Alexander is a graduate of both the Fitness & Health promotion program from Algonquon College, as well as the intensive massage therapy program at the International Academy of Massage.

After years of competing in high school and collegiate track & field and Rugby he transitioned to coaching athletes and personal training for the better part of the last decade.

Alexander thrives at getting his patients out of pain and back to what it is they do best, whether that be sport or striving towards functional longevity and ultimately living life happy, healthy and to the fullest.

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Robyn Cross has a long-standing background in movement and physical training. She was a competitive dancer and has been teaching competitive dance for over a decade, holding certifications with the Royal Academy of Dance, Acrobatic Arts, and the British Association of Teachers of Dancing. She is a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Specialist with CanFitPro and has coached at multiple gyms across Ottawa. This experience has allowed her to bring structured strength and conditioning to high-performance dancers, with a focus on injury prevention and developing a healthy relationship with fitness.

Her passion for fitness, health, and wellness, along with years of working closely with bodies in motion, led her back to school to become a Registered Massage Therapist, graduating with honors and an advanced diploma from Algonquin College’s Massage Therapy program. Robyn is excited to be part of Optimize Physio’s collaborative, and client-centred care team, working with people of all activity levels, from young athletes to those seeking support with pain management, recovery, and overall well-being.

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Nic grew up in Ottawa and later moved to Kingston, where he completed his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Certificate in Disabilities and Physical Activity, and Master of Science in Physical Therapy, all at Queen’s University.

Nic’s treatment approach emphasizes comprehensive assessment, manual therapy, patient education, functional movement, and strength training. He focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of dysfunction to help individuals return to the activities that matter most. Passionate about empowering patients, Nic encourages active participation in their recovery and long-term wellness.

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Having obtained a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education degree from Queen’s University, Paul decided to travel overseas to complete his Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland. While overseas, he gained additional experiences working with local soccer and rugby academies.

His passion for rehabilitation, fitness and human performance began through the multiple sports he played growing up in Ottawa. Paul’s main sport of hockey gave him the opportunity to compete at the Junior A level and he has also given back and coached at the minor hockey level. Sports have developed Paul’s special interest in treating athletes of all levels and ages.

He utilizes a combination of functional dry needling, patient education, manual therapy and progressive exercises to help his patients achieve their goals and needs.

Additionally, he has furthered his education with the Titleist Performance Institute to help golfers identify physical limitations and how it can directly correlate to their golf swing.

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Mike grew up in the Ottawa area, and completed an honours BSc in Biology at the University of Ottawa in 2010. He then went on to graduate with a Masters of Physical Therapy at Western University in 2013. He has an extensive background in competitive hockey and soccer, and currently has a passion for strength training and human movement. His style of treatment incorporates best practices from physical therapy and a variety of other movement and strength disciplines. In addition to his manual therapy skills, his treatment emphasizes movement re-education, functional strengthening, and attaining better overall health and fitness.

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BSc, MSc. PT, CSCS

Jenna earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McGill University, where she played varsity soccer and field hockey. Her passion for sports performance and movement therapy during this time inspired her to pursue careers as both a Strength Coach and Physiotherapist.

She went on to complete her Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland. While living abroad, she discovered CrossFit and now works as a Strength Coach at CrossFit 1855.

Movement-based therapy is central to Jenna’s rehabilitation philosophy. She is passionate about helping individuals return to the activities they love, pain-free and performing at their best. Her expertise includes working with fitness enthusiasts, particularly endurance athletes, winter sports athletes, and recreational gym-goers, providing them with the tools and confidence to pursue their passions. Jenna also enjoys empowering individuals of all fitness levels—from beginners to elite athletes—by teaching them how to train efficiently and sustainably to keep doing what they love for years to come.

Certifications

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
• Functional Dry Needling Certified
• Level One SHIFT Concussion Management
• Certified with The Running Clinic (Lower limb injuries)

BSc, MSc. PT, CSCS Jenna earned her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from McGill University, w... Read More