Muriah graduated from the University of Alberta with a Master’s in Physical Therapy, and from UFV with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science. She is passionate about helping people learn to overcome their pain and return to meaningful life activities. She uses a mixture of hands-on techniques as well as exercises to help you achieve your goals. Muriah finds that incorporating an active rehabilitation program with physiotherapy treatment has shown itself to be invaluable in helping people get back to doing what they love.

Muriah is experienced in working with a wide range of conditions such as arthritis, low back pain, muscle and joint strain/sprains, neurological conditions, fractures, work-safe injuries, whiplash, chronic pain, and many more. She also worked as an athletic trainer with the Langley Rams Junior Football Team and Langley Trapper’s Junior B Hockey team. She is well-versed in weightlifting and strength training and knows how to modify your workouts to work around your pain or injuries.

Muriah has also completed Pelvic Health Physiotherapy training and can assess and treat individuals who are prenatal, post-partum, post-prostate removal, or those who experience urinary incontinence or prolapse.

Her hobbies include hiking, weightlifting, golf, horseback riding, yoga, and art.

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Hannah has been an RMT since 2019. With experience working in Burnaby, Squamish, and Whistler. Hannah likes to work with her clients to get them back to normal as soon as possible. With experience from many orthopedic conditions, such as ACL rehab, frozen shoulder, and many common neurological conditions. In her free time, Hannah likes to be outdoors hiking, camping and running exploring all BC has to offer. She is excited to be starting a new chapter at Ace.

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Kevin is a Kinesiologist who completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia. His passion for movement stems from a history of athletic background. Kevin understands that each client is different and requires a unique and individualized approach to best set their path towards lasting health and success.

With a holistic approach to Kinesiology, Kevin utilizes his knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics to make sure that you feel confident as you progress through your treatments. Through previous clinical experiences, Kevin is well versed in creating varied exercise treatment plans and emphasizes the importance of keeping up the effort outside of your clinical treatment sessions! Empowering clients and celebrating progress is a big thing for Kevin!

Outside of the clinic, you can find Kevin active on the basketball court, working out at the gym, or playing ultimate frisbee or spikeball (when it’s nice out)!

Kevin is also conversational in Shanghainese.

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Glenn Hendricks graduated with degrees in Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Science degree from Simon Fraser University (Biology and Kinesiology). Additionally he holds Certificates in Health and Fitness Studies and the Liberal Arts. He is a manual therapist with extensive post Graduate work in orthopedic assessment and treatment with a particular focus on lower limb tendonopathies and hip, knee and ankle injuries. Glenn is a function based physiotherapist who uses assessment tools and movement strategies to help people reach their goals. The treatment philosophy is to identify and correct underlying muscle imbalances and postural dysfunctions and then to develop proper movement patterns through specific exercises. The treatment approach integrates manual therapy, exercise prescription and education. Glenn takes a special interest in physiotherapy for the arts and recognizes that artists such as dancers and musicians use their bodies just as athletes do to convey the nature of their art. Glenn bike raced for over 10 years (road and cyclocross) and has worked with horses from a very young age.

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Joanna graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelors of Science in Microbiology and Biochemistry (2018) and worked a bit in the field of cancer research. She continued her education with West Coast College of Massage (2023). She is a lifelong learner and enjoys broadening her capabilities.

After going through her own health journey, she understands how hard it can sometimes be to get empathetic care. She cares very much for each of her patients and is passionate about their well being. She strives to give complete care and tailor each treatment to the individual.

She has learned many skills through the outreach experiences she has had with palliative care, pregnancy massage, and sports therapy.

When Joanna is not at the clinic, you can find her spending time with her friends and family, working out, or maybe even gaming!

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Gurtaj Kang completed his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a Concentration in Active Health and Rehabilitation as well as a Certificate in Health and Fitness Studies from Simon Fraser University. During his time at SFU, Gurtaj also worked in a community outreach program aimed to improve health outcomes in sedentary youth. He is also trained in Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE).

Gurtaj grew up as a high-level soccer player in Langley which came with many associated injuries and personal rehabilitation. Going through his own recovery opened his eyes to the rehab field and sparked a fire to pursue an education in Kinesiology in order to help others. Gurtaj strives to provide individualized programs using creative exercises to best simulate tasks and demands of both the home and work environments in order to return patients to their pre-injury functional capacities.

