The Northern Sport Centre Fitness Team is certified and passionate about active living. Each instructor brings a unique approach to teaching and training that will encourage and motivate!
Certifications include: BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA), Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology (CSEP), canfitpro, and the YMCA.
Fitness Instructor
Jacob is the newest member of our fitness team and teaches Boxer Fit. Born and raised in Prince George, Jacob took his love of martial arts and turned into a fitness career.
He brings many certifications including canfit pro Personal Training Specialist, DTS Kettlebell and DTS Conditioning certifications, Functional Range Mobility specialist, Animal Flow Level 1 certification, and more. Jacob is also Level 1 & 2 Box N Burn certified and is currently working on his Precision Nutrition Level 1 Nutrition Coaching certification.
When you register for Boxer Fit, you will benefit from Jacob's focus on the fundamentals of footwork, balance, and coordination. His favourite part? - holding the hand pads!
Leah joined the Northern Sport Centre as a certified (RYT® 200) yoga instructor and will be subbing in where needed. Yoga has been an intrinsic part of her life for almost a decade. Her journey started in Asia and includes Taiwan, Indonesia, India, Russia, and finally Canada.
Leah completed her yoga teacher training through the South Okanagan Yoga Academy (SOYA). Her classes incorporate many years of academic teaching experience and extensive cultural familiarity. Leah excels with beginners who need a little extra care and attention. She is known for her calm and gentle presence.
Yoga Instructor
Vivian is certified (RYT-500hr) through the South Okanagan Yoga Association (SOYA). Her goal is to make yoga accessible to as many people as possible. She is always updating her skills through training and education. Vivian has developed a unique style of peaceful yoga that is an extension of her warm and welcoming personality. Her soothing voice gently guides students through poses that challenge the body while calming the mind. Vivian teaches Yin Yoga, Yoga, Yin Yoga Fusion, Gentle Yoga and her classes are always full!
Fitness Instructor
Personal Trainer
Lon is a certified Personal Trainer Specialist and a Healthy Eating and Weight Loss Coach thru canfitpro. His focus is strength training, core strengthening, Plyometric movements and calisthenics. Lon’s training approach goes beyond counting reps creating an experience that results in positive change for his clients. He teaches Core Fit and Fit Camp in addition to serving on the NSC team of Personal Trainers.
Nia Instructor
Kathleen is a Certified 1st Degree Black Belt Nia Teacher and a Licensed Zumba Instructor. She has specialized in teaching dance-based fitness since 2004. Prior to that she was a keen participant in aerobics and circuit training fitness. Kathleen was inspired to take up teaching after experiencing her first Nia class in 2001. She believes that the combination of fitness and a healthy lifestyle builds mental and emotional health. Kathleen’s Nia and Zumba classes are fun, interactive, and can be adapted to any fitness level.
Charlene is the newest addition to our fitness team. She is a YMCA-certified group fitness instructor and personal trainer. Since 2021 she has also served as strength and conditioning coach for the PG Canadian Sport School since 2021.
Charlene’s approach to fitness is is motivating, fun, and high-energy – the perfect environment to help you reach your strength and fitness goals. She creates exciting and challenging workouts that not only incorporate new moves but also utilize “tried and true” workout moves that everyone can do. Take any of Charlene's classes and leave with a smile on your face and sweat on your brow!
Rebecca is a Canfitpro Certified Group Fitness Instructor and BCRPA Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor. She has been teaching with us since 2016. Rebecca is also working on her Personal Training certification. A hard working grandmother and mother, Rebecca proves it’s never too late to get into shape. She loves being at the gym - her commitment, enthusiasm and drive are contagious!
Zumba Instructor
Benita has been Latin dancing ever since she travelled to the Dominican Republic as part of a high school exchange. Her many years performing in a belly dance troupe made her move to Zumba a natural one. She loves the mix of musical movement and fitness. Benita received her Zumba certification in 2014. Her approach to this energizing fitness program is simple - just move your body and have fun!
Jocelyn is a CanFitpro Certified Group Fitness instructor and certified Kettlebell Personal Trainer. She exudes a love and enthusiasm for fitness that motivates her class participants to accomplish their goals. Jocelyn began her career six years ago when she worked as a HIIT Instructor in a boutique fitness facility for women in Toronto. Eventually, she decided to follow her passion in outdoor recreation and moved to BC, training mainly firefighters from her fire crew and Functional Fitness at a local gym.
Jocelyn's workouts are tough but she offers modifications for all levels and injuries. As a HIIT enthusiast her motto is "there is nothing you can’t do for 20 seconds.
Fitness Instructor
For over twenty years, Paz has been one of our city’s most enthusiastic dance and group fitness instructors. She is a certified Zumba, Tai Chi and Tae Kwon Do instructor and a popular dance teacher! Paz shares her passion for active living with the community including the YMCA and the PG Arthritis Society. Her exercise philosophy consists of three components: cardiovascular, strength and flexibility. We are thrilled that Paz has come to the NSC to teach Tai Chi and Cardio Dance!
When it comes to certifications Laurie has most of it covered! She is a BCRPA (BC Recreation and Parks Association) Certified Personal Trainer, Weight Trainer and Advanced Group Fitness Instructor. She also holds a Sport Nutrition Advisor designation with AANH (Alive Academy of Natural Health). Laurie is Keiser Spin instructor certified. She brings over thirty years of experience in the fitness industry. She taught public school physical education, youth team training and group fitness. Laurie is a motivating instructor that will give you that extra push towards your goals. Laurie can be found at the Northern Sport Centre almost daily with her personal training clients or leading registered programs.
Fitness Instructor
Personal Trainer
David has returned to the NSC team bringing a love of all things outdoors to his fitness classes. He was a teenager when he decided to make a career out of fitness. David studied Kinesiology for two years at the College of New Caledonia. He earned his teaching and personal training certification with the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology. In addition to his in-demand personal training sessions, David teaches Cycle Fit and HIIT Bootcamp.
