Meet Linda
Linda Owen Cantrill
Growing up in California within a physically active, health conscious family, being strong (her father was a body builder at muscle beach), surfing, swimming and other outdoor activities were a big part of her life. She has lived these values and believes there is the potential for individuals to stay strong and independent as they age. Her passion and enthusium are contagious and shared with her clients, students, friends and family. She truly believes it’s never too late to get started.
She has dedicated her career to advocating for accessible, affordable healthcare, championing the rights of older adults to live independently in their communities. Created programs within institutions to prevent falls, to bring dignity and respect to those who no longer have a voice and to bring awareness that everyone matters. Tirelessly working to improve the lives of all older adults and those with age related disabilities.
Spirited Balance
Linda Owen Cantrill is a Certified FallProof ™ Balance and Mobility Specialist Instructor trained under the direction of researcher and founder Dr. Debra Rose, California State University Fullerton Gerokinesiology Department. She holds Bachelors of Science degree in Aging and Program Planning from the Union Instutite Los Angles and Associates Degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Santa Monice College She is trained and certified as Therapeutic Pilates and Movement Specialist, Therapeutic Yoga Instructor. Evidenced based program certifications, Better Bones and Balance, A Matter of Balance, SteppingOn facilitator, Fallproof.
Linda has more than 30 years of experience and is known nationwide as a leader, educator, trainer and speaker in the field of Fall Prevention and active aging. Her passion is providing clients, their families and healthcare professional’s unique and multifaceted solutions to prevent falls, build balance and mobility in order to improve the health and lifestyle of people of all ages.
Spirited Balance clients receive the full benefit of Linda’s extensive training in various therapeutic modalities beginning with an in-depth assessment designed to evaluate and determine their current level of fitness, fall risk and personal goals. Linda develops a comprehensive, individualized and sustainable program teaching clients and their care providers the fundamentals of balance and movement designed to enhance their mind-body connection.