His love of sports has resulted in him not only playing soccer competitively, but also being involved as a coach and a team trainer over the years. Gurtaj hopes to return to coaching youth soccer in the coming years as his newborn daughter comes of playing age. These days, you can find him playing recreational sports, spending time in the gym, cheering for the Detroit Red Wings, or traveling the world.

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Jacob is a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) who graduated from WCCMT in 2023. With a passion for sports, health, and recovery, Jacob has made it his mission to assist others with sports-related injuries, muscle tension, tightness, and pain. Living a healthy lifestyle himself, he is enlightened by the mysteries of the human anatomy and is constantly fascinated by its intricacies. Jacob has cultivated a wide array of techniques to treat various conditions, continually expanding his knowledge and skillset to provide effective therapeutic solutions for his clients.

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Christian completed his Diploma in Registered Massage Therapy in 2021 at Langara College. Prior to studying massage therapy, Christian completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology at The University of British Columbia in 2016. He has been involved in instructing community fitness classes at the Langara Family YMCA early on during his undergraduate years. During his time at UBC Vancouver, Christian was the UBC BodyWorks Fitness Coordinator, helping Kinesiology students like himself gain practical experience in personal training and group fitness classes. Christian also had the opportunity to become a volunteer staff at Physical Activity Research Centre (PARC) at ICORD, located in the Blusson Spinal Cord Centre (VGH). At PARC, Christian assisted patients with their adaptive training programs in a 1-on-1 setting. In 2015, Christian continued his involvement in community fitness classes through the Vancouver Parks Board and Recreation, teaching classes such as Happy Hearts (cardiac rehab), Post-Joint Replacement, and Seniors Weight Training. Christian also took on the role of teaching cardiac rehab classes in a clinical setting at VGH Centre for Cardiovascular Health, working alongside clinical exercise physiologists, social workers, dietitians, and cardiac rehab instructors alike.

Christian’s massage therapy treatments are based on patient-centered care, effective hands-on treatment, patient education, and movement-based intervention. Christian emphasizes the pillars of his massage therapy approach as a form of empowering his patients, as he firmly believes that massage therapy combined with other interventions such as physiotherapy and exercise therapy/strength training will help the people that he works with build self-efficacy for a healthier and more resilient life.

Diploma in Registered Massage Therapy in 2021 (Langara College) Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology in 2016 (University of British Columbia) Individualized Exercise Programming for Aging & Clinical Populations in 2014 (UBC Bodyworks) In his downtime, Christian enjoys backcountry hiking, backcountry camping, and trail walking. He also enjoys strength training with Kettlebells and TRX suspension training system at his home-based gym. Moreover, Christian has a passion for the world of combat sports (i.e., MMA, Muay Thai, Boxing).

Christian is bilingual, fluently speaking Tagalog as his native language. Christian has experience performing assessments and treatment sessions in Tagalog.

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Jae, a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist and Kinesiologist, holds a degree from Simon Fraser University in Kinesiology since 2014. His journey in health and wellness began while working as a kinesiologist, where he discovered the synergistic potential of combining massage therapy with exercise prescription. This revelation led him to pursue and complete the RMT program at the prestigious West Coast College of Massage Therapy (WCCMT) in 2019.

In his practice, Jae skillfully integrates a variety of techniques including pin and stretch, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy, ensuring personalized care tailored to each client’s needs. Complementing these modalities, Jae also specializes in Fascial Stretch Therapy, offering a comprehensive approach to wellness and mobility.

Beyond his practice, Jae has embraced the role of Teaching Assistant and Clinic Instructor at WCCMT since 2022, sharing his passion and expertise with aspiring therapists. His commitment to education reflects in his patient care, as he continues to recommend effective home exercises, leveraging his kinesiology background to enhance recovery and well-being.

With a keen interest in treating temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, Jae is dedicated to expanding his skill set to address a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal issues. His holistic approach to therapy not only alleviates physical discomfort but also promotes overall health and mobility.

Fluent in Korean, Jae values communication and connection with his clients, ensuring a comfortable and understanding environment. An advocate for an active lifestyle, he enjoys engaging in various sports, including golf and soccer in the warmer months and snowboarding during the winter season.

Whether you’re seeking relief from chronic pain, aiming to improve your athletic performance, or looking to enhance your overall health, Jae is committed to guiding you on your journey to wellness with compassion, expertise, and personalized care.

