Fitquest stands as the premier destination for Athletic & Health performance in Eastern Ontario. We have over 30 years of providing professional coaching services and proven success. Our team is composed of dedicated and educated professionals that have experience in a collaborative medicine and sports science environment. We have the Expertise and Resources for all your needs!

Collaborate - Performance - Health

WHO WE COACH

SPORTS PERFORMANCE

Professional Athletes/Elite Athletes/Developing Athletes

HEALTH PERFORMANCE

Personal Wellness Collaborative Rehabilitation

HOW WE COACH

Assess/Plan/Implement/Monitor/ Strategize


We pride ourselves on collaborating with our clients in building a solid plan of action towards achievable and sustainable goals.

Our Performance Coaches

  • Chris Schwarz, BSc, Kin, R.Kin Founder & Director of Performance and Development

    Over 30 years experience as Performance Coach working with elite, developing and “Sport Active” athletes in Canada, USA and Europe.

    • 13 years Ottawa Senators Hockey Club - Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

    • 2 years Head Strength Coach New York Islanders Hockey Club

    • Registered Kinesiologist

    • Former Professional Athlete. Volleyball

  • Alex Vaduva, B.Sc., CSCS

    Over 12 years of experience as a strength and conditioning coach helping elite athletes develop to their fullest potential and helping individuals with the rehabilitation process to a healthier lifestyle.

    • 7 years Head Strength and Conditioning Coach with Canadian International Hockey Academy

    • 3 years Head Strength and Conditioning Coach with Dalhousie Mens Volleyball Team

    • Assisted with 4 Training Camps with Ottawa Senators Hockey Club

    • Coached hundreds of athletes from NHL, AHL, CIS

  • Nick Silva, BSc., CSCS, CAT (C)

    With a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Therapy from the University of Mount Union, Nick has been practicing as a Strength & Conditioning Coach and Athletic Therapist for over 4 years. Nick specializes in working with athletes and general populations alike to help clients develop towards their goals, while assisting with performance both mentally and physically.

    • Former NCAA D3 Men’s Lacrosse Athlete

    • Has experience working with multiple sport athletes in NCAA, CIS, OHL

    • Certified by the Canadian Athletic Therapist Association (Canada) and the Board of Certification (USA)

  • Nathan Blackburn, BSc. Kin, R.Kin.

    With a Bachelor’s degree (Hon) in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa, Nathan has been practicing as a Registered Kinesiologist and Strength Coach in the clinical setting for over 13 years. Specializing in injury prevention, exercise rehabilitation, and strength & conditioning, he works with athletes and general populations alike to manage injuries, improve physical capacity, and enhance performance in both sport, and life.

    • Registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario

    • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with the NSCA

    • Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certified Level 2 Fitness Pro

    • Functional Movement Systems Certified (FMS)

    • Selective Functional Movement Assessment Certified (SFMA) coming soon…

  • Josh Dawson, B.H.K.

    With an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa and years of involvement playing competitive sports, Josh has experience with fitness training and high performance development. With a passion for sports, exercise science, and people, Josh has worked with athletes and individuals at all levels, helping them maximize their potential, reach goals, improve athletic performance, and maintain physical and mental wellbeing.

    • Experience working with athletes from Youth, Varsity, and Junior levels. (CIS, OHL)

    • Competitive Spartan Racer – Ranked 3rd in Canada in Age Group (2017)

    • Former competitive hockey player.

    • Plans to challenge CSCS (2023) and work towards becoming an R.Kin.

  • Matt Bidin, BKin

    With a Bachelor of Kinesiology (Hon) and concentration in Movement, Health and Development from Wilfrid Laurier University, Matt has been involved in coaching athletes for over 8 years, from young beginners to professional. Matt spent the last two years working closely with Laurier's Varsity Sports teams as a Strength and Conditioning Intern. Matt specializes in helping athletes and the general population reach their personal and lifestyle goals through his experiences as both an athlete and coach.

    • Former elite hockey and lacrosse athlete

    • Experience training wide range of athletes

    • Plans to challenge R.Kin in October 2023