Miranda Sallis, BSc Kin, CSEP CEP, CK

Coordinator

Miranda Sallis graduated from the University of Alberta with a BSc in Kinesiology, and holds certification with the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology as a Certified Exercise Physiologist.  Miranda was the high performance testing & training specialist for the Northern Alberta’s Sport Development Centre until recently when she took over the Coordinator Position.

Miranda’s extensive background in exercise therapy and athletic training combine to provide a wonderful insight into the world of elite athlete development.  Miranda combines her own special interests in exercise science, sport performance and injury rehabilitation with an amazing team of experts in the area of elite training, nutrition and mental skills to provide ASDC NW clients with the winning edge that they desire.

Pierce Hnatiuk – BPE, NSCA-CSCS, CSEP-CPT

High Performance Strength and Conditioning Coach

Pierce graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Physical Activity and Sports Performance at the University of Alberta. Pierce continued to increase his knowledge base by obtaining certifications as a Certified Personal Trainer through the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology, and as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Beyond Pierce’s educational background he has excelled as a developing athlete in the Alberta sport Community. From a young age he was a top competitor in swimming, holding national records for a time, then moving on to team sports such as hockey, soccer, basketball and rugby, where he excelled at each.  In volleyball and team handball his team was ranked provincially, and continued to play for an Elite Team Handball Club travelling to Italy, Sweden and Denmark to play against some of the world’s best teams. He continues to be involved in sport as a member of a Professional Ukrainian Dance Ensemble called Vohon, where he has toured and performed all over the world, including right here in Grande Prairie.

Pierce hopes to pass on his passion for sport and the years of knowledge and experience to the emerging athletes of the Grande Prairie area.

Leigh Goldie

Mental Skills and Team Building Training

• Head of the Physical Education and Kinesiology program at GPRC
• Master’s degree in Sport Psychology
• NCCP Course Conductor (Part A, Part B and Level 3)
• Mental skills training with numerous athletes and teams at the local, regional and provincial levels
• The current President of Alberta Volleyball 

Matthew Bain

Mental Skills 

Matt is currently an instructor with the Grande Prairie Regional College and a soon to be fully certified NCCP Level III swim coach. Matt’s experience is also related to mental skills as he has spent the past 9 years in the counselling field, working with various populations. Matt holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Alberta in Recreation Therapy and a graduate degree from the University of Calgary in Education. Matt is currently doing a Masters degree in Sport Psychology and will continue on to complete his PhD in Counselling Psychology.

Dave Hurta

Registered Physiotherapist 

Dave Hurta is a physical therapist and owner of Kinesis Physical Therapy in Grande Prairie.  He graduated from the University of Alberta in 2001 with a BSc in Physical Therapy.  He has completed a residency with the Canadian Academy of Manual Therapy and is certified to practice Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS).

Dave has a special interest in sports physical therapy and has worked extensively with recreational, National and Olympic athletes.

Dave has experience working as a medical consultant for Team Alberta at the 2006 and 2008 Arctic Winter Games and the 2007 Canada Winter Games.  Currently, he is the medical chair for the 2010 Arctic Winter Games in Grande Prairie.  Dave has been an advisory board and executive member of the Alberta Sport Development Centre-Northwest (ASDC-NW) since its inception in 2006.

Dave is pleased to offer priority sport assessments in which members of the ASDC-NW can obtain a physical therapy assessment and treatment within 3-4 business days.  He believes that with early treatment intervention, athletes can make a full and successful return to competition.

 Gale Antaya, PT

Registered Physiotherapist

A graduate from the University of Saskatchewan, Gale completed her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy in 1989. As an orthopaedic physiotherapist she has spent the past 18 years focussing on the assessment and treatment of orthopaedic conditions including acute and chronic injuries, neck and back sprains and strains, post-surgical intervention, TMJ dysfuntion, sports injuries, and chronic pain. Gale specializes in a holistic approach to manual physical therapy and integrates craniosacral therapy, visceral release, and myofascial release techniques into her conventional practise. Her main goal is to assist her clients in achieving optimal mobility thereby achieving optimal quality of life. One of her main mottos is: “you DON’T have to live with it”.

Karie Quinn, RD, CDE

Registered Dietician

Karie Quinn is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator and a dynamic speaker for all ages and areas related to nutrition. Specializing in the area of Chronic Disease Prevention, Diabetes Management and Sports related nutrition, Karie has been a dietitian in the Grande Prairie area for approximately 15 years. After working in the area of Alternative Medicine for 8 years, Karie obtained her Bachelor of Science degree at the U of A.  Karie is well experienced with working with individuals and groups to assist them not only with their nutritional wellness but also their overall lifestyle.

Karie has both professionally and personally been involved in the area of Sports and Sports Nutrition including presentations for the Grande Prairie Regional College and the Fit and Firm Challenge. On a personal level Karie has run three full marathons for Team Diabetes across the world and participated with a team in the Grande Cache Death Race in the last 3 years.

Whether your goals are for weight loss, disease management or just overall fitness, Karie can work with you, your family or your employees to obtain a healthier lifestyle and your best peak performance.

Shelley Tappen

ASDC Administrative Assistant

Shelley Tappen attended the Grande Prairie Regional College and completed her Office Administration Diploma, and Web Design Diploma. Shelley has always had an interest in sports and currently plays hockey, ball hockey and soccer. She is also currently working towards getting her Fitness Leadership diploma and AFLCA certification.