ACL Rehab Program
GET YOUR ACL REHAB DONE RIGHT THE FIRST TIME AROUND
Our ACL Rehab program takes the professional-sports approach to rehabbing your ACL, with a proven track-record of dramatically reducing your risk of re-injury and getting you back to sport, faster.
Our Team Has Been Trusted By:
"The global average for ACL re-injury stands at 20%..."
ours is less than 1%*
At Athletes Authority, we offer effective ACL rehab programs for those who want to recover like a pro. We combine cutting-edge sports science with a personalised approach, giving every athlete a tailored plan to get them back to peak performance. With a proven track record of reducing re-injury rates to less than 1%*, our program is trusted by over 250 athletes who have successfully returned to their sport, fitter and stronger than ever. This isn’t just rehab — it’s how you rebuild yourself the right way.
Learn why many athletes struggle to return to pre-injury form and how our ACL rehab program delivers better outcomes. Watch the video below to find out more.
*When athletes continue to train with us post their return to sport.
WHY CHOOSE US?
here is why over 250 athletes chose us for their acl rehab
get a completely individualised ACL Rehab program that's updated every week
... NOT JUST A FEW EXERCISES ON A PIECE OF PAPER YOU GET ONCE A MONTH.
never have to second guess if you're doing your ACL rehab right with unlimited access to our rehab coaching schedule
... with over 80 hours of rehab coaching every single week, YOU will NEVER FEEL LIKE YOU MIGHT BE doing your rehab wrong.
Your strength, power and fitness won't have to take a backseat while you recover from your ACL injury
... BECAUSE YOU'LL STILL BE TRAINING AS MUCH AS YOU WANT TO, getting stronger and FITTER THAN YOU WERE BEFORE YOUR INJURY.
24-7 access to your dedicated physiotherapist, so you never have to feel like your ACL progress is slowing down between sessions
GETTING ADVICE FROM YOUR PHYSIOTHERAPIST about your knee SHOULD NEVER BE SOMETHING YOU HAVE TO WAIT FOR, SO WE GIVE YOU 24/7 ACCESS...
Your own running coach who will be there for every run you do as you work toward your return.
... Because returning to running by yourself following an ACL injury isn't just lonely — It also means you might develop inefficient or compensatory running patterns which might hold you back.
mental skills training will help make sure that head noise doesn't get the better of you...
BECAUSE A LONG ACL REHAB following surgery or bracing DOESN'T JUST TAKE A TOLL ON THE BODY, BUT ON THE MIND AS WELL.
Unlimited access to our Recovery Zone will make sure that as your training gets harder, you recover faster
with our GameReady ice machines, the contrast pools and the NormaTec compression boots.
your ACL rehab success is guaranteed or your money back.
...iF YOU'RE NOT HEAD OVER HEELS THRILLED WITH YOUR INITIAL CONSULT or our approach, WE'LL REFUND YOUR your full consultation fee — no questions asked.
BUT THE BEST BIT?
when you're surrounded by other athletes just as committed as you are to rehabbing their acl following surgery or bracing
...your SUCCESS is INEVITABLE.
OUR SYSTEMS-BASED APPROACH TO ATHLETIC REHAB
Our tried and tested systematic approach to sports rehabilitation has been trusted by hundreds of serious athletes who are hell-bent on getting back to sport better than ever. In those eight years, this system has demonstrated results 10x better than the industry average of 20% reinjury rates, delivering great outcomes for athletes and returning them to sport stronger, fitter and faster than ever.
PHASE ONE: SITE PROTECTION
Until an athlete has extension restored and the absence of swelling, an ACL rehab will always beheld back. The focus of the protection phase is to restore the lost ROM as a result of the surgery and inflamation, while restoring normal gait and walking mechanics.
PHASE TWO: LOAD INTRODUCTION
Once you have restored your ability to extend and you have a quiet knee, it’s key to introduce load as early as you can with structured strength training. The sooner your knee can tolerate loading, the sooner it can be exposed to more dynamics activities like hopping and running. This phase also re-introduces activities like landing and jumping back into your movement routine.
PHASE ThreE: STRENGTH ACCUMULATION
With your knee tolerating load, two big milestones need to be achieved: the ability to run, and, symmetry of leg strength. During this phase, you’ll accumulate strength so that you can close the gap between strength and capacity, while re-introducing running back into your training routine.
