SLS Centre

Personal Trainers

Our outstanding certified fitness staff possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to design and instruct safe, effective and fun training programs.

"Progress comes with consistency and effort. Fitness is a lifestyle, not a quick fix." — Tommy Europe

Andre

Personal Trainer

Focus:

All levels, athletes, strength training, body building, transformation

Bio:

As a United States Marine; fitness has been a part of Andre’s entire adult life. He is excited to share knowledge with anyone willing to listen and learn. Moving from the beaches of sunny southern California he has worked with a variety of woman and men to improve their lifestyle and increase the importance of health and fitness.

Cool Fact:

National level men’s physique competitor.

Chelsea

Personal Trainer

Focus:

All fitness levels. Whether you are brand new to the gym and hoping to make a lifestyle change or whether you live and breathe health and fitness, Chelsea fully believes that there is always something more to learn, ways for you to grow, and positive impacts to be made.

Bio:

As someone who grew up in various sports, it wasn’t until Chelsea became a young adult that she realized that all her years of sports taught her a lot of discipline, but not a lot of overall health knowledge. After that realization, Chelsea decided to take matters into her own hands and learn as much as she could about foundational movements, nutrition, and the fitness industry as a whole. As a mom of two, she believes strongly in teaching and implementing positive lifestyle changes in all stages of life and believes it’s never too late to make a change. Chelsea enjoys learning more about the science behind exercise and is always in awe of what our bodies are capable of. As an ACE Personal Trainer, Chelsea will strive to help you meet your goals - whether that’s hitting a PR, doing your very first push-up, training for a marathon, or simply having an easier time with day-to-day activities - she will champion you every step of the way.

Cool Fact:

In her spare time, Chelsea loves refinishing and building furniture. She is a lover of power tools and Home Depot is one of her favourite places to go!

Jayne

Personal Trainer

Focus:

All Levels. Whatever age you are, wherever you are in your fitness journey, my goal is to meet YOU where YOU are at. From a newbie, who’s never stepped into a gym, to that gym rat with years of experience, I believe there’s always something to be learned in the fitness industry to help you be a better version of yourself. I believe in functionality and everyday movements, in finding the pleasure in fitness and the work needed to keep us moving forward as we age.

Bio:

I’m a mum, grandma, aunt, sister...I come from a family who loves to be active. I was the kid who played everything and feel sport and fitness teaches us many life skills. I’m a Certified Life Coach & Personal Training Specialist. Trained in Functioned Medicine, Active Aging and Weight Management.

Cool Fact:

I was an Olympic Torch Bearer in the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. I still have my track suit and torch!

Curtis

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Specializing in Osteopathic-centered Personal TrainingTM, Curtis can observe the body’s natural mechanical, anatomical, physiological influences, and their impact on the overall Health.

Bio:

Curtis is a passionate professional with a strong background to improve personal health and wellness to the community. Specializing in Osteopathic-centered Personal TrainingTM, Curtis can observe the body’s natural mechanical, anatomical, physiological influences, and their impact on the overall Health. Curtis utilizes Osteopathy training as the primary methods of interacting with the body to enhance the understanding, education, and responsibilities that we have to our health. With over 2 decades of professional experience in natural forms of movement and training Curtis has added his Osteopathic studies to his personal training practice, which adds a focus on joint health, structure, and function of the body from a holistic perspective, allowing for a strong foundation of health to be cultivated in a way that is lasting and that can be built upon. Within those years of professional practice, Curtis has worked with persons from all walks of life, at all ages and levels, with a myriad of needs and complications to their health. Curtis has been firsthand educated by many of the World’s top experts in the realm of Health and Health provision, committing countless hours devoted to progressing and developing his capabilities., and has worked alongside some of the best practitioners as well. Curtis is a true professional within the industry. He is structured, patient, passionate, caring, devoted, and educated in all areas of health and fitness, and can combine those traits together to create and cultivate an environment that will generate the greatest amount of impact on you and your health long-term.

Cool Fact:

Curtis has won a Tourism Calgary White Hat for the Best Health, Wellness, and Aesthetics provider, and his been twice nominated as IMPACT magazines Top Fitness Instructor. He is also a National Champion at the University level with the St. Mary’s Huskies in 2002.

Jo-Anne

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Functional Training for Daily Living, Joint Mobility/Stability, Muscular Imbalances, Post-Rehab, Postural Assessment & Corrections, Balance and Stretching and a variety of conditions such as Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia and Cancer. Water or land training available.

Bio:

Jo-Anne spent 20 years working in EMS and teaching First Aid/CPR for Red Cross, in 2013 she was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer. When she was finally cancer free her journey to wellness began. With the support of the Instructors here at SLS Family Sports Centre she discovered that her passion to help people could be used in the fitness industry and after completing many certifications she found her niche in Functional Training.

Cool Fact:

She loves Boxing and Kayaking.

Stephanie

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Busy people, injury recovery and athletes.

