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5320 N Tarrant Parkway #230 Fort Worth, TX 76244
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817-583-8923
CF-L1 Client Care Coordinator/ Office Manager
Lika O’Neal recently left the corporate world to follow her purpose in wellness. She is currently an undergraduate student at Texas Woman’s University in Denton and is on track to graduate in the Spring of 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Physical Therapy Preparation. She is a CrossFit Level 1 coach where she helps people pursue their health and fitness goals. She is also in the process of applying to graduate school this summer at the University of North Texas where she plans to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
Lika has experience in outpatient orthopedic clinics working as a physical therapy technician. She also has earned observation hours in different rehabilitation settings such as home health, pediatrics, and performance training. Once a physical therapist, her goal is to treat and educate patients, so they feel empowered to pursue optimal health.
She also holds credentials as a CrossFit Level 1 trainer with certifications in gymnastics and weightlifting. Outside of the gym, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two teenage sons who she adores! Lika prides herself in being more active now than ever before in her life. She loves outdoor activities such as mountain biking, surfing, snow skiing, and paddle boarding just to name a few. You might also catch her indulging in some yummy foodies and drinks or on a spontaneous adventure overseas.
CrossFit Level 1 Certification
PT, DPT, Cert. DN, CF-L1
Dr. Kyle is a Physical Therapist and CrossFit Level 1 trainer. He attended the University of North Texas where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
Before working at Elevation Athletics, Kyle worked in a traditional outpatient physical therapy clinic. In that setting he had experience treating several orthopedic and neurological diagnosis. While practicing Kyle has obtained several post professional certifications including: Dry Needling Certification (Cert. DN), Blood Flow Restriction training, and CrossFit Level 1 trainer (CF-L1).
He has training in CrossFit specific rehab approaches and movement standards as well as rehab approaches for the injured runner both through the Institute of Clinical Excellence.
Kyle has always participated in an active lifestyle either through team sports (football and baseball) or recreational exercise activities. He has participated in CrossFit for about 3 years and prior to CrossFit participation he was a long distance runner for about 4-5 years.
He has completed several races ranging from 5K to half marathon. He enjoys utilizing his personal experiences to help patients remain/return to an active and healthy lifestyle to continue to participate in the activities they are passionate about.
When Kyle is not at work or working out he enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids, serving at his church, hunting, or hiking.
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, Cert. DN, owner
Dr. Ryan Perez, PT is a Physical Therapist, Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, and Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He attended California Baptist University where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Azusa Pacific University. He then went on to pursue his Orthopedic Clinical Specialist certification from Kaiser Permanente in Southern California.
Before founding Elevation Athletics, Ryan worked in a traditional adult outpatient clinical setting where he treated a variety of orthopedic and neurological diagnoses. He has obtained several post professional certifications including: Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Dry Needling Certification (Cert. DN), FMS, and RockTape. He has training in CrossFit specific rehab approaches and movement standards from the Institute of Clinical Excellence. Dr. Ryan also received training from the Czech Republic physiotherapy and neurology programs where he studied the concepts of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization from the “Prague School” of Rehabilitation and Manual Medicine in regards to human performance.
Ryan considers himself a life-long athlete. He played 13 years of baseball and 11 years of football. He has participated in CrossFit personally for 6 years and has ran multiple Spartan Races, obstacle course races, and enjoys traveling to the beach when visiting his family in California. He takes pride in keeping his patients and athletes healthy and active so they can continue to do the things they love for the rest of their lives.
When he is not working on the business or working out, you can find him enjoying family time with his wife and daughter, grilling, or serving at his local church.
CrossFit Level 3 Certification
Bachelors in Exercise Science, Master in Kinesiology, USA Weightlifting, CrossFit Kids, Adaptive CrossFit, Precision Nutrition, Cenegenics Nutrition
5320 N Tarrant Parkway #230 Fort Worth, TX 76244
(682) 800-3017