PHASE FOUR: TRAINING INTEGRATION
The fourth phase of our ACL rehab program gets prepared to return to training – and by now, you’ll be ready. We’ll begin simulating sport-specific demands and exposing you to opportunities to respond to the chaotic demands of sport in a graduated and progressive way. This is also where we dial in your mental skills so you can return to training and competition with confidence in your regained strength and ability.
PHASE Five: return to performance
In your final phase of your ACL rehab, you’ll ensure that the strength, power, speed and coordination you need to return to sport with confidence is achieved, and you’ll go through our landmark return to performance testing to give you the confidence you’ve left no stone unturned. During this phase, you’ll be spending time in the gym and out on the pitch or court with your team, dotting the i’s and crossing the t’s in your preparation to return to competition.
Expert ACL rehab guides you can trust
We've REHABBED PRO'S, AMATEURS & EVERYONE IN BETWEEN...
"Such a quality gym with a great environment with athletes of all sports striving for the best. Started in the rehab program for my acl injury and transitioned now into the performance side. Samsy my coach who I’ve been working with provides programs based on my interests, needs for my sport and addresses areas of strengths and weaknesses."
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Taylor Ray
Matilda | Sydney FC
"I joined Athletes Authority in Jan 2024 and haven’t looked back! I joined due to an injury and have had such a positive experience with it all. The staff are very much knowledgeable, friendly and offer a great service. Justin Richardson has been brilliant, looking after me, managing my rehab program and never shy to share knowledge. The community at AA is very much tribal and I would definitely recommend going there!"
Anthony Younis
NWS Spirit
"Athletes Authority has been unreal. I came into rehab with an incredibly complex knee injury with no direction of where to go with rehab. Justin Richardson has been an unreal in the success of my rehab so far. I have worked with alot of elite level physio's as an athlete and Justin has by far given me the most confidence and realistic clear end goal of returning to elite sport, which i was told i probably wouldn't be able to do."
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Angus Cutbill
WAFL
"I came to Athletes Authority nine months post-op from an ACL reconstruction, significantly behind in my rehab and strength. Thanks to the exceptional support from AA's physiotherapists and trainers, I made rapid progress and achieved readiness for my upcoming season. My experience at Athletes Authority has felt very personalized to my specific injury/sport. I would highly recommend AA to any athlete!"
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Charlotte Silk
"Tore my acl and got recommended to athletes authority by Dr Tom Cross who is a very renowned physician. Being at AA for my rehab has helped my tremendously Justin has helped through my journey from day dot and has been amazing, once you do finish your rehab you have the option to move into the strength and conditioning program with familiar faces once your on the gym floor
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Kaige McLaughlin
"After a knee operation, I signed onto the athlete rehab program. Having physio and S&C in the same place allowed me to get a tailor-made gym program depending on how my injury was progressing. The supervised gym sessions had the perfect athlete to coach ratio, which allowed them to really pay a lot of attention to everybody."
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Brandon Quinn
"I spent a few months rehabbing an injury before transitioning to the performance stream at AA. The facility and staff are not only knowledgeable but are able to communicate and apply such knowledge into a system that thrives thanks to the culture that they have worked hard to build."
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Bryany Parker
"After a 2 year recovery process post an ACL reconstruction I managed to return to my sport of Taekwondo at full capacity! I certainly could not have done it without the amazing team at Athletes Authority. Thank you for all your support and every amazing team member I got to work with. I would not have returned to the sport I am so passionate about if it wasn’t for what everyone did."
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Catherine Petrakis
"Athletes Authority is a very sticky organisation, and I mean that purely in the metaphorical sense. It's a place that once you start you can't pull yourself away. I'm not sure if it's because of the VERY classy gym set up, the enthusiastic and knowledgeable team, or the fact that you get great results and you just get hooked on the gains you are making to your strength, mobility and speed."
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Eilish Sheerin
"I have had an ACL reconstruction and I used my hamstring to create the new tendon. Lots of the rehab had to do with strengthening my hamstring and the KVLR™ protection program for hamstring has been really beneficial. i am excited to continue to practise and develop my form and strength as i continue training for my sport."
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Vic Martin
"These guys are amazing, best in the business for Strength and Conditioning coaching which is actually sport specific and tailored to your needs. They helped me through my knee rehab and have an awesome all round gym culture!"
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Elizabeth Lambert
850+
ATHLETES RETURNED TO SPORT
10,000+
ATHLETES REHAB HOURS COMPLETED
500+
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
All About ACL
Why are ACL re-injury rates so high?
