As a team of Physical Therapists and an experienced Personal Trainer and our lead Wellness & Strength Coach, we have the unique opportunity to assist our clients meet their maximum potential in activity. We work together to get you out of pain and ascend you toward your health and fitness goals that you want and need.
Dr. Matt grew up in Santa Cruz County, graduating from San Lorenzo Valley High School in 2008. He endured injuries through multiple sports and underwent ankle surgery before playing football at Azusa Pacific University. Through his experience, Matt understands how an injury and surgery can impact a person's activity for the rest of their life.
Matt graduated from Western University of Health Sciences with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. He has a passion for helping other parents who have difficulty maintaining their fitness goals due to the challenges of busy work and family lives.
Hobbies:
Golfing, hiking, basketball, running, yearly triathlon, gardening, playing with kids, dates with his wife
Dan Melton is a dedicated wellness and strength coach with a strong foundation in exercise science. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with a focus on Rehabilitation Science and is currently pursuing his Master’s in Kinesiology at San Jose State University, specializing in Exercise Physiology.
Dan brings a wealth of experience to his work, having served as a Fitness Director, a personal trainer, and has worked as a Physical Therapist Aide. These roles have given him a unique perspective on bridging the gap between rehabilitation and training.
Hobbies:
Enjoys an active lifestyle filled with outdoor sports. He loves running, playing basketball, and snowboarding. At home, Dan values time with his family, often playing games and creating memories.
Dr. Rachel grew up in Santa Cruz and has a passion for fitness. Having competed in women’s bodybuilding and worked as a personal trainer, she has firsthand experience with the demands of intensive training. After facing injuries and undergoing physical therapy, she felt like the treatment lacked personalization, which made her determined to study physical therapy.
Rachel graduated from Hawaii Pacific University’s inaugural Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Her goal is to empower people to express themselves through movement and to offer individualized care meeting each client’s needs.
Hobbies:
Enjoys spending time with her husband and furbabies, working out, painting, and playing games with friends.