At Body Mechanics and Function, led by Jaryd Cooper, we specialise in supporting the neurodivergent community, particularly those on the autism spectrum. Our approach is tailored to enhance the wellbeing of autistic children and adults by employing neuro-affirming practices that respect and support neurodiversity.
Our services focus on developing personalised exercise regimens that improve motor skills, enhance sensory integration, and support overall physical health, while also addressing the unique challenges faced by our clients. We aim to empower our clients by enhancing their autonomy, competence, and relatedness, grounding our methods in the latest evidence-based practices to ensure effective and compassionate care.


Susan Gray
in the last weekI have been with BMF for three months now and have been doing one-on-one sessions with Jayrd to achieve my strength and resistance goals. His patience, teaching style, and willingness to listen make the sessions incredibly supportive. I also join Wednesdays a Core and Flow class, Mondays an Osteoporosis class with Stacie and more recently their Open Gym sessions. The Open Gym environment is quieter, not crowded and you follow a program specifically designed for you. Jaryd and Stacie, Exercise Physiologists, make an amazing team. They are supportive, knowledgeable and genuinely invested in helping their clients achieve their goals. I always feel 100% supported in my training. If you're someone like me living with osteoporosis or osteopenia, I love their small Monday classes which focus on weight-bearing impact, resistance, and balance exercises in a fun circuit-style format that makes training both effective, fun and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend BMF to anyone wanting to improve their fitness, rebuild strength, or simply start moving again. The programs and guidance they provide are a real credit to them both.
Hannah
in the last weekBody Mechanics and Function are professionals, best exercise physiologist on the Sunshine Coast! They actually care about helping you achieve your goals and the results are worth way more than you pay for. The only allied health to follow through and exceed my expectations in a long time.
Julie-Anne Smedley
2 weeks agoMy husband and I have been training with Jaryd and Stacie at BMF for the past four months after dealing with chronic pain and limited mobility. Their expertise has been exceptional. Through their careful programming and consistent support, we have both regained a lot of strength and mobility, enabling us to return to the activities we love.
Patricia Howe
5 months agoI have been seeing Jaryd regularly at BMF x 3 months as I have experienced chronic lumbar back pain for many years with little relief from it despite regular walks, stretches, analgesia, chiropractic treatments etc. It had come to the point of considering an invasive medical procedure to manage the pain which had no guarentee of success, and which I didn't want. Aware that I was initially anxious and not trusting my back pain wouldn't be triggered by some of the exercises, Jaryd reassured me and worked with me to a point where I am now experiencing significantly less pain, increased and easier movement, strength and energy. I am also enjoying completing my home exercise plan as well as visiting his gym 1-2 a week Jaryd is patient, inspires trust and very experienced and knowledgeable. He assesses my progress regularly, adjusts my exercise program accordingly which keeps me motivated as well as challenged. Its also great fun! I wish I'd found BMF and Jaryd sooner and can highly recommend him to anyone, no matter your age or problem. I can honestly say my life has changed and will no doubt, continue to improve so I can live life fully. Thank you Jaryd.
Belle Smith
9 months agoWe’ve had such a positive experience with BMF! Jaryd has been incredibly supportive of my son, who has additional needs and faces daily challenges. From the moment we walked in, Jaryd has made my son feel welcomed, understood, and respected. He is not only highly knowledgeable but also patient and genuinely invested in helping my son succeed. Jaryd tailors each session to meet his individual needs, building his confidence and physical strength in ways that carry over into everyday life. It’s so encouraging to see my son enjoy his sessions and make real progress, both physically and emotionally. I can’t thank Jaryd enough for the care and dedication he’s shown. I highly recommend this clinic to any families looking for support!