Meet The Team

Owner / Operator

/Athletic Therapist

Chris Grolla

Chris is a Registered Kinesiologist, Certified Athletic Therapist, and a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.

He received his Bachelor of Applied Health Science from Sheridan College (2008), and continued his education at Indiana State University, earning a Masters of Science in Athletic Training (2010).

Chris has been practicing for over 10 years, and has developed a focus around educating, preventing, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal conditions, empowering his clients to be independant and engaged in the maintenance or improvement of their healthy active lifestyle.

Membership Services Representative

Ryan McQuarrie

BSc Hons Kinesiology 

I’m very passionate about fitness and always interested in expanding my knowledge through research and practicality. I recently obtained my undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education at UofT and I’m currently acquiring my Registered Kinesiologist Certificate and CSEP Personal Trainer Certificate. My future goal is to enter a master’s program for Physiotherapy!⁠
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My fitness journey started with Cross-Fit and has now become a mixture of powerlifting and bodybuilding. The process of learning to balance both art forms of weightlifting has been exciting. Over the years, I have fallen in love with clinical based research of resistance exercise and the study of rehabilitation through avenues of physiotherapy, and athletic therapy. ⁠

Membership Services Representative

Jenny Wickens

In December 2014  I decided I was going to quit smoking.  I didn’t want to pick up food as most people do so I started going to the gym for the sole purpose of not gaining weight. I fell in love. It became my outlet, and led me to find myself and learn how to push myself in many ways. I ended up losing over 80 lbs by accident on my own through all the activities I fell in love with including hiking up the mountain.  I also started cleaning up my diet which only improved my health and well being even more and fueled my body properly for the activities I enjoyed so much. From then on I have been hooked.  I am always looking for ways to improve my knowledge on fitness and nutrition and improve on my own wellness and health. I have tried many different fitness activities from yoga to hiit to barre to running, and many more. I am excited to continue to learn and hopefully go through training to become a trainer myself one day.

Custodian

Travis Hennessey 

My name is Travis Hennessey. I am 27 years old. I have been working out since the age of 13. I have taken a few personal trainers courses through the YMCA

Before working at The Centre I spent six years in the restaurant industry as a cook, but my main passion has always been the fitness industry. I am now in my comfort zone here at The Centre.

Sharing my passion with other people who have goals similar to myself is where I want to be. My job is to make sure the gym stays clean and as safe as possible so everyone can enjoy themselves with no worries in mind.

You can also catch me working out all though the week so don’t be afraid to introduce yourself.

Leah Van Dolder

Dietitian

Hi! My extensive training in the science behind nutrition and its connection to health and overall wellness allows me to help clients in a way they can’t manage alone or through an online search.  All services I provide begin with an in-depth review and analysis of your current state of health and personal goals.  Together, we develop a detailed plan that is tailored to your specific requirements.  Then, I act as the coach to help you monitor your progress and overcome challenges so you can achieve your goals. 

I pursued my nutrition education at The University of Western Ontario in London, ON where I graduated with her Bachelor of Science Honours Specialization in Nutrition and Dietetics. I then completed my Dietetic Internship at Hamilton Health Sciences and I’m a member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario and the Consulting Dietitians Network. 

My personal journey to wellness includes lots of outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.  I am not a fan of slaving in the kitchen and therefore I am always trying out new quick and easy recipes. My personal philosophy is that good nutrition should be simple and provide joy and energy in our daily lives.

Sarah McGall

Physiotherapy Resident

MSc PT, BSc EXS and AT, CAT(C), ATC, CSCS,

Sarah was raised in Owen Sound, Ontario and grew up playing hockey from a young age. Her love for sports and exercise earned her a scholarship to Lindenwood University in St. Charles Missouri, USA. While playing NCAA Division I hockey, Sarah completed two undergraduate Bachelor of Science degrees in Exercise Science and Athletic Training with a minor in Strength and Conditioning. Sarah went on to complete her Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy at Queen’s University in 2020.

When Sarah isn’t at The Centre, she can be found at the rink working with the Collingwood Jr. A Blues. She also enjoys working out, playing any sport with a ball, and hiking with her dog Beau.