Kinesiologists

The staff working at Viomax is kinesiologists who have obtained or are in the process of completing a bachelor's degree in the field.

What is Kinesiology?

Kinesiology is the science of human movements.

The training that future kinesiologists receive while going through their university studies include aspects such as: Anatomy and the Physiology of Exercise, the Biomechanics of Movement, Sports Psychology, Motor Development, among others.

Kinesiologists may take further courses which are specific to Adapted Physical Activity and Cinesiology.

Kinesiologists in training also have the opportunity to take part in internships during their studies which allows them to choose their areas of interest. Viomax helps in this process by recruiting numerous trainees from a variety of universities including the University of Montreal, UQAM, the University of Sherbrooke, as well as Concordia University. These trainees come to us looking to experience working in an environment where physical activities are adapted to people living with a physical disability, for the first time.

Viomax offers training for the staff which is specific to the different types of disabilities and the limitations faced by the clientele. We also educated staff about the types of adaptations that can be made to a range of physical activities. This training notably pertains to different pathologies that can be encountered as well as limitations that may result; medications used by the clients; safe transfer techniques and the best approach to use for each case.

The Viomax team also receives expertise and valuable advice from professionals at its main partner the Lucie Bruneau Rehabilitation Centre such as physical educators, doctors, physiotherapists, social workers, special needs educators, psychologists, nurses as well as professionals from the various CLSCs and other rehabilitation centers in the Greater Montreal Area.

The tasks that the kinesiologists at VIOMAX undertake are varied and interesting including intervention, supervision, training, reception, giving advice pertaining to the activities being done and participating in the organization's development.

Viomax also recruits volunteers and aids who offer their services in order to help the kinesiologists to be able to do their work effectively and efficiently. Their tasks include adjusting the machines, help in the changing rooms, socializing with members, etc.