Courtney Ward graduated from the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Human Kinetics (Honours) in 2011.

She has continued her education following University through courses in effective exercise prescriptions for upper and lower extremities, and a physical demands analysis course. Courtney has successfully completed the WorkWell Functional Capacity Evaluation course, and Cancer C.A.R.E. rehabilitation course through Lifemark and is also a Kinesio Tape practitioner.

Courtney danced competitively for many years, dancing in New Brunswick, Ontario, Detroit, and New York City. She has also taught a variety of styles including ballet, tap, and jazz. She currently enjoys practicing yoga, cycling, running, and swimming, and completed her first duathlon in 2014.

She believes that regular physical activity is a vital component of leading a happy and healthy lifestyle and is eager in leading individuals towards the path of healthy living.