Sonaya Wynn
Fall Prevention Instructor
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Facilitate structured fall prevention and functional fitness classes for older adults in a supportive and safe environment Monitor participant safety through direct supervision and adherence to established program and safety guidelines Assess client needs to formulate individualized goals and provide appropriate exercise recommendations
Experience
Fall Prevention Instructor - Stone Road Physiotherapy - Oshawa
- Facilitate structured fall prevention and functional fitness classes for older adults in a supportive and safe environment
- Monitor participant safety through direct supervision and adherence to established program and safety guidelines
- Assess client needs to formulate individualized goals and provide appropriate exercise recommendations
- Design and deliver client-centered, goal-oriented exercise programs aimed at improving balance, strength, mobility and confidence
Injury Prevention interventions (Adolescent) - Ontario Tech University
(2024-01 - 2026-04)
- Explored injury prevention strategies targeting adolescents and geriatric populations
- Examined local environments, behavioural, and physiological risk factors contributing to injury occurrence
- Developed intervention proposals focused on fall prevention, safe movement and physical activity practices
Injury Prevention interventions (Geriatric) - Ontario Tech University
- 2 years experience working with older adults, health promotion, physical activity, and mobility support
Health program design - Ontario Tech University
(2025-12 - 2025-09)
- Developed an evidence based 8 week health and wellness program focused on improving physical activity and over all wellbeing
- Gathered client information to support needs to adapt program
- Applied principles of exercise physiology, program planning and behaviour change strategies to support client goals
- Designed progressive exercise components targeting strength, cardiovascular endurance, mobility and injury prevention
- Integrated health promotion strategies and learnt components into program implementation
Motor growth and disability research - Ontario Tech University
(2025-09 - 2025-12)
- Academic research examining motor development and the impact of disabilities on movement and functional performance
- Researched literature related to physical activity participation, development growth and adaptive movement strategies
- Understand barriers and supports for child growth and individuals disabilities
- Research, critical analysis, and scientific communication skills through written and collaborative work
Paint department (Coach) & Special Services - The Home Depot
(2022-03)
- Provided customer support and product recommendations based on project needs and product knowledge
- Assisted in training and mentoring team members to maintain department organization and customer service standards
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in a fast-paced retail environment
- Supported inventory management, merchandising, and workplace safety procedures
- Coordinated customer orders, deliveries, and service requests while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
- Managed administrative tasks including order processing, scheduling, and customer issue resolution
- Utilized strong organizational and problem-solving skills to support daily operations
- Delivered professional customer service while handling multiple responsibilities in a high-volume environment
Education
Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) - Kinesiology - Ontario Tech University (2026-06)