Growing up in BC with dance & sports of all kinds, Zofia developed a passion for physical fitness from a very early age. While competing in dance for many years as a child and teen, she pursued further education throughout highschool to become a Certified Dance Instructor through ISTD allowing her to share her love for dancing to a whole new generation. During her time in Labrador teaching dance, Zofia dabbled in bodybuilding which ignited a new love for fitness and created the path she’s on now!

Certified as a Personal Trainer (CPT) in the height of the pandemic, she found her passion in holistic style training which takes into account the whole mind, body, and spirit through movement. Looking to deepen her understanding and connection to the physical self, she became a Mobility Specialist through Functional Range Systems (FRCms) which provides the acquisition & development of joint specific movement. Through her Mobility work, she helps people regain lost range of motion, create new neurological pathways through adaptive training, and live pain-free.

Zofia loves to help a wide variety of clients find a connection to their bodies; ranging from 16 to 70 years young, active rehab to elite level training, amateur dancers to wrestlers to world class downhill bikers. Zofia tries to find what brings you joy and excitement while still pushing and motivating you through challenging workouts.

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As a health fitness professional, Steven is a firm believer that movement is the best form of medicine. Toronto born, Steven has been involved in many competitive teams such as rugby, football, track and field, and volleyball. He incorporates his knowledge in team training and personal training experience to ensure that clients conquer their goals.

In 2014, Steven graduated from Durham College with a Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion. Now a certified Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology - Personal Trainer (CSEP - CPT) and Darby Training Systems - Level 1 Certified (DTS level 1). Steven has years of personal training experience, helping various people achieve their goals. Steven is continuously expanding his wealth of knowledge to better himself as a fitness professional.

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Alex’s focus has always been strength and movement. He believes being strong in all ranges of movement will always allow for a better life, inside and outside of the gym. Certified as a Personal Trainer (CPT), Strength Coach (CSCS), Poliquin Performance Specialist Level 1, Alex’s wide range of knowledge will ensure his client’s reach their health and fitness goals.

Alex has worked with a wide range of clientele including competitive amateur boxers, powerlifters and seasoned athletes. His ultimate goal is to provide a level of training and service that will allow people to achieve the best version of themselves.

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Kaileigh is excited to join the team at Catalyst and return to coaching her clients towards their health and fitness goals here in Toronto. Kaileigh graduated with her Bachelor of Human Kinetics at UBC’s Okanagan campus in Kelowna, B.C. While completing her Bachelor’s degree, Kaileigh completed one year at Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia learning from exercise and sports physiology specialists. Her fitness mentors in Australia were the catalyst to Kaileigh’s passion for health and exercise which further led her to completing her CSEP-CPT. From there, Kaileigh also went on to work as a certified group fitness instructor with experience teaching HIIT, bootcamp, small group training, barre and spin classes. Growing up, Kaileigh played competitive sports such as soccer, field hockey and figure skating which diversified her knowledge in different types of strength and conditioning training.

Kaileigh is further pursuing graduate studies in health by currently completing her Doctor of Chiropractic at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. As a future health care practitioner, Kaileigh realizes that investing in your health is the most important thing you can do throughout life. She also believes that exercise is not only important for improving your physical well being, but also your mental well being.

Kaileigh aspires to share her passion for movement with her clients as they begin their fitness journey at Catalyst Health. She firmly believes in pushing her clients that one inch further each session and continuously challenging each client to achieve their fitness goals. Kaileigh wants to share her positive attitude with her clients every day and inspire them that every body is made to move.

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With over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Dr. Craig McNamee’s vision has evolved. With his diverse background, Craig is able to utilize a variety of techniques to unleash his client’s ultimate potential. He feels with proper education, motivation and communication, he can guide his clientele towards optimal health one-step at a time.

Craig believes in accountability. This partnership focused on the overall health outcome is the difference. He uses this method of guiding others to focus on their health and, if need be, make behavioural changes in order to thrive.

Seeing firsthand the benefit of employing Active Release Techniques® Soft Tissue Treatment (ART®), Medical Acupuncture, and his strength and conditioning certification, Dr. McNamee is able to re-align the body utilizing its connective tissue system. He employs this unique skill set in order to maximize his client’s success and take their healthcare to the next level.

Dr. Craig McNamee will be his client’s catalyst to health.

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Since graduating from Western University with an honours specialization in Kinesiology, Danielle has gone on to become a successful personal trainer (CPTN certified) for over five years in Calgary. She has a long list of certifications, including TRX Suspension Training course, TRX group training, RockTape FMT Movement Specialist basic & advanced, Pre & Postnatal Fitness Specialist (PPFS) and Senior Fitness Instructor Certification (SFIC).

Danielle has experience being a studio manager for a boutique studio in Calgary and has instructed numerous HIIT classes. On the side, Danielle also has experience running a small business of teaching senior fitness classes to a loyal group for 4 years. Danielle is a brand new Torontonian that is so excited to put Catalyst members through some killer workouts.

