Darcy has always been passionate about training, nutrition and overall fitness. Born and raised in Mississauga, he played a number of competitive sports including baseball, basketball, volleyball, wrestling and football. He attended Saint Mary’s University on a football scholarship and was drafted 6th overall in the 2009 CFL draft. After playing a combined 5 seasons with The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Edmonton Eskimos, his career was unfortunately cut short by a career ending shoulder surgery.

Darcy has nearly a decade of training experience and uses a unique and integrated approach to personal training that consists of strength and rehabilitation sciences. He has worked with athletes in the NHL, NBA, NFL, CFL, OHL, NCAA and U Sports. His passion lies in helping clients of all levels, from beginner to professional athlete, reach their goals through developing strength, technique and mobility.

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Intrigued at a very young age, Alec has always had a curious mind for human moment. From small nuances to how humans walk, to complex scales of cognitive, associative, and autonomous function during high performance tasks. Pair that curious mind with an able body, Alec was immersed with sports since he was 11 years old ranging from basketball, football, shot-put, javelin, discus, boxing etc. This created a recipe to not only push Alec to understand how we perform, but bring the practical side on why we perform certain actions over the other.

Alec lives by the saying “do what you love and love what you do”. Studying Health & Exercise at Humber College, Alec has both knowledge and sensible foundations on basic biomechanics, functional anatomy, and exercise prescription, Alec is able to distinguish basic needs of everyday movement that meets every day specific tasks. Whether it be rehab, sport performance, or just simply getting you to move. Alec is with you!

His interests include; MMA, Cooking, Thrifting, Traveling, Adrenaline junkie

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Patrick is a Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Athletic Therapist and a Personal Trainer at SWAT. He has been working in the health and wellness industry for four years, and he is passionate about helping people improve their physical and mental well-being. Whether you are an athlete looking to maximize your strength and performance, or someone who wants to be more capable and confident in your daily activities, he can help you achieve your goals. He uses a variety of techniques and modalities, such as manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education, to address your specific needs and challenges. Patrick believes that the most important thing he can do for you is to teach you how to move properly and help you understand the reasoning behind your treatment plan, so that you can take charge of your own health and wellness. When he is not working, he enjoys fishing and spending time in nature. He looks forward to meeting you and working with you at SWAT!

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With a clinical focus on functional aging, muscle building, digestive health, athletic performance, and chronic disease prevention, Dr. Quinn Curran, ND is passionate about helping patients not just live longer—but live better. Her goal is to support energy, strength, and resilience through every stage of life, using strategies that address the root causes of fatigue, bloating, inflammation, and hormonal imbalance.

Dr. Curran takes an evidence-based, individualized approach to care that emphasizes gut health, metabolic function, and sustainable lifestyle habits. Whether working with athletes, busy professionals, or anyone looking to optimize their health, she blends science, movement, and mindset to help people feel their best from the inside out.

With a background in personal training and a genuine love for movement, Dr. Quinn champions realistic and flexible habits that support long-term health. Outside the clinic, you’ll find her coaching fitness classes, walking her giant Newfoundland dog, or on the hunt for Toronto’s best truffle fries.

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Brian’s knowledge and expertise comes from an athletic background, having played a high level of hockey from the minor level to the collegiate level. He incorporates his competitive edge and dedication into his training for his clients. Brian has experience working with elite level athletes from all sports, especially with hockey players at all levels from minor hockey to junior and collegiate levels. He also brings experience in other areas of fitness working with group fitness, rehabilitation, and personal training clientele.

Brian’s education brought him to the fitness industry where he completed a Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion from Humber College as well as a Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology from the University of Guelph Humber. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the NSCA as well as a Certified Nutrition Coach from Precision Nutrition.

Brian’s training method revolves around functional movement. His approach is built with the client’s goals in mind. He utilizes mobility and quality movement to improve functional strength, flexibility, and stability. This whole body approach ultimately improves movement and performance.

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Laura Gelowitz

Physiotherapist, MScPT, HBScKin

Laura graduated with a Master of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Toronto. Prior to this, she received a bachelor’s degree in honours Kinesiology from McMaster University. During her time at McMaster, Laura was a member of the Women’s Hockey team; served as a student strength and conditioning coach for the Men’s and Women’s Varsity Soccer teams; and was a student therapist for the Men’s Football team.

