Our Coaches

Manager, Performance Training Centre | Head of Strength & Conditioning

Brett is the Manager of the Performance Training Centre (PTC) and is the head of our Strength & Conditioning Department. Originally from a small town in northern Alberta, Brett relocated to Calgary to complete a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science at the University of Calgary.

Over the past 12 years, Brett has played a vital role in the growth and development of the PTC, supporting athletes from the youth and amateur level all the way up to the professional and Olympic ranks. Brett is passionate about building sport systems that prioritize long-term athlete development, health, and sustainable peak performances.

Through his leadership, program development, strategic partnerships, and operational oversight of our training venues, Brett is committed to developing performance pathways, providing professional coaching resources and exceptional experiences that allow athletes, coaches, and guests to maximize their full potential. 

Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach

Alex moved to Calgary in 2020 after completing his undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. His time at Acadia was highlighted by 2 years of strength and conditioning experience with the Varsity Men's Basketball and Football programs, as well as being the Assistant / Defensive coach for the Women's Hockey program.

After moving to Alberta, Alex earned his Master's in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary with a focus on athlete strength and power development. Since 2021, Alex has worked with a wide variety of individuals ranging from youth development to professional athletes. He works closely with several of the hockey teams running out of WinSport. He is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Calgary International Hockey Academy (CIHA) and the SAIT Trojans Men’s Hockey team. In 2026, Alex completed an internship with the Calgary Wranglers.

Alex is currently the Sport Science Lead at the Performance Training Center.

Alexandra (Ali) has been a strength and conditioning coach at WinSport since June 2024.

Ali graduated from the University of Alberta in 2022 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology. Shortly after graduating, she made the move to Calgary to complete her Master's of Science in Strength and Conditioning (2025).

As a former national team athlete, Ali is passionate about the field of strength and conditioning and utilizes her own experience as an elite level gymnast to educate and inspire the next generation of athletes. Since joining the WinSport team, Ali has served as the primary strength and conditioning specialist for the Calgary Gymnastics Centre, working with gymnasts from multiple disciplines and overseeing various levels of programming. In addition to this, Ali had the honor of working with both Olympic and Paralympic athletes leading up to the 2026 Olympic Games in Milan.

Although Ali has developed a passion for working with competitive athletes, she is well versed in training individuals of all levels, ages and abilities.

Ben completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology (Hons) at Lakehead University before earning a Master’s of Kinesiology with a specialization in Exercise Physiology from the University of Calgary in 2025. During his education, he gained valuable experience as a Pulmonary Functions Technician in Thunder Bay and completed practicum placements with the Canadian Sport Institute (CSI). During his time with CSI, he conducted athlete performance testing, including lactate and VO₂max assessments, and worked as a Strength and Conditioning Coach supporting national and Olympic-level athletes. Ben is a Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP) and holds the CSEP High-Performance Specialization designation.

Originally from Regina, Saskatchewan, Ben has been involved in sport his entire life and has spent over 12 years training in the weight room. As an athlete, Ben competed in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for 13 years, earning medals at the World Championships, while also competing nationally in wrestling and judo. His areas of interest include speed and power development, Olympic lifting, and long-term athletic development. 

Ben strives to create a fun, welcoming training environment where athletes are empowered to train hard and perform at their best. Drawing on his background in sport science and high-performance sport, he uses an evidence-based approach to help athletes build strength, power, and confidence in pursuit of their goals.

Bianca was born and raised in Coquitlam, BC, and has been involved in competitive sports from a young age. She began playing soccer at age five and picked up a lacrosse stick at age eight, quickly developing a passion for athletics that would shape both her academic and professional career.

Bianca obtained her Bachelor's of Sport Science as well as her Master's of Exercise Physiology while on a lacrosse scholarship to Long Island University. During this time, she competed at the NCAA Division I level and was honored to represent Team Italy on the international stage. Throughout her athletic journey, Bianca gained firsthand experience in the discipline, commitment, and resilience required to achieve success both on and off the field.

Passionate about developing the next generation of athletes, Bianca currently coaches at the provincial level with Team BC (Bianca helped them win Gold at the 2025 Canada Summer Games!) and serves as the Female Program Director for Pro Caliber Lacrosse. Bianca is looking forward to advancing her coaching career with Team Canada’s U17 National Development Team as an assistant coach. Overall, Bianca is committed to helping athletes build confidence, improve performance, and achieve their performance goals. 

Chase Wetherell is a sport performance coach with over 18 years of coaching experience and is currently completing an MSc in Strength, Conditioning and Coaching Practice. He earned his Bachelor of Kinesiology in Exercise and Health Physiology from the University of Calgary in 2014 and currently works in professional soccer with Cavalry FC while also supporting athlete development through the Canada-Alberta REX program. Since beginning his coaching career in 2008, Chase has worked across a variety of high-performance environments, including soccer, track and field, and youth athlete development. In 2019, he completed an internship at ALTIS, where he gained experience working alongside world-class coaches and Olympic-level athletes.

