Question 1

What is clinical kinesiology?

Accepted Answer

Clinical kinesiology is the professional, evidence-informed process of using movement as medicine for the improvement of health and fitness, treatment or prevention of disease, rehabilitation of injuries, and more. You can learn more in our blog about clinical kinesiology.

Question 2

What does a clinical kinesiologist do?

Accepted Answer

Clinical kinesiologists (also known as kins) work with clients/patients to develop and prescribe exercise programs, teach motor skills, improve physical fitness, motivate, teach, and coach the movement, exercise, and lifestyle skills needed to improve health through movement.

Question 3

What is the Kinesiology Association of Saskatchewan (KAS)?

Accepted Answer

The Kinesiology Association of Saskatchewan a provincial, members-based nonprofit organization focused on fulfilling our mission; that is, to advance kinesiology in Saskatchewan. This involves working with government, other nonprofits, allied health care professionals, and both the University of Saskatchewan and University of Regina. We advocate for the profession and work to improve career prospects, work conditions, wages, and more for our members.

We are a Provincial Kinesiology Association under the nationwide Canadian Kinesiology Alliance, acting alongside other PKAs and the CKA to advance kinesiology across Canada.

Question 4

What does the Kinesiology Association of Saskatchewan (KAS) do?

Accepted Answer

Working with our national partner, the Canadian Kinesiology Alliance, we provide professional services and advocacy for our Members. We negotiate for fair professional treatment, lobby for advancement of the profession, promote exciting research opportunities, and provide other awareness and advocacy activities.

Question 5

What is the Canadian Kinesiology Alliance?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Kinesiology Alliance is a national nonprofit organization with similar goals and operations to the Kinesiology Association of Saskatchewan, but on a national level.

Question 6

Who can become a member of KAS?

Accepted Answer

Membership with KAS is available to anyone that meets the requirements associated with membership. Memberships are administered by our national partner, the CKA. You can read more about memberships here.

Additionally, students in their second-or-later year of kinesiology studies are eligible for free student memberships. Applications are available at the same membership link.

Question 7

How do I become a member of KAS?

Accepted Answer

If you meet all the requirements for membership with KAS, please visit our memberships page to select the membership option that works best for you.

Question 8

Can I hire or book a kinesiologist with you?

Accepted Answer

The Kinesiology Association of Saskatchewan does not offer professional kinesiology services, but we can help you find a kin! The CKA's Find a Kin tool is an excellent way to find kinesiologists near you.

Question 9

What does a KAS membership offer?

Accepted Answer

Alongside our national partner, KAS offers opportunities and professional services that will benefit you as a professional kinesiologist: 
• Exclusive insurance for the full scope of kinesiology practice through ProLink insurance.
• Professional advocacy and lobbying on your professional behalf.
• Exclusive employment opportunities
• Discounted (or even free!) professional development and continuing education credits
• Professional networking and mentorship opportunities

Question 10

Where can I find information about upcoming events?

Accepted Answer

You can check our Instagram and our professional development page.

Question 11

I don’t have a kinesiology degree, can I still become a professional member?

Accepted Answer

Our membership is limited to those who have completed a minimum of a four-year degree in kinesiology or an equivalent field. Education in physical activity, physical education, and other related disciplines may be considered equivalent and are subject to review. For more information, please contact us at info@kinsk.ca.

Question 12

How can I get involved in the Association?

Accepted Answer

If you’re interested in volunteering with the Association, you can contact us at info@kinsk.ca or attend our Annual General Meeting for more information about joining us as a volunteer.

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