Melanie is a Level 2 Fascial Stretch Therapist focusing on recovery and injury prevention. Before building her practice at Crash Conditioning Ltd. & Coalition Performance Care, Melanie practiced Massage Therapy in Edmonton and is certified in Joga (yoga for athletes).

Melanie is passionate about helping others excel and feel their best in both life and during physical activity/sport. Due to her personal active lifestyle and competitive nature, she is fascinated by human movement and more specifically, how to move better and strive to perform at a higher level.

Melanie also has a background in Office Administration and as a past Director of the Hearts for Healthcare Foundation and the fundraising coordinator for Hearts for Hospital. These roles have provided her experience in organization, teamwork, event planning and marketing with the goal to benefit our Healthcare system.

Melanie is constantly beaming with good energy. Her dynamic and friendly personality combined with her love of human health and wellness help foster her connection with her clients.

Melanie is a Level 2 Fascial Stretch Therapist focusing on recovery and injury prevention. Before... Read More

Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Michael always found himself involved in sports including boxing, football, swimming, and a variety of martial arts. After having an engine fall on his hand in a mechanics class, Michael saw first-hand the many practical and rehabilitative effects massage therapy could have on one’s physical health. It was due to this life-changing experience that Michael became interested in health and wellness, anatomy and physiology. He launched his career in 2007 after graduating from Foothills College and furthered his education at MaKami College (class of 2013). He also had the privilege of a five-year teaching career at MaKami College, initially as a tutor and then as a lead instructor. His love for learning has given him the ongoing opportunity to hone his skills and offer high-quality rehab and healing techniques. He enjoys practicing primarily in clinic-based settings, specializing in trauma from motor vehicle accidents and catering to amateur and professional athletes with specific injuries. Michael is now thrilled to collaborate with the team at Coalition Performance Care.

Beyond his professional endeavours, Michael finds enjoyment from fitness activities, mud runs, and embracing outdoor adventures. Central to his life are the cherished moments spent with his beloved wife and three children.

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Meet Michael (Mike) Diolata, our resident SHOCKassage and Massage Therapist. With 22 years of practice and good standing with the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada, his wealth of experience and knowledge is an asset to his clients and allied healthcare professionals.

It is Michael’s mission to continually elevate his practice so he may provide the best possible care for his patients. He has actively sought extended training in myofacial stretching, active release therapy, kinesiology taping and radial shockwave therapy. With his unique approach integrating his personal manual techniques and shockwave therapy, Michael has created, SHOCKassage.

SHOCKassage has been proven effective for alleviating both chronic and acute ailments to many who have lost hope. Long lasting, immediate results have been experienced by patients. SHOCKassage empowers patients towards pain free and functional movement.

Over the years Michael has worked with Olympians, CrossFit athletes, mixed martial artists, swimmers, track and field athletes, gymnasts, Alberta ballet and hip hop dancers.

When not in his clinical environment, you will find Michael enjoying different activities such as breakdancing, house dancing, martial arts, gymnastics, parkour, One Wheeling , motocross, and mountain biking, to name a few. For Michael, movement is life and giving this gift to his patients is what speaks to his vision of practice.

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Cassie (Cass) Downe completed her Masters in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2016. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario with a strong focus in both exercise physiology and sport psychology. Being a former CIS varsity volleyball athlete and current volleyball coach with the DINOS junior volleyball program, she has comprehensive first-hand experience with sport injuries and the rehabilitation required to return to an optimal level of function. Additionally, she has significant experience treating city of Calgary’s first responders. As a result, she understands the unusual stressors required to perform optimally for individuals working in this environment.

Her interests include a combination of motor control and hands on manual therapy, while prescribing appropriate therapeutic exercise that addresses the root or core issues. Cass is passionate about problem solving and ensuring the issue at hand is being assessed and treated thoroughly, not simply chasing symptoms. Cass is passionate about collaborating with other healthcare and performance professionals to ensure that her patient’s treatment goals are met during their time together. She has been certified in dry needling and spinal manipulation, in addition to gait analysis/re-training and blood flow restriction training. She has extensive education surrounding lower limb mechanics (hip, ankle and foot pathologies) in addition to shoulder specific and upper limb injuries.

Outside of work, Cass can be found partaking in a wide variety of activities. Her time off is spent in the mountains either hiking, mountain biking and back country skiing, or out in the country skeet shooting, bird hunting and fishing. In the city she actively participates in various volleyball leagues, coaches club volleyball and sits on the board of directors for the DINOS volleyball club.

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Kelsey graduated with a Masters of Physiotherapy from Queen’s University (Kingston, ON) in 2017 after completing a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours) at Dalhousie University (Halifax, NS) in 2015. After a few years of practicing as a physiotherapist in Ottawa, Kelsey moved to Calgary in early 2020.

