DAVE LEYLAND
Dave is co-owner of COAST and has been a practicing Physiotherapist since 2012 in North Vancouver. Dave has worked with desk workers to professional athletes and loves teaching clients to understand their bodies and why things might be occurring. He helps them move easier, perform better and be more resilient to injury, whether that be in daily life or competitive sport.
Dave believes that the most important tool when it comes to rehab is movement and he uses an extensive array of manual therapy techniques, exercise and Functional Dry Needling (IMS) to help reduce pain and maximize mobility. This is Rehab!
CLAYTON CROSS
Clayton Cross is a Certified Athletic Therapist, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Co-Owner of COAST.
Clayton grew up in Winnipeg playing multiple sports at the high school, university and club level. His love for sport and movement continued into his post secondary education at the University of Winnipeg where he enrolled in the Athletic Therapy program.
After graduating with his Kinesiology and Applied Health degree and successfully completing the Canadian Athletic Therapist Certification process in 2008, Clayton became the Fitness Coordinator for the Vancouver Police Department.
Since moving on from the VPD, Clayton has worked in the North Vancouver and downtown area treating a wide range of clients from the everyday person to Olympic and professional level athletes.
Clayton’s passion of rehabilitation and performance training has fueled his pursuit of continuing education. He has attended multiple courses and seminars such as Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization and Muscle Energy Technique to expand his skill set to bring the best care to the people he works with. He has written articles for local and national magazines on injury prevention topics and has spoken at national and local conferences.
Clayton strongly believes in finding the root cause of any injury. Treatments are based off of an in-depth assessment that takes the whole body into consideration. The focus is always on addressing a patient’s needs through a continuum ranging from manual therapy to exercise and movement-based therapy and reconditioning. This often involves the treatment and reintegration of the core, hip and shoulder complex to get people out of pain back to full function.
Overall, Clayton’s goal and his goal for COAST is to have a client leave in a better state than before they got injured.
When he’s not working Clayton likes spending time with loved ones, traveling, training and playing, volleyball, basketball and tennis.
MIKE GREEN
Mike is a Co-Owner of COAST and he has a special interest in all sports injuries, including those obtained in the gym. Mike has been actively involved with UBC Athletics, Basketball, Rugby as well as the Special Olympics. He has also worked extensively with people to help manage pain from arthritis. Mike combines the use of manual therapy, dry needling (IMS), exercise and education and is committed to providing individualized treatment to help patients reach their goals for sport and participation.
QUITA HARMAN
Quita is an Australian trained physiotherapist with more than 15 years experience working with patients in a private practice setting. She graduated in 2004 with Master of Physical Therapy from Curtin University in Perth. Quita believes that intelligent exercise is a critical element in a patients' journey to optimal recovery and overall wellness. In 2016 she completed certification in the Rehab Division of STOTT PILATES Ⓡ in Portland under Master Instructor Trainer Melanie Byford-Young. Since then she has added Clinical Rehab Pilates to her treatment repertoire which also includes manual therapy, modalities, client education, and tailored exercise prescription.
Quita has also completed Advanced Trigger Point Method with William Huhn, Mulligan Practitioner Training with Jack Miller, and courses in taping, gait re-education, pre and post surgical knee and hip . She is a Level 1 Sports Trainer (Sports Medicine Australia) and Level 2 Ski Instructor. In her spare time she can be found skiing the backcountry, kitesurfing and paddle boarding the ocean waves, and cycling the roads of our beautiful BC where she was born and raised.
Hailey Bradley
Hailey is a graduate from Vancouver College of Massage Therapy. Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Hailey enjoyed the outdoors and playing all sports growing up including competitive volleyball, recreational soccer, and basketball. Hailey’s athletic experience, and working in the healthcare field, allowed her to recognize her passion for working with people in a physical capacity. After some sporting injuries, she learned the importance of rehab and preventative care firsthand. She is a strong believer that having a well-rounded and supportive group of health care professionals/therapists is essential.
Hailey uses a combination of techniques including Swedish massage, deep tissue, trigger point release, joint mobilization, myofascial release, dynamic release, as well as exercise and movement to reach your goals. Hailey also has experience in orthopedic injuries, prenatal care, central nervous system, and systemic health conditions. When she’s not in the clinic Hailey enjoys a variety of activities like soccer, boxing and biking around the city.
GRACE WU
Grace aims to make her clients feel at ease and works to design individual treatment plans to get them back to a healthy and functional state.
She strongly believes that body awareness education, understanding the cause of the pain and not solely focusing on the symptoms are integral parts of therapy and getting her clients better.
Treatment with Grace involves Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Muscle Energy Techniques, and deep tissue Swedish Massage. This allows her to help relieve the effects of stress, acute and chronic issues, headaches, and repetitive motion injuries. Grace has completed continuing education in Visceral Manipulation through the Barral Institute and is also certified in Kinesio Taping for a variety of injuries as well as postural correction.
When she is not working with clients or students you will find her skiing the local hills and Whistler in the winter or lifeguarding Vancouver beaches in the summer.
Rick Heyden
Rick has been a practicing physiotherapist in the Vancouver area since graduating from McMaster University in 2015. His philosophy integrates techniques from many different schools of rehabilitation including Manual Therapy, Dry Needling(IMS) and Rehabilitative Exercise. Rick believes that the core of physiotherapy should focus on giving people the tools and the confidence they need to take control of their recovery. He is a strong proponent of moving well, moving often and moving with intention. Rick is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).
