ALWAYS THRIVE

Robin is a Certified Exercise Physiologist with 20 years training experience and has expertise in chronic disease management. Robin is certified in RAPID Neurofascial Release treatments which beautifully complement her training teachings as she can help her clients through the acute and long term pain rehab processes.

Kayla joined the team in 2023 after completing her degree at the University of Alberta. She really enjoys helping people achieve whatever goals they may have.  

Jordan graduated from Red Deer College in 2019 with a diploma in Health and Fitness. 

He has a passion for being active and has over 10 years of martial arts training.

Robyn runs our HIIT program and does some personal training around her busy job as a Peace Officer in our community. 

Jennifer is an enthusiast for health and fitness.  After competing in Ladies bikini in 2012, she went on to follow her passion for wellness to be a RMT. She also moonlights as a b. class and yoga fitness instructor in the evening hours! She is energetic and very knowledgeable on the human body which makes for a great combination in a fitness leader! 

In 2024, Korall joined our team after moving from Edmonton. Her career began as a chiropractic assistant before evolving into a manager of a wellness facility in the city. She has experience working at our local school helping students with varying needs succeed in their education. She comes to us with a deep knowledge of health sciences and human movement and we certainly hope she enjoys our little community enough to stay!

Chelsey is a co-owner in Swell Physiotherapy which has operated in Thrive 360 since 2023. She was raised in Stettler and returned home after she completed her PhD from the University of Melbourne in Australia. 

Chelsey enjoys implementing Pilates practices into her clinical approach and specializes in vertigo treatments 

Nick is a co-owner of Swell Physiotherapy. After completing his PhD at the University of Melbourne in Australia he has come back to Alberta to continue his practice. 

In addition to traditional physiotherapy practices, Nick is certified through Titleist to provide comprehensive golf swing analysis. 

Dr. Mackinnon joins us with not only a wealth of knowledge and education in human chiropractic's but also in animal realignment practices. In her free time helps out around Spirit's Respite Ranch, sharing her love of animals with the ranch's special visitors.  

With experience working with children, adults, and individuals with special needs, I employ an integrative therapy approach, drawing on techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, and Art Therapy. My passion lies in providing early interventions for children and youth, helping them navigate life's challenges and set the foundation for a thriving adulthood. 

My professional journey has equipped me with valuable experience in working with individuals aged 16 and above, addressing a spectrum of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress management, and self-esteem and self-worth. I find immense satisfaction in assisting individuals in navigating these challenges and fostering positive change in their lives.

I have spent the past five years supporting children and adults in both crisis and therapeutic settings.

I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s many challenges. My goal is to support clients in building self-awareness, developing effective coping strategies, and making meaningful changes that promote long-term well-being.

​Kadence joined us as a high school student in 2024. She has been coming to the gym with her parents since she was little. Kadence is an active member on our local volleyball teams, but spends her free time help[ing keep our operation running smoothly and keeping the space clean! She will be graduating soon and we know that means she will be leaving us eventually, but we are also excited to see where she will go!

Lori is a nurse by trade but in her free time she joins us to teach some yoga classes. Lori is a devoted yoga instructor, offering a wide range of different yoga classes. She is an encouraging and motivational instructor who fosters a welcoming class environment for any stage of “yogi”. She enjoys spending time outdoors and with her family in her free time. She loves yoga so much she even takes classes while on her travels all over the world!

​Sara is our early morning, get up and move it lady. Her high energy classes, first thing in the morning are a great way to start the day. Even if you aren’t a morning person, her energy is bound to make you one eventually. In her free time she can be found at different sporting events cheering her daughters on!

​Andrea joins us with lots of passion and understanding in regards to yoga practices. Andrea battled cancer and won and is a true inspiration when it comes to how active she continues to be despite all of the challenges she faced. Her teaching encourages deep mind-body connection, ensuring you will have a great yoga experience. She does leave us for periods in the winter to spend time in Arizona, but who can blame her!

Michaela is a quiet, gentle soul that provides a safe space for the kids in our programs to learn and explore. She often brings her own children along as well, which means she is literally taking care of your kids in the same way she would her own. Michaela’s kindness can be felt as soon as you enter the room and we are very thankful to have her and her kids around!

​Faith joins us as much as she is able to between her university studies and other jobs around the community. Faith has much experience supporting youth from her time with HYC and other social service jobs. She is passionate about the community and the people in it. She is often seen with her adorable dachshund “Fern”.  

​Shawna is our evening smiling face behind the computer. Her experience in customer services ranges across lots of different career paths and we are very thankful she has chosen us to share her wisdom and experience with. Between her cheering on her daughter at rodeos and silently encouraging her son at golf, we are happy to have her dedicate some of her time to us as well.

​Braydon comes to us from the West Coast. After a long football career which he completed with the VI Raiders Jr Team he continued to pursue his passion for fitness by completing his ISSA Personal Training Certification. His football career involved a couple major injuries, so he understands the importance of prevention and proper exercise protocols to help his clients be as successful as possible.