OUR KINESIOLOGISTS

Dan grew up in Pasadena, Newfoundland just a short walk away from the local baseball field and basketball court. His passion for sports and athletics was evident from a young age, playing any sport he could.

After high school, Dan pursued his interest in human movement and performance while studying Kinesiology at Memorial University from 2010-2015. Throughout his undergrad degree, Dan began training local high school athletes and instructing fitness classes in the St. John’s area. 

Dan’s passion for high-level athletics and sports performance continued to grow, which led him to move to Houston, Texas in 2016 to study for his Master's in the field of Athletic Training. While attending the University of Houston, Dan worked with a variety of D1 sports teams, including Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Football, Track & Field, and Volleyball. 

In his final year, Dan was fortunate to work and travel with the men’s basketball team, an NCAA D1 powerhouse program led by Hall of Fame coach Kelvin Sampson. The Cougars, which continually produces NBA and Euro League talent, made the March Madness Tournament every season since 2018, highlighted by runs to the: Sweet Sixteen (2019), Elite 8 (2022), and Final Four (2021).

After graduating with his Master’s in Athletic Training, Dan moved back to Newfoundland in 2018 and accepted the role of Director of Sports Performance for the St. John’s Edge basketball team of the NBLC. During his time with the Edge, Dan handled the daily physical training and rehabilitative work with the team and worked with notable athletes such as Carl English, Glen “Big Baby’ Davis, and Satnam Sing. 

Helping athletes develop physically and mentally is one of Daniel’s true joys. 

• B. Kin. Memorial University of Newfoundland
• M. AT University of Houston

Growing up in Bay Roberts, Darcy gained a passion for all things sports. From there, his attention shifted to training athletes and people looking to change their lives through exercise for the better.

Darcy completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology Degree through Memorial University in 2021 and followed this up by completing his Masters in Sports Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh in the spring of 2024. He currently has completed KILO strength coach training, as well as other strength and conditioning courses.

Darcy’s experience in Pittsburgh has allowed him to build knowledge about the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and disorders. In Pittsburgh, Darcy taught university courses in Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, and worked as a student team manager for the female NCAA fastpitch softball team.

Darcy is excited to join the Attain team and continue to work with athletes and individuals of all levels on their journey to rehabilitation and succeed at the highest level of sport performance!

B. Kin, Memorial University of Newfoundland

Msc. Sports Medicine, University of Pittsburgh

Sarah has been actively involved in sports her whole life. Growing up in Torbay, she began playing volleyball and basketball at a young age, eventually shifting her focus to basketball. She has played on numerous provincial and club basketball teams in junior high and high school, as well as representing her school team. Since high school, she has played in the local Division 1 & 2 basketball leagues. She also coached the senior girl's basketball team at her former high school, Holy Trinity High.

Through her involvement in sports, Sarah gained an interest in training and rehabilitation of sports injuries. She has been able to apply her Kinesiology skills to her team, helping them enhance their physical performance.

Sarah has been actively involved in sports her whole life. Growing up in Torbay, she began playing volleyball and basketball at a young age, eventually shifting her focus to basketball. She has played on numerous provincial and club basketball teams in junior high and high school, as well as representing her school team. Since high school, she has played in the local Division 1 & 2 basketball leagues. She also coached the senior g basketball team at her former high school, Holy Trinity High.

• B. HKRC, Memorial University of Newfoundland 

Ben is a kinesiologist originally from Hampton, New Brunswick. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of New Brunswick, graduating in 2024.

Throughout his undergraduate studies, Ben developed a strong connection to St. John's during several visits to the area, ultimately leading him to pursue his professional career within the community. He is passionate about promoting health. physical activity, sport performance, and is committed to helping individuals reach their personal goals through movement and evidence-based practice.

With a lifelong background in sports, Ben has participated in a wide range of athletic pursuits, including soccer, hockey, and football. He continues to challenge himself physically and recently completed the Cape to Cabot road race, a personal milestone he plans to improve upon each year. 

Ben is excited to be a part of the team at Attain Physiotherapy & Sport Performance Center and looks forward to working collaboratively with clients to support their health, performance, and well-being.

• BSE. Kinesiology, University of New Brunswick
• CSEP CPT