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I’m Dania! Sport and conditioning coach. Former professional halfpipe and slopestyle skier. Injury rehab/prevention coach. Women’s fitness expert. I understand why you’re here. You’ve tried too many fitness classes and free programs and haven’t seen the results you’re desiring. You need someone to keep you accountable. I hear you. You’ve come to the right place.

Knowing so many of you who are hardworking, driven and empowered, my goal is to keep your fitness journey fun, and make sure to give you the tools you need to achieve all of your fitness goals. Whether you are an athlete, a new mom, an excited bride, or new to exercise, I will meet you where you’re at. I create programs that will get you results!

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William Bateman Physiotherapist and Educator

Persistent Pain / Tendon Injuries / Climbing Injuries / Psychologically Informed Care

About Me

I’m a physiotherapist with over a decade of experience helping people navigate complex injuries and persistent pain. Early in my career, I focused on climbing injuries and tendon recovery—work that revealed just how unpredictable and challenging healing can be. That experience sparked a deeper interest in pain science and shaped my commitment to supporting people through persistent pain conditions.

Is this the right fit for you?

My approach is collaborative, evidence-based, and tailored to each person’s needs—addressing physical challenges while supporting the emotional and psychological aspects that may affect recovery. I work with people experiencing long-standing pain from sports injuries, tendon issues, nerve pain, joint pain, workplace injuries, motor vehicle accidents, post-surgical pain, and persistent pain in areas like the back or neck—even when there’s no clear diagnosis.

I also support clients living with complex conditions, including fibromyalgia, myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), and persistent tendinopathies. Many experience pain with movement, flare-ups, allodynia, or hyperalgesia—and together, we work to understand these patterns and build strategies that support meaningful change.

My practice is trauma-informed and sensitive to the ways mental health can shape physical recovery. I collaborate with clients who are navigating challenges that may affect their rehab process—helping them work toward their goals in ways that feel safe, empowering, and sustainable. Whether your pain is recent or has persisted for years, I’ll help you make sense of it, navigate it, and build confidence in your body again. Together, we’ll explore small, meaningful changes that support your long-term well-being.

Professional Background

I began practicing in Squamish in 2013 and opened a clinic focused on climbing injuries in 2015. Over time, my work expanded into broader pain care and system-level innovation. I’ve led programs throughout Vancouver, including the province’s first low-barrier, non-pharmacological pain management initiative for underserved populations in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, and later an interdisciplinary intensive post-hospital discharge program that brought together over 50 clinicians to support patients through complex transitions using a reablement approach. I’ve also taught in UBC’s Physical Therapy Department and recently completed a two-year term on the executive of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Pain Science Division.

In 2023, I took a sabbatical to develop a mental health curriculum for clinicians, focused on psychologically-informed care. The course is now being offered in collaboration with a mental health professional—bringing together diverse perspectives to support clinicians in integrating mental health into physical health practice.

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Andrey Graduated from Sutherland Chan School and Teaching Clinic in 2004.

His previous experiences include working at St John’s Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto, where he provided manual therapy and aquatic massage.

He has extensive experience competing nationally and internationally in mixed martial arts before moving to British Columbia in 2009, where he fell in love with rock climbing and freediving.

He has been an Instructor at the Vancouver College of Massage Therapy since 2010 and a team therapist for Axemen rugby club since 2022.

Andrey’s primary approach to each treatment is holistic and tailored to the client’s needs.

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Carrie is certified as both a Personal Trainer and Pre & Postnatal Fitness Specialist who has been working in the fitness industry since 2009. Carrie’s areas of focus are pre and postnatal health and fitness, mature adult fitness, weight loss and athletic performance. Carrie works tirelessly to help her clients reach the best version of themselves, whether that be in their day to day life or the sports they love.