Returning to high-risk sport following ACL injury, especially without completing a dynamic and comprehensive return to performance program, puts the athlete at a risk of re-injury up to 40x greater than athletes who have never suffered an ACL rupture. Evidence suggests that without the best ACL rehab and continued training following your return to sport, re-injury rates can be as high as 20% within the first few years back to sport.
Why are ACL injury rates increasing?
Social participation in sport across Australia is growing rapidly; especially amongst the new and emerging Women's competitions. This has a trickle down effect at a grass-roots level, with social participation in women's AFL alone increasing by 140% in just two seasons. Poor formal training, preparation and injury resilience is resulting in many more athletes suffering ACL injuries than what existed prior to women's sports participation exploding.
What does the research say you should do to rehab your ACL after surgery?
There is clear evidence that a structured, progressive and outcome-driven ACL rehab plan improves athlete outcomes during recovery. While there is no such thing as a 'perfect' rehab, the components of a great rehab include: regular and consistent touch points with your allied health support team (physiotherapists, psychologists, orthopaedic surgeons etc), regular, guided and progressive strength training, return-to-running frameworks that build you up to exceeding game demands and effective and accurate exit-testing to ensure your physiological and psychological markers have returned to pre-injury levels.
What are my options following ACL rupture?
There are three primary options for an athlete to consider following an ACL rupture. The first is to approach ACL rehab non-operatively, where the athlete attempts to return to pre-injury levels of strength and stability. This is also called the 'conservative' approach. The second option is surgery, where a graft is taken from your hamstring, patella, quad (or donor), and your ACL is reattached. The third option is the most novel, known as the Bracing protocol. For some athletes, the rupture occurs in such a way where bracing the knee at specific angles may result in the natural re-attachment of the ACL fibres. It's important to consult your managing physiotherapist and physician to discuss what options suit your situation the best.
Can an ACL heal without surgery?
In the event of a minor ACL strain (what we call a partial rupture), there is a chance your injury may heal with ACL rehab and without surgery. In the event of a full rupture, it is unlikely that your ACL will naturally heal without intervention. For athletes who want to return to high-contact or high-pivot sports, options for surgery and rehab should be considered alongside your physiotherapist and surgeon.
How can I tell if I tore my ACL?
If you experience any of the below, we would always recommend a review by a qualified health professional (like a physiotherapist), for review:
A loud popping sound during running, change of direction, or a contact episode
Pain that prevents you from continuing normal activity
Swelling around the knee joint
Loss of range of motion
A feeling of instability around the knee joint.
If any of these symptoms are present, we'd always recommend getting it reviewed by a professional so you can start your ACL rehab right away. Rather be safe, than sorry.
How long does it take for my ACL to heal before I return to sport?
While everyone's timelines will be different following ACL injury and surgery, the typical timeline recommends 9-12 months to return to sport, although this can be shorter or longer — it depends on individual circumstances and dedication to a proper ACL rehab program.
THE FACILITY
Where are you located?
For ACL rehab in Sydney: We’re located at 16 Dickson Avenue in the heart of Artarmon. We’re just 6 minutes walk from both Artarmon & St Leonards station.
For ACL rehab in Melbourne: We’re situated at Unit 8 Friars Road in the vibrant area of Moorabbin, Victoria, just a few minutes away from Moorabbin Train Station.
What are your open hours?
Our training facility is open for coaching sessions Monday-Saturday with classes starting between 6:30 am and finishing at 7:30 pm.
For a copy of the current coaching, please reach out to us via our contact form.
Our ACL Rehab Program
How does this differ from standard physiotherapy?
The traditional approach for ACL rehab revolves around session-to-session care; where you pay for a single consult, get advice, and return at agreed-upon intervals with your practitioner. Typically, the sessional approach does not support you with training and advice outside the consult, meaning you spend more time by yourself. Our approach turns that idea on its head — rather than paying each time you see us, you pay one fixed weekly cost, and you can see us as often as you'd like (some athletes are at our facility 5x per week!). This approach means that you get all the support you need, whenever you need it. This results in great ACL rehab outcomes for our athletes and better support along the way.
How long does the ACL rehab program go for?
We'll support you for the length of your ACL rehab and even past your return to sport date if you want us too!
What does your ACL rehab program include?
