History of Equilibrium

Since its beginnings in 1984, Equilibrium has played a defining role in supporting and shaping the field of kinesiology in Australia and beyond. From humble roots as a small Melbourne distributor to becoming a world-recognised supplier and publisher of kinesiology materials, our story reflects the growth and evolution of an entire profession — one built on innovation, collaboration, and community.

• 1984

  Equilibrium is registered by Philip Rafferty — an early pioneer of kinesiology in Australia — and established in Melbourne as a distributor of kinesiology materials, with a mission to promote kinesiology across the country. Michael Wild soon comes on board. The business begins by importing and publishing Touch For Health (TFH) materials.

• 1985

  Philip leaves Equilibrium to embark on a lifetime of promoting kinesiology in Australia and worldwide. Michael takes on the entire project and expands into supplies from other newly developing kinesiology modalities alongside the established TFH range.

• 1985 onwards

  Equilibrium begins attending annual kinesiology conferences across the country, a tradition that continues to this day.

• 1986 onwards

  Michael and Equilibrium become a focal point for organising international kinesiology founders and authors to visit Australia and run workshops, while also helping to orchestrate national kinesiology conferences.

• 1989

  Equilibrium publishes the world's first Kinesiology Directory of practitioners and instructors, printing thousands of copies each year. UK and Canadian equivalents are later modelled on this pioneering effort. In the 2000s the directory moves online and remains available today.

• 1990s

  As kinesiology grows as a profession, Equilibrium grows with it, becoming a full-time business supplying hundreds of kinesiology books, charts, and materials around the world. Distributors are established in the UK, South Africa, Asia, and New Zealand. The catalogue expands to include Touch For Health, Three In One Concepts, Edu-K, Hyperton-X, Biokinesiology, PKP International, Kinergetics, Rhythmic Movement Training, and more.

• 1993

  After nine years in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, Equilibrium moves to Ormond and opens a shop to the public, expanding its range to include natural health books, crystals, giftware, oils, and incense. Equilibrium becomes a destination for practitioners and students alike.

• 2001

  Equilibrium goes online, extending its reach to practitioners and students across the globe.

• 2000s

  Equilibrium is recognised as a leading world supplier of kinesiology materials, and is described by international customers as the only full-time general kinesiology supplies walk-in shop in the world.

• 2014

  Equilibrium celebrates 30 years of service to the kinesiology community.

• 2015

  Equilibrium purchases Brain Gym Books from long-time friend and colleague Barry Summerfield and begins publishing Brain Gym® materials in Australia.

• 2015

  After 22 years at 457 North Rd, Ormond, Equilibrium moves up the road to 523 North Rd.

• 2017

  After 14 years working for Equilibrium, Brendan Rohan of Skyflowers (and Equilibrium's Essences Guru) leaves. Thank You Mate!

• 2018

  Equilibrium launches a new website, bringing its extensive catalogue into a modern digital experience for customers worldwide.

• 2020

  Michael and Franca move to country Victoria for their long-awaited tree change. After 26 years as a Melbourne shopfront, Equilibrium closes its physical doors to become a dedicated online mail-order business, continuing to serve customers around the world without borders.