Laura takes an active patient-centered approach to therapy that combines individualized exercise prescription, manual therapy, acupuncture and education to help her patients achieve their goals and return to their meaningful life activities.

When she’s not in the clinic, you can find Laura playing hockey, playing pickleball, strength training, or going for long walks around the neighbourhood.

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Dr. Dave Giannone is a chiropractor by discipline and one of the original founders of SWAT. His diversified skill-set includes Active Release Technique(ART), Contemporary Medical Acupuncture, Integrated Therapeutics, DNS, and concussion care.

His original vision of SWAT stemmed from the belief that healthcare begins when we empower patients to understand balance in their body. As a chiropractor, Dr. Dave believes in finding the root cause of dysfunction of pain and treating with movement-based solutions.

Outside of SWAT, Dave is a family man, hardcore Raptors fan, movie buff, and musician.

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Paola received her Masters of Physiotherapy degree at McMaster University, where she also worked as a strength and conditioning coach with various varsity sports teams, focusing on the men’s and women’s soccer teams. Previously, she went to the University of Toronto where she received her Bachelor’s of Kinesiology degree and played on the varsity soccer team.

With experience in working with diverse populations in the contexts of rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and injury prevention, Paola is committed to collaborating with her patients to develop individualized rehabilitation plans aimed at reaching their identified goals. She integrates exercise programs, manual therapy, and education to maximize their function and well-being. With personal experience in high-performance sport as an athlete and coach, Paola understands the demands of high-performance sport and integrates this perspective into her approach to optimize performance.

On her time off, she likes to play soccer, try out new restaurants with her friends, and enjoy the summer weather for as long as possible.

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Dr. Sarah Hampton is a strong believer in functional well-being, injury prevention and healthcare tailored to the unique demands, goals and abilities of each individual patient. Dr. Sarah believes that for healthcare to be successful, patients must feel empowered and supported, through meaningful patient education and communication. Her passion for athletic performance and rehabilitation was sparked at an early age as a high-level hockey player. She now enjoys training and coaching young athletes as a member of the Toronto Marlboros U-18 coaching staff, and through her work with the OJHL and OJLL. Dr. Sarah is a Functional Integrated Acupuncture provider, and has completed certifications in Shift Concussion Management, Smart Tools instrument assisted soft tissue therapy.

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Luke graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics before moving to Ireland to attend the University of Limerick, where he completed his Master of Science in Physiotherapy.

Luke values the experience of his patients and believes that communication and relationship building play a key role in the recovery journey. He is focused on empowering through providing targeted education, manual therapy, and personalized exercise programs, and believes that understanding his patients and their individual needs and abilities is what makes the difference in getting someone back to their best self.

Outside of the clinic, Luke likes to spend his time with his friends, family and dogs. He spends his winters ski racing on the slopes in Collingwood, and summers wake-surfing the Muskoka Lakes. Luke recognizes the value of being active at any age or stage of life, and his goal is to ensure his patients can do what they love for many years to come.

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Hannah is a highly accomplished Registered Massage Therapist, specializing in Sports Massage Therapy. She graduated from Mohawk College in 2024 and has worked with diverse groups including the Hamilton Tigercats CFL team, the Hamilton Police SWAT team, and patients with progressive health conditions. Hannah uses her deep knowledge of human anatomy and advanced therapeutic techniques to optimize muscle function, enhance flexibility and strength, and accelerate recovery for athletes.

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Will has been around sports and training since he was young, growing up in Oakville playing various sports. While studying Kinesiology and working as a Strength and Conditioning Coach at Wilfrid Laurier University, Will represented the Men’s Rugby team. Will also volunteers as an Assistant Coach for the U18 boys with the Burlington Centaurs RFC and still competes as a Senior Men’s Player!

Will has a passion for helping others to better themselves and hopes to help you achieve your goals! His health and fitness knowledge allows him to help others succeed in attaining their goals. Seeing your progress is one of Will’s favourite things!

