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Department of Kinesiology

Students work together on proper body movements in the gymnasium

Experienced instructors in the Department of Kinesiology focus on supporting student development of applied skills for athletic performance, fitness leadership and community health promotion so that students can solve complex personal and social problems connected to physical activity and inactivity.

Program spotlight

Kinesiology, the science of human movement, serves as the core of the two-year diploma program, offered at the ¹û½´ÊÓƵ Penticton campus.

Meet a faculty member

Louise Blais advises students to "Be open to learning. Be open to being wrong and changing your mind."

Meet a student

 Ty Sideroff wasn't sure what he wanted to do after high school, but decided to follow his interest in the human body and how it works.

Courses

Kinesiology coursework includes introductory human anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics and motor learning. 

Instructors

Wendy Wheeler

Chair - Kinesiology
Office: Centre of Excellence 236
Campus: Penticton
Phone: 250-492-4305 ext. 3265
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Lifelong learner with special interests in personal and community wellbeing; sport performance and coaching; and curriculum for tomorrow. College professor with special interests in student success and wellbeing; authentic assessment and work-integrated learning. Academic member of the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists. Trained learning facilitator with the National Coaching Certification Program. Community board member with Pacific Sport Okanagan. Volleyball, cycling and yoga are my go-to physical activities and where I feel at home as my best self.

Credentials:
MEd – University of Southern Queensland, AU
MSc – McMaster University, ON
BPHE/BSc – Queen’s University, ON

Louise Blais

Kinesiology
Office: Centre of Excellence 236
Campus: Penticton
Phone: 250-492-4305 ext. 3258
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A Health Science graduate, my research interest is in studying sustainable behaviour change with regard to physical activity behaviours. Prior to joining the College, I worked extensively in the fitness industry certifying, mentoring and managing fitness professionals. The combination of my education and experience helps me prepare the students to excel in their chosen career path. The courses I teach cover exercise testing and program design, sport and exercise psychology, health behaviour change, and nutrition. I prioritize daily physical activity to feel my best and I am happiest on the trails either cycling, hiking, or running.

 

Affiliations:

Academic member of the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiologists

Educator for Canadian Fitness and Education Services

Credentials:
MA, Applied Health Science, Brock University
BSc, Brock University

Carolyn Gillespie

Kinesiology
Office: Centre of Excellence 236
Campus: Penticton
Phone: 250-762-5445 ext. 3269

Dionne Tatlow

Kinesiology
Office: Centre of Excellence 236
Campus: Penticton
Phone: 250-492-4305 ext. 3270
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I practiced clinically as a Chiropractor in Northern Saskatchewan for 6 years before completing a Masters degree that involved studying injury prevalence in open water swimmers. This research complemented both my clinical practice as well as my personal interest in open water swimming, which eventually led me to the Okanagan to teach and year-round open water swimming. I am currently also a member of SportMedBC, a board member of the local swim club, and I maintain a small clinical practice in the Okanagan. 

Credentials:
DC - Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, ON
MSc - University of Regina, SK
BPE - University of Alberta, AB

Dr. Colin Wallace

Kinesiology
Office: Centre of Excellence 236
Campus: Penticton
Phone: 250-492-4305 ext. 3334
Wallace, Colin

College professor specializing in anatomy, physiology, sports medicine, and pedagogy. My research interest focus on the effects of concussion on student learning, and I am currently exploring how the Return-to-Learn model can be improved to help students successfully continue their studies following a brain injury. The courses I teach cover a range of topics, including exercise physiology, functional anatomy for kinesiology, motor learning and control, and more. The classroom environment allows me to work with students as they apply the principles and concepts taught in the classroom to practical scenarios. Outside of the classroom, I am an endurance sport enthusiast and am always looking for new music to add to my running playlist.

 

Affiliations:

  • Certified athletic therapist through the Canadian Athletic Therapists’ Association
  • Academic member of the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists
  • Member of the Canadian Concussion Network

Credentials:
PhD. CAT(C) – University of British Columbia, Kelowna, BC, Canada
MSc. – University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, USA
Honours BAHSc (AT) – Sheridan College, Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Diploma, Provincial Instructors’ Diploma Program – Vancouver Community College, Vancouver, BC, Canada (in progress)

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