Katy is Cascade's very own Kinesiologist and Certified Athletic Therapist. She is both members of the BC association of Kinesiologist's and Canadian Athletic Therapy Association. She received her Bachelors of Kinesiology right here in the Fraser Valley. Knowing that she would later study athletic therapy, Katy immersed herself in UFV's Cascades athletic training program where she studied under UFV's Head Athletic Therapist. assisting in travelling with the Cascades.
Itching to maximize her rehabilitation and therapy techniques, Katy entered into MRU's renowned Athletic Therapy program competing with only 11 other post graduate students across Canada. During that time she was able to hound in on her sport- specific training and rehabilitation skills travelling across Canada with Canadian Universities. Learning in-season and off-season conditioning in a team dynamic with extra help and special thanks to Dan Vanhooren and Former NHL Calgary Flames strength and conditioning coach, Rich Hesketh; Katy is able to provide specific training for athletes who want further than just the basic therapy care.
Studying her passion for elite level therapy spanning over 8 years, Katy established her reputation by providing instrument assisted soft tissue release using Graston technique and offering tailored rehabilitation programs.
Katy believes that every-BODY has their own vehicle for personal and physical growth. Rehabilitating with Katy means client's will elevate by learning therapeutic strategies, and adopting what it means to be at the top of their game. She is switched on to growing and achieving results so that clients can feel safe returning to sport, work and daily living activities.
Positive culture, holistic health and good vibes are all vital in Katy's practice but not without education, high performance, and team effort.
Independently, Katy is proud to have served as a POC firefighter in Chilliwack for over 5 years. She is passionate about sport, tactical performance, animals and the outdoors.
Katy covers exercise rehabilitation and prescription; strength and conditioning and sport specific training, concussion related rehabilitation; acute and chronic injury management, post-operative rehabilitation and instrument assisted soft tissue release. She works with a variety of patients from 12-85 years of age. You can expect a thorough assessment with Katy and answered questions.