Dr. Jonathan Ahearn

Chair, Assistant Professor of Exercise Science

Jonathan is assistant professor of Exercise Science. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy at the Medical University of South Carolina and his Bachelor of Science from Gardner-Webb. He also holds certifications as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Ahearn has been a North Carolina state certified physical therapist since 2013. He met his wife, Victoria, at Gardner-Webb, and she serves as the principal of Gaston Christian school’s East Cleveland campus. They have three children: Rylie, Sydney and Christian. Ahearn is interested in serving God and sharing the love of Jesus with those around him. He spends his free time exercising, traveling, and being active with his family.