No matter her client’s age or activity level, Kelsey is committed to practicing in a way that emphasizes individualized, direct hands-on care, and education. As a firm believer in evidence-based practice, Kelsey ensures that the treatments she provides are both safe and effective for her client’s needs and goals.

With her orthopaedic skills and extensive post-graduate training in pelvic health, Kelsey has the ability to treat her clients from tip to toe, inside and out. Kelsey has a particular interest in and passion for treating everything related to the pelvic girdle and works closely with clients who may be experiencing pain, sexual dysfunction, and/or bowel and bladder concerns. She also has the pleasure of working with individuals to address concerns related to pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and surgical rehabilitation (ex. post gender affirmation surgery, post pelvic cancer surgery).

Kelsey aims to empower her clients with the tools and skills required to take complete control over their physical well-being and is dedicated to creating a safe space for people to talk openly about their health concerns.

When she’s not in the clinic, Kelsey works as a pelvic-health lab instructor, assisting other physiotherapists develop the skills and tools required to conduct pelvic health assessments and treatments. As a former high-level athlete, Kelsey loves finding new ways to stay active. She can often be found exploring the mountains, failing at ball sports, and asking to pet strangers’ dogs.

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Please be advised that Tisha is currently travelling and working with the Norco Factory Team (downhill mountain biking) in France and Spain. She will be returning to Coalition on September 13, 2024. Please contact us if you wish to see one of Tisha’s colleagues while she is away and we would be happy to get you in! hello@coalitioncalgary.ca

Tisha grew up in Calgary and relocated to Perth, Western Australia to complete her Masters of Clinical Physiotherapy at Curtin University in 2011. After working with the Australian National Women’s Rugby team at the Rugby World Cup in 2014, she returned to Canada to pursue a career in private practice. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. Tisha has spent time as a volunteer ski patrol, has worked on sport sidelines as a first responder, and travelled to the Olympics as a first aid volunteer in Whistler. She grew up playing a multitude of sports culminating in an invaluable understanding of the biomechanics and physical requirements involved in each.

Tisha’s goal is to restore the health of every person she treats. She strives to understand each individual’s needs and listens intently to ensure the best care. Tisha believes in educating, enabling and encouraging each and every patient. She is honest to admit that she can’t always make your health perfect, but her commitment to her patients ensures that she will exhaust every option using inter-disciplinary care in the pursuit of a pain free life.

When she’s not treating, Tisha moonlights as an instructor for dry needling, teaching other physiotherapists and chiropractors. She spends her time-off exploring her own backyard on backcountry skis and mountain bikes. She has played decades of volleyball and soccer, loves golf, dabbles in many racket sports and just generally likes to be active.

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Karyn grew up near Edmonton but has called Calgary home for the majority of last 25 years, where she now lives with her husband and two teenage sons. She started her career as a physical therapist in Calgary before relocating to Brisbaine, Australia to complete her Masters Degree in Physiotherapy at Queensland University in 2000. She returned to Calgary after her Masters program and subsequently undertook temporary relocations to London, England in 2002 and Loveland, Colorado in 2009, where she continued to practice as a physical therapist and enjoyed working with a wide range of patient groups. Karyn has spent over 25 years practicing as a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. She is a certified Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) practitioner and a fellow of the Canadian Association of Manipulative Therapists.

Karyn uses her specialized skills and training in manual therapy, intramuscular stimulation/trigger point dry needling and functional movement to help her patients return to their activities and the life they want to lead as quickly and effectively as possible. Whether she is working with an elite athlete, a weekend warrior, or a patient with complex/chronic pain, Karyn is continually inspired to challenge herself to provide effective solutions that allow her patients to be pain free and to reach their full potential.

Outside of the clinic, Karyn has a passion for sharing her knowledge and expertise in dry needling with other physiotherapists and chiropractors. She has instructed dry needling courses for more than 10 years and in 2017 she founded On Point Needling, a Canadian owned teaching company that offers training courses throughout Canada. Karyn spends much of her spare time in the Columbia Valley, pursuing her love of skiing, mountain biking and paddle boarding with her family and friends.

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Mac grew up in Toronto, Ontario, where his passion for sports began. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology with a specialization in Sport and Human Performance from Wilfrid Laurier University and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. He is certified in Integrated Needling, Complete Concussion Management, and Athletic Taping.

His passion for sports extends to his professional work. Having grown up playing lacrosse, rugby, football, and hockey. Mac played lacrosse at the national level as well as in the Arena Lacrosse League. He has served as a sideline trainer for Wilfrid Laurier University’s men’s and women’s rugby teams, as well as for Rugby Ontario.

