Get to know our Personal Trainers!
Welcome! Thank you for wanting to know more about our team. You can read about the story and specialization of our personal trainers by clicking on their name below:
Victoria is a certified personal trainer who applies her academic background in physics to design workouts that are both effective and smart. She focuses on proper body mechanics and movement under resistance to help clients achieve sustainable results.
She specializes in strength and body composition training, blending science with creativity to keep workouts engaging and motivating. Victoria is a supportive coach who empowers clients of all levels to master technique, prevent injury, and build confidence in the gym.
Fun fact: Her go-to recovery fuel is cottage cheese with berries and honey.
Trixie is a 2nd-year UBC Kinesiology student and an American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Personal Trainer. Growing up, she was always passionate about sports, and this eventually evolved into a deeper interest in the body and strength training.
She specializes in strength and hypertrophy training, as well as weight loss. Trixie believes that fitness is a lifelong journey and takes a transformational approach with her clients, combining effective techniques with education to help them build sustainable, healthy lifestyles.
Fun fact: She only listens to 2016 rap in the gym.
Pawan is a 4th-year UBC Political Science student and an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer. His fitness journey began with weight management challenges, but through dedication he has lost over 120 lbs and built sustainable habits that fuel his passion for sports and training.
He specializes in weight loss and creating approachable, sustainable paths to fitness that make exercise more accessible for everyone. Pawan is committed to helping clients discover what works for them and to lower the barrier to entry for those starting their own fitness journey.
Fun fact: He is currently training for his black belt in Goju-Ryu Karate while pursuing other martial arts.
Kavya is a 3rd-year UBC Business and Computer Science student and a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. Her own fitness journey started as a pursuit of physical change but evolved into a love of strength, confidence, and self-acceptance.
She specializes in strength training and creating engaging, innovative workouts that help clients enjoy the process while building body awareness and sustainable habits. Kavya believes in celebrating small victories and consistent effort, guiding her clients toward lasting progress.
Fun fact: She also coaches mathematics and has positively impacted the lives of over 80 students.
Jispa graduated from UBC with a degree in Kinesiology and is completing her Master of Management dual degree. A former national medalist swimmer, she now coaches at the UBC Aquatic Centre and also works as an exercise physiology researcher.
She specializes in strength, conditioning, and functional training, combining her athletic background with an evidence-based approach. Jispa creates programs that are realistic, adaptable, and focused on helping clients build strength, improve fitness, and develop lasting, sustainable habits.
Fun fact: She still finds time to swim for fun outside of coaching and training.
Ava is a first-year UBC Public Health student and a NASM Certified Personal Trainer. With a background in classical dance, she developed a lifelong passion for movement and an understanding of how proper training supports performance and overall health.
She specializes in strength and performance training for all fitness levels, with a focus on mindfulness and body neutrality. Ava’s goal is to help clients build a positive relationship with exercise and feel empowered to achieve their personal goals.
Fun fact: She has hit every single lifting PR while listening to Nicki Minaj.