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The Burlington Team

	Scott Atkins, B.A. CSCS, TSCC-GOLD  Director of Sport Conditioning Scott is the Director and Head Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Twist Sport Conditioning Centre in Burlington. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wilfred Laurier University and he is a Twist Master Coach, delivering certifications and presenting all over North America. Scott has an extensive and wide ranging sport background that ranges from playing in the Ontario Hockey League to being a Strength and Conditioning Coach to many Elite level athletes. Scott was the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Kitchener Rangers of the OHL for 4 years. Scott has worked with athletes from a variety of sports and combined with his Elite Level playing experience and his educational background he delivers a Strength and Conditioning program that takes athletes to the next level.
	Dave Blais, B.Sc. NSCA-CPT, TSCC-GOLD  Assistant Director of Sport Conditioning Dave is the Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach at The Twist Sport Conditioning Centre in Burlington. He earned his diploma in Health and Fitness Promotion from Fanshaw College and he is a certified personal trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He is also furthering his education and earning his degree in Kinesiology and Health Science. Dave Blais has a wealth of experience training a wide range of individuals; from youth athletes to adults looking to reach their fitness goals. He has trained elite level athletes and has helped them take their game to the next level. Ask any of his clients, and they will attest to his hard work and dedication that he commits to every session. Dave's sporting background is rooted in the hockey world but he has also competed in Volleyball and Track.
	Frances McPhail, BA Communications Sales and Service Manager Frances graduated from Niagara University earning her Bachelors of Arts degree in Communications. A twist athlete from a young age, she started out in Vancouver and then moved to Ontario where she obtained a scholarship to Niagara University.  After playing 4 seasons of NCAA Div 1 hockey for the Purple Eagles she returned home to Ontario where she joined the Twist Burlington team. Frances now plays in the CWHL on the Toronto HC team. Â
	Scott Mifsud, B.Sc. PTS, TSCC-GOLD Sport Conditioning Coach Scott Mifsud attended the University of Vermont where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education. While attending university, Scott was a member of the Varsity hockey team where he played 4 seasons. In his senior year, Scott led the league (ECAC) in scoring. Scott followed his passion for hockey and continued his playing career after graduating. He played a few years of pro hockey in the ECHL where he was second leading scorer in the league in only his second year. Scott continued his career overseas playing in Switzerland, Germany, & Italy. Scott has been a Twist athlete since 2007 participating in our High Performance Hockey Camp over the off-seasons. Scott knows the hard work and dedication it takes to train, and follow the Twist program in order to prepare for his next season. Making the Transition from athlete to coach came very natural for Scott as he exudes all the qualities that make for a great Twist coach.
	Derek Salvador, B.A. CSCS, TSCC-GOLD Sport Conditioning Coach Derek earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Windsor. With his thirst for new knowledge, Derek went on to graduate from Humber College as a Physiotherapist Assistant where he currently rehabilitates athletes of all sports and ages. Derek earned his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the NSCA. He has also successfully completed multiple courses in the field of athletic movement and human performance. As an athlete, Derek continues to play soccer competitively in the Ontario Soccer League. He brings his passion of sports and training to every client and team that he coaches and strives to help them further develop as athletes. Some of Derek's other passions involve running, cycling and spending time with his family.