About Us
About the Owners
Mustafa & Alycia
Our passion for health and wellbeing comes from lived experience — through sport, family life, movement, and years spent supporting others on their health journeys.
Mustafa’s background is deeply rooted in high-performance sport and holistic health. Awarded a full football scholarship with the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) at 17, he was exposed early to sports science, strength and conditioning, nutrition, and recovery. That experience shaped a lifelong appreciation for the connection between movement, mindset, and lifestyle. With over 20 years of professional and sporting experience, Mustafa brings a systems-based, preventative approach to health — focusing on long-term wellbeing rather than quick fixes.
Alycia’s journey has always been centred on movement, community, and nurturing health from the ground up. Growing up in a performing arts school, competing in dance, and later becoming one of Australia’s first certified Zumba instructors, she has spent years connecting people through movement and joy. As a mum of two, certified Group Fitness instructor, Aromatherapist, and Health Coach, Alycia brings a deeply practical, family-focused approach to wellbeing — grounded in balance, consistency, and real life.
Together, we share a belief that health is not a phase — it’s an ongoing opportunity to care for your body, mind, and nervous system.
A Local, Family-Run Wellness Studio
Recovery Lab Maribyrnong is a family-owned and locally operated wellness and recovery studio, proudly based in Maribyrnong for over 17 years.
We live here, we raise our family here, and we built Recovery Lab with one simple intention — to help people feel better, move better, and live healthier, happier lives through proactive self-care.
We believe wellbeing shouldn’t be reactive or complicated. It should be accessible, evidence-informed, and part of everyday life.
Our Philosophy
We are social beings who thrive on connection. Whether through sport, family, or community, we’ve seen firsthand the powerful impact of supportive environments where people feel safe, motivated, and encouraged.
Recovery Lab was created to be that space.
A place where:
Recovery is proactive, not reactive
Self-care is part of routine, not a luxury
Evidence-based modalities meet real-world lifestyles
Community matters just as much as the methods
By prioritising prevention, consistency, and nervous system health, we believe everyone can move towards a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.
Why Recovery Lab
Recovery Lab isn’t about extremes or trends. It’s about creating simple, effective rituals that support your body and mind — whether you’re an athlete, a busy parent, or someone simply looking to feel better in their everyday life.
We’re proud to be part of the Maribyrnong community and grateful to support a growing group of people committed to taking care of themselves — today, and for the long run.
We look forward to welcoming you into the studio.