Who is Quinn?

Quinn is a licensed physiotherapist, MSc student in Rehabilitation Sciences, sessional instructor in the University of Manitoba Physical Therapy program, and a CrossFit (CF-L2) trainer. His professional and academic interests include: promoting patient education & self-management, pain science, language & communication, and the study of patient experience in rehabilitation. He enjoys reading, traveling, visiting coffee and used book shops, weightlifting, and running/hiking with his dog Mishka. Quinn and his wife Anna welcomed their daughter Zadie in 2022. Quinn has competed and coached Ultimate Frisbee, Olympic Weightlifting and CrossFit. 

University Education:

In progress: Master of Science (MSc) in Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Manitoba, Supervisor: Dr. Joanne Parsons – expected graduation 2024

Master of Physical Therapy (MPT), University of Manitoba – 2016

Bachelor of Commerce (BComm), University of British Columbia, major in Finance, special concentration in Entrepreneurship – 2010

Courses & Certifications (Physiotherapy):

Reconciling Biomechanics with Pain Science (Greg Lehman) – 2023

Running Resiliency (Greg Lehman) – 2023

Diploma of Advanced Orthopedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy: Level 2 Lower – Dec 2021

Communic8 Mentorship (Nick Hannah) – Jun 2021

The Pain Truth: Managing Persistent Pain (Bahram Jam) – 2019

Strength & Conditioning in Rehabilitation (Dr. Scotty Butcher) – 2019

Diploma of Advanced Orthopedic Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy: Level 2 Upper – Dec 2018

Shift Concussion Management, Level 1 – 2018

McKenzie Method (MDT) Part A & Part B – 2017

Acupuncture: The Art & Science – 2017 (licensed)

Functional Biomechanics of the Lower Quarter (Dr. Chris Powers) – 2017

Preserving the Active Hip (David Lindsay & Geoff Cuskelly) – 2016

Courses & Certifications (Training):

Certified NCCP Olympic Weightlifting Competition Introduction (Level 2) Coach – current

CrossFit Level 2 (CF-L2) – 2022

CrossFit Level 1 (CF-L1) – 2012 & 2017 (re-certified)

CrossFit Mobility, 2014

CrossFit Gymnastics, 2013

CrossFit Weightlifting (Mike Burgener), 2013

OPEX Coaching Certification Program: Assessment & Program Design, 2012

Sessional Instructor (University of Manitoba) in the following courses:

– PT7140 – Exercise Prescription for Physical Therapists
– PT6250 – Integrated Practice for NMSK Conditions
– PT6221/6224 – Clinical Skills for NMSK Conditions 1&2