Bio:

Stephanie has been involved with fitness and wellness her entire life. With almost three decades of experience, she has recently turned her education towards holistic health and performance for woman. She is also our Fitness Coordinator and certified 500hr yoga teacher, facial fitness coach and teaches a variety of classes here at SLS. She is passionate that fitness should fit into your life even when you are extremely busy – and loves to share her “Small Wins Daily” philosophy. Her energy is contagious, you will be pumped working with her.

Cool Fact:

Stephanie is a Master trainer for Lebert Fitness, has been a YMCA Canada Trainer and has helped many people become personal trainers and group fitness certified. She loves to run and grew up playing sports, triathlon, and swam competitively at a national level.

Janet

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Older Adult /55 plus

Bio:

Having spent 15 years + in the Fitness Industry, Janet brings her experience and knowledge of fitness from her past positions, from teaching groups classes such as Spin Class and Women and Weights to conducting Fitness Assessments. Janet believes that fit and active people come in all shapes and sizes and would like to help you along the way with your fitness journey.

Cool Fact:

She is the “Accidental Artist” and creates glass art.

Selina

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Beginner Lifters

Bio:

Selina has always done many modalities of fitness and enjoys being active. She feels the best activity for you to do is the one you love, as this adds value to your life. What this is. Traditional strength training, CrossFit, step class or yoga. She enjoys hypertrophy training and helping women find confidence and power in the gym and in everyday life.

Cool Fact:

Selina loves hiking, biking, swimming and has deadlifted 215lbs. She would love to learn how to rock climb.

Curtis F

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Strength and conditioning training, Group and team training. I'm happy to work with all individuals to reach their desired goals.

Bio:

I have over 20 year experience in the health and fitness industry. I have had the opportunity to work one on one with clients as well as group and team training. I took outdoor pursuits at Mount royal University and have a certification in Fitness and Nutrition from ICS Canada. I have a background in Rock Climbing, Boxing , Martial arts as well long distance running and HITT training. I really enjoy helping people reach their goals whether it be running their first five km race, building muscle and toning or preparing for a competition.

Cool Fact:

I have boxed, rock climbed and raced competitively and enjoy skiing, hiking, swimming whenever I get the chance.

Sara

Personal Trainer

Focus:

All Levels, moms, athletes

Bio:

Growing up as a competitive athlete, fitness has always been a passion of mine. Teaching and helping clients reach their goals brings me great joy. I am a firm believer that “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won't change you”. I enjoy teaching HITT style workouts, boot camps, Tabata and spin.

Cool Fact:

I am a former Professional Figure skater, where I got to Skate for Disney on Ice and as a Stunt double in a movie.

Rahmi

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Rahmi welcomes all levels. She enjoys working with anyone who is interested in Fitness. During a typical week, she works with older adults, athletes, kids, people in recovery, new moms and much more. Rahmi often says: come as you are and let's workout together...live in the moment.

Bio:

Rahmi is a group fitness instructor who is certified to teach a variety of programs like Spin, Zumba, Yoga, TRX, Strength, Barre, Aqua Fitness, and a lot more. Rahmi is a certified Yoga and meditation Teacher Trainer. She is certified in Wellness and Nutrition. She enjoys working with older adults and decided to get certified to teach older adults as well. Rahmi teaches prenatal and postnatal programs on a weekly basis: She teaches Prenatal Deep Water, Mom and Stroller, Prenatal and Postnatal yoga and Mom and Baby fit. In 2018 Rahmi decided to start teaching/leading walking classes. She got certified in Nordic Pole Walking and now leads Nordic Pole classes.

Cool Fact:

Rahmi's initial education is in Logistic and Operation Management where she has a Master’s Degree. Fitness was a passion that she decided to follow full time Classes: Aqua Fit, Zumba, Yoga, Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga as well as Personal Training.

Lindsay

Personal Trainer

Focus:

All ages and fitness levels. I believe everyone has a different starting point in their own fitness journey. By working together, I can help you accomplish and exceed your personal fitness and lifestyle goals.

Bio:

I have always loved many different sports and being active. It wasn't until dealing with P.T.S.D. and personal injuries over the years, that I discovered the physical and mental benefits of exercise. I have found tremendous healing and motivation throughout my journey, and as an Ace personal trainer, my goal is to empower each client to feel healthy, strong, and confident inside and outside the gym.

Cool Fact:

I worked at a few different ski hills where I earned my millwright ticket and can operate numerous heavy equipment.

Matthew

Personal Trainer

Focus:

Mitigate risk maximize reward, this is Matthew’s overarching theme when it comes to health & fitness.

Bio:

Matthew has been facilitating fitness for clients and classes since 2014. He is a Personal & Group Fitness Trainer who specializes in functional mobility. He is a Yoga Instructor (RYT 500), TRX Instructor, Critical Alignment Therapist, Aquatic Fitness Instructor just to name a few of the many fitness hats he wears. Matthew spends his free time enjoying music, fitness and reading. Matthew’s health goal is to be able maintain functional independence throughout life and fitness goal is build optimal body composition through cardiovascular and resistance strength training. What are your health & fitness goals?

Cool Fact:

Loves biking.

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Our outstanding certified fitness staff possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to design and instruct safe, effective and fun training programs.