Carrie grew up in Ontario living a very active lifestyle. She was always involved in a number of sports and outdoor activities. Since leaving Ontario in 2004, Carrie has lived in Banff, Whistler, the Caribbean and England. She is now settled with her family in Squamish and enjoys all the things a mountain town has to offer. You can find Carrie running, hiking and walking the many trails with her dog; playing soccer; relaxing by a lake; snowboarding and being a mom to her little girl. She practises in her life what she preaches to her clients and has a passion for fitness and healthy living.

CERTIFICATIONS: — Can Fit Pro Personal Trainer Specialist — Douglas College Pre & Postnatal Fitness Specialist — 200 hr Yoga Teacher Training YYoga — TRX certification — Indoor cycling certification — Kettlebell Essentials level 1 — Children’s fitness coach certification

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Dawson is a dedicated and empathetic physiotherapist passionate about helping individuals achieve their optimal physical health. Dawson’s comes from a non-traditional education background, completing the Thompson Rivers University’s Adventure Guide Program and graduating with a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies. Having spent his early twenties working in the guiding industry, Dawson was searching for a new way to support the people around him and give back to the community. His passion for movement and athletics, combined with years of personal injuries and rehabilitation, made physiotherapy an obvious choice. Dawson completed his Master of Physical Therapy Program at UBC, as part of the Northern cohort in Prince George.

Shaped by his background as an avid climber, ski tourer and runner, Dawson’s approach to treatment blends current research with a personal connection to movement. These activities have honed Dawson’s understanding of biomechanics and physical performance so that he can personally relate to those he treats. Dawson’s approach is to combine hands-on techniques with tailored exercise and education plans, with the goal of getting you back moving and doing the things you love, while building resilience and promoting lifelong health and wellness. Whether addressing acute or chronic injuries, concussion recovery, or helping improve performance for athletes of all levels, Dawson’s priority is to help you build strength, mobility, and confidence to lead an active and fulfilling life.

Dawson is committed to staying at the forefront of physiotherapy advancements to continually improve his abilities as a practitioner. He has completed continuing education in a variety of different fields including pain science and exercise biomechanics but has focused mainly on “hands on” skills such as soft tissue work and joint mobilizations. Dawson is currently enrolled in the Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal (AIM) program, a multi-year internationally recognized certification process that incorporates evidence-based assessment and treatment techniques. Additionally, Dawson is also involved in a year long Climbing Special Interest Group, learning from some of North America’s best climbing specific physios on common climbing injuries and how best to treat them.

After years of climbing, skiing, and running all over the province, Dawson made the decision to settle in Squamish permanently in the Fall of 2024. When not in the clinic, you can find Dawson out on the rock, slopes and trails spending time with friends and enjoying the many things that make the Sea to Sky so special.

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Joel has been coaching and guiding in the Sea to Sky for nearly 20 years. His holistic practice incorporates world class basics and is rooted in evidence-based research. Joel is a Chartered Professional Coach, with an education in Exercise Physiology. He also holds a Bachelor of Education and a Masters of Education written about grit, perseverance, and the fundamental character traits of high performance people and athletes. In addition to coaching, Joel spent over 10 years running an outdoor education program in Squamish, and is just as comfortable in the mountains as he is on a mountain bike or in the clinic.

When he isn’t in the clinic, you’re most likely to find Joel outside coaching some of the world’s top cyclists through his “other job” at Blueprint Athlete Development.

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Jon Israelson is a graduate from the Vancouver College of Massage Therapists in December of 2014. Growing up in Jasper AB, Jon started competing in freestyle skiing at an early age. This translated into Halfpipe and Big Mountain skiing, competing on the world tour and traveling all over North America. Doing so, Jon is no stranger to injury and has a great passion for resolving pain and dysfunction with a variety of modalities. Taking a full body, systemic approach to his practice, while combining the efforts of both the patient and therapist, allows for an optimum environment to resolve musculoskeletal, circulatory, nervous tissue and joint pathologies. His devotion and dedication to health and fitness go beyond the clinic, as he enjoys spending his free time weight training, mountain biking, golfing, climbing, hiking and fishing. He also enjoys reading and trying out new cooking recipes with friends. Jon is excited to be a part of the Union Health and Performance team, where he is part of a well rounded group of like minded therapists focused on providing the best possible holistic care and experience for there clients. Jon is registered with the College of Massage Therapy of British Columbia and is an active member in good standing with the Massage Therapy Association of British Columbia.

