Ada Vander Meer

Ada Vander Meer

Fitness Consultant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Becoming YOU Mentor | Registered Massage Therapist

  • Education

    • ICT Kikkawa College

      2001 - 2002
      Registered Massage Therapy Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage Graduated "top of the class"​

      I attended ICT Kikkawa's 2200 hour Registered Massage Therapy Fast Track Program starting January 2001 and finishing June 2002. I was given the award of Top of my Class at graduation.

    • Calvin College

      1981 - 1986
      Bachelor of Science (BSc) Human Biology

      Activities and Societies: Varsity Cross-Country Varsity Track & Field Intramural Volleyball Intramural Ice Hockey High Concentration of Human Sciences, Kinesiology, Physiology of Physical ActivityTeaching and Coaching of Track and Field; Teaching and Coaching Gymnastics

    • McMaster University

      2005 - 2005
      Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Certificate Contemporary Medical Acupuncture

      Contemporary Medical Acupuncture is a precise peripheral nerve stimulation technique, in which acupuncture needles are inserted into anatomically defined neurofunctional sites, and stimulated manually or with electricity for the therapeutic purpose of modulating abnormal activity of the nervous system and/or the endocrine, exocrine and immune systems, in pain syndromes, functional problems, and any diseases in which these modulatory mechanisms are available. Neuromodulation occurs through… Show more Contemporary Medical Acupuncture is a precise peripheral nerve stimulation technique, in which acupuncture needles are inserted into anatomically defined neurofunctional sites, and stimulated manually or with electricity for the therapeutic purpose of modulating abnormal activity of the nervous system and/or the endocrine, exocrine and immune systems, in pain syndromes, functional problems, and any diseases in which these modulatory mechanisms are available. Neuromodulation occurs through neurological and neurohumoral mechanisms at multiple levels, namely: peripheral nerves, spinal cord, brain stem, brain and cerebellum.McMaster Medical Acupuncture ProgramContemporary Medical Acupuncture is mechanism-based, not disease-based. Therapeutic goals and treatment targets are selected based on the identified neurological dysfunctions contributing to the clinical presentation of the symptoms. Show less

    • Queen's University

      1988 - 1989
      Bachelor of Education (BEd) Physical Education and Biology
    • Calvin College

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      Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Biology, Physical and Health Education
  • Experience

    • Super Fitness

      Jun 1986 - Dec 1986
      Fitness Consultant

      At Super Fitness Health Clubs, I saw the clients as they first came into the club and evaluated their fitness level including Cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and overall wellness. From their results, I helped set them up with the most appropriate membership solution.

    • Toronto Board of Education

      Sept 1989 - Dec 2000
      Teacher, Head of Physical Education | Etobicoke School for the Arts

      I am passionate about instilling the importance of a lifelong love for health and fitness along with the ability to objectively evaluate current health issues.My competencies include:• 11 years’ hands-on experience in developing and implementing PE curricula for high school students• Expert in effectively adapting the curriculum to engage different age and ability levels• Competent at managing the assigned time to achieve instructional goals• Well-versed in devising instructional strategies to cater for individual needsI strongly believe that a healthy and active lifestyle plays a vital role in children’s cognitive and emotional development in addition to their physical growth. Keeping the students motivated and inculcating a deep sense of sportsmanship which is also extended into their curricular activities and practical lives are my biggest strengths. Show less

    • Institute Of Sports Medicine

      Jan 2000 - Mar 2012
      • Registered Massage Therapist

        Jan 2001 - Mar 2012
      • Physiotherapist Assistant

        Jan 2000 - Jan 2002
    • High Point Wellness Clinic

      Jan 2002 - Jan 2004
      Registered Massage Therapist
    • No Boundaries Health Services

      Jan 2004 - Jan 2023
      Registered Massage Therapist

      Ada Vander Meer is a sought after Registered Massage Therapist and Contemporary Medical Acupuncturist, providing professional therapeutic services for both acute and chronic injuries. Specializing in deep tissue treatment along with Medical Acupuncture, Ada has worked closely with high performance professional and elite amateur athletes.

    • Ada Vander Meer

      Mar 2007 - Mar 2023
      Healthcare to Freedom | Design Your Life | The Art of Wellbeing

      I help successful dynamic health care leaders change their future from being trapped in the "time for money" model of their practice to creating time freedom by building a residual income asset in the online wellness space. By leveraging their experiences and motivation to have more in life, I help them professionally build a prosperous online wellness business while working full-time through simple systems and proven tactics that are globally recognized. People interested in working with me can book a discovery call by emailing ada.e.vandermeer@gmail.com Show less

    • Ada Vander Meer

      Jul 2021 - now
      Becoming YOU Mentor

      I help dynamic professionals who desire to do more, become more and achieve more in life and career to design and achieve an extraordinary life that they absolutely love. I offer a life changing program that guides people step by step in finding the right goals for them, identify and breakthrough what limits them and build the self image that powers them to be, do have anything that they dream and the tools to always stay in charge. People want meaningful and purposeful lives and this program delivers. The impact also has a positive ripple effect with all those who surround the participant. People interested in working with me can either come to one of my free virtual workshops or book a discovery call. https://linktr.ee/adavandermeer Show less

    • Ada's RMT & ACUPUNCTURE

      Feb 2023 - now
      Registered Massage Therapist & Acupuncture

      Ada Vander Meer is a sought after Registered Massage Therapist and Contemporary Medical Acupuncturist, providing professional therapeutic services for both acute and chronic injuries. Specializing in deep tissue treatment along with Medical Acupuncture, Ada has worked closely with high performance professional and elite amateur athletes.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • NCCP Level 1

      National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP)
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Trainer | Coordinator

      Issued by The Have It All Woman on Sept 2008
      The Have It All WomanAssociated with Ada Vander Meer
    • Assistant Coach & Lead Trainer

      Issued by Bermuda National Volleyball Team on Mar 2002
      Bermuda National Volleyball TeamAssociated with Ada Vander Meer
    • President

      Issued by Girls Athletic Association, Etobicoke Board of Education on Sept 1996
      Girls Athletic Association, Etobicoke Board of EducationAssociated with Ada Vander Meer
    • Volleyball Convenor

      Issued by Girls Athletic Association, Etobicoke Board of Education on Sept 1992
      Girls Athletic Association, Etobicoke Board of EducationAssociated with Ada Vander Meer
    • Head Volleyball Coach

      Issued by Etobicoke Board of Education on Sept 1989
      Etobicoke Board of EducationAssociated with Ada Vander Meer