check their photo ID, their ABN and the NDIS Commission’s compliance records. Membership of Exercise and Sports Science Australia, as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, is highly recommended. Holding it is the exercise physiologist’s own responsibility, and it shows on their profile as self-reported, so ask for their membership details before you start.
Many exercise physiologists also add an NDIS Worker Screening Check or a Working with Children Check. We verify those too, and you can filter your search to only see exercise physiologists who hold them. Read how it works in our Verification Policy.
How to find an exercise physiologist on Solotude
- Create a free account on Solotude. It takes a couple of minutes and you don’t need your NDIS number.
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- Read profiles. See their experience, the support they offer and when they’re available.
- Message exercise physiologists directly. Your phone and email stay private until you choose to share them.
- Agree a price and put it in a service agreement between the two of you.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the NDIS fund exercise physiology?
Yes, when it’s linked to your disability and your plan goals. It’s paid from your Capacity Building budget, under Health and Wellbeing or Improved Daily Living. It can help with strength, balance, fitness and managing health conditions.
Do I need a referral to see an exercise physiologist?
No. If exercise physiology is funded in your plan, you can book one yourself. You only need a GP referral for Medicare-funded sessions.
How much does NDIS exercise physiology cost?
For 2026-27, the NDIS price limit for exercise physiology is $161.99 an hour, down from $166.99 the year before. Exercise physiologists can also charge for travel, at up to half their hourly rate.
Which is better, an exercise physiologist or a physio?
Neither is better. They do different jobs. A physio treats pain and injury, often hands-on. An exercise physiologist builds a long-term exercise program. Many people see a physio first, then an exercise physiologist to keep building strength.
How many exercise physiology sessions can I get through the NDIS?
There’s no set number. It depends on how much funding is in your plan and what your goals need. Your exercise physiologist will suggest how often to come, and you decide together how to use your budget.
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