Our Trainers
Taylor Beech
Personal Trainer & Owner
“My job is to get you results and help you to maintain them for life. With that said, I am extremely confident in all of our services, programs and trainers, and will match you up with the trainer best suited to you, perhaps myself. We offer a money back guarantee to help you make your decision to act with no regrets.”
Bally Total Fitness
“Personal Training Manager Elite Performer 2003″
Bally Total Fitness
“Personal Trainer of the Year 2001″
Over 13 years and 40,000 hours of personal training experience.
Instructor of Fitness Management and Marketing at Humber College
Management of Vitality Fitness Studio for over 6 years
ISSA Sports Performance Nutritionist International Sports and Science Association
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
Competitive bodybuilder
Pilates Allegro
ACE Certified Personal Trainer
SWIS Upper Body Functional Muscle Testing Certified
Bosu Certified
Corporate Speaker
Supplement Developer & Consultant
Fitness Sales & Management Consultant
Ramona Maynard
During her youth, Ramona spent much of her free time figure skating, swimming and playing softball. She participated in all school sports, winning the Athletic Award in Grade 8.
Ramona began weight training and running while in university, and chose a career in policing when she her studies were completed.
After ten years with the police service and after the birth of her first child, Ramona decided to be a full-time mom. Four years and 3 more children later, she decided to get return to weight training to shed the last few pounds of baby weight.
She became a Personal Trainer Specialist through Can-Fit-Pro so that she can help others achieve their wellness goals. Ramona has recently helped her husband lose 100 pounds. It is important for Ramona to be the example for her children by leading an active lifestyle and eating well.
” At Vitality, we can help people take their health and fitness goals to the next level in a first-rate environment.”
As Edward Stanley said, “Those who think they have not time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness.” Choose fitness today!
Can Fit Pro PTS Certification
CPR-A/First Aid
Jason Hackett
My involvement in fitness began around the 9th grade when I grew tired of being a lanky kid with no muscle definition. While I was active in sports throughout the first part of my life, that was the extent of my physical activity.
I began weight training and didn’t see results until a few years later. After having some success getting in shape and completing a couple of triathlons, I decided to obtain my personal training certification and help others achieve their personal goals; whatever they may be.
Since then, I have run my own personal training company and am currently a trainer at Vitality Fitness. I continue my own strenuous training regimen and am no longer a lanky kid, but have obtained an impressive physique. I have trained clients with a multitude of goals, and am determined to help each and every client reach their goals, and help push them through all of the barriers and plateaus that may arise.
“Through Vitality, that dream of once again playing sports with your family and friends can be achieved and surpassed.”
Qualifications:
- Can Fit Pro- Certified Personal Trainer
- Level C-CPR and First Aid Certified
Clarke Colbourne
Clarke’s first taste of sports and fitness was his first year of T-ball, the next summer was soccer, and then he found his true passion of hockey when he was in Grade 6. Striving to be the best encouraged him to take part in every fitness class he could in high school; taking 3 fitness related courses in one semester, including a fitness leadership course.
While attending Conestoga College for Police Foundations his passion for fitness grew as the course had a large fitness component. When approached by his Fitness Instructor about the idea of becoming certified as a personal trainer, he jumped at the opportunity.
Leaving his childhood dreams of being a Police Officer to pursue a new found passion in the fitness industry has been greatly rewarding as he now strives to help others become active and participate in the sports they love.
“Through Vitality, that dream of once again playing sports with your family and friends can be achieved and surpassed.”
Qualifications:
- CPTN- Certified Personal Trainer
- Level C-CPR and First Aid Certified
- Combination Exercise Specialist
Jonathan Redfearn
As a Trainer and Coach Jonathan expects the best from himself as well as his clients. He is fully dedicated to always being a respected trainer and athlete. Jonathan began his Health and Fitness journey a few short years ago after appreciating the idea of giving others something so positive and lasting. From high school/university sports teams (basketball, hockey, Cross Country) to community running events Jonathan has always embraced physical activity.
In the past few years he has really began to become educated and experienced in relating to athletes of all variety. Attending a Health, Wellness, and Fitness program at Mohawk College Jonathan displays the drive and passion he has for the industry.
Known primarily for his candid running ability Jonathan has many memorable accomplishments over the past few years. Most notably to Jon include:
o 2011 – Around the Bay 30k (2:03.07)
o 2010 – 33rd place National College Championship (Fredericton, NB)
o 2010 – 13th place Ontario Provincial College Championship (London)
o 2010 – 3rd place Burlington Downtown Dash 10k (35.06)
o 2010 – 3rd place Waterloo 10k Classic
o 2010 – 1st place Victoria’s Duathlon, “Team Relay Champions”
o 2009 – 35th place National Championships (Camrose, AB)
o 2009 – 8th place Ontario Provincial Championships (Windsor, ON)
o 2009 – 4th place Oktoberfest Run 5k (16.42)
o 2009 – 22nd Guelph Lake Sprint Duathlon
o 2009 – 1st place Laurier Loop (Waterloo ON)
In addition to these accomplishments Jonathan also has worked closely with high performance athletes with Sports Specific Training (SST) in Waterloo. Understanding how to train a diversity of levels, abilities, and objectives is an advantage Jonathan greatly values.
