The Indepth Team
Dani West
PT, MScPT, BA Dance
Clinic Owner & Director, Lead Physio
Special Interest in Dance Physiotherapy, Chronic Pain, Prevention & Patient Education
Let Dani's enthusiasm for movement as a healing modality inspire and encourage you. Dani is adamant that education in addition to training will not only aid in the reduction of injuries but add to the efficacy of a dancer’s training regime.
As Clinic Owner & Director, Dani also provides free videos, educational workshops, studio visits and custom classes.
What you can expect from Dani:
As Clinic Director, Owner, and Lead Physio, you can expect a comprehensive mobility and exercise plan from Dani, individualized one-on-one treatments, and a focus on using Movement as Modality for healing and better foundational training.
Leah Peterson
PT, MScPT, BSc Kinesiology
Clinic Manager, Lead Physio
Special Interest in Dance Physiotherapy, Vestibular Training, Neurological Conditions, Athletes
Leah treats a treats a variety of patients including athletes, chronic pain, and a variety of musculoskeletal injuries. While she specializes in dance therapy, she wants to help you return to your optimal level of function, health & wellness.
As Lead Physio for the Dance Assessment and Pre-Pointe Programs, let Leah help encourage your dancer. h
What you can expect from Leah:
Leah is an advocate for working with her patients to develop a treatment plan that is individualized, realistic, and goal-oriented.
Nancy Rutherford
PT, MScPT, BKin
Physiotherapist
Special Interest in Pelvic Physiotherapy, Dance Physiotherapy, Chronic Pain, Athletes, Geriatrics
Nancy holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology from UBC and her Masters of Physiotherapy from the University of Alberta. Nancy grew up in Calgary and was an avid dancer for more than a decade. Her love of dance was one of the primary reasons she pursued Physiotherapy, and she is excited to now be able to get back into the dance community in a new way.
Kella Glen
PT, BScPT, CAFCI
Physiotherapist
Special Interest in Dance Physiotherapy, Chronic Pain, Clinical Pilates
While a new face at Indepth, this former Highland and current Canadian (East Coast) Step dancer (the much more casual cousin of Irish dance, with a bit of tap thrown in) is by no means a new face in the physiotherapy field. With over 30 years of private practice experience, Kella is truly excited to join the Indepth team.
Rebecca Lipsey
PT, MScPT, BKin, C/NDT
Physiotherapist
Special Interest in Neurological Conditions, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Clinical Pilates
Rebecca has always been captivated by movement and the resiliency of the human body. As a strong believer in holistic care, she strives to meet an individual where they are and empower them to be a hero in their own story. Rebecca completed her Bachelor’s of Kinesiology at the University of Lethbridge before venturing out to Vancouver, B.C…
Avery Pearson, BKin
Lead Kinesiologist, Pilates Practitioner
Avery holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Calgary and too many Pilates certifications at this point to count! She not only completed all three levels (Beginner, Intermediate + Advanced) of her ICP Clinical Pilates Training through the clinic, but she also went on to do additional training through the University of Pilates. Avery is one of the most experienced Pilates Instructors at the clinic and we couldn’t be more proud to have her as our Lead Kinesiologist. There is no shortage of feedback of how much clients love her and it truly has been amazing to see how much she has grown as an instructor- and entrepreneur- over these past few years. That’s right- as if she is not busy enough, Avery started ALP Pilates, a home based Pilates Studio in 2025. From dancer, to Mrs. Pilates we are lucky to have her help train our kinesiologists and lead group classes and private sessions. Book with Avery below! Give her a follow on IG @alp_pilates!
Kate Armstrong
Pilates Practitioner
Kate is in her final year of a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. Kate first met Dani when she was a dancer back in highschool and is one of Indepth Physio’s longest employees on staff! Kate has completed her Beginner/ Intermediate Clinical Pilates training and is currently working on her Advanced certification. Kate also participated in the Indepth XTraining Team and completed all of our Physio First Aid courses. Kate has such a thirst for knowledge and excels at anything she puts her mind to. We love having Kate at the clinic but know that her time with us is limited as she recently applied to Physio school! While we will be sad to see her go, we can’t wait to see where this Indepth road will take her next. We will be cheering her on always from YYC! Book with Kate before it’s too late!
Tamara Block, BKin
ICP Course Instructor
Tamara is one of Indepth Physio’s Alumni! Tamara was in Grade 11 when she first met Dani who came to do a pop-up physio shop at her home town dance studio. Tamara was Indepth’s first Office Manager and Pilates teacher while she completed a double degree in Kinesiology and Dance at the University of Calgary. She has also completed her Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Clinical Pilates training through Indepth. Since graduating she has opened up her own Pilates Studio in Brooks and we couldn’t be more proud of her. Tamara remains on staff at Indepth as one of our amazing Instructors for our Indepth Clinical Pilates (ICP) Courses. While we don’t get to see her as often anymore, we love when she comes up to help teach! Give her a follow on IG @tamara.pilatesfitness!
Camilla Serrano
Physio Aid
Camila is currently completing a combined Degree in Kinesiology and Dance at the University of Calgary. Dance has been a huge part of her life, and she spent many years competing before completing my RAD Advanced 1 exam and graduating from the Alberta Ballet’s Open Division program. Camila is currently completing her Beginner/ Intermediate Clinical Pilates Certification through the clinic! Outside of work, she is also a dance teacher, sharing her love of movement with students of all ages.
Shaïna Jean-Baptiste, BKin
Physio Aid/ Pilates Practitioner
Shaïna is a recent graduate with a Combined Degree in Dance and Kinesiology from the University of Calgary. She began her journey in recreational dance, quickly fell in love with movement, and pursued competitive dance training before moving into the world of movement education and rehabilitation. Shaïna completed her Beginner/Intermediate Clinical Pilates Certification in December 2025!
Her passion lies in guiding others toward restored ease in daily movement – supporting recovery, building strength, and making movement feel accessible and enjoyable. Outside of work, Shaïna loves reading, writing, and has played the violin for over ten years!
Hannah den Ouden
Physio Aid
Hannah is in her 3rd year of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary. She grew up in the dance world, which led her to this clinic. She has had the opportunity to shadow throughout the years, which only fueled her passion. She is very interested in movement-based rehabilitation and how that can improve an individual's quality of life and learning how different parts of your body can affect each other when going through therapy. She is currently completing her Beginner/ Intermediate Clinical Pilates training through the clinic! Hannah is also planning on pursing physiotherapy one day!
