Meet our trainers

We are committed to providing the highest quality of fitness assessment, counseling and training by only employing staff who are certified though the Canadian Society of Exercise Phyisology (CSEP) as either Certified Personal Trainers or Certified Exercise Physiologists.  Our trained and qualified staff will inspire, educate and motivate you to make active living an essential part of your day! 

Fitness and personal training staff

adam toffan

Adam

Role: Joe Doupe Recreation Centre Supervisor, Personal Trainer

Education and Certifications: Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, Master of Science – Sport Biomechanics, CSEP-Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Experience: Adam has worked with people on various parts of their fitness journey, from gym newcomers to Olympic athletes. He has also specialized in occupational training and testing. Adam believes everyone needs a program designed specifically for the individual's goals, needs and preferences. Everything in a fitness program should have a purpose and be supported by scientific principal.

Personal Note: Adam has an enormous sweet tooth. He enjoys spending time with his family and cycling in his spare time.

Adam says: "Compare yourself to who you were yesterday. Not to who someone else is today."

Daniel

Daniel

Role: Fitness Attendant, Personal Trainer, and Occupational Tester

Education and Certification: Bachelor of Kinesiology, CSEP-Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP)

Experience: Daniel has ten years of experience with Recreation Services in various roles, such as fitness attendant, personal trainer, occupational tester, and administrative assistant. He has worked with a wide variety of clients across the spectrum of age, abilities, and goals.

Personal Note: When not working or working out in the gym, I like to spend my time drumming, cycling, kayaking, hiking, camping, cooking, reading, and napping.

Daniel says: “Health is wealth; invest in yourself.”

denise cornish

Denise

Role: Fitness Assistant Training Coordinator, Personal Trainer, Occupational Tester

Education and Certifications: Bachelor of Science in Physical Education (distinction), CSEP-Clinical Exercise Physiologist and High-Performance Training Specialist, ACE Behavior Change Specialist

Experience: Denise enjoys using behaviour change strategies to help women take charge of their physical health by building healthy habits in their lifestyle. She has over twenty years of experience holding titles such as Fitness Trainer, Exercise Therapist (musculoskeletal rehabilitation), Conditioning Therapist (functional conditioning/work hardening and return to work planning), Activation Therapist (behavioural and lifestyle counselling and goal setting), Kinesiologist (exercise and chronic disease), Lab Coordinator and Research Assistant/Clinical Trial Coordinator and Health and Fitness Coach (online).

Personal Note: Faith and family are important to Denise. She has three beautiful children with her husband. She was an overweight child and changed her lifestyle during her adolescent years by becoming physically active and adopting healthier eating habits which set the course for her future education and career. Denise loves spending time with her family, exploring new places, the beauty of sunrises, the feeling of sunshine on her face, and being active outdoors in the fresh air.

Denise says: “Comparison is the thief of joy.” – Theodore Roosevelt.

jen hurrie

Jen

Role: Coordinator of Health and Fitness Services, Personal Trainer, Occupational Tester

Education and Certifications: Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, CSEP-Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP), CSEP-High Performance Specialist, Pre & Post Natal Specialist.

Experience: Working as a Qualified Exercise Professional since 2005, Jen loves working with a diverse clientele ranging from the “new exerciser” to those managing health concerns to someone with a performance goal.

Personal Note: I have experienced the power that exercise and physical activity can have in a person’s life. It can help rebuild, re-shape and uncover your identity, give you a sense of control and empowerment, and even mend what feels broken. My passion is to help others discover this power and the role exercise can play in their lives.

Jen says: “With Grit and Grace”

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Katia

Role:  Personal Trainer, Occupational Tester

Education and Certifications: Bachelor of Kinesiology, Master of Occupational Therapy, CSEP Certified Personal Trainer.

Experience: She has a wide range of experience including many different populations, skill levels, and goals. I have volunteer experience at Fantastic Gymnastics, worked part-time at Skyzone Trampoline Park, worked over three years as a physiotherapist assistant, and spent a term at The RINK Testify Performance for her fieldwork placement. She has been playing sports her whole life and began working out consistently six years ago.

Personal Note: She loves many sports, but is a huge Winnipeg Blue Bomber and Winnipeg Jets fan. She enjoys nature and look forward to camping each summer. Her favourite TV show is Friends. Lastly, the gym is her second home!

Katia says: "Don't do anything unless your heart is in it."

moein

Moein

Role: Fitness Attendant, Personal Trainer

Education and Certifications: PhD in Exercise Physiology; Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CSEP-CEP - in progress); First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

Experience: I have over 10 years of experience in strength and conditioning coaching, personal training, and fitness program design. I’ve worked with athletes and individuals of various fitness levels, helping them reach their health and performance goals. I especially enjoy supporting beginners as they build strength, confidence, and healthy habits. My background combines academic research and hands-on coaching, and I’m passionate about using evidence-based exercise to improve overall quality of life and fitness level.