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Derek has been in private practice musculoskeletal Physiotherapist since 2005 and has been casting for and designing custom orthotic footbeds since 2007.

Derek is certified in GunnIMS dry needling, has completed post graduate Masters coursework in diagnostic imaging for physical therapists, and has completed his Advanced Diploma in Manipulative Therapy.

Derek has pursued extensive post graduate training in various niches within musculoskeletal physiotherapy such as integrating diagnotic imaging in physiotherapy management of anatomical variations of the spine, core muscles and peripheral joints such as the shoulders, hips, knees, ankles and feet.

Derek has earned certificates in various exercise paradigms for mobility, strengthening, pain science and biomechanics as well as concussion and vestibular assessment and rehabilitation.

Having personally undergone rehabilitation from a half-dozen personal orthopaedic surgeries (knee, shoulder, ankle, and hand surgeries) and many other sprains and strains, Derek has ample experience of physiotherapy from both the client’s and professional’s perspectives and looks forward to helping you through your journey of getting back out there. ​

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Michelle is a Kinesiologist with a Master’s Degree in Gerontology; her area of focus and research was in Healthy Aging. She is certified through the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology and offers:

• Coaching services (1:1 sessions up to a 2:1 ratio)
• Individual tailored program plans (4-week)
• Fitness assessments under the scope of CSEP
• Focus and specializes in working with the 55+ demographic, women & gender diverse populations, and climbers.

If you would like more information, please contact Michelle by phone at 902.802.3974 or by email michellelebla@gmail.com

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ADAM LUU PHYSIOTHERAPIST (BSC (H)KIN, MSCPT, CGIMS, ITPT, FCAMPT

I’m an orthopaedic, concussion and vestibular (dizziness/vertigo) physiotherapist. I graduated with an honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree from the University of Waterloo in 2007 and followed this with a Masters of Science degree in Physical Therapy from McMaster University in 2010. Prior to entering physiotherapy, I worked as an ergonomist for the Iron Ore Company of Canada in Newfoundland and as an ergonomic consultant in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

After 7 years of community-based post-graduate coursework – in the fall of 2018, I completed my final advanced orthopaedic manual therapy exams and was able to successfully attain Fellowship status within the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapy (FCAMPT) – the highest post-graduate level of manual therapy that can be achieved in Canada.

My current qualifications/certifications provide the ability to take on an issue using a full systems approach: manual/manipulative therapy (FCAMPT), intramuscular needling (Certified Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation practitioner), concussion injuries (Certified ImPACT Trained Physical Therapist, Certified Shift Concussion Management Provider), dizziness/vertigo issues (Certification in Vestibular Therapy), instrument-assisted soft tissue release (Certified M1 Graston Practitioner), nervous system assessment and treatment (Certified within the Neuro Orthopaedic Institute’s Mobilization of the Nervous System) and bracing/proprioceptive taping (Kinesio Taping Level 1 and 2 certifications, Advanced Physical Therapy Education Institute’s certification in Peripheral and Spinal therapeutic taping).

My ongoing continuing education also demonstrates my particular interest in shoulder rehabilitation (various certifications/courses under American physiotherapist Mike Reinold and Australian physiotherapist Lyn Watson – two well-known researchers within the field of shoulder rehab) and lower back rehab (coursework under Canadian lower back pain expert Stuart McGill and American Strength and Conditioning Specialist Mike Boyle).

