Sport & Rec Personal Trainers
At Sport & Rec we're proud to introduce our team of elite personal trainers, each dedicated to guiding you on your path to a healthier lifestyle. Our trainers are not only certified professionals but passionate mentors ready to help you reach your goals, whether you’re just starting out or aiming for peak performance. Please indicate your preferred coach when purchasing a personal training package.
Meet Our Personal Trainers!
allan moore
colin o'dwyer
sharon mathias
Taha Thomure
- PhD student in Kinesiology
- Specialization in Physical Cultural Studies and Sexual Diversity Studies
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- Passionate about power-lifting, basketball, and track & field throwing
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- Prioritizes well being and longevity
- Advocate for accessible, accommodating movement approaches
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Vanessa Lin
- U of T Kinesiology graduate
- 2nd-year MSc student
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- 7 years of soccer coaching
- 3+ years as a strength coach
- Former UofT Varsity Blues Rowing team member
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- Passionate about soccer, hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, and figure skating
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Alora Riddle
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- Background as competitive Soccer athlete
- Experienced in team training with multiple UofT Varsity Blues teams
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- Passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through tailored support
- Focus on building strong, empathetic coaching relationships
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Elyse Gorrell
- Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)
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- Experience as a competitive athlete in sport karate
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- Focus on movement fundamentals and overall well-being, with the goal of empowering clients to manage both mental and physical demands
- Focus on integrating psychological and physiological aspects of sport and exercise
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Tiffany Tiu
- Bachelor's in Kinesiology and Master's in Physical Therapy
- Current Physical Therapist and CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)
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- 5+ years with the Fitness & Performance team
- Background as a competitive Track and Field athlete, currently a powerlifter
- Combines scientific evidence, experience and expertise in Physical Therapy, sports training and strength training to create a personalized approach to your needs - from injury rehab, general fitness, to specialized strength and power, the goal is to improve athleticism, while enjoying the process
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- Clients can listen to her podcast: Paincast or find her on Instagram: @fitt.physio.tiff
- Speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin
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Anna May
- Fourth-year kinesiology student: focused on sports medicine and rehab science
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- Ice hockey coach for 10 years, former national-level ice hockey goalie
- Worked with a wide range of athletes, from beginners to professionals
- Experience working with various Varsity teams and the Olympic Weightlifting Program
- 2 years coaching experience with U of T
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- Bubbly, outgoing and hardworking
- Passionate about movement and exercise: enjoys trying new forms of exercise
- Strives to inspire athletes to do their best and enjoy their sport
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Christopher roberts
- Kinesiology and Physical Education student at University of Toronto
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- Created and led exercise programs for adults with special needs
- Experienced with training competitive athletes
- Competitive background in hockey, soccer, and track
- 5 years of gym experience with a focus on bodybuilding
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- Excels in navigating the competitive mindset during training and understands the distinct dynamics between team and individual sports
- Aims to gain new perspectives and broaden knowledge on physical activity
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Alexis Whitehorn
- PhD Candidate: 4th Specializing in older adult physical health
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- Certified Personal Trainer: 8+ years of experience
- Division 1 Athletes: Wheelchair basketball, cheerleading, softball
- Football Player: 6+ years; currently in a Toronto women’s league
- Experienced training older Adults & Community-dwelling individuals
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- Conditioning, Strength Building, Power
- Beginner Fitness Programs: Focus on physical activity maintenance
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