MAT® Instructors
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CEO/Founder Greg Roskopf
Greg Roskopf has devoted his career to the study of the “cause and effect” of the muscular system and how it relates to pain. As the author of the Roskopf Principle and the founder of Muscle Activation Techniques® he has developed a program (MAT®) that fills the gap between the medical and the exercise fields. He has applied his MAT® technique to patients and taught MAT® certification courses for decades.
Greg works with clients of various levels of physical capabilities. Greg has also worked as a consultant for various professional sports teams including: the Denver Broncos, the Utah Jazz, and the Denver Nuggets.
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MATRx® Full Body Specialist, Instructor of Masters and Specialist Programs Megan Leyba
After being introduced to MAT®, Megan developed a passion for helping others to see the benefits of this incredible technique.
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MAT® Rx Full Body Specialist, Mastery Cervical Spine Instructor, Specialist Program Cervical and Accessory Instructor, and Jumpstart Instructor Eric Seifert
MAT® Rx Full Body Specialist, Mastery Cervical Spine Instructor, Specialist Program Cervical and Accessory Instructor, and Jumpstart Instructor: Eric Seifert is one of Canada’s leading professionals regarding muscular function and health. He holds a Mastery Level designation within the Muscle Activation Techniques® (MAT®) discipline as well as the Resistance Training Specialist (RTS) program. He was asked […]
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PT, DPT, MATRx® Full Body Specialist, Instructor of Masters, Specialist, and Jumpstart Programs Dr. Eryn Paetz
Dr. Eryn Paetz is a MATRx® Full Body Specialist, has her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and is Co-Owner of Rock Solid Physical Therapy, Powered by MAT®.
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Honorary Lifetime Jumpstart Instructor Peter Chiasson (1970-2012)
HONORARY LIFETIME JUMPSTART INSTRUCTOR: Peter had over 20 years in the health and wellness industry, and was one of the most educated and experienced health professionals in Canada. Peter was a Certified Muscle Activation Techniques® Specialist, had a Masters designation with the Resistance Training Specialist program and was an RTS Instructor. Peter was also a […]
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MAT® Rx Foot and Hand Specialist, Specialist Program Instructor & Jumpstart Instructor Aaron Lakanen
Aaron Lakanen is a dedicated and passionate fitness professional, entering the field in 1999. He has spent his entire career learning more about the human body, the greatest creation, to best serve his clients and students in their desire to seek optimal function and performance. Beginning his career in Minnesota as a trainer, he was […]
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PT, DPT, MATRx® Full Body Specialist, Instructor of Masters, Specialist, and Jumpstart Programs Dr. Ryan Coufal
Dr. Ryan Coufal is an MATRx® Full Body Specialist and holds his B.S. in Exercise Science and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy, both from the University of New Mexico.
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MAT®Rx Foot and Hand Specialist, Specialist Program Instructor & Jumpstart Instructor Charlie Cates
Charlie Cates is a Muscle Activation Techniques® certified master specialist (MAT®m), a mastery level Resistance Training Specialist™ with honors (RTSmh), and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He is also a candidate for a Masters of Science degree in Exercise Science from Northeastern Illinois University. Charlie attained a Bachelor of […]
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MAT®Rx Foot and Hand Specialist, Specialist Program Instructor & Jumpstart Instructor Omar Castillo
For more than a decade Omar Castillo has been helping people achieve their health goals at Sport City, Mexico’s largest fitness chain. His work as a Personal Trainer has been featured in fitness magazines and newspaper such as Balance, Reforma & Universal. Omar studied Architecture in the ITESM – CEM and continues studying Sports Science […]
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MAT®Rx Foot and Hand Specialist and Jumpstart Instructor Pedro Lopez
Apasionado del deporte, el rendimiento y sober todo la prevención y readaptación de lesiones. Licenciado en Ciencias de la Actividad Física y el Deporte por la Universidad de Granada, y Master en entrenamiento Personal por la Universidad de Roma ( IUSM) se dedica de lleno a trabajar mejorando la calidad de vida de las personas. […]
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MAT® Rx Foot and Hand Specialist and Jumpstart Instructor Gorka Ipinza
Gorka Ipinza has been working for 25 years with athletes from different specialties, from amateur categories to elite ones, as the Spanish Professional Soccer league “LFP” , Spanish basketball league “ACB”, National Rugby League, triathlon athletes, surfers on the international circuit, professional swimmers, golfers, long distance runners, etc. In addition, Gorka has a great experience […]
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MAT® Jumpstart Program Instructor Bárbara Angie Pineda Vicke
Angie Pineda, MAT® Specialist and Jumpstart Program Instructor is the Founder of WA SALUD® Industrial Wellness Company in MEXICO. She is a certified Pilates Instructor, NSCA and AEA Personal Trainer, Resistance Training Specialist and has over 15 years of experience in group fitness classes, health fitness management, and continuing education instruction. She is currently enrolled […]
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MAT® Master Specialist and MAT® Jumpstart Instructor Hector Hernandez
Hector Hernandez has spent the last 10 years studying the human body and working with people to help them move better, feel better and perform better. He holds a degree in Physical Education from Spain and Brazil and has accumulated over 600 hours of continuing education in both Europe and the United States. He has […]
