Steve Craig-Pettem
Steve is a dedicated and passionate Physiotherapist who has been practicing since 2016. He holds an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario and completed his Master of Science in Physiotherapy at Glasgow Caledonian University in Scotland.
As co-owner of Activate Physiotherapy Health and Wellness, Steve runs the clinic alongside his wife, Sarah. The name Activate reflects Steve’s core philosophy: “active + educate = activate”—a belief that effective physiotherapy combines movement and knowledge to empower every client. He takes a people-first approach, focusing not just on treating injuries, but on supporting the whole person.
With a background in high-level competitive sports, Steve brings a deep understanding of athletic performance and recovery. This allows him to create tailored, sport-specific rehabilitation programs that help athletes return to peak condition safely and efficiently. His broad clinical experience and ongoing commitment to continuing education make him a trusted and skilled practitioner across all patient populations.
Sarah Jarvis
Sarah is the co-owner of Activate Physiotherapy Health and Wellness and a Registered Health and Wellness Coach with a deep passion for helping people improve their overall well-being. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources Management from Toronto Metropolitan University and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University, where she plans to specialize in health psychology.
Since moving to Brockville in 2017, Sarah has become an active member of the community. She currently serves as a board member and director with the Brockville and Area Community Foundation, where she spearheaded the creation of Activate’s own endowment, the Activate Health and Wellness Initiative Fund, aimed at supporting local health and wellness projects.
Sarah offers personalized coaching in areas such as stress management, nutrition, exercise guidance, and lifestyle support, blending evidence-based strategies with compassionate care. Her mission is to help clients not only improve their physical health, but also build sustainable habits that support long-term mental and emotional well-being.
Sarah’s leadership and vision are at the heart of Activate’s mission—to empower people through active education, personalized care, and community connection.
Zach Lockhart
Zach is a dedicated Physiotherapist with several years of experience. He completed his undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics at the University of Guelph, followed by his Master's of Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto. Zach's rehabilitation approach focuses on education and exercise, empowering his clients to get back to doing what matters most to them. He lives in the area with his wife, dog & tabby cat Oliver.
Outside of work, Zach enjoys travelling, playing rugby and basketball, and spending time with family. We are very fortunate to have such a driven, compassionate and intelligent Physiotherapist in Zach as part of our staff.
Axl Heyman
Axl is a dedicated Physiotherapy Assistant who is actively pursuing the educational pathway to becoming a fully licensed Physiotherapist. He graduated with Honours from the Fitness and Health Promotions program at Algonquin College in 2021. Axl furthered his education by earning a Bachelor’s degree in Coaching and Sports Performance from Munster Technological University. Since 2021, he has also been a Certified Personal Trainer through CSEP, combining his academic background with hands-on experience.
Outside of work, Axl enjoys spending quality time with his family, travelling, playing board games, and participating in any and all sports. His passion for health, fitness, and helping others shines through in everything he does.
