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B.Kin (Physical Education/Exercise Science) – University of BC
M.Kin (Exercise Physiology emphasis) – University of BC

Certifications:
BCAK - Practicing Kinesiologist
NSCA – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
CSEP - CPT/CEP Course Conductor/Examiner
CSEP - Clinical Exercise Physiologist
NASM/ISSA - Corrective Exercise Specialist
NASM – Performance Enhancement Specialist
CFES - Fitness Knowledge/ Weight-training/ Personal Training Educator/ Examiner
ACE - Faculty Member
CHEK - Medical Professional Integrative Health Coach
Somatic Educator Coach (clinically trained)

Brian’s philosophy on teaching can be summarized with the acronym F.A.S.T. F is for fun. He feels if learning can be fun and interactive then understanding will set in. A stands for academic. Learning requires the organization and assimilation of academic information. S represents skill. Brian likes to challenge students to think beyond the curriculum so they can not only learn the information but also apply it in the field. Skill is the outward expression of knowledge and applied knowledge is power. T stands for teaching. Brian feels that teaching is a two-way avenue. Learning is reciprocal in that it occurs from the teacher to the student and from the student to the teacher. It is a win-win situation!

Human Anatomy
Human Physiology
Exercise Physiology
Exercise Testing and Prescription
High Performance Conditioning

Other Interests:
Boxing
Mountain Biking
Strength Training
Hiking
Volleyball

Orthopaedic Exercise Prescription
Corrective Exercise and Neuromuscular conditioning
Physical Activity and Health
Sport Physiology
Core Conditioning
Chronic Pain 

Professional Background:

Brian has worked as a Kinesiologist for 21 years and as a fitness trainer for over 27 years. His areas of specialty are in low back pain exercise prescription, combatant and strength/power sports conditioning, orthopedic post-rehabilitation, and somatic education for chronic pain. As part of his ongoing education Brian has completed courses through the CHEK Institute, Institute for Integrated Health Education, Champion Performance Therapy and Training, National Academy of Sports Medicine, and Twist Conditioning. Brian has also presented at many conferences on topics such as core conditioning, health issues and exercise, functional training concepts, and Post -Rehabilitation Training.  He is an instructor/examiner for CSEP and CFES.