Carolyn Collins

Owner / Operator of CrossFit South Surrey

Certifications

  • National Strength and Conditioning Coach, NSCA
  • CrossFit Level 1 and Level 2
  • CrossFit Kids
  • CrossFit Movement and Mobility
  • Olympic lifting with Mike Bergener and on going with Christine Girard, gold Olypmic medalist since 2012
  • Sports Nutrition, Fitness and Lifestyle Consulting
  • Trigger Release, PNF stretch and Rehabilitation Specialist
  • Workshop Presenter and Educator with over 25 years experience in the fitness industry

Fun Time Activities

  • Being with my 3 children and hubby doing anything!
  • Hanging out with my friends and my family wodding, boating, skiing and travelling.

A Few Things That Inspire Me

  • My family and friends who push me to do better and are there for me when I am not there for myself!
  • My clients who work so hard to change and do it!
  • Working with members, kids, teens and adults and knowing that I have helped a few people everyday be pain free, fat free, increase athleticism and build self confidence.
  • Watching the amazing athletic changes from the kids, tween, teen and their fitness level increase, all with big smiles on their faces!
  • Biggest thing is to help someone in pain or achieve in their minds the unachievable …like a rope climb, beginner mud run, more mobility, less pain, great eating plan.  I love to take the guess work out of peoples lives so they can focus on the other things…. LOVE MY JOB!!!

Sonia Herrewig

CrossFit Coach / CrossFit Kids Coach

Certifications

  • BA Physical Education
  • CrossFit Level 1
  • CrossFit Kids
  • Crossfit Mobility
  • National Strength and Conditioning Coach, NSCA
  • ACE Certified
  • Stretch Therapy and Monkey Gym
  • Rehabilitation and Nutrition

Fun Time Activities

  • Adventure Races
  • Volleyball
  • Skiing

A Few Things That Inspire Me

  • Clients at every age who lay it all out when they work out
  • Cirque du Soleil
  • Competition
  • My kids excited about anything and everything that I can do
  • Being better

Sheana Lehigh

Physiotherapist

Sheana graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2003 with her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy. Since then, she has been working full-time in private practice. Sheana has also studied physiotherapy in New Zealand, has worked as a physiotherapist in the United Kingdom, and has worked part-time in hospital settings.

Sheana has a special clinical interest in chronic/persistent pain, orthopaedic, manual and sports physiotherapy. Sheana has obtained her IMS certification and her Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy, and she focuses much of her current continuing education endeavors on the treatment of chronic/persistent pain.

Sheana has been a competitive ballet and modern dancer since she was five years old and now she also enjoys yoga, hiking, skiing, biking, and swimming. Sheana is also a clinical placement instructor for physiotherapy students, and she is a mentor for internationally educated physiotherapists.

To Book Appointments:
Call: 604-644-6962
Email: seasidephsyio.com

Matt Redekopp

Physiotherapist

Matt completed his Masters in Physical Therapy from UBC after receiving a Bachelor of Human Kinetics from UBC Okanagan. He pursued a career in physiotherapy after broadening his experiences in Australia, where he developed his skills in strength and conditioning coaching and rehabilitation techniques.

Matt has worked in private practice, critical care, neurological rehab, and has taught spinal cord injury management in rural India, and presented at the sports medicine conference in Honduras. Matt is committed to providing the best care and support to patients, allowing them to return quickly to the lifestyle and activities that they enjoy most. Matt uses a treatment approach specializing in manual therapy, movement training, exercise prescription, and client education to help his clients achieve their goals.

Matt has a passion for the outdoors and loves to adventure with his family and friends while hiking, mountain biking, running marathons, mountaineering, snowboarding, waterskiing, and kayaking. Matt has grown up competing and coaching in high-level soccer and track & field, and has his sports first responder to care for athletes in both pursuits.

Emily Schat

Registered Massage Therapist/Crossfit Coach Level 1

Emily is a very successful registered massage therapist and brings her knowledge to the training floor. Emily has just expanded her family with a beautiful baby boy!

Emily Schat has an enormous amount of enthusiasm for life, health, wellness and the great outdoors.

Emily is an athlete in her own right and spends as much time as she can at the gym. Emily also has  volunteered with Search and Rescue for years and very active is building homes in third world countries fro the less fortunate.  Come and check out Emily’s classes, you will not be disappointed!

