About Us

Purpose guides us, passion drives us

Peak performance in sport, at work, or in everyday life; takes a focused work ethic. It does not magically appear, nor does it consistently occur without proper planning and execution. DSC Performance is dedicated to helping everyone execute an evidence-based plan to peak performance.

When you enter DSC Performance, you bring your own specific goals. Our plan is to help you define those personal objectives, then build the most efficient and effective way to reach those goals. Whether you desire is to get back to a desk job, look and feel your best, or if you are a professional athlete looking to take your performance to the next level, a mutually agreed upon plan must be built and followed. Defining your ultimate goal, evaluating current abilities, setting a course of action, and consistently re-evaluating that course to insure consistent progress.

Reach your full potential

through an integrated approach to elite level physical therapy, fitness, and performance training.

Our Story

In 2002 DSC (Dean Sports Consultants) opened its doors. First working with only a few up and coming surfers. As these athletes showed early success a full performance-training program for surfers began to take shape. Founder and owner Kevyn Dean, MSPT, OCS drew upon his physical therapy background in helping surfers to reach their potential. The core beliefs, which DSC was built on are:

• Character Counts

• Performance through Purpose

• Watch your athletes when it matters

• Learn from the best

• Know what you can control and what you can’t

• As a leader, never stop growing

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Meet The Team

Kevyn Dean, PT. MSPT, OCS

Physical Therapist, Owner, Founder & CEO

Kevyn is the owner and creator of DSC Performance. He graduated from UC Davis in 1988 with a degree in psychology, and went on to receive his Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 1991 from the University of the Pacific. He has over 28 years of hands on clinical physical therapy experience, possesses a board certification as an Orthopedic Clinical specialist, and has been treating and training top professional athletes and serious amateur athletes for 20 years. Growing up in Northern California yet spending much of his time in Hawaii where his mother was born and raised. Kevyn relocated to Southern California in 1991 and was immediately drawn to the ocean and the sport of surfing. Kevyn is the current medical director for USA Surfing, and chairs the performance committee tasked with preparing USA Surfing’s top athletes for their Olympic Debut in 2020.

Jeffrey Parnes, PT, DPT

Clinic Director, Lead Physical Therapist

Jeff completed his undergraduate degree at Chapman University, subsequently pursuing his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. He believes in empowering his patients, while providing the educational foundation of each pathology to assist them in returning to their previous activities at a high level. He joined the DSC family as a resident on his last clinical internship, and was immediately drawn to the family-like, yet professional, environment with such a strong emphasis on patient care. He enjoys working with a wide variety of patients, from young athletes to weekend warriors. When not at DSC, Jeff also works in the Home Health Physical Therapy environment, providing care to those unable to travel to outpatient orthopedic clinics.

Jeff is from San Clemente, where his kids are now growing up with the children of the friends he grew up with. When he is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Kristin, and his two children, Beckett and Kallie. You’ll also find him surfing the local beaches, walking the beach trail, fly fishing, and coaching his son’s baseball team.

Tiffany Strickert, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Tiffany Strickert is a native from New York, who graduated from Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She has practiced in orthopedics and sports medicine for more than 15 years, with an emphasis on manual therapy, and brings an eclectic treatment approach utilizing foundational principles of yoga and pilates. Tiffany has had the pleasure of treating athletes from all over the US, from surfers to snowboarders and everyone in between.

In her spare time, Tiffany loves to stay active, you'll find her hiking, walking local trails, and enjoying the beautiful beaches in San Clemente with her husband and two boys.

Shelby Dopudja, PT, DPT, CPI

Physical Therapist, Pilates Instructor

Dr. Shelby Dopudja PT, DPT relocated to beautiful San Clemente, CA from Las Vegas, NV.

She graduated from University of Nevada, Las Vegas and received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiological Sciences prior to moving to San Diego. Shelby was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and moved to San Diego, California for graduate school at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, where she earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy.

She has a love of both Pilates, fitness, and physical therapy. Shelby has a minor in Pilates, and certifications in FRC, TRX, Kettlebells, Battle ropes, and Trigger Point therapy. Shelby wants to offer a comprehensive approach to care and her goal in life is to make sure everyone can live their life to their fullest and thrive at any age. She has received her Pelvic Floor Certification from Herman and Wallace and has experience in Women’s Health specializing in prenatal and postpartum care, urinary incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse . Dr. Shelby decided she wanted to specialize not only in the orthopedics population, but also pelvic health.

When she isn’t working at the clinic, Shelby enjoys mountain biking, traveling, hiking, cooking new recipes, rock climbing, running, and pretty much anything that gets her outside and active. Shelby is excited to continue supporting the patients at DSC Performance and Physical Therapy who want to stay active and live their best life!

Stacia Englund

Office Manager, Pilates Instructor

Bio coming soon!

Kurt Soria, NASM CPT, USAW, FSS

Head Performance Trainer

Kurt, he has completed his NASM CPT and USA Weightlifting certifications. In addition, he is recognized as a Field Strength Specialist devoting his work towards performance athletes. Throughout his career at DSC, he has trained professional athletes ranging from soccer athletes, professional surfers, football players, and more. His athletes return to their respective sports performing better than ever. On his spare time, Kurt practices what he teaches his athletes. Kurt has excelled in his own endeavors in USA Weightlifting and has participated in sports throughout his life. Ultimately, Kurt demonstrates his passion through his training methods which help his athletes succeed in their own challenges.

Mario Rossi, CPT, FRCms

Surf Performance Trainer

Bio coming soon!