Our Therapy Team
Bridging the gap between rehabilitation, performance, and function we focus on a holistic, movement-based approach to injury. Our team conducts a thorough evaluation of the injury as a whole – including all factors leading up to it. We look for imbalances and deficiencies that could have played an important role in how and why the injury took place. At Forfitness and Athletics, our treatments are based on your individual needs, not solely on general symptoms. Our team of experienced therapists works together in a collaborative environment to provide each client with the best possible care.
We have online bookings available for our return patients.
If you are NEW to us, please call or email to set up your first appointment.
Direct Billing available for most private insurance providers!
Physiotherapy
Provided by Registered Physiotherapists
Chiropractic
Matt Forgie, BSc, DC, CSCS
Chiropractor, Co-Owner & Operator
Matt started his coaching career at Poley Mountain where he was a level two ski instructor and freestyle coach. Today, he is a Doctor of Chiropractic, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and a Certified Medical Acupuncture provider. He has also obtained his certification from StrongFirst as a Kettlebell Instructor, and from the Complete Concussion Management Institute as a Concussion Management and Rehabilitation Specialist.
Matt is the owner, head chiropractor, and head strength and conditioning coach for Forfitness and Athletics. He graduated from Mount Allison University (2001) with a degree in Chemistry and Dalhouise University (2005) with a degree in Biology, and continued on to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, graduating in 2009.
Matt works with his patients and with athletes following a movement-based approach. When caring for patients and athletes he applies only sound clinical and evidence-based approaches to his treatment and training. His approach to treatment is active based, which means he uses education and exercise as his primary treatment modality. Matt works with all types and ages of people from rehabilitation to performance and is currently working with tactical (firefighter, police, paramedic etc.) professionals, as well as soccer, MMA, hockey, golf, kayaking, rowing, basketball, racquetball, baseball and running athletes. His passion is in providing his patients and athletes with the knowledge and abilities they need to perform pain-free.
Physiotherapy provided by Registered Physiotherapists
Geoff Forgie, PT
Physiotherapist, Co-Owner & Operator
Geoff is a physiotherapist and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of New Brunswick and a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland.
He is a member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and the College of Physiotherapists of New Brunswick. He has a passion in helping to motivate and educate people in health and fitness by promoting a holistic approach in the treatment and care of his patients.
Tyler Williams, PT
Physiotherapist
Tyler Williams is a newly graduated physiotherapist working with ForFitness. He completed his BSc with a biology major at UNBSJ in 2015, and his MSc Physiotherapy at Dalhousie University in 2019. Tyler believes that movement is medicine and he would love to help you reach your goals, big or small, through exercise and education!
Massage Therapy
Jillian Lamb
Registered Massage Therapist
Jillian Lamb has been a RMT in Kennebecasis Valley since 2007.
With over a decade of experience, Jillian specializes in treating TMJ Dysfunction, and acute and chronic soft tissue injury. Some of the techniques she uses are trigger point therapy, cupping, myofascial release and reflexology. A well renowned therapist, she has encountered and treated many different clients with empathy for their individual needs.
Kate Burns
Registered Massage Therapist
Kate Burns is a registered massage therapist who started working at Forfitness right out of school. She graduated in 2018 from the massage therapy program at Eastern College. Kate offers general swedish massage, whether you prefer relaxation or deep tissue. She is also certified in cupping. Kate believes massage therapy can benefit everyone.
Psychology
Susan Flood, L. Psych
Psychologist
COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY - INSOMNIA | DEPRESSION |ANXIETY
" I have worked as a psychologist in schools and private practice in New Brunswick for 14 years and in Ontario for 15 years. My focus has been learning, behaviour, mental health and, more recently, sleep solutions.
I primarily employ cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) to enable people to acquire the insight and skills necessary for them to achieve better clarity, focus and understanding of the problems hindering their well-being."
Athletic Therapy
Ryan Boudreau
Athletic Therapist
I’m SJ born and raised growing up in the sports community. I found a career to combine my passion for sports and willingness to help others through my own personal injuries as an adolescent. I obtained my BSc in Exercise Science with specialization in Athletic Therapy at Concordia University in Montreal. This experience allowed myself to develop as a person and a therapist; giving me all the tools to provide the best possible experience for all my clients.
Services:
Preventative Full body Assessments
Pre-Op/Post-Op Assessments
Pre-Op/Post-Op Rehabilitation Programs/Treatments
Acute/Chronic Injury Assessments
Acute/Chronic Injury Rehabilitation Programs/Treatments
Hands On Manual Therapy Treatments
Exercise Based Treatments
Biomechanics Assessment of Lifting/Running Form
Concussion Assessments and Treatments
Dietitians
Mary Ann Peters-Gallant
Registered Dietitian
As a Registered Dietitian I use my knowledge and experience to share complicated nutrition information in a real, and uncomplicated way.
What can I help you with:
- Healthy eating and grocery shopping
- Meal planning and healthy recipes
- Tools for achieving a healthy weight
- Fueling your body for activity
- Prevention and management of chronic disease - IBS, diabetes, pre diabetes, heart disease high blood pressure, high cholesterol etc.
- Kids Nutrition - Introduction to solids, picky eating
- Food allergies
- Nutrition for pregnancy
Whether you want to reach a healthier weight, improve your eating habits, increase your athletic edge or reduce your risk of chronic illness, a Registered Dietitian can be your Nutrition Coach: educating, empowering and encouraging you on your journey to better health!
For your first Appointment, call to book 847-7263, after that you can use our App!
Direct Billing available to most private insurance providers.
Initial Assessment $110
Follow Up Appointment $65
Packages Available
Mental Performance
Ashley Duguay, Ph.D
Mental Performance Consultant
Ashley Duguay holds a Ph.D. from the University of Windsor in Kinesiology (Sport and Exercise Psychology) and currently works as a Mental Performance Consultant where she seeks to combine her understanding of mental skills and team dynamics with her athletic experiences to help athletes, coaches, and teams achieve their performance goals.
Complete Concussion Management
Forfitness and Athletics is ‘Complete Concussion Management’ Certified!
Complete Concussion Management (CCMI) is a full-service concussion management program continually developed through evidence-based, best practices for athletes and concussed patients. Certified CCMI clinics offer standardized concussion baseline testing, guided return-to-learn, work, and play programs, as well as concussion rehabilitation and treatment. Each CCMI clinic is connected through an electronic health record system that stores all baseline and post-injury information, allowing you access to your concussion file at any CCMI location across Canada.
We have both Physiotherapists and a Chiropractor certified by CCMI!
Learn more about this program.
Rothesay’s Health, Rehab & Performance Centre
Forfitness and Athletics Performance Centre is dedicated to providing exceptional therapy services in order to help our Rothesay clients achieve and maintain their optimal physical health and wellness goals. We are committed to excellence in the assessment, treatment, and prevention of injuries associated with a sport, physical activity, occupation, and ageing.