Meri started the Happy Pain studio for the simple reason of wanting to make people feel happy. She wanted to create an environment where people could gather, talk freely, and leave feeling light, free and energised.
She went on a journey, training in various healing modalities and practices: Yoga, Pilates, Access Bars, life coaching – her education is always ongoing. As she became more familiar with how the body and mind works, she realised something quite important and almost universal: the path to happiness is often paved in glorious pain.
Meri believes that pain isn’t something to be feared or avoided. In fact, once you have a good relationship with pain, you can unlock deep potential in your body and mind that you might not have even been aware was possible.
That’s the space that Meri has created with Happy Pain. A non-competitive, non-judgemental environment where you can feel free to explore pain in a fun way so you can grow, bond with other humans, and become your best self.
“People gathering, talking shit, and leaving the studio feeling happy. That’s what I want.”
– Meri
About Meri...
Experienced Remedial Massage Therapist & Fitness Professional
With over 30 years of experience in the fitness industry and 20+ years as a remedial massage therapist, Meri brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her work. Her diverse background spans multiple disciplines, from sports therapy to fitness instruction, making her an expert in helping people manage pain, recover from injury, and achieve their health goals.
Professional Experience
Remedial Massage Therapist
Worked at:
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Proactive
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Amanda Gale Physio
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Phyx Me Physio
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Total Physio
Sports Trainer
Worked with:
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North Cairns Tigers Football Club
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Cairns City Lions Football Club
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Edgehill Tigers Soccer Club
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Currently working at:
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Cairns Saints Football Club
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Class Instructor/Contractor
Taught classes at:
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Rydges Esplanade Health Club
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Your Fitness
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World Gym
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Active Fitness
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Sports World
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Genesis
Allied Health Assistant
Working in Private Hospital Day Rehabilitation, supporting patients in their recovery as an Allied Health Assistant.
Certifications
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TRX
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VIPR
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Stick Mobility
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Metafit
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Xtend Barre
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Mat Pilates
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Reformer Pilates
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Remedial Pilates
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200 hours Yoga Teacher
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50 hours Yin Yoga
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50 hours Aerial Yoga
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Les Mills (Pump, Step, Attack, Combat, Jam, Balance)
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Certificate 3 Sports Trainer
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Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy
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Dry Needling
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Certificate 4 in Personal Training
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Certificate 4 in Allied Health Assistance (OT and Physio)