Qualifications:
o Presently – Can-Fit-Pro (Canadian Fitness Professionals) Certified
o Presently – Bronze level Twist Sports Conditioning Coach (TSCC)
o Presently – St. John Ambulance First Aid and CPR
Karen Martin
Karen began her involvement in competitive sports at a young age, ringette, soccer, and later hockey filled her fitness needs.
Family and a busy dairy farm later in life directed her workouts to a gym setting. It was here an instructor encourged her to pursue a fitness certification.
She completed the YMCA group and personal trainers programs. This was followed by CPTN’s personal trainers certification, Balanced Body’s pilates mat and reformer certifications, and smaller workshops in kickboxing, bosu training and sport conditioning.
Karen truely appreciates the hard work that goes into being fit, and admires people who make it a part of their life. She believes it is important to role model to her children, as well as women her own age.
She has personally experienced the benefits of being a part of Vitality’s studio. Vitality Fitness gives clients the location, support, and the the push (when needed) to achieve their fitness goals. She is proud to be a part of the team at Vitality.
“At Vitality Fitness our client specific training programs are the key to your success, your goal is our goal”.
Qualifications:
Can-Fit-Pro Certified Personal Trainer
Can-Fit-Pro Nutrition and Wellness Specialist
CPR and First Aid Certified
Frances Fonte
Frances is a health care professional, dedicated to her patients and in the same office since graduation for over twenty years. She dedicates the same energy and commitment to her personal training clients.
A Guelph resident all her life and is well known in the community. Her passion for fitness started in during her high school years.
Frances’s initial introduction to Vitality Fitness was as a client. She had a goal to succeed in the world of competitive mountain biking and found Taylor Beech’s program an ideal platform on which to attain this goal. Frances has competed in triathlons, the legendary Paris to Ancaster race, and the Ontario provincial mountain bike championships. She has medalled numerous times.
After training with Taylor for some time and fulfilling her goal in the world of competitive mountain biking she felt her personality and passion for fitness would make her an ideal personal trainer. She then became a Personal Trainer Specialist through Can-Fit-Pro.
Frances’s positive motivating attitude has enabled her to train a range of clients, from young athletes to adults that have never been exposed to physical activity.
After five years at Vitality Fitness she continues to help others and show them the path to fitness and healthy living.
” At Vitality Fitness our client specific training programs are the key to your success, your goal is our goal”.
Qualifications:
Can-Fit-Pro Certified Personal Trainer
Can-Fit-Pro Nutrition and Wellness Specialist
CPR and First Aid Certified
Josh Roundell
Josh took to sports a very young age skiing between Dads legs and learning to walk all at the same time. He played lots of team sports from hockey to soccer and some individual like alpine ski racing, mountain biking and triathlon.
One day in high school some friends asked Josh to come out and try Cross Country running which led into track and field and he never looked back falling into love with the sport of running and going on to some great success.
While studying at the University of Guelph Josh became the Captain of the Cross Country and Track team in his final year and picked up several team titles and individual successes with the Gryphon’s. For many years Josh has known that the Health and Fitness industry is where his passion lies, he wants to continue making a difference and giving people the motivation and tools they need to be healthy, happy and motivated members of society.
Accomplishments:
-All Canadian in Track and Field 2006
-15th Place CIS Cross Country 2008 33:15
-2nd Place OUA Track 1000m 2009 2:28.08
-14th National Capital Sprint Triathlon 2010 1:06.14
-5th Around the Bay 5k 2010 15:01
-16th Ottawa Race Weekend 2010 31:48
Personal Best Running Times:
1500m: 3:49.6
3000m: 8:41
5000m: 14:56
8km: 25:02
10km: 31:48
B.Sc. Biological Sciences University of Guelph
Can Fit Pro PTS Certification
CPR-A/First Aid
“The woods are lovely, dark, and deep, but I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep.”
Robert Frost
Shannen Beckinsale
Beginning my active lifestyle playing competitive rep soccer in Kemptville, Ontario I have always had a competitive edge to compete and perform.
Taking on a healthy lifestyle from an early age, I pushed myself to begin triathlon training in December of last year to become a fitter athlete.
Competing in Trail Running Races, XC Mountain Biking and after completing my first Triathlon this year has been part of my motivation to train others in order to reach their personal healthy, active lifestyle goals.
I work hard, train hard but also play hard!
I will be completing my final year at the University of Guelph in the coming spring so I also understand the need for balance between exercise and other commitments! Through Vitality I hope to motivate and work with you to fit exercise into your busy lives to improve your overall well being!
B.Sc. Biological Sciences University of Guelph
Can Fit Pro PTS Certification
CPR-A/First Aid
