Perform LIFT @ Grant Rd


This class is taught by:

Ovesh Purahoo

Education & Credentials
Masters of Science - CBD & Cerebrovascular Physiology - University of Regina (in progress)
Bachelor of Kinesiology - Human Kinetics - University of Regina (Great Distinction)
Certified Exercise Physiologist - CSEP (in progress)
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About Ovesh
 
Originally from the island of Mauritius, Ovesh grew up immersed in sport—competing in soccer, volleyball, track and field, and ultimately finding his passion in swimming. During his undergraduate studies, he was a proud member of the University of Regina Cougars swim team, representing the school throughout the entirety of his degree. Now pursuing his Master of Science at the University of Regina, Ovesh is involved in an NFL-funded clinical trial focused on cannabinoids and concussion recovery.

With aspirations of becoming a physician specializing in Orthopaedics or Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, he combines scientific research with a deep passion for human connection. Ovesh values the opportunity to learn from every client’s story and strives to build meaningful relationships through his work. He also had the honor of representing Mauritius at the Paris Olympic Games and World Championship.

Preston Scott

Education & Credentials
University of Regina, Bachelor of Kinesiology, Human Kinetics major
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
CSEP Certified Personal Trainer
 
About Preston
Preston currently resides in Lumsden, but has lived in a couple small towns while growing up. There, he played every sport that could fit his schedule including, volleyball, basketball, football, soccer, lacrosse, baseball, ultimate frisbee, and track and field. While in Lumsden he was successful at the provincial level, earning a bronze and two gold medals in basketball and football. He had several tryouts for junior football as well as CIS, however another concussion on an already long list of injuries kept him out of contact sports. This, as well as his history in the weight room, helped guide him to a Kinesiology degree, as he wants to help athletes play at their best level but more importantly being able to do that injury-free. He has been an athletic trainer with the U of R Rams for the last couple years and is starting to work with the track team now as well. His involvement in ultimate helped get the U of R Cougars teams a solid foundation in the school. His passion for helping people is with him everywhere he goes, and he enjoys giving people the tools they need to live a better, healthier life.

Emery Millette

Education & Credentials:
Bachelor of Kinesiology – Human Kinetics – University of Regina
Certified Personal Trainer - Can Fit Pro

 

About:
While growing up, Emery participated in a number of artistic sports and activities, but figure skating was always her main focus. Throughout her competitive skating career, she trained at Level 10 which allowed her to gain an appreciation for strength and conditioning training. In addition to figure skating, Emery has been Ukrainian dancing with the Poltava Ensemble since she can remember, and has spent over 10 years instructing, which has become her biggest passion! In recent years, she has also had the chance to travel internationally on several occasions to perform and train alongside amazing dancers from around the world. These experiences lead her to obtain her Kinesiology degree at U of R and complete her fieldwork at Level 10, where she truly learned the value of training to improve not only sports performance but maintaining and improving quality of life. Emery enjoys working with all different populations to help them achieve their fitness goals!

Shea Usick


Education & Credentials:

Bachelor of Kinesiology, Human Kinetics - University of Regina
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - NSCA
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training - Bryce Yoga Academy
Mobility Specialist Certification - Functional Range Conditioning


About Shea:
Shea was raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, where he found a passion for movement and sports from a young age. Growing up, Shea competed in soccer, playing for Queen City. He was also involved in an after-school martial arts program studying Hapkido. In high school, Shea competed in boxing, winning the provincial title for his weight class. As Shea grew older, his passions shifted towards movement practices such as parkour, dance, and yoga. Shea completed a 200-hour Yoga teaching certificate in Koh Samui Thailand, and obtained his Functional Range mobility specialist in 2020. In 2022 he graduated from the U of R, majoring in human kinetics. Shea enjoys sharing his passions for fitness and movement while helping others find their passions and reasons to move.


Special Interests:
Callisthenics
Strength and Conditioning
Breakdancing
Yoga
Trail Running
Canoe Paddling
Goals:
Complete a Spartan race
Grow as a Performance Coach

Dan Farthing

Owner, Director of Training Service and Exercise Specialist
 
Education & Credentials
Masters of Physical Activity Studies - University of Regina
Bachelor of Science, Physical Education – University of Saskatchewan (Greatest Distinction)  
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, NSCA
Certified Exercise Physiologist, CSEP
Consultant for the Canadian Sport Centre Saskatchewan
Consultant for the Sport Medicine and Science Council of Saskatchewan
 
Special Interests
Sport Performance Training for all sports
Personal Fitness Training
Group Fitness Training
Outdoor Activity Experiences
 
