A CLINIC YOU CAN TRUST
About Athletify
Athletify opened its doors in Aurora in 2016. It started as a small 3 treatment room clinic with a quaint gym and golf hitting net in the back for golf fitness assessments and training. From the beginning, this physiotherapist-owned operation was home to an active approach to recovery for all sport and fitness related injuries.
In 2021, Athletify relocated 4kms north to Newmarket, ON. At the corner of Yonge Street and Mulock Drive, the facility is 5000 square feet and houses physiotherapists, registered massage therapists, a certified Athletic Therapist, and Strength and Conditioning Specialists. Athletify has significantly expanded its golf services and has a dedicated golf training area in the back of the facility. Here, the are three HD GOLF simulators for recreational play, practice and coaching. This high tech equipment is not only used for performance enhancement but also for golf specific movement analysis for injury management with our golf specialized therapists.
WHAT WE OFFER AT OUR NEWMARKET CLINIC
Each of our team members are committed to providing high quality care. We offer the following services to our community:
- Physiotherapy
- Shockwave Therapy
- Massage Therapy
- Personal Training
- Golf Fitness
- Acupuncture & Dry Needling
- Exercise Prescription
- Pilates
Get Better. Get Moving. Get ATHLETIFIED!
OUR DEDICATED TEAM
The Athletify team is here to help you recover from injuries both old and new to get you back to your active lifestyle. From the performance therapy side of things, we can help your body recover faster from hard training sessions. Enhanced recovery helps improve athletic performance and prevents future injury.
Scott Dunne
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
About Scott Dunne
It’s a priority to Scott that each patient understands their body, what is happening to it and how to improve it. Equally important is the relaxed and focused one-on-one attention that each patient deserves when they make time to visit the clinic. Each patient experiences an integrated multimodal approach of health education, manual hands-on therapy, acupuncture, dry needling and exercise.
When not at work, Scott prioritize spending time his my wife and two young boys. Being active and nutrition conscious is a part of their daily lives. As a general sports enthusiast, Scott enjoys participating in almost any physical activity out there. These days he mainly focuses activities such as golf, hockey and crossfit-type training.
Professional Experience
Scott received his BSc.HK in 2005 from St. Francis Xavier University. His studies there concentrated on Kinesiology, Biology and Exercise Physiology. During this time he worked as the team therapist for the varsity football and basketball teams and became a certified personal trainer and fitness consultant.
In 2007 he received his MSc.PT from the University of Toronto. His post graduate studies have focused on advanced orthopedic manual therapy and acupuncture training. In addition to the typical clinical studies of physiotherapy, Scott trained for two years with the golf physio specialists of FITforeGOLF™, he is a trained Pilates instructor, and also Titleist Performance Institute certified – TPI Medical 3 Level.
Professional Education
2005
Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics - Major in Kinesiology, Minor in Biology
Graduated with distinction from St. Francis Xavier University, Nova Scotia
2007
Master of Science in
Physical Therapy
Graduated with special interest in advanced orthopaedic and sport medicine physiotherapy from the University of Toronto
2009
FITforeGOLF Certified
Two year golf physio mentorship with the creators of FITforeGOLF, Calgary, AB
2010
Anatomical Acupuncture Certified
Courses and Exams through the Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute
2015
Pilates Instructor
Certified
Body Harmonics Clinic and Teacher Training Studio, Toronto, ON
2017
Titleist Performance Institute Certified
Golf fitness specialized TPI Medical Professional
George Fursov
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
About George Fursov
George completed his Masters of Physical Therapy at Western University. Before this, he completed an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at York University. George’s treatment is exercise and education focused with the use of manual therapy and soft tissue release to aid in recovery. He makes sure to incorporate new evidence-based treatments in his approach and tailor it to each patient’s specific goals and needs. George is passionate about strength training, doing martial arts such as jiu-jitsu and kickboxing, as well as playing sports such as volleyball. George has worked in a private practice setting with clients ranging from professional athletes of various sports to those just looking to stay active and achieve performance goals of their own. In his time off, he also enjoys travelling around the world and trying different foods. His favorite food is sushi.
