Optimizing the Kinetic Chain
June 1
Registration Form: Optimizing the Kinetic Chain
Instructed by Tera Mezynski, B(Sc) Kinesiology, M(Sc) Physical Therapy &
Kerry Carlson, B(Sc) Physiology, B(Sc) Physical Therapy
Registration Deadline: May 16, 2025
Date: *Starts the first week of June (Launch date June 1, 2025)
Location: Self-Paced, 8-hour course *(1 year access to course) + 1-hour live virtual Q&A session, Wednesday, November 19, 2025 (7pm-8pm AST) *See disclaimer below.
Fee: $189 (ANBMT Member)
The total value saved for the course + live session is $100.00.
(PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION; RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED)
CEUs: (CMTNB approved 4 Category A CEUs) *Active Initiatives will fill in the required supplementary verification letter.
*Student members with anatomy training are eligible to take this certification. Note: Students are only able to earn CEUs after becoming registered members of the CMTNB.
*Important Disclaimer: The course must be completed by November 19, 2025 (before the start of the 1-hour live virtual Q&A session from 7pm-8pm AST).
Course Details
- This is a self-paced, 8-hour virtual course offered through the Thinkific™ platform.
- There is limited access (1 yr.) to the self-paced course. (Must be completed by November 19, 2025.)
- Instructors are available throughout the year to answer any questions during the course via email.
- Active Initiatives will provide registrants with login information prior to the course launch date on June 1, 2024.
Learn about the kinetic chain which starts at our feet and moves upward. When alignment is optimized, this translates into improved function and injury prevention. Discover how the kinetic chain is dynamic and active.
Self-Paced Course Topics:
- To learn about the kinetic chain and how it differs from posture.
- To become familiar with kinetic chain alignment in the human body at each level.
- To understand the role of the kinetic chain as dynamic unit for stability.
- To recognize misalignments of the kinetic chain and how to correct them .
- To learn functional movement patterns (sit to stand, hinge, step).
- To be familiar with best exercises to support a functional kinetic chain.
- To learn streamlined exercises for each level of the kinetic chain.
- To learn about myofascial slings (posterior, anterior, and lateral).
- To understand the benefit of closed-kinetic chain exercises.
- To help your client with simple suggestions on optimizing their kinetic chain.
1-hour Live Virtual Session:
- Live virtual Q&A scheduled, Nov 19, 2025, from 7pm-8pm (AST) using the Zoom platform. The instructors will discuss the content covered in the self-paced module.
- The instructors answer questions submitted by registrants.
- The session will be recorded for all registrants that are unable to attend.
About the Instructors
Tera Mezynski, B(Sc) Kinesiology, M(Sc) Physical Therapy
Tera is a physiotherapist who has worked in the healthcare industry for over 15 years in all settings including hospital, private practice, and exercise rehabilitation. Tera has extensive training in lower limb arthroplasty and has helped develop surgical pathways. Neuromuscular exercise, muscle patterning, and exercise prescription are some of her areas of expertise and passion. Tera’s presentation style and knowledge are empowering, and her enthusiasm is contagious, whether the workshop is self-paced or live.
Kerry Carlson, B(Sc) Physiology, B(Sc) Physical Therapy
Kerry has over 25+ years of experience in all areas of physical therapy, including injury rehabilitation and health promotion. Kerry believes that a little movement throughout the day goes a long way and that small changes can significantly improve our health. Kerry has a gift for developing programs for 1:1 or group for osteoarthritis, balance, cognition, and dual tasking that are second to none. She is an unbelievable presenter who shares her knowledge of research in such a way that you can’t help but be drawn in and enthused. Join Kerry and you’ll leave with a sense of energy and readiness to implement what you’ve learned.
