Welcome to Stretchlab Winnipeg Seasons

Shelly is a Certified Personal Trainer through ISSA. She's also one of the only Level 1 Certified Animal Flow Instructors in MB. She's helped multiple individuals achieve their wellness goals while ensuring they are injury free. She specializes in strength and mobility training. Shelly stays on top of her own fitness goals so she can continue to enjoy playing with her dog and hiking in the mountains on her time off.

Being active and coaching is my passion! I played every sport growing up and spent 2 years playing hockey and softball at a JR College in MN, and then another 3 years playing hockey at the University of Manitoba while I earned my Bachelor of Kinesiology Degree. During all my years of competition I sustained numerous injuries and quickly realized how important stretching and being in tune with your body is! I love helping people realize what they are capable of, it is never too late to learn something new! In my free time I coach and play hockey in the winter and in the summer if I’m not at the rink you can find me walking my Bernese Mountain Puppy, Taco, at the ball diamonds or on the golf course!

Jasper is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS-NSCA), completing his Master of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Manitoba. His research focuses on exercise-induced skeletal muscle adaptations. Beyond the academic pursuit, having lived and worked in multiple countries and industries gives Jasper a unique appreciation of how cultural, occupational, and personal variables may influence an individual’s perception of fitness and wellness. At leisure, slowing down and cooking is his favorite thing to do.

Joseph is a graduate from the University of Manitoba with a bachelors in Kinesiology in Athletic Therapy. Joseph has worked in many athletic therapy clinics which has allowed him to focus on what clients truly need and how he can best center his care to the goals of his clients. He has notably worked with the UM Bison Men’s Basketball Team along with the Winnipeg Jets. Joseph’s favorite activity in his spare time is building gaming computers, and to counter-act all that sitting he enjoys hiking especially when out of province and on vacation. Joseph’s goal is to help people get to where they want to be in life in terms of physical health and well-being!

Nicole has been working as a personal trainer for the past two years. She has a Kinesiology degree and is certified through the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology. She has experience working with individuals ages 16-87. Her goal is to help others to move their bodies more and to do it easier and more efficiently by improving their strength and mobility. Nicole loves working out and hanging out with her dog. Her personal goal is to become the best version of herself physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

*Certified Athletic Therapist* Bonnie has an injury rehab background. She has worked as a trainer with university sports teams and in various rehab clinics across southern Manitoba. Known for trying new things and wanting a challenge, she is currently training for her first-ever marathon in fall 2023. After working through her own injuries and helping others through their rehab journeys. Bonnie has joined the StretchLab community to help others reduce their risk of injury and encourage people to understand the needs of their own unique body.

Sarah is a graduate from the University of Manitoba with a bachelors degree in Kinesiology majoring in Athletic therapy. She has worked with many athletes in both the clinic and the on the field. Sarah loves to read and pursue new hobbies every week. She is also known for making the BEST meat pies! Sarah enjoys swimming and recently got into boxing. Sarah’s goal is to raise awareness about the benefits of stretching and getting people up and doing what they love!

*Certified Athletic Therapist* Abigail is a graduate of the University of Manitoba with a Kinesiology degree, majoring in Athletic Therapy. She has worked in a few clinics in the city as well as with various sports teams during her years at university. Abigail enjoys staying active in her free time, and this includes going for runs, hiking or playing volleyball. She is currently coaching volleyball and also working as an AT with the Fort Garry Twins in the MMJHL. Abigail believes that movement is medicine, and her goal is to encourage people to get active while helping to reduce their risk of injury.

*Certified Athletic Therapist* Ty is a graduate of the University of Manitoba with a bachelors in Kinesiology. He has experience working with various teams including the Bison Men’s Hockey Team, Winnipeg Jets, Dauphin Kings and most recently the Winnipeg Goldeyes. He keeps active playing hockey and golf. He’s looking forward to meeting new people and helping them on their wellness journey to reach their goals.

*Certified Athletic Therapist* Jessica is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg with a Bachelors in Science. She has experience working in clinics throughout the city. She works with a wide variety of patients including first responders, lash technicians, people in the workforce, athletes, people recovering from car accidents, servers, and anyone who is looking to improve their daily quality of life. Jessica keeps active playing slo-pitch and home workouts . She is looking forward to meeting new people and helping them on their journey to achieve their goals.

"Growing up, I didn’t participate in any physical activity or even know the benefits until I moved to Canada couple years ago and that peaked my interest in Kinesiology. Through the course of the completion of my degree, I have done some strength training and seen the immense benefits of being physically active. However, I had to learn the benefits of stretching the hard way when I started coming down with a lot of body aches. My passion is to help every other person out there, to make activities of daily living easier and work hand in hand with you towards achieving your mobility goals."

Autumn is a graduate from the University of Manitoba with a Bachelor’s of Kinesiology and minor in Indigenous Studies. They are currently completing their second degree in the Faculty of Education as part of the senior years stream. Autumn strongly believes that movement is medicine and hopes to have a long fulfilling career has a physical education teacher. Autumn is a current member of the Bisons Women’s Basketball team. Where she has gotten the opportunity to travel and play basketball across the country; two things that they love doing. On top of being an athlete Autumn spends her time with her animals, their family, being outdoors, and making art. Autumn is excited for this adventure with the StretchLab team and cannot wait to welcome and work with the many different people that walk through our doors.

Julia is a graduate from the University of Manitoba with a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Aging. She wants to make sure you get the most out of your stretch; always checking in and ensuring you aren't in pain. Julia is known as a Mac and Cheese Enthusiast and master of making pizza dough (with her signature being a mac and cheese pizza). In her free time, you can find Julia baking, at the gym, playing games, and cuddling with her dog on the couch.

Kristie Sidwall is a daily movement devotee. She trained professionally in modern dance with the School of Contemporary Dancers and has her BA from the University of Winnipeg with a major in dance. She is a certified Progression Ballet Technique instructor and Expression Movement Facilitator. Kristie is currently the Artistic Director and one of the founders of Genesis School of Dance. She is also the Founder and Director of Surfacing, a pre-professional dance & theology program of GSOD. On her spare time, she enjoys volunteering at Concordia Place by contributing to the care of their patients. She also keeps herself healthy by going to the gym, stretching, walking her dog, dancing with Prairie Dancers and loving her family and friends. Kristie is passionate about helping people meet their highest personal potential. Promoting health and wellness in every area of life. She is thrilled to be apart of the Stretchlab Team! She can not wait to meet you and to help you reach your goals!

Daniel is a 34 year old from South Africa who is passionate about the human body, athletic performance, reducing pain and connecting with people. A father of two boys and husband to a Winnipeg wife, they spent 7 years in South Africa and immigrated back to Canada in 2021. Daniel has played sports from a young age having competed at district and provincial level for multiple disciplines and representing South Africa in the Olympic Swimming Squad from age 17-20. With an extensive background in performance, strength conditioning, holistic health coaching and massage techniques, Daniel is very excited to be part of the StretchLab team and be your Flexologist.