His interests include: Rugby, Golf, Other Sports, Training, Traveling, Coaching, and Music

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Chloé is a wellness expert, Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) passionate about the connection between nutrition, movement, and performance.

She strives to make meaningful connections with individuals by creating a welcoming space where everyone is heard, supported, and empowered to heal through nutrition, movement, and lifestyle strategies.

Chloé combines her personal experience with Crohn’s Disease, her education in nutrition, and her passion for athletic performance to help you lead your most optimal life. As a marathon runner, she understands firsthand the importance of fueling the body for endurance, strength, and recovery. Whether you’re looking to enhance energy levels, improve recovery, or optimize performance, she provides personalized support to help you feel and perform at your best.

Chloé believes that mindful movement, proper fueling and building meaningful relationships are all essential components of a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

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Hi, I’m Brooke! I’m a Manual Osteopathic Practitioner based in Toronto and a proud member of OSTCAN. I completed my Master in Practice of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M.OMSc) at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy in Hamilton, where I trained for over 4,200 hours and gained more than 1,500 hours of hands-on clinical experience.

I believe that every body has an incredible capacity to heal and regulate itself when given the right support. My treatments use a gentle, hands-on approach to look beyond symptoms and uncover the root cause of pain or dysfunction. Whether you’re experiencing an injury, chronic tension, or simply feel out of balance, my goal is to help restore motion, ease restrictions, and support healthy circulation of the nerves, arteries, veins, and lymphatics so your body can function at its best.

Osteopathy is for everyone, and no two treatments are ever the same. Each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals—whether that means improving mobility, reducing pain, easing stress, or simply helping you feel more at home in your body. I take the time to listen, understand, and work with you so that together we can create meaningful, lasting change.

At the heart of my practice is a genuine care for the people I work with. Nothing makes me happier than helping someone move more freely, feel more comfortable in their body, and regain the energy to do the things they love.

I’d love to meet you and support you on your journey to better health, balance, and well-being.

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Dr. Ruffolo has developed a passion for chiropractic at a young age after seeking rehabilitation for a plethora of injuries she experienced while playing competitive soccer. Her love for sport continued as she pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology while playing soccer in the NCAA at James Madison University, and Usports at Western University. After completing her university degree, she attended the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC).

Since graduating, she has become certified in the Integrated Needling (IN) acupuncture course and the Integrated Assessment/Integrated Patterning course (IA/IP) focusing on functional assessment and rehabilitation.

With an extensive sports background, Dr. Ruffolo understands the biomechanical demands placed on the body during sports and physical activity. She uses conservative care techniques such as active care, soft tissue therapy, mobilization, manipulation, and acupuncture to curate a treatment plan that addresses her patients individualized needs.

This background has provided her with the skill set to approach and administer effective treatment for varying conditions including minor musculoskeletal complaints such as sprains and strains, to headaches, to more serious issues including major low back pain, biomechanical dysfunctions, postural dysfunctions and athletic injuries.

Outside of clinic, Dr. Ruffolo enjoys trying various physical activities such as weight training, pilates, yoga, running and cycling.

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Yesinia Silva

Received diploma for Massage Therapy In 2016. Worked in Brandon, Winnipeg for a year as an RMT. CMTO registered 2018. FST level 1 2020.

I am passionately in love with being a Registered Massage Therapist. As a massage therapist my goal is to help others feel their best. Working with a group of amazing, talented people at SWAT not only makes my job fun but allows me to learn & grow. I feel so grateful for all of the clients I have met throughout my journey. I leave work each day feeling full and energized.

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Dan’s passion and experience with sports and exercise, as well as his love for science made him pursue his career in the Fitness and Health industry studying Exercise Science at the post secondary level. His emphasis on evidence-based practices, Strength training, longevity, injury prevention, and education is what made him fall perfectly in line with the principles that SWAT Health preaches.

Dan’s success as a Strength & Conditioning Coach/Rehabilitation Assistant comes from his ability to apply his theory-based education with practical experience, which allows him to work with a wide range of clientele from beginner to advanced, athletes, as well as injury rehabilitation patients.

Dan has been a Strength & Conditioning coach/Rehab Specialist for the past 5 years and is currently the Director of Training at SWAT Health

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