Riley Erlenbeck, PT, DPT is the founder and owner of ELEVATE Performance & Wellness, a performance-based rehabilitation and wellness practice dedicated to helping athletes, dancers, and active individuals move better, perform stronger, and stay resilient for the long term.

Riley grew up participating in a variety of sports, but quickly discovered a passion for dance. She trained competitively throughout high school and at a local studio, developing a strong appreciation for the athletic demands of the sport. Her connection to the dance community continued as she began teaching dance at the age of 16, giving her firsthand insight into the importance of proper training and injury prevention for young, growing dancers.

Riley earned her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Michigan State University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Michigan–Flint. Throughout her career, she has worked with a wide range of athletes including dancers, football players, soccer players, runners, wrestlers, and baseball players. She has experience treating individuals at all levels—from young recreational athletes to high school competitors, collegiate athletes, and semi-professionals.

In addition to working with competitive athletes, Riley has a strong passion for helping individuals who simply enjoy staying active. Her goal is to help people not only recover from injury, but also build the strength, movement quality, and resilience needed to remain active and healthy long term.

Through ELEVATE Performance & Wellness, Riley strives to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and long-term performance care by providing personalized, movement-focused treatment that supports strength, longevity, and confidence in movement.