Ryan’s passion for Physiotherapy began at the age of 15 years old when he ruptured his ACL playing football on the North Shore. He graduated from UBC’s Bachelor of Human Kinetics program in 2008, specializing in Kinesiology & Health Science. He became certified as an Exercise Physiologist from the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology and began working as a personal trainer at UBC’s BodyWorks Fitness Centre-Changing Aging Program. Ryan graduated from UBC’s Master of Physical Therapy program in 2010 and gave the valedictory address. He is also certified by the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute & UBC GunnIMS, offering both acupuncture and dry needling services. Ryan holds a valid Red Cross Sport First Responder Certificate, is a member of Sport Physiotherapy Canada, and has volunteered at numerous local sporting events providing on-site care. Ryan is certified as a Functional Movement Screen practitioner & holds the Advanced Diploma of Manual/Manipulative Physiotherapy. Ryan is a recreational triathlete (2x Ironman Canada) & ultra-distance runner who loves all outdoor sports. Ryan has a special interest in endurance sports, knee inuries, repetitive strains, faulty movement patterns, general conditioning, pre/post-surgical rehabilitation, & chronic pain management.