An intro/intermediate course for evaluation and treatment of neuromyofascial pain and dysfunction present in both the acute and chronic orthopedic population.
Robert De Nardis has put this program together based on his 30 years of clinical experience working with elite teams of all levels, as well as establishing the Melbourne Whiplash Centre. Robert brings this clinical experience, with the most relevant research and combines it with the world’s most effective Dry Needling models to form the GEMt approach.
A degree qualification in either:
Contact Hours: 21
Level 1: Intro/Intermediate Dry Needling Course (2.5 days)
An intro/intermediate course for evaluation and treatment of neuromyofascial pain and dysfunction present in both the acute and chronic orthopedic population.
Robert De Nardis has put this program together based on his 30 years of clinical experience working with elite teams of all levels, as well as establishing the Melbourne Whiplash Centre. Robert brings this clinical experience, with the most relevant research and combines it with the world’s most effective Dry Needling models to form the GEMt approach.
This course carries two significant guarantees:
Instruction will include evaluation and application of dry needling of neuromyofascial trigger points for musculature which is considered appropriate at the introductory level of training.
This course consists of a combination of online theory (and theory test) as well as a 2.5 day practical component which includes a regional anatomy review, needle demonstration followed by a large amount of hands-on supervised practical sessions.
Note – all delegates are expected to act as a Patient for their partner during this of course as it is very practical heavy. Delegates will be expected to be needled for 2.5 days. If for any reason you cannot be needled please contact course GEMt’s coordinator at [email protected] to make alternative arrangements.
There is also a (non-intimidating) practical test to ensure adequate transfer of knowledge to all course participants.
Trigger point dry needling (TDN) will be presented as a tool to evaluate and treat the neuromuscular system. Both the Gunn and Travell & Simons’ techniques will be discussed and demonstrated. Supporting research will be presented and discussed. Treatment safety will be evaluated throughout the course
Course Outcomes
Treatable Muscles After Completion
The focus of the level 1 course is treatment for pain management and sport related injuries.
Online Learning Modules
GEMt dry needling courses begin with online modules for safety, theory, and anatomy. Access to the online learning platform is provided via email once you have completed course registration. Completion of the online modules is a requirements before attending the course, and you should allow sufficient time to complete them before the course starts.
Module 1: Safety Involving:
Total = 1.5-2 hours
Module 2: Theory Involving
Total = 4-5 hours
Module 3: Anatomy Involving
Total = 2-3 hours
Total all online modules approx. 7-10 hours
Course Eligibility
A degree qualification in either:
Accreditations
| Contact Hours: | 21.0 hrs |
| Start Time: | Thu, 03 September 2026 , 8:45 AM |
| Finish Time: | Sat, 05 September 2026 , 1:15 PM |
| Duration: | Multiple Days |
| Format: | Hands-on |
| Language: | English |
| Venue: | The Training Hub Damansara |
Address: | Lot 3A, Block B, 10, Jalan Semantan, Bukit Damansara, |
Director & Principal Presenter
Robert De Nardis, Director of GEMt (Educational Programs) is a Senior Physiotherapist in Melbourne Australia. Robert brings his (> 35 years) clinical experience to his courses, having a unique background having worked with elite teams in a variety of codes as well as specialising in the assessment and management of Whiplash Disorders MWC.
Robert is renowned for the quality, safety and clinical outcome driven Dry Needling Courses his Company runs throughout South-East Asia. Course dates/locations can be found here: GEMt DN Courses.
GEMt has more recently launched a series of one day joint manipulation course which are proving very popular amongst Physiotherapists GEMt Manips.
Advanced Presenter
Brandon has been employed at Sandringham Sports Physio (SSP) since 2004. He has established himself as a Senior Physiotherapist and is the current Operations Manager at this facility.
Brandon has been extensively utilising Dry Needling during this time and has successfully completed the accredited GEMt Introductory and Advanced courses.
Brandon has worked with the successful Sandringham Football Club since 2005 and is involved in mentoring staff at SSP.
Brandon has travelled as an instructor for GEMt since 2008.
Course Outcomes
Treatable Muscles After Completion
The focus of the level 1 course is treatment for pain management and sport related injuries.
Online Learning Modules
GEMt dry needling courses begin with online modules for safety, theory, and anatomy. Access to the online learning platform is provided via email once you have completed course registration. Completion of the online modules is a requirements before attending the course, and you should allow sufficient time to complete them before the course starts.
Module 1: Safety involving:
Total = 1.5-2 hours
Module 2: Theory involving
Total = 4-5 hours
Module 3: Anatomy involving
Total = 2-3 hours
Total all online modules approx. 7-10 hours
Refunds, Transfers & Credits
If a course is cancelled for any reason by GEMt then as much notice as possible will be given to course participants. In this instance, course fees only will be returned in full as soon as possible. For International courses, GEMt accepts and refunds course fees in AUD. We are not accountable for fluctuations in exchange rates. NB. GEMt is not liable nor responsible for any other out of pocket expenses incurred by registrants due to course cancellations or venue changes; this may include flights, accommodation or bank fees on financial transfers.
Regions are defined as:
Transfers within the same region:
If you wish to transfer to another GEMt course within the same region, the following fees will be incurred:
Transfers between regions incur the following charges:
Cancellation:
Inability to Participate in needling.
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