Personal Note: I’m a former professional soccer player and I also got several natural body building competition champions and love staying active. In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities, cooking, music, and learning about health and fitness trends.

Moein says: “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”

mori

Mori

Role: Joe Doupe Recreation Centre Coordinator, Personal Trainer

Education and Certifications: Bachelor of Sports Physiology, Master of Sports Biomechanics, Master of Kinesiology.

Experience: Corrective exercises trainer and massage therapist for seven years. Personal trainer.

Personal Note: I believe the most sensible start to becoming the best version of yourself is investing time and energy in your body. Regular physical activity helps prevent and manage non-communicable diseases such as heart disease. You take the first step, and we will help and guide you. Most of the muscular abnormalities (knock-knee, bow knee, slouched back, etc.) can be treated by corrective exercises. Feel free to ask about them.

Mori says: Some days, the motivation is not there! Remember, discipline is more important.

luming chen

Luming

Role: Personal Trainer, Occupation Tester

Education and Certifications: Master of Science in Kinesiology, Certified Personal Trainer (CSEP-CPT), Certified Performance Coach (NCCP), First Aid and CPR Level C Certification (AED/HCP).

Experience: Luming has experience working in recreation, rehabilitation, and occupational testing settings, supporting clients with a wide range of fitness levels and health needs. Her background includes resistance training, functional movement, corrective exercise, and rehabilitation-based programming, with a focus on weight management, chronic disease prevention, and long-term sustainability.

Personal Notes: Luming values consistency, purpose, and long-term growth in both training and life. She enjoys resistance training and staying active, and believes that building healthy routines should feel empowering rather than overwhelming. Her approach is guided by the belief that meaningful progress comes from passion, patience, and sustainable effort.

Luming says “Passion first, and everything else will fall into place.”

paul

Paul

Role: Assistant Fitness Training Coordinator, Personal Trainer, Occupational Tester

Education and Certification: BHms (Bachelors in Human Movement Sciences), BHSc (Hons) Honors in Biokinetics.

Experience: Student Biokineticist at NMU (Nelson Mandela University), Intern and Junior Biokineticist at SISSA (Sport Science Institute of South Africa), Senior biokineticist and head of Neurological rehabilitation at the Plettenberg Bay Sports Clinic, Senior Biokineticist and Practice owner of Adept Health and Fitness.

Experience: Paul has 7-years’ worth of experience within the realms of orthopedic & neurological rehabilitation, chronic disease management, cardiac rehabilitation and high-performance sport specific training and programming.

Personal Note: Paul enjoys being physically active and helping others to be the best version of themselves. He has a great passion for sport and making food. His hobbies include CrossFit, running, cycling, and playing video games.

Ernest Hemingway says: “There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.”

ravi ravi

Ravi

Role: Fitness Attendant, Personal Trainer

Education and Certifications: EREPS Level 4 Personal Trainer, Classic Fitness Level 4 CPT, Certified Practitioner Level 1, First Aid & CPR Certified, Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology (Expected 2027) with plans to pursue a Master’s in Physiotherapy

Experience: I have been active in sports and fitness throughout my life, represented India in wrestling and working in the fitness industry since 2019. Over the years, I have trained hundreds of clients across different age groups, including special populations, and volunteered with major organizations such as Khelo India and Recreation Manitoba (2025 Connect). My passion for kinesiology began after experiencing a sports injury, which sparked my interest in learning how the body works and helping others improve their physical health and performance.

Personal Note: Outside of work, I enjoy long-distance running and reading. One of the most impactful books I’ve read is Can’t Hurt Me by my idol, David Goggins. My ultimate goals are to coach Team India at the Olympics and to complete the Badwater 135 ultramarathon.

Ravi says: “Don’t stop when you’re tired. Stop when you’re done.”

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Sahil

Role: Fitness Attendant, Personal Trainer, Occupational Tester

Education and Certifications: I am expected to graduate with my Bachelor of Kinesiology in Spring of 2024 and in the process of acquiring a CSEP-CPT certification. At the moment, I have a certification in clinical cupping and am a certified industrial first responder.

Experience: I have worked and volunteered at multiple physiotherapy clinics which has advanced my interpersonal skills and provided me with adequate knowledge of performing exercises safely. I enjoy talking to new people and conversing so come say hi by the desk if you would like.

Personal Note: I enjoy resistance training and listening to music, both combined are an elite combination. However, independently are enjoyable as well. I also like reading autobiographies on successful individuals like Phil Knight. Lastly, I enjoy spending time with friends whether that be dance battling or cliff diving together.

Sahil says: “We treat the body rigorously so that it would not be disobedient to the mind.” – Seneca