I’m also an athlete myself, as a former member of the University of Waterloo men’s volleyball team (Academic All-Canadian 2006 – 2007) and as an avid climber and mountain biker – these experiences have helped me understand the focus, discipline, and motivation needed to maintain the health needed to perform at a competitive level.

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Seanathon holds a Master of Physical Therapy degree from the University of British Columbia. With a strong passion for helping clients achieve active, healthy lifestyles, he is dedicated to supporting their movement milestones and specific activity goals.

Raised in a competitive sports environment, Seanathon has developed a deep appreciation for movement, recognizing both its physical and mental benefits. His diverse background in sports such as ice hockey, badminton, baseball, tennis, and snowboarding has significantly contributed to his expertise in Physiotherapy. A committed rock climber, Seanathon has dedicated more than a decade of his life to the sport, contributing to the climbing community by developing a sport climbing crag near Victoria, establishing numerous bouldering first ascents, and co-authoring three editions of The Duncan Bouldering Guide.

With nearly a decade of experience teaching and coaching children and youth, Seanathon has seamlessly transitioned his passion for promoting physical activity into his Physiotherapy practice. As a trusted guide, he is committed to helping clients achieve their movement goals, improve their performance, and enhance their overall well-being.

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I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a Master’s in Counselling Psychology. I use a collaborative strength-based approach to explore your values and empower you to meet your goals. Counselling can help you access skills within yourself to struggle less, be more present, and, ultimately, find more meaning and vitality in your sport and life.

My diverse experiences include competing as an elite mountain bike athlete, practising law, career counselling, providing crisis support for sexual assault survivors, and coaching athletes. I work with individuals age 13 and older.

Some of the areas that I can support with include:

• Injuries, and other setbacks
• Anxiety, overwhelm, stress management
• Lack of motivation, loss of purpose
• Career guidance and planning
• Life transitions and identity
• Relationships, communication, and team dynamics
• Focus and concentration
• Body image

Contact me at jrossworn[at]gmail.com to schedule an appointment.

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Born in Toronto, Melanie Sakowski graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 2014 with her Bachelors of Honours, Specializing in Kinesiology.

With interest in running mechanics, rooted in her past as a triathlete, she takes a holistic approach to movement and helps people find rhythm and fluidity through play.

She furthered her training under Dr. Craig Liebenson of First Principles of Movement, and often references Somatic Experiencing, and the work of Lawrence Van Lingen of Innerunner.

Having traveled extensively, Melanie brings the study of Yoga from The Yoga Institute in Mumbai, India, into her practice, and incorporates her Holistic Nutrition certification from The Holistic Performance Nutrition Institute in New Zealand.

She approaches treatment from a connected, collaborative, self-discovery process with her clients as they learn to attune themselves and problem-solve.

“To get someone into a position where they authentically know and trust their movement is extraordinary.

When someone gets into that space, it’s virtually like enlightenment.” — Lawrence Van Lingen, Innerunner

Her rehabilitation process focuses on guiding people back home in their bodies where gentleness, ease and ferocity are very much designed to co-exist.

In her spare time, she can be found out in the forest, on a mountain top, or in a lake!

Discover more at https://www.wildkinesiology.com/

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Kristine has recently moved to Squamish and is excited to embrace the active lifestyle through outdoor sports and adventures with her dog.

Kristine has a bachelor degree in Kinesiology from UBC and a Masters degree in Physiotherapy from Leeds Beckett University in the United Kingdom. She has a special interest in working with all athletes. As a rugby player for 15+ years, she has experienced her fair share of injuries and understands the ups and downs of rehabilitation. She now works with local club and provincial rugby teams, is the physiotherapist for Canada Netball and is part of the Australian based Pole Physio team.

Kristine strongly believes that exercise is medicine and that nobody should have to accept living in pain. Her physiotherapy approach is not only to help you recover from acute injury, but also find prevention strategies for the future. Her treatments often include manual therapy, dry needling and movement re-education through exercise. She also provides concussion treatment and management.

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