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Ko Un was first introduced to the Pilates training method as part of her own physical therapy regimen. After the birth of her children, she suffered from severe lower back pain and weakness. Strengthening her body with Pilates has been life-changing. Her body has become strong, mobile, and resilient. Discovering Pilates has been a fulfilling experience. She loves to share with clients and empower them to make positive changes in their lives.

She strongly believes that Pilates is the foundation of a balanced life. It lightens our days and opens possibilities. It gives one the passion to maintain a strong, capable, healthy body.

Ko Un has been trained in the STOTT Pilates method. Her repertoire includes: - Matwork - Intermediate Reformer - Intermediate Cadillac - Complete Stability Chair - Complete Spine Corrector - Complete Ladder Barrel - Complete Arc Barrel

Ko Un focuses on her client’s individuality to help them achieve strength, flexibility, and pain-free movement. She is sensitive to varying client needs and limitations and is capable of implementing modifications as necessary. She guides clients of all ages and fitness levels toward their personal growth and achievement. Her teaching style involves bringing an awareness to the mind-body connection, strengthening the core, and improving overall posture. Improved performance, pain relief, and an increased feeling of well-being are some of the training goals she will work to help you achieve.

She instructs in both English and Korean

Outside clinic hours, she enjoys time outdoors exploring with her three children, working out at the gym, playing jazz piano, and spending time on her own Pilates training.

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“Movement is medicine”. Rafal firmly believes that many people who deal with pain can improve their quality of life by simply moving. There are fundamental patterns as humans we should be able to perform. But, in today’s world that we live in, we are set up for failure. Being able to squat, crawl, climb, lunge, push, pull, and of course lifting things off the floor are all movement qualities we used to possess, but quickly lose as we age and become inactive. Rafal trains clients from the ground up. Build the fundamentals first, then challenge the system. The last 14 years of his career, Rafal has seen clients from all walks of life. Weight loss, strength, performance, rehabilitation, you name it. All have different goals and outcomes, but all follow the same training principles for building foundational movement patterns. As a trainer obsessed with helping others who suffer from painful movement, Rafal bridges the gap between rehabilitation and performance. His ultimate goal is to have you moving and feeling better, faster so you can enjoy life and get back to activity. When he’s not in the gym helping clients achieve goals you can find Rafal watching Disney movies on repeat with his wife and 2 year old daughter, and continuously planning their next Disney trip!

Rafal’s Certifications: ● Kinstretch Level II Instructor ● Kinstretch Level I Instructor ● Certified Functional Range Strength Coach ● Certified Functional Range Mobility Specialist ● Certified Functional Release Technique Upper Extremity ● Functional Range Assessment Certified ● Pain Free Performance Specialist ● Pain Free Performance Kettlebell Instructor ● USAW Olympic Weightlifting Strength Coach ● Certified RKC Kettlebell Instructor ● Animal Flow Level 1 Instructor ● Functional Movement Screen Level 1 & 2 Certified ● Stick Mobility Specialist Level 1 ● TPI Level 1 ● Precision Nutrition Coach Level 1 ● DVRT Level 1 ● Rocktape Certified ● IASTM Certified ● Rockpod Cupping Certified

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Renae loves health and wellbeing and was certified as a fitness instructor and personal trainer and also held a diploma in massage. She discovered Pilates when she had suffered lower back pain for a long time. She practiced Pilates and found that it helped which lead her to get certified in Pilates. She loved it so much that she continued her Pilates training in all apparatuses. Renae also has experience working as a Physiotherapist assistance. She is passionate about helping people get their bodies moving and reaching their goals. Renae has 5 children and 4 grandchildren, and loves to stay active and being in nature. She has enjoyed running ever since elementary age and has completed the Sydney Marathon in Australia. She also likes to find great nutritious recipes to cook for her family and reading.

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Sol graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Honours Kinesiology at McGill University, before completing her Masters of Physical Therapy at UBC in 2014.

In her time submerged in the sports world, she was the student therapist for the McGill Martlet Women’s Basketball Team, and was involved in many community teams locally in Surrey.

Sol has her Level I Diploma of Advanced Orthopaedic Manual and Manipulative Therapy, Level I NeuroKinetic Therapy, and is certified to practice IMS (CGIMS) and acupuncture (CAFCI). She also continues to expand her clinical skills by pursuing continued education in vestibular rehabilitation and shoulder rehabilitation.

Outside of physiotherapy, Sol enjoys playing a variety of sports and more often than not you will find her staying active outdoors.

Sol is also fluent in Korean.

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