Build confidence around bone health exercise, starting with the right pathway.
If you are interested in bone health exercise but want to know the right assessment and class pathway first, call and talk it through before anything is booked.
Senior Team Lead & Accredited Exercise Physiologist · Hobsons Bay and Cheltenham
More about Ethan
Ethan supports people in Hobsons Bay and Cheltenham with warm, respectful Exercise Physiology and a practical focus on making allied health feel accessible.
Olivia helps people build confidence through movement, create healthier habits and make exercise feel enjoyable while still working toward meaningful goals.
Steve supports people with chronic musculoskeletal pain, compensation patterns, exercise confidence and the relationship between movement and the brain.
Catherine supports women through and after menopause, including pelvic health concerns, with evidence-based exercise that builds strength, confidence and independence.
NDIS Medicare, DVA, WorkCover and aged-care options
One enquiry so we can call back with the next step
Who this is for
Adults who want bone health exercise support, with a clear first step for new participants and a faster path for returning members.
We confirm whether it is the right service, which funding may apply, where sessions can happen, and what to do next.
New participants start with a 1:1 EP assessment
Returning members can book their next class directly
Cheltenham runs a separate Bone Health Class, not the Onero program
The evidence behind Onero
Onero is built on published bone-health research, delivered under clinical supervision.
For people who have just been told they have low bone density, the first barrier is often fear. We explain the evidence, then check whether this pathway is suitable before any class step.
LIFTMOR and Onero evidence
74% gained lumbar spine bone density
Reported after 12 months of supervised Onero training in the clinical evidence reviewed for us.
Onero outcomes data
451 participants tracked over 12 months
Mean lumbar spine BMD improved by 3% across Onero participants in the supplied clinical outcomes data.
Safety record
1 injury in 6,612 supervised weeks
The published clinical research reports one training-related injury across 6,612 combined weeks of supervised training.
JBMR Top 5 Paper
Recognised by a leading bone journal
The research behind Onero was named a Top 5 Attention Grabbing Paper by the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research in 2017.
ESSA Practitioner Award
Recognised at Research to Practice
Three-year findings from The Bone Clinic won the Practitioner Award at the 2018 ESSA Research to Practice meeting.
Licensed delivery
Evidence first, clinically supervised
We explain the evidence and assessment pathway while exercise programming is delivered by trained clinicians in supervised classes.
Read the source research
LIFTMOR randomized controlled trial
The published Journal of Bone and Mineral Research trial compared supervised high-intensity resistance and impact training with a low-intensity home exercise program in postmenopausal women with low bone mass.
Individual outcomes vary. We confirm clinical suitability through an Exercise Physiology assessment, and you should consult your primary care provider to understand treatment options.
Is it safe for me?
Stronger bones start with the right exercise and the right supervision.
It is natural to feel uncertain about higher-intensity training with an osteoporosis or osteopenia diagnosis. We start with an Exercise Physiology assessment so your history, scan or referral context, co-existing conditions and confidence can be checked before any class step.
Assessment before class
Every new participant starts by asking about a 1:1 Exercise Physiology assessment, not by jumping straight into a group session.
Clinically supervised
Onero is delivered under clinical supervision by appropriately trained health professionals, with loads and progressions monitored.
Scaled to you
Your clinician reviews the starting point and adjusts the pathway to suit your ability, history and confidence as you improve.
Choose your location
Each location has its own bone health page.
Select the closest location. Cheltenham is labelled separately as Bone Health Classes because it is not the Onero program.
Returning members can check the current sessions here, then finish the booking in Nookal. New participants should start with the assessment enquiry above.
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Times are local to the clinic. Availability can change while you are booking.
For GPs and referrers
A clearer pathway for patients with low bone mass questions.
Send the referral context, scan or health-history details you have. We can confirm whether the assessment, class pathway, location and funding details are appropriate.
Referral or scan context if available
Preferred location
Any funding or private health questions to check
Preferred Onero location
Patient Portal help
Already attending Onero? These are the most common booking questions.
How do I set up my Patient Portal access?
Use your invitation email to verify your details and set a password. Check your junk folder if you cannot find the invitation. If your details do not match, contact your local reception team to check the email, mobile number and date of birth on your record.
Where do I find and book an Onero class?
Log in, open My Bookings and select Book Now. Choose your location, then Any Available to see the full timetable. Under Classes, choose Onero / Healthy Bones. A class time that does not appear is fully booked.
Can I cancel or rebook in the portal?
Yes. Open My Bookings and use the menu beside your class. You can cancel or choose Cancel & Rebook. The cancellation policy requires at least 24 hours' notice; eligible class credit returns to your pass or can be used when rebooking.
What if I have a pass or cannot log in?
To use a pass, select the green NEXT button at checkout. To pay for a class, select the blue PAY button. If your invitation, verification code or password is causing trouble, check your junk folder, then contact your local reception team. You can also book by phone.
Questions
Onero / Bone Health questions
Yes. New participants should speak with us so assessment needs, class options and next steps can be checked before joining a group class.
Fees depend on the service and your funding pathway. Tell us your funding type and we'll explain the costs before anything is booked.
Returning members can check current class times in the Patient Portal. If you are new, enquire first so the assessment and right location can be confirmed.
Cheltenham runs a separate Bone Health Class pathway, not the Onero program. If you choose Cheltenham, we will direct you to the local bone health assessment or class option.
Start with an enquiry. We can confirm the assessment step and what information the Exercise Physiologist needs before you join a class.
Program and class details are confirmed directly by us. The public page avoids publishing class programming, exercise selection, or session structure.
If you already attend Onero, use the Patient Portal to book a class. New participants should enquire first so the assessment step can be confirmed.
Many people use NDIS, a Medicare referral, DVA, WorkCover, aged-care funding or private funds. Which applies depends on your situation and the service. Tell us what you have and we'll confirm it with you.
Next step
Ask about an assessment or book a class
Mention that this is a bone health class enquiry, your preferred location, and any referral or health-history context we should know before an assessment discussion.
Onero and Bone Health Classes
Check the assessment pathway first so you know what information the Exercise Physiologist needs before any class step.
1
Tell us what's going on. Who needs support, where, and the main concern - in your own words.
2
We call you back. The team confirms the right service, clinician and funding option before any appointment is set.
3
You decide.
Useful details
Preferred location
Referral, scan, diagnosis, or health-history context you are comfortable sharing
Funding or private health questions you want us to check
Regions we service:Caloundra, Southport, Townsville and Mackay in QLD; Hobsons Bay and Cheltenham (confirm first) in VIC.