About Dan
Dan Farthing has demonstrated a total commitment to excellence in his academic, professional and athletic careers. Dan is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association and a Certified Exercise Physiologist. He is a Consultant to the Canadian Sport Centre Saskatchewan and the Sport Medicine and Science Council of Saskatchewan. Dan’s passion for sport performance training is paralleled only by his enthusiasm for health and wellness. He believes that the principles that apply to sport training also apply to fitness training. Functionality is important for improved athleticism, but it is equally important for quality of life. Dan graduated with Greatest Distinction from the College of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan and was awarded the President’s Medal as the Outstanding Graduate at 2002 Fall Convocation. He continued his post-graduate education in the College of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina and holds a Masters of Physical Activity Studies. Dan's athletic career was centered in the province of Saskatchewan. After eleven years as a receiver with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, he currently sits third in all-time receptions and ninth in receiving yardage. He was a three-time nominee as the team's Most Outstanding Canadian and, in 1997 - the year the team won the West Division and was a Grey Cup Finalist - he led the team in receiving yardage. In 2009, Dan was inducted into the Roughrider Plaza of Honour. Dan became a Roughrider when he was drafted second overall from the University of Saskatchewan Huskies where he captained the 1990 National Championship team, and was honoured as All-Canadian, West nominee for Outstanding Player and the 1997 CIS Rookie of the Year.

Michelle Daeninck

Education & Credentials

Bachelor of Kinesiology, Human Kinetics - University of Regina
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, NSCA
Consultant for the Sport Medicine and Science Council of Saskatchewan
Speed Skate Canada Intro to Comp Certified Coach, NCCP

 

Special Interests

Speed skating / winter sports
Sport performance
Tactical strength & conditioning
Private and small group training
Child/youth sport development
Physical literacy / being active for life

 

About Michelle

Originally from Winnipeg, Michelle spent her whole life involved in sport and physical activity, including dance, soccer, ultimate frisbee, track & field, and speed skating. She was an elite speed skater for 13 years, competed at 2011 and 2015 Canada Winter Games in short track and long track respectively, and trained at the National Training Centre at the Olympic Oval in Calgary for several years. After retiring from skating, she moved to Regina to complete her Bachelor of Kinesiology. She started working at Level 10 Fitness with the Admin team in 2017, and began coaching with the Regina Speed Skating Club. Since graduating with a major in Human Kinetics in 2021, she completed a post-grad internship with the University of Regina Athlete Health & Performance Institute, where she was part of the strength & conditioning staff for the Regina Rams, Cougars Soccer and Volleyball teams. She also trained two classes of police recruits from the Saskatchewan Police College, which expanded her interest into tactical strength training. Michelle was the Team Regina Head Coach for short track speed skating at the 2023 Saskatchewan Winter Games, and has coached alongside the Provincial Coach at national-level meets while developing her coaching portfolio. She loves coaching and skating, dancing, skiing, running, yoga, being outdoors, and is bilingual in English and American Sign Language.

Perform LIFT will focus on the muscular development through the periodization phases of strength training. Rotating through phases such as muscular strength, hypertrophy, strength, conversion to power, & muscular endurance.

All Fitness Levels

Location: 2124 Grant Rd 

 

PERFORM SERIES
Our Perform Small Group Sessions are for anyone who wants to be the best version of themselves. The name really says it all. It is not enough to look a certain way if you don’t feel a certain way. Our goal is to have you able to move better, lift more, run faster, go longer, & perform better through this ever-evolving program. No matter what you want to do with your body this series will have you feeling fit & strong enough to take on any challenge.


Upcoming classes:

  • Sat Sep 06 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Ovesh Purahoo
  • Sun Sep 07 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Preston Scott
  • Mon Sep 08 6:00 am - 7:00 am with Ovesh Purahoo
  • Tue Sep 09 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Preston Scott
  • Thu Sep 11 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Emery Millette
  • Sat Sep 13 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Ovesh Purahoo
  • Sun Sep 14 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Preston Scott
  • Mon Sep 15 6:00 am - 7:00 am with Shea Usick
  • Tue Sep 16 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Preston Scott
  • Thu Sep 18 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Dan Farthing
  • Sat Sep 20 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Ovesh Purahoo
  • Sun Sep 21 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Preston Scott
  • Mon Sep 22 6:00 am - 7:00 am with Shea Usick
  • Tue Sep 23 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Preston Scott
  • Thu Sep 25 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Michelle Daeninck
  • Sat Sep 27 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Ovesh Purahoo
  • Sun Sep 28 10:00 am - 11:00 am with Preston Scott
  • Mon Sep 29 6:00 am - 7:00 am with Shea Usick
  • Tue Sep 30 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Preston Scott
  • Thu Oct 02 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm with Michelle Daeninck