Mac works with clients of all ages and activity levels, providing sports therapy and injury management for those seeking to maintain their recreational activities or pursue competitive goals.

In his personal time, Mac enjoys skiing, weightlifting, finding new recipes and restaurants, as well as spending time outdoors.

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Gordon’s background in Massage Therapy began during his academic career where he graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences in 2013. He was keen on understanding human anatomy and physiology in sports performance which led to his pursuit in Strength and Conditioning. Shortly after graduating, Gordon challenged the NSCA exam and received his certification in Strength and Conditioning where he began his career as a Competitive Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Coach.

Noticing that there was a shift emerging in encouraging athlete health and longevity as well as implementing more research-backed training, Gordon wanted to fortify this education towards athletes, coaches, and parents. In 2018, Gordon enrolled at CDI College where he completed his 2400hr Registered Massage Therapy education with the goal of providing evidence-based care to athletes working towards injury prevention and management.

Since then, he continues to coach gymnastics while building a diverse clientele of athletes and active indivuals of all backgrounds and ages. Focusing primarily on Clinical Massage Therapy, Gordon aims to improve or restore functional movement through neuromuscular stretching techniques, manual therapy and loaded mobility.

Outside of practicing and coaching, Gordon loves spending time outdoors. During his days off you will typically find him at the local climbing gym or at the nearby dog park with his Mini Aussie, Stella

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Dr. Amy holds a Bachelor of Science and Human Kinetics degree with Honours from St. Francis Xavier University. She was an Academic All-Canadian and CIS athlete for the St.FX Women’s Soccer Team. She then graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) obtaining her Doctor of Chiropractic Degree with Clinic Honours. Amy also attended McMaster University and received her certification in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture. She is a Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms) and has completed certifications in Active Release Technique (ART), Graston, Complete Concussion Management, OnPoint Dry Needling and Athletic Movement Assessment (AMA - Lower).

Amy works with clients of all ages and activity levels but also has experience providing sports therapy and injury management to an array of different student, professional and Canadian National Team athletes. She is particularly passionate in enhancing youth athlete development and performance at all skill levels.

Community involvement and connection is something Amy allocates a significant amount of energy towards. She is the current Medical Director of ELEV8 Lacrosse along with Performance Director at YYC and YEG Cycle.

Amy has also travelled the world working as a Para-Medical Therapist and past Para-Medical Lead for Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton. She has attended many World Cup events and had the privilege to provide therapy to the Canadian National Bobsleigh and Skeleton athletes at the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games.

In her spare time, Amy enjoys spending time in the mountains, skiing, hiking, mountain biking and golfing with family and friends. Ask her what book she is currently reading, she would love to chat about it.

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Dr. Blair grew up near Victoria, BC where he was involved in multiple sports with a particular passion for hockey. He holds a Bachelor of Human Kinetics degree with Honours from Trinity Western University. While there, he was a member and captain of the varsity men’s hockey team. He then went on to complete his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) graduating with Summa Cum Laude honours. He also received his Contemporary Medical Acupuncture certificate from McMaster University.

Blair enjoys furthering his education and is a Complete Concussion Management practitioner, obtained his Emergency First Responder certificate and is currently completing his Contemporary Medical Acupuncture training from McMaster University.

Blair is new to Calgary but has already begun getting involved in the community along with other members of the Coalition team providing sideline assistance for ELEV8 Lacrosse and the National Beach Volleyball League. Blair’s focus is his patient’s needs and goals with emphasis on being empathetic and understanding their concerns so he can best provide individualized care. He is excited to continue to get more involved with the Calgary community.

In his spare time, Blair loves to hang out with his friends and family, golf, play hockey, talk sports and is always up for an outdoor adventure.

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From an early age, Alex Quinn’s intrigue of the human body was overwhelming. Knowing she had to satiate this yearning to understand, she studied the mind and brain first, attaining a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. During this time, she was fortunate to play 5 years of CIS volleyball and vied for 2 Canadian National Championships.

Alex’s next endeavor led her to Massage Therapy where she spent 9 years practicing various soft tissue therapies on many physical manifestations from postural misalignments to injury. Her latest pursuit of knowledge brought her to Osteopathic Therapy, a discipline founded on treating holistically, and identifying and removing blockages to healthy body flow. Even before starting Massage Therapy school, Alex knew she wanted to study Osteopathic Therapy. Having recently graduated from the program at the Manual Osteopathic College of Canada, she continues to be amazed by the healing potential of the human body. Her drive and excitement comes from helping people rediscover the occasional elusive sensations of health and wellness we all possess.

It is with much gratitude and determination that Alex takes all she has learned, all she has experienced, and shares it through practice and teaching to help anyone who walks through her door.

