Maya is a Registered Kinesiologist in good standing with the College. She graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Kinesiology and a Certificate in Disability in Physical Activity. Maya has over 3 years of experience as an athletic trainer, working with the Queens University men’s varsity soccer team and for cheerleading competitions around Ontario. She has ample experience in sport-specific exercise, rehabilitation of acute and chronic injuries, first response, athletic taping and manual therapy. 

Maya also has extensive experience leading 1:1 exercise, particularly with individuals with a disability. She has had the opportunity to work with children, youth, and seniors with intellectual disabilities such as autism and down syndrome and physical disabilities such as CP, MD, SCI and TBI. She has amassed over 600 hours of experience leading exercise with individuals with disabilities in roles such as being Co-President for Students 4 Special Olympics, a current Special Olympic volunteer, a Supervisor and Exercise Coach at an adapted community-based exercise program, and a Volunteer Kinesiologist at Compass Community Health. 

Maya is passionate about facilitating inclusive and adaptable exercise to help you feel empowered and strong. Working with Maya will give you the confidence and tools to be in charge of your body and your health.

When she isn’t working, Maya loves doing her own movement (strength training, soccer, boxing, hiking, skiing), being outdoors, reading, and finding new places to enjoy a cup of coffee!