Hey, I’m Derrick

 I have been involved in sports and fitness most of my life. After my junior hockey career ended, I started competing in powerlifting and absolutely fell in love with the sport. My passion and desire for knowledge led me to the University of Windsor where I completed a Bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics (movement science), as well as a Bachelor of Education. More recently, I completed a 12 month-course through Mac Nutrition to become an MNU Certified Nutritionist. I am currently completing a master’s degree in Human Performance and Fitness at Lehman College under Dr. Brad Schoenfeld.  

In 2017 I opened my own gym in Ridgetown ON, South Kent Barbell where I operate and coach in person. I am passionate about combining the best available evidence from the literature, using my client’s values and preferences and my own personal experience and expertise to help optimize their results!