Private Trainers

Gilles Dorais

I received my private trainer certification in 2000 and have been working full-time ever since. I provide my services to the Westmount and Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCAs, the YMHA, and I also help clients train in their own homes. I work with clients of all ages, and I am also very interested in older clients who wish to adopt a more active lifestyle.

• FIT certification (Fitness Instructor Training)
• American Council on Exercise certification (ACE)

Melanie Hugill-Bourque

Whether you are looking for short-term or long-term results, I can help you reach your goals. I have been a trainer with the YMCA for three years, and I recently became a mother. I am currently studying pre and post natal fitness, and thanks to my experience, I have been able to help many women get in to shape and make smart and healthy choices.

• FIT certification (Fitness Instructor Training)

Miles Krol

My marked interest in health and well-being has led me to become a certified private trainer and a life coach. Through my work with a diverse clientele including athletes, bodybuilders, seniors, and every day people, I have acquired considerable experience and have developed a unique approach to fitness training. I assess the individual needs of each client using a variety of tools and techniques such as forms, posture analysis, and a fitness level evaluation.

If you are looking to attain physical health and well-being using a holistic and integrated approach, I have the skills needed to help you reach those goals. In short, I am the ideal candidate for all your fitness needs.

• FIT certification (Fitness Instructor Training)
• Certified by ACE-PT, CANFIT-OAS, PICP 1, CHEK HLC 1, CHEK EC

Tanya Lajoie

After receiving my trainer certification, I spent 8 years fine-tuning my skills. Having specialized in training camp techniques, core strengthening, personalized routines, aqua fitness, and maternity aqua fitness, I am able to identify your weaknesses and improve your strengths. I will help you find a program that perfectly suits your needs and that takes your fitness level into account.

• FIT certification (Fitness Instructor Training)

Donna Neftin

I have been working as a certified personal trainer for over 20 years. I am an avid cyclist and hiker, and I organize many expeditions for adults and children in 12 different countries. I have taught swimming to adults, children, and professional swim teams. I love taking part in outdoor activities such as resistance training, and I firmly believe in fitness and leading a healthy lifestyle. I am passionate about my work and my goal is simple; to share my knowledge with you to help improve your well-being.

Franceen Roll

I have been preparing personalized fitness program for each of my clients since 2005. I have expertise in working with seniors and with cancer sufferers. I am also certified in Mind-Body-Spirit training. My experience and knowledge allow me to develop complete programs that help achieve the best possible results.

• Corrective Conditioning certification
• Neuro-Linguistic Programming Master certification
• NLP Coach Training certification, including certification in hypnotherapy and Time Line therapy

Lenroy Walcott

I have been a volunteer trainer with the YMCA since 1995, and I am specialized in evaluating posture, conditioning, and muscle mass. My expertise in this field is extremely helpful when it comes to developing personalized fitness programs. I can help you reach the well-being you are striving for.

• Trainer certification from Concordia University
• Can Fit Pro certification - Individual conditioning