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Personal Training Staff

Kaitlyn Waring
As a personal trainer I believe that everyone has the potential to shine (not just in a sweaty way!), it is my job to guide the way

Education:
Business Administration Diploma Attending Uvic or Camosun Health and Recreation

Certifications:
BCRPA - Fitness Theory, Weight Trainer, Personal Trainer (In progress)

Training Experience:
Still gaining new experiences with patrons. I have gone from overweight beginner to training for my first triathlon

Achievements/Accomplishments
Lost 72lbs in 2005! Ran my first 10km in the Winter in Mill Bay

Hobbies/Interests
Running, biking, swimming, and listening to music

"Don't wish for it, work for it"

Shirly McCuaig
As a Personal Trainer I will use my knowledge and expertise to help people successfully achieve a healthy lifestyle

Education:
BA Physical Education,
University of Calgary
Business Diploma

Certifications:
Osteofit-AFLCA
Group fitness-AFLCA
Third Age-AFLCA
Personal Training-BCRPA

Training Experience:
I have trained clients for over
20 years of all ages with great success stories.

Achievements/Accomplishments:
Top 10 in Age Group for the Times Colonist 10km, Raised $500 in pledges for the Walk for Diabetes

Hobbies/Interests
Sailing, Running, Swimming, Reading, and Weights.

Specialties:
Osteofit classes, Level 1 and 2 teaching and helping people who are diagnosed with Osteoporosis to live a normal happy life.

"Stay Focused and you
will Achieve
"

Kelly Dressler
As your personal trainer, I commit to partner with you as you aim to achieve your personal fitness goals.
I will teach, challenge and motivate you!

Certifications:
Personal Trainer-BCRPA

Training Experience:
Trainer at the Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre for 2 years

Achievements/Accomplishments
I have programmed beginners as well as more advanced clients, in order to suit each individuals preferences and help them progress to their best potential

Hobbies/Interests
Rock Climbing, Hiking, Tennis, Running, and Weight Training

Specialties:
Women's Fitness of all ages

Go For Fit!

Roland Neville
My mission is to work together with clients in obtaining their desired results in fitness and wellness. I will provide instruction and guidance in the areas of effective exercise and wellness protocols.

Education:
Recreation and Health Education Degree at the University of Victoria

Diploma from the National Coaching Institute in High Performance Coaching specializing in middle/distance running.

Diploma from Camosun College in Recreation Leadership

Certifications:
BCRPA certified Personal Trainer, BCRPA certified Fitness Leader,
NCCP Level 4 Athletics,
Exercise to Music, Tennis Instructor, Life guard, Swimming Instructor, First Aid, CPR-C

Training Experience:
I come from a competitive middle/distance running background. I have trained with Olympic medalists, Olympians, and National team members. I have been working in the fitness industry as a Personal Trainer and Fitness Leader for the last six years. I have a wide range of Personal Training experience from the beginner to the elite athlete.

Achievements/Accomplishments:
Gold medalist BC Juvenile Track and Field championships

Sliver medalist Canadian Juvenile Track and Field championships

Silver medalist steeple chase B.C. High school championships

Sliver medalist 1500m B.C High school championships

Twice bronze medalist at the B.C. High school cross-country championships

Personal Best times
800m- 1:58
1500m- 4:00
10km- 33:18

Hobbies/Interests:
Track/Cross-country/Road running,
Cycling, Tennis, Golf, Health and Wellness, Vitamins and Supplements, Healthy eating/Organic Foods.

Specialties:
Training programs for endurance activities, Sport specific programs, Weight Loss and general fitness.

"Results come from Consistency"

"The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare."
- Juma Ikangaa, Tanzania

Natasha Heinz
I believe that everybody can reach their realistic goals with proper education and dedication. As a trainer I will give you the education, proper posture, and techniques on a wide variety of exercises. I will make sure the program is designed to meet your individual needs and goals.

Education:
High School Graduation
University Transfer Program at Camosun College (Kinesiology)

Certifications:
BCRPA Fitness Theory
BCRPA Strength Training
BCRPA Personal Training (finishing)

Training Experience:
6 months at Juan de Fuca
Designed weight loss programs for individuals and groups
Teach Power Abs
Teach Ball Classes

Achievements/Accomplishments:
Have gone from a sedentary lifestyle to doing 15-18 hours of fitness per week
Can do 75km road rides now

Hobbies/Interests:
Hiking, Camping, Biking, Weight lifting, Outdoor Swimming

Specialties:
Dynamic exercises eg. Using ball, & balance equipment
Core Strengthening
Military Exercises- Posture

"You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them."
- Michael Jordan

"Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day, Teach a man to fish and he will eat forever"
- Unknown

Travis Chater
As a Personal Trainer it is my belief that the value of fitness is indisputable. Fitness bestows confidence, self-esteem, and enhances vitality and the enjoyment of life. Clearly everyone desires to be as fit, mentally and physically, as possible. With professional guidance to set and attain appropriate fitness goals, success is attainable for everyone. My goal as a personal trainer, is to design intelligently challenging programs that ensure my clients realize that success.

Education:
Currently working on admission to the Physical Education Department at Uvic.

Certifications:
Certified BCRPA Personal Trainer
Certified NCCP swimming and Triathlon coach
Certified ACSKG Sea Kayak Guide

Training Experience:
Most of my training experience comes from my years as a coach. I have been coaching swimming and Triathlon for the past 3 years. I have worked with novice athletes and world class competitors. I have worked as a personal Trainer at JDF for the past year.

Achievements/Accomplishments
Six years competing as an International Elite Triathlete.

Hobbies/Interests
Triathlon, Mountain biking, Kayaking, Hiking, Xtreme couch potatoeing

Specialties:
Working with athletes in specific sport strength/conditioning goals.

"You have to expect things of yourself before you can do them."
- Michael Jordan

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Rehabilitation Staff

Rob Wilson
Kinesiologist,
Medical Exercise Specialist

Sandy Gilmour
RN (Cardiology), BSc Kinesiology,
ACSM Cardiac Rehab Specialst

Melissa Wilson
Kinesiologist,
ACE Certified Personal Trainer