Frank Huang
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
About Frank Huang
Frank graduated from Western University with a honours specialization in Kinesiology before attending Queen’s University to complete his master’s degree in Physiotherapy. He has gained his clinical experience from working with various clientele including traumatic brain injury patients, varsity athletes, and geriatric populations. Frankie focuses on a goals-based approach; encouraging movement through exercise, hands-on manual therapy and muscle facilitation. His previous work encapsulates a wide plethora of clinical settings including long-term care, personal training, acute rehab hospitals, pediatric rehabilitation and private fitness gyms. Trained with extensive soft tissue, McKenzie, joint manipulation, and acupuncture techniques; his specialty lies in his strong orthopedic background and a robust skill set in movement rehabilitation
Samira Moravveji
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
About Samira Moravveji
Samira is an experienced clinician with nearly 20 years working as a physiotherapist. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy , as well as a Master’s Degree in Sports Physical Therapy. Whether you’re dealing with neck pain, foot pain, or anything in between, Samira can help you recover from your injury. She is fluent in Farsi as well as English, and has excellent communication skills. Her warm and caring personality, combined with her knowledge of the human body, will help you understand your injury and your plan of care. You will feel confident that you’re on the right track to healing from the first visit. Samira uses a multi-modal approach that consists of manual therapy, shockwave therapy, class IV laser therapy, acupuncture, cupping, and therapeutic exercises.
Spencer Dungey
CERTIFIED ATHLETIC THERAPIST & STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SPECIALIST
About Spencer Dungey
Spencer Dungey Is a Certified Athletic Therapist as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach. He has developed his skills working amongst some of the leading health professionals in the world. Spencer has experience working in a large variety of settings including running his own clinical practice, working with the 2017 MLS Cup Champions Toronto FC, the 2018 Grey Cup finalists Ottawa REDBLACKs and most notably the 2019 NBA Champions Toronto Raptors.
Spencer developed a strong passion for sports and fitness growing up playing provincial soccer and competitive volleyball. In his spare time, you will likely find Spencer in and around the gym, on the golf course. Spencer enjoys spending time, being active with his family and friends and of course with his four-legged pal Daisy.
Spencer has taken his passion for the game of golf and knowledge of the human body to the next level by specializing in golf performance through certification from the Titleist Performance Institute.
Spencer is looking forward to utilizing his experience with a full body evidence backed approach and exercise-based philosophy to help all of his patients move better and perform better no matter what they love to do.
Elena Papadopoulos
Massage Therapist
About Elena Papadopoulos
Elena graduated from Centennial College’s Massage Therapy program in 2018 and has also completed her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Health Science (Specialized Honours BA) at York University in 2015.
Elena’s approach to massage therapy is to help you on your journey into a pain free life. Whether it’s work from home aches or returning to sport Elena is able to listen to your needs and help you achieve them. She is able to use relaxation, deep tissue, trigger point and joint play techniques to tailor your treatment.
NICK CROZIER
GOLF PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST
About NICK CROZIER
Nicholas is our Golf Performance Specialist. He has an extensive golf resume and a true passion for helping you play better golf! He can provide specific exercise programs on an individual basis allowing you to achieve development in your areas of concern. He can also diagnose and correct swing flaws inhibiting you from playing your best golf! Additionally, Nicholas can modify the training program to your specific needs, whether that be the desire to increase speed/power in the golf swing or to implement specific exercises for injury prevention and mobility. What sets Nicholas apart is his ability to provide instruction on the golf swing through the lens of the Body Swing connection. Making sure the body is moving properly is crucial for developing a consistent and powerful swing! He has experience coaching all ages and can conduct 3D swing analyses using the latest technology.
Nicholas has an extensive resume in playing high level competitive golf. Early in his competitive career, he was a member of the Under 19 Team Ontario’s golf program. After playing competitively as a junior both in Canada and United States, he obtained a golf scholarship to play for the Xavier University’s NCAA Division 1 golf team in Cincinnati, Ohio. After completing his Bachelor of Liberal Arts undergraduate degree from Xavier University, he returned to Canada and sought further education at York University. Nicholas is a graduate of the Bachelor of Science – Kinesiology and Health Science (Honours) program from York University. Furthermore, Nicholas is TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) certified.