A former soccer goalkeeper and black belt in Muay Thai kickboxing, Chase brings both athletic and coaching perspectives to his work. Outside of coaching, he enjoys cycling, cross-country skiing, snowboarding, strength training, and spending time outdoors with his dogs. He is particularly interested in athlete monitoring, performance testing, and applying sport science research in practical ways to support athlete development and performance.

Emma holds a Bachelor of Physical Education and a post-graduate degree in Exercise Science for Health and Performance. As a Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP), she is passionate about bridging the gap between exercise science, research, and hands-on athletic performance.

Emma’s professional background spans both high-performance training and return to play. She has extensive experience delivering strength and conditioning protocols for elite youth and varsity athletes across sports including hockey, volleyball, basketball, and football. In addition to her work on the court and ice, Emma has managed community health initiatives in collaboration with university research teams, specializing in musculoskeletal assessments, exercise rehabilitation, and science-backed protocols to optimize quality of life and return-to-sport pathways.

Emma takes an evidence-based approach to coaching, focusing on building strong physical foundations, dynamic stability, and injury prevention strategies that allow athletes of all levels to excel. She thrives on helping individuals understand the "why" behind their training to maximize their long-term athletic potential.
When she isn’t in the gym, Emma is an avid outdoor enthusiast who loves exploring the mountains. You can usually find her hiking, rock climbing, backcountry camping, or checking out local coffee shops around the city.

Jeremy is a graduate of Mount Royal University with a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education. During his studies, he developed a strong foundation in improving athletic performance, reducing injury risk, and enhancing movement skills that translate into the athletic demands of the athlete in their sport.

Jeremy’s career trajectory began in May of 2024 by performing an internship at the WinSport Performance Training Centre. Following this in the summer, he had the opportunity to work with pro-level and junior-level hockey athletes during his internship at Xfactory. In the fall, he had the chance to experience another internship at ORKA Performance, mainly working with soccer athletes where he also gained valuable experience in ACL rehabilitation.

As a former competitive club volleyball player, Jeremy brings an athlete-centered perspective to his coaching. He understands the demands athletes face both on and off the field and tailors his training programs to help them excel in their sport.

When he’s not coaching, Jeremy enjoys staying active in the gym and snowboarding in the mountains during the winter months.

Kazuki graduated from the University of Alberta in 2025 with a Bachelor's of Kinesiology in Sport Performance. He spent both his practicum and summer internship with the Canadian Sport Institute (CSI), working with athletes ranging from LTAD multi-sport groups to provincial and national level teams.  Most notably, Kazuki has coached and delivered programming for athletes from the Calgary Dinos Wrestling Team as well as Team Alberta Bobsleigh.

For a little over two years now, Kazuki has been competing in and coaching powerlifting. His experience in this sport has given him a strong background in building foundational strength in the weight room. Additionally, one of his research interests includes isokinetic dynamometers to assess shoulder health. Kazuki enjoys helping individuals return to sport after injury and seeing his athletes compete to the best of their ability. Kazuki has worked with athletes from many different sporting disciplines, including skiing, figure skating, snowboarding, baseball, hockey, and more!

Kevin is a passionate Strength and Conditioning Coach with an interest in bridging the gap between sports science and application to best enhance athletic performance in athletes of all levels. He has built a breadth of knowledge regarding the interaction and adaptation of various physiological systems during exercise through school and work opportunities.

As a former athlete, and current recreational athlete himself, Kevin takes pride in the process of building a strong physical foundation in various muscle capacities and skillsets to prepare an athlete not only for competition, but for a high quality of life outside of sport too. He has years of experience working with athletes of all levels and sports ranging from the developmental to pro level. Through this experience he has developed a multifaceted approach to training, which can take performance to the next level

Mantas started as a strength and conditioning coach at WinSport’s Performance Training Centre in July 2023. He has played and competed at a high level of soccer for the majority of his upbringing which then introduced him to a lifelong passion for coaching and developing athletes.

Mantas graduated from Mount Royal University with a Bachelor's degree in Health and Physical Education in 2023. His education has helped him further expand his knowledge to better understand how to improve athletic performance, reduce athletic injuries, and teach lifelong movement skills.

Within his free time Mantas continues to pursue his passion for sport and adventure, exploring new fitness trends, and seeking more knowledge to better assist the people's lives he’s impacted.

Reese is a proud graduate of the University of Victoria (2024) and the University of Calgary (2026), where she completed a Master's of Kinesiology specializing in Exercise Physiology. During her undergraduate studies, she competed as a varsity soccer athlete at UVic before transitioning into coaching, serving as the Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Vikes Women's Soccer program and Field Hockey Canada's NextGen program.

These experiences led to internships with the Canadian Sport Institute (CSI) across three campuses--Victoria, Whistler, and Calgary--over a three-year period, providing valuable exposure to high-performance sport environments while she completed her graduate studies.

In 2025, Reese was selected as part of the CFL Women in Football Program, where she interned with the Calgary Stampeders.

Reese is passionate about taking a people-first approach to coaching and is committed to continually expanding her knowledge across sport performance, health, and exercise science to better serve her clients.