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Anne received her Post-Bachelor Certificate in Athletic Therapy on the President’s Honor Roll from Mount Royal University in the spring of 2022. Prior to the Athletic Therapy program, Anne completed a Bachelor of Kinesiology with Distinction and a minor in Dance from the University of Calgary.

Outside of Athletic Therapy, Anne is heavily involved in the dance and marching arts communities. Most currently Anne is a dancer with Ballet Bodies YYC, a local adult ballet company. Additionally, Anne instructs movement and dance for the Calgary Stampede Showband, a group of 160 youth who perform marching band field shows at various venues across North America.

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If you’re stuck with a nagging injury that won’t go away, frustrated with one-size-fits-all rehab, or tired of passive treatments, you’re in the right place!

Kayla is a Certified Athletic Therapist born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, dedicated to helping individuals overcome pain, restore movement, and return to the activities they love. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education, majoring in Athletic Therapy, from Mount Royal University.

Kayla currently works with the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) with the on-ice officials, supporting them at major international events, including the World Juniors, Men’s World Championships, and most recently, the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. She is also involved with various community sports as well as Hockey Alberta, Team Alberta and Team Canada Ball Hockey, supporting athletes at several events.

Her treatment approach goes beyond temporary relief. Kayla focuses on identifying the underlying cause of injury by assessing movement patterns, the kinetic chain, and neuromuscular dysfunction—understanding that the body operates as a fully connected system. She prioritizes active, movement-based rehabilitation to help clients build strength, resilience, and long-term results.

In Kayla’s free time she loves to travel, go outdoors hiking or camping, pilates, train for Ironman’s and play the occasional beer league hockey game!

Whether you’re dealing with a persistent injury, aiming to return to sport, or simply want to move pain-free in everyday life, Kayla provides personalized, one-on-one care designed to help you perform and feel your best.

Certifications:

• Certified Athletic Therapist CAT(C)

• Sport First Responder and BLS

• Neuromuscular reconditioning

Contact: kayla@absoluteathletictherapy.com

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Dawn Henley is a Certified Athletic Therapist with a passion for helping individuals achieve their goals in sport, work, and daily life. Her interest in athletic therapy began during her undergraduate studies in Kinesiology at the University of the Fraser Valley, where a personal injury introduced her to the rehabilitation process. As a student trainer with the Cascades varsity women’s basketball team, she gained four years of hands-on experience, traveling across Canada and internationally to India, which solidified her commitment to the profession.

Following her undergraduate degree, Dawn completed the Post-Bachelor Athletic Therapy program at Mount Royal University. There she expanded her clinical and fieldwork expertise, developing an adaptable treatment style tailored to each client’s needs. Her approach emphasizes individualized rehabilitation plans that support pain reduction, improved mobility, and a safe return to activity or sport.

Outside of her professional work, Dawn is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, swimming, and running. Originally from a small town in British Columbia, she continues to carry her love of the outdoors into her daily life, often training for races or spending time outside with her dog.

Certifications:

B. Kin, Specialization in Exercise Science

CAT(C) – Certified Athletic Therapist

Sport First Responder

BLS

Contact: dawn@absoluteathletictherapy.com

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Simon graduated from Mount Royal University with a Degree in Health and Physical Education majoring in Athletic Therapy. After sustaining an ACL tear in his Junior hockey career, Simon knew that he wanted to help others recover from injuries and see them get back to what the love to do whether it be sports, recreational activities or simply their day to day lifestyles. Simon has worked with various sports ranging between youth, collegiate and professionals. During his time at Mount Royal, Simon worked with the University of Calgary Men’s basketball team, the Saskatchewan Roughriders, and the SAIT Men’s hockey team and he now works with various community sports in Calgary including volleyball, lacrosse, rugby and football. Simon takes a functional approach to rehabilitation and aims to correct movement dysfunction looking at the interconnectedness of the body. He belives that you should have control over your own rehab and will set you up with the knowledge and exercises to get back to the activities you love.

