Physio-Led Strength Classes

Physio-led strength classes are exercise sessions designed, progressed, and supervised by a Registered Physiotherapist to ensure safe, effective movement tailored to your body. They offer a structured approach to active rehab - focusing on proper mechanics while gradually building load, intensity, volume, and impact - making them an ideal option for those returning from injury or looking to prevent one.

Programming is guided by trained health and fitness professionals, and for many individuals, these sessions may be eligible for coverage under extended health benefits when clinically appropriate.

Upcoming Physio-Led Strength Class Series

Note: Please sign up for all classes within your series when registering

TUESDAY

8-week Postnatal Strength Level 1 with Kristen - Sept 15th - Nov 3rd - 9:30-10:20am - Book 8-week Postnatal Strength Class Starting Sept 15th

8-week Strength Fundamentals with Danielle - Sept 15th - Nov 3rd - 6:00-6:50pm - Book 8-week Strength Fundamentals Class Starting Sept 15th

WEDNESDAY

8-week Postnatal Strength Level 2 with Kristen - Sept 16th - Nov 4th - 9:30-10:20am - Book 8-week Postnatal Strength Class Starting Sept 16th

6-Week Strength for Stability with Mina - Sept 23rd - Oct 28th - 7:15 - 8:05pm - Book 6-week Strength for Stability Class starting Sept 23rd 

Questions about enrolment? Email us at info@flow-wellness.ca with your class preference and question and we would be happy to assist you!

How to Register For a Physio-Led Class Series

  • To access any physio-led classes at Flow Physio + Wellness, please book an Initial Assessment with one of our physiotherapists.

    If you have been a patient of one of our physios currently or in the past, you can email us at info@flow-wellness.ca to determine if you should book an Initial Re-assessment or Follow Up visit.

    1. Create a Jane App Profile

    2. Sign up for all dates in class series

    3. Classes are part of a series. Because they are physiotherapy-based they must begin with an assessment or re-assessment with one of our physiotherapists and contain a 6 or 8-week block of progressively programmed physiotherapy exercises with an end goal and a check-in at the end of the 6 or 8-week treatment block. These are not drop-in style classes, if you can’t make a class you will be sent the programming to do at home for that week (your home exercise program!)

  • Prior to the class starting, you will be billed for the class series 24 hours prior to the first class in the series.

    This will be used an an account credit and used for each week of class attendance to send you your physiotherapy invoice which you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

  • When you arrive please take off your outdoor shoes and leave them at the front door.

    If you arrive more than 5 minutes prior to class, please wait in the waiting room at the front.

    At 5 minutes to class, please head to the back studio for your class.

    Every week of class, the class amount will be taken from your account credit and you’ll receive an invoice to submit to your extended health provider.

  • Class can be submitted under ‘Small Group Physiotherapy’ with the supervising class physiotherapist’s billing number.

Physio-Led Strength Training FAQ

  • These classes are ideal for anyone who wants guided, safe, and progressive exercise with a clinical lens, especially:

    • Individuals recovering from injury or returning to exercise after time off

    • People dealing with ongoing aches or pain who need help moving confidently

    • Beginners who want to learn proper form and movement mechanics

    • Active individuals or athletes looking to improve performance and prevent injury

    • Those who feel unsure in a gym setting and want expert supervision and individualized modifications

    • Anyone wanting a structured, progressive program rooted in exercise physiology and based on a physiotherapy assessment rather than random workouts

    • They’re especially helpful if you’ve ever thought, “I know I should be exercising, but I’m not sure what’s safe or right for me.”

  • Our postnatal physio-led strength classes are divided into level I & II and are programmed and taught by a pelvic health physiotherapist and pregnancy & postpartum athleticism coaches.

    These series focus on rebuilding core, pelvic floor, and overall strength through intentional, progressive exercises tailored to the postpartum body and return to movement goals.

    These classes emphasize proper technique and controlled progression, helping reduce the risk of injury and common postpartum concerns while supporting a safe return to daily activity and fitness. They combine rehabilitation and strength training, offering a structured and supportive path back to feeling strong and confident.

  • A typical physio-led strength class is structured, progressive, and adaptable to your level—all while being closely supervised:

    1. Warm-Up

    • Guided mobility and activation exercises

    • Focus on key areas (hips, core, shoulders)

    • Breathing and movement prep to set good mechanics

    2. Movement Skill & Technique

    • Break down 1–2 key movement patterns (e.g. squat, horizontal push, vertical pull, hinge, etc)

    • Coaching on form, alignment, and muscle engagement

    • Regressions or progressions based on your ability

    3. Strength Work

    • Structured exercises targeting full-body strength

    • Options to adjust load, reps, and intensity

    • Often includes unilateral work (single-leg/arm) for balance and stability

    • Close supervision and real-time feedback

    4. Accessory / Stability Work

    • Core, balance, or smaller muscle groups

    • Injury prevention focus

    • Reinforces movement quality

    5. Cooldown & Check-In

    • Light mobility or stretching

    • Quick recap, questions, and guidance for progression

    • Individualized coaching within a group setting

    • Built-in progression week-to-week (not random workouts)

    • Emphasis on how you move, not just what you do

    • Physio-led and able to modify appropriately around injury, pain, restrictions and provide prognosis of return to full activity in the moment

    Overall, it feels like a blend of rehab + strength training + education giving you confidence to move well and get stronger safely!

  • You can work 1:1 on Physio-Led Strength Programming with our Physiotherapy Team:

    1. Mina Mladenovic MScPT

    2. Danielle Ufniak MScPT

    3. Ashley Endicott R.Kin, PTA (covered under physiotherapy)

Physio-Led Strength Sessions at Flow Physio + Wellness

We offer a variety of 1:1 and Small Group Physio-Led Strength Training Options

Physiotherapy Strength & Conditioning Initial Assessment with Mina

60 Minute Strength & Conditioning Physio Follow Up with Mina

Physiotherapy Initial Assessment with Danielle

Physiotherapy Running Analysis Initial Assessment with Danielle

45 Minute Running Analysis Follow Up with Danielle

After seeing one of our Physiotherapists for an Initial Assessment, you may book follow ups with Ashley Endicott C-SEP Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Kinesiologist

30 Minute Exercise Follow Up with Ashley Endicott R.Kin PTA

45 Minute Exercise Follow Up with Ashley Endicott R. Kin PTA

60 Minute Exercise Follow Up with Ashley Endicott R. Kin PTA