Danielle is also an avid runner and fan of HIIT workouts or anything involving a Woodway or Rogue bike ;). Danielle also loves travelling to new places (pre Covid times) and fashion!

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Dr. Jonathon Perry has an extensive background in the health and wellness industry dating back to a young age where he developed a strong appreciation for athletic training. He studied Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan and received his Doctorate of Chiropractic at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 2017.

Dr. Perry has augmented his education by becoming certified in Functional Integrated Acupuncture, Athletic Movement Assessment (upper limb, lower limb, and therapeutics) and Fascial Abrasion Technique. He has attended courses in Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (weightlifting focused) and other exercise based intervention courses. Dr. Perry is also an emergency first responder and has worked with various sporting teams (football, hockey, basketball) as a medic and athletic therapist.

Dr. Perry develops a comprehensive personalized treatment plan for each patient to achieve their unique goals. He first identifies any painful symptoms and helps reduce the severity of these symptoms. Next he identifies movement deficiencies that could be potential root causes of pain and addresses them through movement-based strategies.

Dr. Perry feels that exercise and activity are crucial to one’s overall health. He can help you get back to the activities you enjoy most and maximize your performance.

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Infrared’s healing light energy has been proven in many ways to help our bodies feel better in the following ways: Detoxification, Heart Health, Muscle Recovery, Anti-Aging, Relaxation, Immunity, Sleep and Weight Loss.

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Andrew graduated from Queen’s University with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Kinesiology at York University. Throughout his clinical training as a physiotherapist, he has had the opportunity to work with and treat athletes in various sprots, including hockey, lacrosse and rugby athletes in NCAA and OHL

Andrew is a big advocate of self-improvement and life long learning. He has taken courses in Adanvced Manual Therapy from the National Orthopaedic Division, dry needling and completed courses in soft tissue techniques.

Andrew’s approach to treatment involves treating patients as a whole. As a physiotherapist, he helps patients take an active role in their own rehab. Andrew wants to ensure you not only recover from injury and return to what you love most but that you also develop the knowledge, skills and abilities to function more efficiently and optimally in your everyday life. Through a combination of education, manual therapy, dry needling and individualized exercise programs he will work with you to achieve your goals.

Andrew just returned to Ontario after spending 4 years in Vancouver where he was able to explore the mountains of BC. In his free time he enjoys hiking, playing hockey and lifting weights.

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Diane holds a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from McMaster University and is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner, with a focus on performance nutrition.

Diane works with clients to promote an active lifestyle that incorporates strength training, functional movement, and Callisthenics. Her training focuses on combining bodyweight movements with strength and mobility. As a trainer, her goal is to empower her clients to feel strong and confident in their own bodies. Diane is a huge proponent of educating her clients and will take the time to explain the progressions and regressions behind certain exercises.

Diane has experience working with all ages and fitness levels. Whether you are looking to just move and get your heart rate up, achieve a skill like a pull-up, or hit a new strength PR, your goals are her goals and she promises to fully show up for you and your session.

As a Nutritionist, Diane is a huge proponent of fuelling your workouts, to ensure you are optimizing your performance and recovery. Diane is most passionate about ensuring her clients are eating enough to fuel their workouts. Building muscle or losing fat is a responsibility. One which can be done in a healthy way, through progressive overload, a structured plan, and a bit of patience. Diane is a huge proponent of building a lifestyle that incorporates both movement and nourishment, which allows her clients to achieve their goals and maintain their results.

She lives and promotes a fuelled and fit lifestyle.

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Phil brings a strong background in strength and conditioning to the team with his roots in athlete training. He has coached in facilities housing CFL and OHL drafts and has served as a team coach for the Ontario Weightlifting Team. Phil also has a background in rehabilitation, leading return-to-work and return-to-play programs in a clinical setting. He holds a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from Edith Cowan University in Australia, and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Phil seeks to provide a challenging training environment accessible to clients of all skill levels.

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Karen specializes in bringing a fun and motivating strength training session for every client.

As a boxing and HIIT workout instructor, she utilizes these techniques in her workouts to maximize results.

Karen takes pride in helping others achieve their goals and be the best version of themselves. You can expect a killer workout everytime.

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Kevin brings a strong strength-training base and positive attitude. Originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Kevin has been actively involved in high level sport as a basketball player for the University of Winnipeg and Team Manitoba, as well as a coach for elite level basketball throughout the province. From there he went on to train at Winnipeg’s Trans Canada Fitness, training clients from high school athletes to competitive bodybuilders.

With an extensive coaching background, Kevin brings his knowledge of explosive and sport specific training, as well as an intense and encouraging energy to every one of his individualized training sessions. Kevin takes pride in leading clients through exciting new workouts and helping people to work towards and achieve, and exceed their goals. Having been involved in physical fitness for years, Kevin has seen the many trends in exercise that have evolved, and uses a mix of old and new methods to challenge the body as well as the mind for maximum muscle building and fat loss in minimal time.

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