In his spare time simon enjoys playing a variety of sports including hockey, golf, slow pitch, and ironman training. He also enjoys spending time in the mountains hiking and fly fishing.

Certifications:

Bachelors of Health and Physical Education in Athletic Therapy

CAT(C) – Certified Athletic Therapist

Sport First Responder

Contact: simon@absoluteathletictherapy.com

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Chris Linder is a Certified Athletic Therapist dedicated to helping clients return to the activities they love, free from pain, and perform at their best. He guides each individual through a structured process of assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and exercise prescription, creating sustainable plans that emphasize both recovery and long-term performance. With a coaching-focused approach, Chris educates and supports clients throughout every stage of rehabilitation and training.

An athlete himself, Chris understands the challenges of injury, having overcome many of his own. He is a competitive mountain biker, coach, and founder of Alpine MTB Training. His active lifestyle extends beyond cycling to include hockey, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and hiking, all of which keep him connected to the pursuit of lifelong fitness and adventure.

Chris has extensive experience working with athletes across multiple levels and sports, including professional and national programs. His background includes work with the Calgary Flames, Abbotsford Heat, Minnesota Wild, Canadian National U18 Hockey Team, University of Calgary Dinos, Soo Greyhounds (OHL), Prince George Cougars (WHL), and Edmonton Cracker Cats (professional baseball).

Certifications:

B.Sc. Exercise Science

CAT(C) – Certified Athletic Therapist

Sport First Responder

Performance Enhancement Specialist – NASM

Functional Movement Screen

Soft Tissue Release

Mulligan Mobilizations with Movement

Visceral Mobilization

Precision Nutrition – Nutrition Coach

Contact: chris@absoluteathletictherapy.com

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Emma’s athletic therapy journey began in her final year of high school when she saw an Athletic Therapist work at one of our football games. She was inspired! Emma has always felt driven towards helping others, and has always had a love for sports; the combination of these two drew her toward pursuing Athletic Therapy as a career! As a previous and current athlete, Emma understands the emotional rollercoaster that musculoskeletal injuries can be. As a practitioner, Emma loves working with patients to find the root cause of their signs and symptoms. Emma then creates treatment and rehab plans to help them get back to what they love. Emma’s goal as an Athletic Therapist is to create meaningful relationships with her patients, working together to help them achieve their health and fitness goals.

Emma attended Mount Royal University, graduating in the class of 2025 with a double major in Athletic Therapy and Physical Literacy within the Bachelor of Health and Physical Education. After graduation and passing the Athletic Therapy National Certification exam, Emma jumped into field work immediately, signing on with football, hockey and doing neuromuscular training with basketball athletes.

In Emma’s free time, she has a huge love for the arts. She’s been a dance teacher for the past 7 years, and continues to teach teen hip hop at Pulse Studios as well as continue to dance herself. Emma also enjoys singing, reading, and spending time outdoors!

Contact: emma@absoluteathletictherapy.com

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Terra Sergeant is a Certified Athletic Therapist whose practice emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and building strong relationships with clients and the broader community. With a unique background that bridges dentistry and athletic therapy, Terra brings a specialized focus to the treatment of head, neck, and TMJ-related pain and dysfunction, working closely with local dentists and dental surgeons to provide integrated care.

Before pursuing athletic therapy, Terra worked extensively in the dental field, gaining experience in general dentistry, sports dentistry, TMJ care, and oral surgery. This foundation, combined with her expertise in rehabilitation and performance, allows her to deliver a distinctive and holistic approach to client care.

Based in Calgary, Terra finds inspiration in the surrounding mountains and waterways. She is an avid trail runner, backpacker, paddler, and dragon boater, and integrates these passions into her practice. As a Certified Running Coach, she develops individualized training and rehabilitation programs for runners of all levels, from casual joggers to ultra-marathoners, blending exercise-based rehab, manual therapy, and performance strategies.

Terra is committed to supporting a diverse client base and approaches each case collaboratively, addressing challenges from head to toe with a focus on long-term health and performance.

To contact Terra email: terra@absoluteathletictherapy.com

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