Kristina McGovern, ATC
Director of Operations & Certified Athletic Trainer
Kristina is a Certified Athletic Trainer through the National Athletic Trainers’ Association since 2016. She graduated from Concordia University in Montreal, Canada in 2015 with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Exercise Science specialization in Athletic Therapy. As a student-therapist Kristina worked with the Montreal Impact Academy team treating current professional MLS soccer players. She also acquired extensive clinical experience at Concordia University’s Perform Center Educational Clinic where she treated a vast array of conditions including cases of fibromyalgia, chronic degeneration disease and post-concussion syndrome. In 2015 she certified as an Athletic Therapist through the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association. That same year Kristina became the head athletic therapist for Tennis Canada’s National Championships.
Kristina was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She moved to California with her fiancé in 2015 to begin her career in physical therapy. In her childhood years, she invested most of her time dancing and playing soccer. Her extensive background in classical ballet, contemporary and tap dancing enabled her to build a strong character as a young athlete. She then excelled in soccer; played throughout high school and into college to reach varsity-level competition for 3 straight years. In 2014 Kristina discovered the art of MMA fighting and developed a love for boxing.
Just recently, she and her fiancé joined the Newport Beach Tennis Club where she has been improving her tennis game significantly. She is also currently involved in many sporting events as a Sport First Responder and just recently completed her RockTape and FMS certifications.
On her free time, Kristina enjoys cooking, staying active, traveling and most importantly she prioritizes spending quality time with her family.