Robyn Smalley
MBCAK Kinesiologist, Kinesiology Manager, BSc(Kin)
Robyn has over 10 years experience as a Practicing Kinesiologist in exercise therapy, occupational rehabilitation and ergonomics. She studied Kinesiology at University of Alberta and graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree. She is accepting clients with a wide range of abilities and challenges – injury recovery, chronic conditions, athletes and general fitness.
Robyn is passionate about injury prevention and rehabilitation and her infectious enthusiasm and knowledge makes her a pleasure to work with. She has experience with rehabilitation of soft tissue injuries, persistent pain and general conditioning.
Robyn facilitates our hydrotherapy program, GLA:D arthritis class, running clinics, and just recently, a Parkinson’s specific class. She has taken courses in Running Injury Prevention, Parkinson’s Exercise, Ergonomics, Exercise Prescription, Hip and Knee Osteoarthritis and Injury Management. She recently has had training in exercising with/post Cancer and facilities the EXCEL program online through UBC.
Robyn moved to Vancouver Island from Alberta permanently in 2011. She enjoys the outdoor lifestyle that the island has to offer including skiing, hiking, beach walks, mountain biking and running. She finished her first half marathon in 2016 and is looking to continue in more events.
In 2018, Robyn participated in the Vancouver Island Trail Race Series and finished 2nd in her age category.
Robyn enjoys traveling and has explored South East Asia, South America, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Costa Rica. She loves spending time with her young family teaching her son how to ride a bike!
Education
Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, University of Alberta (2011)
Experience
Part of a multi-disciplinary team for working with occupation rehabilitation programs
Designing exercise programs for many populations such as neuromuscular disorders, musculoskeletal injuries, and persistent pain
Completing hydrotherapy exercises with clients
Continuing Education Courses
GLA:D Canada Certification
Industrial Ergonomics Certification
EPIC Lifting Certification
Advanced Exercise Prescription Workshop
Scientific Application of Mobility Training Workshop
Anatomy Trains for Movement Professionals Workshop
“The Running Clinic” Certified Professional
Changing Parkinson’s: The Fundamentals of Functional Movement
Thrive Health Services - Cancer and Exercise
Accomplishments
Completed her first half marathon in 2016; Edge to Edge Half Marathon Finisher, 2017; Vancouver Island Trail Series 2018 – 2nd place overall in age category; Finalist, Best Personal Trainer, Readers’ Choice Awards 2019; Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance Level 2
