About Dr Siri

About Dr Siri

Dr Siri Szlezak is a clinical Exercise Physiologist with a PhD in Sports Science, and a background spanning clinical healthcare, Martial Arts, Security & Close Protection. Based on the principles and practices of Martial Arts, including Movement, Mindset and the quiet power of courage, Dr Siri's career is dedicated to developing and implementing programs which help survivors and mature-age warriors to reclaim safety, strength and their sovereignty.

Summary of Dr Siri's Education & Notable Background

  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (Sports Science) - Bond University
  • Master of Sports Science, Sports & High Performance Science - Bond University
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Sports Science) - Bond University
  • Accredited Exercise Physiologist (Exercise & Sports Science Australia)
  • Accredited Exercise Scientist (Exercise & Sports Science Australia)
  • Specialised Training in DBT Skills
  • Specialised Training in Somatic Experiencing
  • WCJJO World Ju-Jitsu Championships (2017) - Silver & Bronze Medalist
  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blue Belt (under Professor Daniel Lima, Fight Club Australia)
  • Japanese Ju-Jitsu Green Belt (under Doctor Shaun Taylor, International Jui-Jitsu Foundation)

Before she was Dr Siri, she was Bouncer Siri

Above: Siri working as the only-female Bouncer in an otherwise all-male security crew (Dublin, Ireland, late 1990s)

Practicing what she preaches

Above: Siri practicing what she preaches, in the Japanese Ju-Jitsu Dojo (Gold Coast, Australia, 2025)

Representing in the Green & Gold Gi

Above: Siri (far right) winning the Silver Medal at the 2017 WCJJO World Ju-Jitsu Championships