MOVEMENT COACHING
WHAT IS MOVEMENT COACHING?
To move is to be human
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As humans, we're designed to frequently move in diverse ways. Many individuals I work with experience limitations in their movement because of pain, discomfort, or apprehension.
My goal as a movement coach is to provide a safe environment and guidance for my clients to explore movement in nourishing ways. This can be anything from improving performance in sport, to learning how to optimize your workplace set-up to reduce strain and encourage movement.
A movement session can consist of any combination of mobility, balance, massage, breathing, strength, agility, coordination, condition, etc. I strive to adjust the intensity of the session to meet your current physical and emotional state.
OFFERINGS
I offer several coaching options to suit your individual or group needs
IN-PERSON COACHING
Visit the studio in Ottawa, Canada where you can work 1-on-1 with Emily.
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Coaching is personalized to your goals to help you move and feel better. This may include a combination of mobility work, strength training, injury rehabilitation, balance, and endurance training.
ONLINE COACHING
I offer a number of online coaching options:
1-on-1 Virtual Training
Group or Corporate Training
Monthly Program Design
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Online Coaching allows you to move well whether it's in your home or workplace.
COACHING FOR SENIORS
In collaboration with the Ottawa West Community Seniors Centre, I teach 2 virtual classes each week, free of cost. Classes are on Tuesday and Friday from 1-1:45 PM. Send me a message to learn more or register for this class.
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I also offer 1-on-1 training and small group training for seniors out of my studio or in your home (limited availability for mobile services).
YOUR COACH
EMILY GOODING
Most people know me as a personal trainer, but my career began as a Registered Nurse. I have worked in a variety of settings including Trauma, Integrative Cancer, and Long-Term Care. My experience as a nurse exposed me to our current reactive health-care system. It felt like I was constantly putting out fires rather than preventing them from starting in the first place. I owe it to this experience for helping me recognize my passion for preventative health care.
While I was working at the hospital, I began to develop pain in my feet, which drove me to learn about how I could fix them. After attending a seminar through The Foot Collective, I started to implement small changes into my life that ultimately eliminated my foot pain. I left my job at the hospital to search for answers. If I could treat my own pain, I felt that I could make a difference in helping others with their chronic pain and work to help people prevent illness and injury.
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I graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing and I am currently still working as a Registered Nurse at the Centre for Health Innovation in Ottawa.
Some of my certifications include:
Sports Performance Institute Level 2 Trainer
Agastu Level 1 Kettlebell Instructor
Certified Foot Nerd with The Foot Collective
Animal Flow Level 1 Instructor
The Ottawa School of Thai Massage Certificate
Functional Movement Techniques Cupping Certification
Lotus Palm Thai Foot Reflexology Level 1
I continue to find opportunities to challenge myself and learn with an open mind. I’m excited to share my experience with my community and be a leader in preventative health.