Meet The Team

Head Trainer

Hugo is from Chile, where he studied physiotherapy at Universidad Autónoma de Chile, graduating in 2016. He is enthusiastic about helping people recover from physical problems in order to improve their quality of life. He has experience in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and physio treatment for hospitalized patients back in Chile. After finishing his degree, Hugo wanted to travel and came to New Zealand, where he studied English, and then a Diploma in Health Services Management, Level 7.
His goals are to validate his Chilean degree to work in New Zealand as a registered Physiotherapist.
His clinical areas of interest are Sports Physiotherapy, Injury Prevention, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Exercise Rehabilitation and Acute and Chronic Pain Management.
Hugo is passionate about almost every sport on two wheels, especially mountain biking, which he has been doing for more than 10 years. He enjoys riding every weekend, as well as travelling to new places with friends

Trainer

Teariki has a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport from Unitec, majoring in Physical Education. Before joining MedStrength in 2021, he spent three years in his home country of Rarotonga working as the Strength & Conditioning coach for the Cook Island National Rugby 7s team and the Sports Development Manager for the Cook Island Sport National Olympic Committee. Although Teariki is interested in strength and conditioning and high-performance exercise for athletes in general, working with people of all ages to help improve their wellbeing and quality of life is what he finds most rewarding. 

During his school years he played for Kings College 1st XV and represented the Cook Islands in age group and national honours for rugby 7’s. He enjoyed working with the Ponsonby Filles (Womens Premier) rugby team in 2021, assisting with team management and training needs.

When he is not in the gym or at rugby trainings, he is usually spending quality time with his young family or making music. 

Trainer

Tom is a dedicated strength and conditioning coach and personal trainer with a lifelong passion for high-performance sports. He has represented the Qatar National Men’s Rugby team and currently plays for both the Auckland University Rugby Club and Buckland Beach Football Club. Growing up in Qatar, Tom immersed himself in a variety of sports, laying the foundation for his athletic journey.

After moving to New Zealand to pursue higher education, Tom completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Sport and Recreation, majoring in Coaching and Exercise Science.

With over 10 years of experience in the gym, he has trained using a diverse array of methods, which has deepened his understanding of fitness and training techniques. Throughout his career, Tom has been driven by a passion for helping individuals achieve their fitness goals and improve their lives.

He gained valuable experience working with Auckland Rugby in event management and coaching football for young adults, as well as contributing to the strength and conditioning team for the Counties Manukau Steelers rugby team.

When he’s not working or playing rugby and football, Tom enjoys golf, fishing, music, and spending quality time with friends and family. Committed to continuous growth, he specializes in athletic training, strength training, hypertrophy training, and injury rehabilitation, always striving to empower others on their fitness journeys.

Trainer

Ryan is a graduate of AUT with a degree in Sport and Exercise Science. During his final year, he was offered an internship at the globally acclaimed Sport Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ). During this time, Ryan led and contributed to a research project assessing the reliability of a novel strain gauge for different isometric hamstring assessments. This groundbreaking study has since been published in the highly respected Journal of Applied Sciences, with Ryan as the first author.

In addition to his academic pursuits, Ryan is a dedicated and passionate athlete. He began playing basketball at the age of 12 and has since competed internationally in America, Australia, and Japan. Notably, he participated in the International Youth Basketball Tournament in the United States, showcasing his skills on a global stage.

Since 2021, Ryan has been competing in the semi-professional 3×3.EXE International Pro League, which features teams from across Asia and Oceania. Within this league, teams compete domestically to secure a spot in the playoffs, where the best teams from each country face off. In 2023, Ryan was proud to represent one of only two New Zealand teams in the 3×3.EXE Playoffs held annually in Japan. He remains committed to the sport, striving to return to the playoffs and extend his basketball career for as long as possible.

Looking ahead, Ryan aims to further his education by pursuing a master’s degree in physiotherapy or strength and conditioning. His long-term goal is to combine his academic expertise and athletic experience to make meaningful contributions to the fields of sports science and athlete development.

Trainer

Archie, originally from the UK, has been passionate about sports and fitness for as long as he can remember. During his school years, he excelled in football and rugby, playing virtually any ball game that came his way. He captained both the school rugby and cricket teams and earned the title of Sportsman of the Year twice. His love for fitness deepened after school when he began weight training and working out with friends.

Archie’s journey took him to Australia, where he developed a strong affinity for AFL while playing for the Kybe Tigers, a local team in South Australia. Upon returning to the UK, he continued his AFL career with the West London Wildcats, leading them to a premiership victory and representing Great Britain in a tournament in Croatia.

Now residing in New Zealand, Archie is channelling his passion into a career in the fitness industry.

Trainer

Nicole is a third-year physiotherapy student at AUT North Campus with a passion for movement, strength, and helping others achieve their goals. Growing up as the biggest tomboy, she played just about every sport under the sun, which naturally led her to a career centred around the human body and performance. More recently, she has developed a love for running, completing two half marathons last year, and has been using the gym to build strength and to support her running journey.

Alongside gym training, Nicole incorporates Pilates into her routine to prevent injuries and activate smaller stabilising muscles, helping her stay strong and balanced. She believes fitness should be both enjoyable and empowering and loves helping others feel confident in their training—whether it’s building strength, improving endurance, or simply moving better.

Nicole is very excited to be a trainer at MedStrength and looks forward to applying her physiotherapy knowledge to support members on their gym journeys.