 

Rachel Hendry

CrossFit Coach / Kinesiologist / Personal Trainer

Certifications

  • Bachelor’s of Kinesiolgy Degree
  • REGISTERED NURSE
  • Early Childhood Education Certificate
  • CrossFit Level 1 Coach
  • CSEP Certified Personal Trainer
  • Group Fitness Instructor
  • NCCP Level 1 and Level 2 Coaching

Fun Time Activities

  • Training/ competing in Olympic Lifting
  • Hanging out with my friends and my family
  • Hiking
  • Boating

A Few Things That Inspire Me

  • Working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds and helping them achieve their goals whether it be strength, overall health, fat loss, or become pain free
  • Watching people accomplish their fitness goals and knowing I was a part of that!
  • My family and friends who believe in me and push me to be the best version of myself
  • When clients/ individuals are willing to give it everything they have, no excuses
  • When people push through obstacles, physical or emotional, to achieve their goal!

Phaedra Banks

Personal Trainer/Crossfit Level 1

Certifications

  • Registered BCRPA personal trainer
  • First Aid & CPR

Fun Time Activities

  • Crossfit
  • Taking care of my nieces and nephew
  • Hiking, races, biking
  • Spending time with friends and family
  • Drawing/Painting
  • Living healthier after losing over 100 pounds is my life

A Few Things That Inspire Me

  • Watching others PR and try things outside their comfort zone
  • People actively trying to live a healthier lifestyle
  • My friends and family who have helped and supported me through my weight loss journey

*Couldn’t have done it without them*

  • When people push through obstacles, physical or emotional, to achieve their goal!

Jasmin Kim

Soon to be a Doctor of Naturopathic medicine / Crossfit Coach Level 1 / Kinesiologist 

Certifications

  • DOCTOR OF Naturopathic Medicine
  • BSc & MSc of Kinesiology
  • CrossFit level 1
  • NCCP Level 1: Volleyball Coach
  • First Aid with CPR-HCP

Fun Time Activities

  • Volleyball
  • Crossfit
  • Meditation
  • Yoga
  • Being in nature! Backpacking and camping
  • Cooking and eating
  • Hanging out with friends and family
  • Playing the ukulele

A Few Things That Inspire Me

I find that I am inspired by almost everyone around me! No matter their achievements or experiences, I appreciate people who show up and try their best:

  • People who step out of their comfort zone to try new things
  • Athletes who work hard to meet their goals
  • Elderly people who don’t let their age act as a barrier to achieving their fitness goals!

Andrea Chan

Certifications

  • Master of Physical Therapy (Queen’s University)
  • Bachelor of Human Kinetics (University of British Columbia)
  • Functional Dry Needling/IMS Certification (KinetaCore)
  • Acupuncture Canada Certification
  • Level 3 of the Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy program
  • Sport Physiotherapy Canada First Responder Course

Fun Time Activities

  • Running
  • Weight Lifting
  • Hiking
  • Basketball
  • Travelling

A Few Things That Inspire Me

  • Clients overcoming injury to return to their sport/activity/hobby that they love
  • Fellow health professionals who continue to push and advance our industry to improve care for our clients
  • Endurance sport athletes (ie. Marathoners!) & fitness athletes (ie. CrossFitters!)
  • Being in nature

Crossfit Coach

Certification

  • CrossFit level 1
  • Soon completing my Personal Training Certification

Fun Time Activities

  • Soccer
  • Crossfit
  • Volleyball
  • Any boating activity (wakeboarding, surfing, water skiing)
  • Being in nature (hikes, camping, walks)
  • Travelling and exploring
  • Hanging out with friends and family
  • Painting

A Few Things That Inspire Me

I find that I am inspired by almost everyone around me! It amazes me how much you learn every single day from every experience and opportunity that presents itself. You can really do anything you set your mind to; believe you can and see results!

  • Competition inspires me as it increases productivity and encourages new ideas. It pushes me past boundaries you may not have thought you could overcome.
  • My family and friends who believe in me and push me to be the best version of myself.
  • Traveling and being able to see the beauty in the World through art, nature and Culture.
  • When people push through obstacles, physical or emotional, to achieve their goals.
  • Building relationships with clients through loyalty and trust and being able to guide them seamlessly through the process of buying or selling Real Estate. Buying or Selling Real Estate is a life changing event for many and being able to share that experience with my clients is very rewarding.