When national athletes get injured, they have access to high-performance physiotherapy but what about the everyday gym-goer, the weekend runner or the passionate weightlifter?
Jack Matasim, a physiotherapist with 14 years of experience, is changing that. His brainchild, Beam, a physiotherapy studio, is bridging the gap, offering quality rehabilitation to those who refuse to let injuries keep them sidelined.

The Problem: A System That Leaves Active Individuals Behind
Jack’s inspiration for Beam came from years of working in both government and private hospitals, where he noticed a disparity.
“Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Centre(SMRC) is reserved for national athletes. Everyone else gets put on long waiting lists or receives fragmented care,” he explained. “Even then, athletes may not see their physio consistently. The level of attention drops because the system is overloaded,” said the entrepreneur.


Traditional clinics, he added, are designed for passive patients – those recovering from surgery or managing chronic pain. But for weightlifters, marathon runners, footballers and fitness enthusiasts, generic rehab often falls short.
“If you’re pushing your body hard and get injured, you need more than just basic exercises. You need targeted rehab that gets you back to performance, not just pain relief,” said Jack.

Beam’s Solution: Longer Sessions, Deeper Care
In government clinic settings, physio sessions are often rushed for 20 minutes per patient, with assistants handling much of the work. At Beam, Jack ensures 50–60-minute one-on-one sessions, with no shortcuts.
“When you were my seventh patient of the day, I remember: I’m your only physio that day. You deserve my full attention.”


His approach includes personalised rehab plans (delivered via TrainHeroic, a professional athlete-tracking app), follow-up check-ins (through WhatsApp and the app) and, objective testing (using force plates and movement analysis to measure recovery progress)
“In hospitals, we often guess when an athlete is ready to return. With the right tech, we don’t have to guess, we know.”

Why “Beam”? More Than Just a Name
The studio’s name holds a deeper meaning; it is not just catchy, it is symbolic. In physiotherapy, a balance beam is used to restore stability after lower-limb injuries.
“Life is about balance. Rehab is too… you must find the middle ground between moving too little and too much,” said the face and driver of Beam.

Bringing Elite Sports Science to Brunei
Jack is investing in equipment rarely found in local clinics, like force plates, to measure strength asymmetries. “Research says you need 80% of your leg strength back before running. But how do you know? With data, we remove the doubt,” he shared.
Beyond injury rehab, Beam also works with performance clients; marathoners chasing PBs, weightlifters refining technique and athletes prepping for competition.
“We test, identify weaknesses, and create a plan. Six weeks later, we retest. It’s not just about feeling better, it’s about proving you’re better.”

The Entrepreneurial Leap: From Stability to Uncertainty
Leaving a stable job in the government for the private sector was not an easy decision, but his mind is set.
“Some people said, ‘Are you sure?’ But I couldn’t ignore the gap in care. If I stayed in the system, I’d never have the freedom to bring in the equipment and methods Brunei needs.”
His biggest challenge? Changing perceptions.

“People ask, ‘Why pay when government physio is free?’ But if you want faster, more personalised care, with better results, that’s what Beam offers.”
Rather than depending primarily on advertising, Jack has cultivated Beam’s reputation through authentic patient experiences.

He attributes the studio’s growing client base to satisfied athletes who become natural ambassadors after experiencing tangible results. Every patient is a walking testimonial.
On aspring entrepreneurs, Jack’s success hinges on niche focus and passion. “Research your market, talk to people in the field, and make sure there’s demand. But most importantly, just start,” he advised.
For Jack, Beam is not just a business; it is a movement. “I want this to be Brunei’s go-to rehab hub… Active people deserve better. I’m here to give it to them and every movement matters,” Jack concluded.

THE BRUNEIAN | BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN