Meet the Team at OT Performance Rehab - Coquitlam

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Darnell is the Director of Performance and Training at OT Performance & Rehab. He has been working in the athletic performance and fitness industry for the past 10 years and is deeply passionate about helping people achieve their goals.

Growing up, Darnell participated in various sports, including soccer, volleyball, baseball, and martial arts, but he fell in love with football at the age of 13. After graduating high school, he played football for the UBC Thunderbirds and planned to become a PE teacher before shifting to his current career path.

In addition to being the co-owner of OT Performance & Rehab, Darnell owns Coastline Fitness Club, a personal training and group fitness studio in Burnaby.

Darnell’s passion for football remains strong, and he is the co-head coach of the New Westminster Hyacks Football team, now entering his 14th year of coaching. He has also coached over 30 players who have advanced to the NCAA or U-Sports level.

A fun fact about Darnell: his Spotify playlists are incredibly diverse, featuring everything from Hip Hop to Country, Reggae, Soca, and Rap. The only genre you won’t find him listening to is EDM.

 Cheng has been a physiotherapist and a kinesiologist with over 10 years of experience helping athletes. After being introduced to physiotherapy through his own injuries during his football career, he quickly became passionate about physical rehabilitation and performance therapy. He’s worked most of his career in getting athletes and weekend warriors back to sports or competition following injuries. He has worked closely with athletes from NLL, AFL, NRL, Junior Hockey, and CIS during his career in both Australia and Canada.

Cheng's specific interest in return-to-sport therapy and progression through early to end stage rehabilitation following pre and post-operative knee and shoulder injuries including ACL, meniscus, and rotator cuff repair/reconstructions.

He has also taken interest in longevity sports medicine in the older population in helping prevent chronic condition that often comes with aging such as Osteo-Arthritis, Osteopenia, muscle/strength loss, Cardiovascular health etc.

Outside of the clinic, Cheng enjoys staying active in activities such as functional training, power lifting, and dipping his toes in golf and snowboarding.

Krystal is one of the Kinesiologists and Personal Trainers at OT Performance Rehab. She recently graduated with a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from CapU. 

Growing up, Krystal was full of energy, which naturally led her to participate in various sports, including soccer, basketball, softball, and volleyball. Her passion for staying active played a significant role in her journey into the fitness world.

Her fascination with rehab comes from the joy she finds in helping others recover and become stronger. Krystal finds it incredibly rewarding to be part of someone’s recovery process, guiding them through challenges and celebrating every small victory along the way.

When Krystal isn’t at the clinic or the gym, she can  be found spending time with friends and family, playing volleyball, or going on “hot girl walks.” She and her friends are currently planning to run a half marathon, which means her “hot girl walks” will sometimes turn into “hot girl runs.”

Jenna is a strength and conditioning coach and kinesiologist at OT Performance & Rehab.

 Her passion for athlete development began during her childhood; growing up alongside her older brother who played elite-level hockey, following in their grandfather’s footsteps. As they grew up, Jenna witnessed the highs and lows of youth sports, including injuries and rejections, as well as the determination and perseverance that helped her brother reach the professional level.

In high school, Jenna played field lacrosse and swam, and though she didn’t pursue sports at a high level herself, she knew she wanted a career in the sports field. After high school, she attended McMaster University to study kinesiology, where she served as a trainer for several elite hockey teams and the McMaster men’s football team. Through her time with elite teams, Jenna discovered her own appreciation for the role of training and nutrition in athletic performance.

After graduating from McMaster, Jenna continued her education at the University of Guelph, earning a degree in Applied Human Nutrition. She has since become a registered kinesiologist in British Columbia (BCAK), her knowledge behind nutrition, and being a certified strength and conditioning coach allows athletes reach their full potential and progress in the gym.

A fun fact about Jenna: her last name is in the rafters of Madison Square Garden, and her grandfather won a Stanley Cup with the Toronto Maple Leafs, making her a lifelong Leafs fan.

Tej acquired his Doctor of Physiotherapy from Bond University on Australia’s Gold Coast, he has a passion for improving the health and well-being of individuals from all age groups and backgrounds. Tej brings over five years combined experience in both the physiotherapy and strength and conditioning. He supports clients with an individualized approach utilizing hands on therapy, soft tissue release and active rehabilitation.

Tej has worked with sports teams up to the semi-professional level providing and implementing specialized training programs to support and improve athletic performance. He previously has worked at a practice treating chronic conditions as a part of multi-disciplinary teams running cardiac and osteoarthritis rehabilitation programs. His special interests include return to sport therapy, musculoskeletal and neurological cases.

Outside of work Tej enjoys playing a variety of sports (ice hockey, golf, soccer and basketball), hiking with his family, mountain biking and camping. With a commitment to excellence and education Tej focuses on positively impacting the health and lives of the individuals and communities he serves.

Dave is a Personal Trainer and Kinesiologist whose love for fitness began in high school when he joined the football program at New Westminster Secondary. He found his passion in off-season training, engaging in intense outdoor workouts that boosted his confidence and honed his skills for the game. Playing a high-contact sport introduced him to the world of injuries. During his recovery, Dave became captivated by the rehabilitation process as he witnessed how his body could regain movement with less discomfort and pain. This experience fueled his passion for fitness, rehab, and health.

Dave pursued his passion by studying fitness and health at Douglas College, where he earned a Sports Science Diploma. He then furthered his education by graduating with a Bachelor's in Kinesiology from the University of British Columbia. Human Kinetics has always fascinated Dave, and now he is dedicated to sharing that knowledge with others.

 He enjoys educating people on various movements that empower them in their everyday lives, helping them enjoy their favorite activities or move with confidence and comfort alongside their families.

Outside of OT Performance & Rehab, Dave can often be found playing recreational touch or flag football, playing basketball, or coaching football for his alma mater, the New Westminster Hyacks.

Wesley has over a decade of experience as a Physiotherapist and Kinesiologist dedicated to helping individuals of all backgrounds achieve their best health. His personalized, and focused approach aims to not only facilitate recovery, but to enhance  strength and resilience, ensuringclients return to their favorite activities healthier than ever.

Wesley has built a diverse clinical background, working across orthopedics, pediatrics, neurological rehabilitation, and sports rehab. His extensive experience includes treating athletes from various levels, including the AFL, NRL, and collegiate sports, in both Australia and Canada. He is particularly skilled in return-to-sport therapy, whether you're bouncing back from a major surgery or a minor weekend injury.

Wesley's methodology combines exercise-based rehabilitation with manual therapy techniques to support effective recovery. Having personally experienced an ACL injury, he brings a unique perspective to his practice, especially when addressing knee conditions such as age-related changes, meniscal injuries, and post-operative recovery. Additionally, he is passionate about assisting older adults in managing and preventing chronic conditions like Tendinopathy, Osteoarthritis, Sarcopenia, and Osteoporosis.

Outside of the clinic, Wesley dabbles in weightlifting, enjoys playing basketball and volleyball. He’s also recently taken up mountain biking, where he's gradually improving his skills on the trails.