Northern Arizona Rehabilitation & Fitness
450 S. Willard St., Suite 106,
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Phone: (928) 649-9726 | Fax: (928) 634-2079
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Our Staff at Northern Arizona Rehabilitation and Fitness
Tarrin M. Walz, PT, MS
Tarrin graduated from Utah State University in Logan, UT in 1994 with a B.S. in Exercise Science and again in 1997 with an M.S. in Exercise Physiology with an emphasis in Cardiac Rehabilitation. He then received his M.S. in Physical Therapy from Regis University in Denver, CO in 1999. Shortly after moving his family to Cottonwood in 2000, along with business partner Philip A. Sauer, RPT, opened Northern Arizona Rehabilitation & Fitness, PC (NARF). Tarrin is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Tarrin has experience working in sports medicine, orthopedics, athletic training and aquatic rehabilitation. He is a proud supporter of Mingus Union H.S. athletics and is heavily involved with the basketball and football programs. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing and coaching sports, and is active in numerous church and community activities.
Tyson Walz
Tyson recently graduated from Mingus Union H.S. with a 3.47 GPA, where he excelled in basketball and golf for 4 years. He is planning on serving a mission for his church over the next two years. Following his mission he plans to pursue an undergraduate degree in athletic training from Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, and then continue on to pursue a career in physical therapy. Tyson remains active in the community coaching youth basketball and assisting at the high school with the basketball and sports medicine programs.
Dan Sorensen, PT, MS
Dan is originally from Phoenix, AZ and came to Cottonwood in 2003 after finishing his Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy at TWU in Houston, TX. Prior to this he completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education/Pre-Physical Therapy at BYU in Provo, UT. He has enjoyed working in several settings, including sports medicine, orthopedic, spine treatment, and aquatic rehabilitation. His interests include reading, sports, music, and spending time with his wife and 4 children.
Teri Back, Office Mgr./Physical Therapy Technician
Teri was born and raised in Grand Canyon, AZ, where she lived for 18 years before moving to Prescott to pursue college at Yavapai College. She lived there for 2 years with her family, working with the hospital and private practice physical therapy arenas as a physical therapy technician.
After gaining experience in Prescott she moved to Cottonwood where she has lived for the past 17 years, raising 2 wonderful boys. She enjoys what the Cottonwood area has to offer, including outdoor activities such as hiking and boating.
Sandra Benavidez, Personal Trainer/Physical Therapy Technician
Sandra is originally from Demming, New Mexico, however has lived in Tucson until 2000 and Tubac, AZ until deciding to move the Verde Valley in 2006. Moving to Sedona with a fitness background and personal training certificate allowed her the ability to pursue her dream of working in physical therapy. She has a strong belief that exercise is the key to life, which allows people to maintain a high quality of life. She enjoys being able to teach these principles and be a part of the positive changes in individual’s lives from exercise.
Sandra enjoys being as active as possible as a gym member herself, and from hiking, biking, exploring native culture and having fun enjoying Sedona’s weekend activities.
Jason Domina, PT, DPT
Jason graduated from Creighton University in Omaha, NE in 2005 with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. He previously earned his Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science from Creighton University in 2001. Jason is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the Sports Physical Therapy Section of the APTA, and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He has experience in general orthopedics and sports medicine and is currently working towards becoming a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Jason recently married and moved with his wife to Arizona.
Sheryl Wolowice
At age 12, I chose Physical Therapy as my career path; my path never strayed. Upon completing high school, I continued my education at California State University Fresno, where I became a member of the first MPT class to graduate from that institution. I also earned a Bachelor's in Health Science with an emphasis in Community Health.
Following my education, I have worked in several arenas, including Geriatrics, hospital in and outpatient settings, and the private clinic setting. My opportunities in these areas have included: Director of Physical Therapy in a hospital setting (including outpatient and inpatient care), a direct role in the development of three separate wound care programs, development of a neuropathy program, and continuing study and practice in the area of lymphedema. I was also the lead therapist in the start up of an inpatient Joint Replacement Program at the local hospital.
When I am not working in the clinic, I enjoy participating in community education and outreach programs.
The remainder of my time is dedicated to my husband and two awesome children, who are the lights of my life, and the reason I can be so enthusiastic about my career.
I have been given the opportunity of a lifetime, to love what I do everyday, and to share that gift with others.