Our ACL rehab program includes everything you need to return to sport with confidence following ACL injury:
Unlimited physiotherapy support and care
Unlimited coaching across 80 hours a week on the gym floor
Weekly, individualised programming
Your own running coach to help you get back on the pitch or court
Unlimited access to recovery services, like GameReady, NormaTec compression boots, our Anti-Gravity treadmill, and our icebaths and spa.
All your staged exit testing using our sports science technology
Mental skills support to help you rebuild your confidence
Nutrition support by our dietician
And most importantly, a great community of other athletes going through the same thing you are.
I didn't see an option for online ACL rehab. Do you do that?
In some cases, we do look after athletes remotely. If you live interstate or can’t make it to the facility, please reach out to us and we’ll assess if we can help. Most of the time, we’ll refer you to a coach we recommend in your city, because nothing beats coaching and accountability in the flesh. However, if you really want to work with us, we can explore that option with you, utilising telehealth, video coaching, and other remote technologies.
PRICING
What is the price for the ACL rehab program?
We value transparency in pricing. We have a simple price structure -- pay $197 per week, and get everything you need (see our full inclusions above).
If I pay upfront, do i get a discount?
Yes. When you prepay for the year, you’ll receive an additional 10% off our advertised weekly price.
I don't like direct debit (the big commercial gyms ruined it for me). What are my options?
We totally understand. Both Karl and Lachlan worked at big commercial gyms and understand how a lot of trust has been lost with gyms and direct debit (DD) memberships. If you don’t feel comfortable setting up a DD with us, prepaying for your ACL rehab is still an option.
PRICING
What's the investment?
sports rehab program
Unlimited Support From Our Physiotheraphy Team
$197.00
PER WEEK
Get everything in our session-to-session product, plus everything else for free when you join our sports rehab program:
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Free individualised rehab program That Updates Every Single Week on our training app ($97 weekly value p/w)
Free individualised return to running program ($47 Value P/W)
Free return to run coaching out on field ($97 value p/w)
Free unlimited coaching with over 80 Hours per week ($97 value p/w)
Free 24/7 support & direct access to our physiotherapy team ($47 Value P/W)
Return to contact coaching out on field ($47 value p/w)
free gym membership ($27 value p/w)
free access to our recovery zone ($47 value p/w)
Free Recovery Protocols ($497 Value)
Free Master Your Mental Game Online Course ($997 Value)
Free initial Dietetics consult ($197 value)
Free Macro Rehab Plan & Goal Setting Following Our 5-Phase Rehab Model ($497 Value)
*Our re-injury rate is less than 1% in athletes that rehab with us, and continue to train with us following their return to sport.
**Your statement will be sent to you so you can claim with your private health fund or sports insurance.
session-to-session pricing
Traditional Physiotherapy Support that is pay per session.
$197.00
Subjective Assessment
Physical Examination & Diagnosis
Individualised Treatment
Plan of Management
*Following your consultation, your private health care fund will be swiped and the gap will be charged. The best option for athletes who can't make it regularly to the facility to take advantage of our fixed-fee sports rehabilitation programs.
Our guarantee
WE ARE THE ONLY SPORTS REHABILITATION FACILITY IN SYDNEY TO PUT OUR MONEY WHERE OUR MOUTH IS…
We believe our whole approach to rehabilitation is revolutionary. We have no doubt that you’ll be blown away with your experience with us that we’re willing to offer a 100% money-back guarantee on your initial consult if, for any reason, you’re not satisfied with your experience There is not a stronger guarantee than this in the market.
Why choose us?
Our high-performance strength and conditioning facility
was built with the athlete in mind. When you complete your rehab with us, you'll get immediate access to every resource you need to accelerate your rehabilitation and helps you return to sport with confidence.
You'll receive round-the-clock support
from both the rehab and performance team. Unlike the traditional physio model, you'll never have to wait until 'the next available booking' to get the answers you need.
We only look after athletes
so you'll get the benefit of feeling like you're 'in the right place.' Instead of sharing a room with the elderly or officeworkers, you'll be rehabilitating alongside amateur, elite, and pro athletes all wanting to get back to doing what they love.
With a fixed weekly cost
there are never any surprises. Instead of paying for your gym membership, an individualised strength and conditioning program, weekly physiotherapy and recovery services separately, it's all included in a price that makes it affordable for almost everyone.
You'll get full access to our coaching timetable
so all your strength and conditioning, as well as your rehab runs (where applicable), will be coached by experts. You'll never have to do anything yourself (or worry you'll do something wrong), and you'll always have the support of an expert eye making sure you move well, efficiently and correctly.
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