Personal Trainers

Rolanda Corrigal

Fitness has always been an important part of Rolanda's life. Rolanda made the jump to making fitness a "way" of life in 2003, and ever since has embarked on a busy and passionate quest for the knowledge and certification to become a versatile fitness enthusiast and leader.

Rolanda personally has excelled in rowing, running, and is an outdoor enthusiast, with a keen interest in Post and Prenatal fitness.

Rolanda believes life is not about being imprisoned by you responsibilities, a healthy but attainable lifestyle leads to a feeling of wellness and unlimited freedom to enjoy!

Certifications:

• BCRPA Personal Trainer, Group Instructor and Strength trainer
• CanFitPro Post and Pre-natal Specialist and a Nutrition and Wellness specialist
• BOSU balance trainer
• ICE Spin Instructor
• Yoga for Fitness Leaders Level 1
• Certified in Fitness First aid, and CPR
• Currently pursuing Sports Nutrition

Michelle McDonald

Michelle has been a Trainer since 2005. In addition to her Personal Training certificate, Michelle is a certified Aerobics Instructor and Nutritional Counsellor through Can-Fit-Pro Canada. Michelle possesses a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do through the World Black Belt Bureau and she also teaches Kickboxing and is certified through Fitness Kickboxing Canada. Currently, Michelle is working on all certifications through BCRPA as well as her Pilates certification.

Michelle's specialties include; strength training, weight loss and lifestyle coaching, specializing in post natal wellness and beginner through intermediate programs. Michelle looks forward to working with each and every client, seeing them meet their goals and being a part of each unique success story.

Chris Joseph

Chris is a registered Personal Trainer, Weight Trainer, Group Fitness Leader, Sport and Conditioning Specialist and Pre/Post Natal Instructor through BCRPA.

Chris was the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Nanaimo Clippers from 2004-2009.

Chris has been involved in fitness for over 12 years, and since receiving his professional accreditation has decided to bring his wealth of knowledge to the public. Chris' passion and drive to help others reach their best physical potential keeps him constantly working and learning to find new ways to ensure the success of all who would seek his help. Chris has helped many people with weight loss, rehabilitate old and nagging injuries, and he has been instrumental in starting many on the road to fitness.

Gay Northway

Gay is qualified as a Personal Trainer with the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Gay is also certified with BCRPA as a Weight Room Instructor, and a third age trainer. She is also certified in Rehabilitation after joint replacement and in the BC Women's Hospital Osteofit Program for the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis . With a PHD in Pharmacology and 25 years teaching experience in Medical Schools, Gay has a special understanding of the effects of medications on rehabilitation and exercise programs.

Gay's specialties include; Personal Training, Osteoporosis prevention, joint replacement rehabilitation, core strengthening for back pain, balance and posture training.