Tracy Murray
Tracy received her Masters of Physical Therapy degree from UBC. She is a former competitive gymnast and exercise enthusiast who strongly believes in the healing power of movement. Tracy has work and personal experience in multiple different areas, including elite and recreational athletics, pediatrics, neurological disorders, and surgical recovery. Combining her critical eye for technique with progressive exercise prescription, manual therapy techniques, IMS/Dry needling & Clinical Pilates, she hopes to help reduce pain and empower patients to feel stronger and more confident with movement. When Tracy is not in the clinic, she can be found weightlifting, running, snowboarding or hiking.
Daniela Hoolaeff
Daniela is a Certified Athletic Therapist who completed her education at Camosun College on Vancouver Island. She enjoys working with individuals of all athletic abilities to help promote recovery from injury and facilitate a safe return to performance - whether that be in sport, work, or life.
Daniela treats a wide range of muscle, bone, and joint injuries. She provides a thorough assessment that helps guide a treatment plan that manages current symptoms, promotes long-term healing, and prevents re-injury. Each treatment session is collaborative and client-centered using manual therapy techniques and movement-based rehabilitation tailored to reach your individual goals.
In her spare time, you can find Daniela enjoying time outside highlining, leisurely climbing, or working on the sidelines of sports games.
Whether you are an athlete in sport or in life, Daniela looks forward to helping you decrease your pain and getting you back to doing the activities you enjoy!
ryan maron
Ryan earned his Masters of Physical Therapy and Bachelors of Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Ryan believes that movement can help us become the best version of ourselves – by developing our physical bodies, we fortify all aspects of our lives.
Ryan has a passion for helping people get back to the things they love. He works with all ages and activity levels and believes in comprehensive care. He feels that movement, sleep, nutrition, stress-management and human connection are the ingredients for a happy and healthy life.
Ryan has also worked with elite athletes from the MLS (Vancouver Whitecaps), NAIA (UBC Baseball), NHL, Canada Basketball, Rugby Canada and Canada Snowboard. He has a special interest in post-surgical care and return-to-play. When working with Ryan, you can expect a whole body approach that is client-centered. He uses manual therapy (IMS, massage, joint mobilization/manipulation), movement, education and mindfulness in his treatment sessions. He is keen on continuing education and is dedicated to providing the most current strategies to his patients.
In his spare time, Ryan enjoys playing guitar, writing and adventuring in the great outdoors!
Lexy Miller
Lexy graduated with her Masters in physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia. Lexy grew up playing a variety of competitive sports and followed her passion of softball to Dakota State University where she graduated with her Bachelors in Science. Lexy was drawn to physiotherapy for her love and health and movement along with her interest in science and anatomy. Lexy has experience treating a wide variety of patients including sports injuries from athletes of all levels, paediatrics and teens, chronic pain conditions and everything in between. Lexy uses a combination of hands on manual therapy and exercise based therapy. Lexy loves continued learning and had taken a variety of courses including, her certification in clinical pilates and lifting and clinical management for the fitness athlete.
In her down time Lexy loves to be outside, you can find her hiking, biking, running and swimming, playing on a recreational team or snowboarding. Lexy also loves to travel and connect with different cultures and countries and is currently learning Portuguese! Lexy loves individualized treatment for each patient and wants to get you back to doing what you love.
JELENA TOMA
Jelena graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Science and a Master’s degree in Physiology and Pharmacology before pursuing her Master’s in Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. After completing her research degree, Jelena wanted to use her research skills in a clinical setting. As an active individual who has a passion for nutrition and fitness, physiotherapy quickly became the career path that allowed her to combine all of her interests.
Jelena has gained experience with clients in a variety of clinical settings ranging from geriatrics to athletes. Her passion for orthopaedics and women’s health has led her to complete advanced manual therapy levels, as well as pelvic health post-graduate training in the assessment and treatment of incontinence and pelvic pain in men and women. Her treatment philosophy is focused on using manual therapy to optimize joint mobility, and evidence-based exercise prescription to create control and strength. She strives to educate and empower her clients to take control of their health, and to work as a team to achieve their goals.
In her spare time, you will find Jelena at the gym, going on hikes, or in the kitchen trying a new healthy recipe. She is looking forward to working with you on your health and fitness journey!
Certifications
Level 1: The Physical Therapy Approach to Female and Male Urinary Incontinence (Pelvic Health Solutions)
Level 2/3A: Female & Male Pelvic Pain (Pelvic Health Solutions)
Pregnancy, Pelvic Girdle Pain & The Pelvic Floor
Orthopedic Manual Therapy Level 1 and Level 2 Upper
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
Nika
Nika integrates her passion for strength and conditioning into her practice, blending education, exercise-focused treatments, and hands-on therapy to provide holistic care that extends beyond injury recovery to overall wellness.
Nika’s physiotherapy approach empowers clients to understand their bodies and injuries through education and movement-based rehabilitation. With a rich background in competitive sports, Nika leverages her experience working with athletes across rugby, basketball, soccer, volleyball, running, cycling, and climbing. She has worked with teams such as UBC Varsity Men’s Rugby, Druids Rugby Club, and the Okotoks Oilers, as well as individual athletes from these and other high-performance teams, helping them achieve peak performance and recover from injuries.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from UBC and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta.
Outside the clinic, Nika stays active through climbing, cycling, strength training, hiking, and running. She constantly seeks new ways to move and enjoys engaging in different sports.
At Coast Performance Rehab, Nika’s mission is to help clients return to what they love while deepening their understanding of their bodies and the recovery process.