Petr earned his Master’s degree in Sports Science and Physical Education in the Czech Republic, taught Physical Education at school and delivered sports science courses at university and college in the U.S. and Canada.

In 2016, Petr completed the Massage Therapy Program with honours at Georgian College, in Barrie. He has been registered with the CMTO and became Registered Massage Therapist in 2017. Prior to that, due to his European background Petr has treated all levels of athletes including national team members, professional athletes, Olympians and Paralympians.

Petr’s professional attention targets deep tissue therapy, myofascial therapy, remedial exercising, conditioning, athlete’s preventive therapy, during injury and post-injury treatment. His latest interest is aimed at body complex treatment and injury prevention known as Spiral Stabilization of Spine.

Having worked over 30 years as a coach and a scholar with athletes predominately in endurance sports, Olympic and Para-Olympic coaching, and coaching teams in Europe, USA, Australia and Canada, Petr continues to coach talented local athletes. He is an avid cross-country skier and mountain biker.