Sanne de Groot, BKin, CAT(C) Sanne is certifed in: Athletic Therapy, Craniosacral therapy, Soft Tissue Release, Muscle Energy Technique, Myofascial stretching, Aromatouch Technique (aromatherapy), Psychosomatic (Body-Mind) Therapy, Emergency Medical Responder.

Sanne was born and raised in the Netherlands. At age 19, Sanne purchased an all-around-the-world ticket and travelled parts of Europe, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand and Quebec, Canada. Although, she fell in love with the French Canadian culture, she chose to venture out west, to discover the Rocky Mountains. In March 2007, she moved to Fernie, BC, and has called this her “new home” ever since.

Sanne successfuly completed her Bachelor in Kinesiology and received her Advanced Certificate in Athletic Therapy in 2014. In the past five years, Sanne has played an active role in both the Fernie and Calgary communities, through volunteerism and employment including Transrockies Race Series, Fernie 3, Fernie Enduro, Fernie Feel Good Festival, Fernie Fire Department, Fernie Alpine Resort, Skyline Luge Calgary, and Winsport Canada, The Salvation Army. Sanne is proud to announce that she has taken on the role of head Athletic Therapist of Fernie’s local Roller derby team: Avalanche City

Sanne also has extensive experience working with physically and mentally disabled individuals (adults and children) through her work as a rehabilitation assistant for University of Calgary’s “Fitness and Rehabilitation programs for Persons with disabilities”. In addition, Sanne volunteered as a personal trainer for the University of Calgary’s JointEffort group exercise program for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis.

Sanne enjoys spending her free time in nature, immersing herself in biking, skiing, hiking, yoga, and meditation. She is passionate about teaching, sharing, and building connections in the community.

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