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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MAT®Rx 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, Jumpstart and Specialist Instructor Eric Seifert
Jumpstart and Specialist Program 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 to assist in the first ever MAT® Rx class filled with the top […]
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PT, DPT, MAT®Rx Foot and Hand Specialist, Instructor of Masters, Specialist, and Jumpstart Programs Dr. Eryn Paetz
Dr. Eryn Paetz is a Muscle Activation Techniques® 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, MAT®Rx Foot and Hand Specialist, Instructor of Masters, Specialist, and Jumpstart Programs Dr. Ryan Coufal
Dr. Ryan Coufal is an MAT® 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 and Jumpstart Instructor Eric Ferguson
Jumpstart Instructor: For the past 15 years, Eric has been a professional in the fields of Exercise Science and Health. After getting a degree in Kinesiology and his early certifications while employed at The Cooper Clinic, Eric began his own company specializing in MAT®, personal training and consulting. As a certified MAT® Master Specialist and […]
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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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Jumpstart Instructor Paul Ciske
Dr. Paul Ciske received his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in physiology where he studied the effects of chronic stimulation on muscle regeneration. 20 years later he came back to stimulating muscles as a certified Muscle Activation Techniques® Specialist, which he has now been doing for 13 years. His business is called “Your Well-Being” […]
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Jumpstart Instructor, MAT® Rx Foot and Hand Specialist Lauren Eirk
Lauren Eirk, MS, MAT®m, is the Founder of the Yoga Integrated Science™ Wellness Center in Louisville, KY. She is a certified E-RYT 500 level Yoga Instructor with Yoga Alliance® and has over 30 years of experience in group fitness, personal training, health fitness management, and continuing education instruction. Lauren was introduced to MAT® after a very painful […]
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MAT®Rx Foot and Hand Specialist, MAT® Jumpstart Instructor Brian Hannah
Brian has been active in sports his whole life, excelling in baseball as a starting pitcher. During his college career, he received several All-League and All-State awards, ultimately earning a scholarship to Sonoma State University. After 1 year, he sustained a career ending injury that he was frustratingly told didn’t exist and no one could […]
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MAT®Rx Foot and Hand Specialist, MAT® Jumpstart Instructor Stacey Earl
Stacey Earl has worked professionally as a personal trainer in San Francisco for twelve years and a MAT® Certified Specialist for 10 years. Stacey holds the distinction of being the first Muscle Activation Techniques® Certified Specialist in San Francisco and has mentored many specialists in the Bay Area. Stacey takes a holistic approach to her […]
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MAT® Master Specialist, MAT® Jumpstart Instructor Kevin Votta
Kevin Votta is Tampa’s first and only Master Level Muscle Activation Techniques® Specialist. He is the owner of Fitness-Tek Personal Training Studios. Fitness-Tek is proud to be a hub location for MAT® and hosts MAT® courses throughout the year. Kevin has been a personal trainer for over 10 years and started his own company in […]
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MAT®Rx Full Body Specialist, MAT® Jumpstart Instructor Glenn Haugk
Education: B.S. Exercise Science Lubbock Christian University Certifications: Currently holds or has held: RTSm Resistance Training Specialist Mastery Certification MAT®m Master Muscle Activation Technique Specialist MAT® Rx Hand and Foot Specialist MAT® Rx Full Body Specialist CIAR Phys. Fitness Specialist CIAR Biomechanics of Resistance Training CIAR Optimum Performance Training PTPT I Advanced Biomechanics PTPT II […]
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Jumpstart Instructor Dr. Brian Inselman
Brian has an extensive background in biomechanics, athletics, sports training and rehabilitation. He graduated from Creighton University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program with honors. He was one of the first in the country to be certified as a Muscle Activation Techniques® Specialist and Resistance Training Specialist Mastery Level. This makes him the first and only […]
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MAT™Rx Full Body Specialist and MAT™ Jumpstart Instructor Dave Reed
Dave holds the titles of MAT™ Master Specialist, MAT™Rx Hand and Foot Specialist, and Mastery Level Resistance Specialist. He founded Kinetic Symmetry, Inc. in 2006 and over the past 20 years Dave has been professionally helping people improve their quality of life and overall health and wellness. He is one of the top MAT™ Specialists in the […]
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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 Full Body Specialist and Jumpstart Instructor Shauna Stiglich
Shauna Stiglich is an Rx Full Body Certified Master Level Muscle Activation Techniques® Specialist (MAT®Rx) and a certified Romana’s Pilates Instructor. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in dance from the Boston Conservatory of Music. Shauna is one of the top MAT® Specialists in the world. As an MAT®Rx Full Body Certified Specialist, she […]
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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®RX Foot and Hand Specialist, MAT® Master Specialist, MAT® Specialist Program Instructor, and MAT® Jumpstart Program Instructor Blair Ferguson
Blair Ferguson is a Muscle Activation Techniques® Certified Master Specialist (MAT®m), certified MAT® Rx Hand and Foot specialist, a master level Resistance Training Specialist®, and holds a B.S. Degree in exercise science from California State University Northridge (1998). Blair has been involved with MAT® since 2007 and is currently a hub instructor. He is also […]
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MAT® Rx Full Body Practitioner, Jumpstart Instructor, BSE, LMT Kika Mela
Kika Mela is President and Co-Owner of Mela Therapeutics, Inc. She is a Master Level MAT® Specialist, MAT® Rx Full Body Specialist, MAT® JumpStart Instructor, and has been a Licensed Massage Therapist for over 20 yrs. She graduated from Florida College of Natural Health in 1995 as a massage therapist and received her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science […]
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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 […]