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Dr. Hayes has a focus in sports health and performance. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Lethbridge in Exercise Science before completing his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer West College of Chiropractic in California.

Hayes has been recognized by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians to be trained as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP). He has completed certifications in Functional Integrative Acupuncture certificate (FIA), Selective Functional Movement Assessments (SFMA) and Active Release Technique (ART). Hayes’ educational background and experience in the industry has allowed him the privilege of working with many youth, amateur, and professional athletes, along with those who strive to maintain an active lifestyle.

Hayes has travelled internationally with the Canadian National Bobsleigh and Skeleton Team to many events, including the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

Being native to Calgary, Hayes loves being able to use his skills to help people in his community. In his spare time, Hayes enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and son, playing hockey and getting outdoors.

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Rachel was born and raised in Calgary and completed a Bachelor of Science with a major in Mind Sciences at the University of Calgary. While completing her degree, she played on the University of Calgary Dinos volleyball team for five years, securing a Canada West Championship in 2018 and competing in three U Sports National Championships. After graduation, Rachel applied her expertise at a high-performance training center, excelling as a personal trainer and volleyball coach.

While being immersed in elite sports Rachel recognized the crucial role that injury prevention and recovery play in enhancing athletes’ well-being and longevity. This motivated her to complete a Master’s of Science in Physiotherapy at McMaster University with a focus in orthopedic injuries.

Rachel values a client-centered approach to physiotherapy, dedicating time during each client’s first appointment to collaboratively set goals and develop individualized treatment plans. Her approach combines education, exercise, motor control retraining, and manual therapy. Passionate about addressing the root cause of injuries, she develops specific exercise programs to prevent recurrence. Rachel enjoys working with individuals of all ages and activity levels. By understanding each client’s unique needs, she builds connections that empower them to reach their physical potential and independently manage their injuries and overall health.

In her free time, Rachel can be found somewhere in the mountains—hiking, backpacking, skiing, or running. When in the city, she is often coaching or playing volleyball.

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Dr. Justin specializes in optimal health performance. Graduating with a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine from Palmer West College of Chiropractic in California, he received the Palmer West Clinical Excellence and Virgil V. Strang Chiropractic Philosophy awards.

Justin is a Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (FRCms), Functional Range Release Practitioner (FR) and has completed certifications in Active Release Technique (ART), Graston and has complete training in all Rocktape Education inclusive of Movement and Mobility Specialist. Justin has an advanced certification from the International College of Applied Kinesiology and is a HEROIC Life Coach.

Privileged to be an Instructor for Rocktape, he teaches world leading movement education to health practitioners across Canada. Justin consults as a Health Performance Coach for TV celebrities, provides para-medical therapy for the Canadian National Bobsleigh and Skeleton teams and is a lifestyle legacy ambassador for Lululemon.

With his love for learning and teaching, Justin is committed to empowering and inspiring his community to live, love and move optimally. Complementary to clinical practice Justin innovated and currently instructs ROLLAX where myofascial self therapy, movement and mindfulness training strategies are shared in a playful, engaging therapeutic educational experience.

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Dr. Ainsley began her academic career at the University of Toronto, where she graduated with a Bachelors of Kinesiology. There, while balancing a full course load, she helped the Varsity Blues Water Polo Team to a national championship title. Dr. Ainsley then moved to the Bay Area of Northern California where she completed her Chiropractic degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic - West, where she focused on Sports Chiropractic and the intricate aspects of human movement. She finished her Palmer academics graduating Suma Cum Laud as the Salutatorian of her class and was awarded the Presidential Scholar award.

Having won a national championship, Dr. Ainsley has a thorough understanding of the physical requirements of the human body as a high-level athlete. She is no stranger to sports injuries and the work it takes to come back from them. First and foremost, she believes in an active, movement-based lifestyle, and emphasizes the importance of injury prevention. With each patient she strives to take an individualized treatment approach that focuses on getting to the root of the problem. In doing so, Dr. Ainsley can ensure that her patients can return to athletics and activity feeling and performing at their best.

Dr. Ainsley’s treatments include spinal manipulation therapy, soft tissue therapy, individualized rehab programs and most importantly education to empower her patients to reach their movement goals. Dr. Ainsley has completed additional certifications with the Titleist Performance Institute Medical tract (TPI Medical 2), Selective Functional Movement Assessments (SFMA), Complete Concussion Management (CCMI), and FAKTR Rehab Systems. In addition, Dr. Ainsley attended McMaster University where she received her certification in Contemporary Medical Acupuncture.

Growing up in Calgary, movement and the outdoors have always been an important part of Dr. Ainsley’s life. During her free time, you will likely find her practicing her golf game, snowboarding in Whitefish, or hiking in Kananaskis with her friends and family.

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