Set yourself up for fitness success with a personal trainer
Everyone has unique active lifestyle goals. NVRC's certified personal trainers are her to help you achieve yours.
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Our team of personal trainers are highly educated, professionally certified and have the experience and expertise to make your workout more focused and efficient.
Why workout with a personal trainer?
Our trainers will assess you physically and discuss your fitness goals. Then they will develop a personalized program based on your current fitness level and your goals. They will help you achieve your goals, and support and encourage you along the way. They can push you and (safely) test your limits as they may have a better idea of what you are capable of. Our trainers will also inject fun into your workout by offering variety and new exercises to your program.
What are the benefits?
A personal trainer has the expertise to make your workout more focused and efficient. They will show you how to use equipment correctly and safely, and tell you which exercises you should avoid. They will be your personal cheer squad and motivate you to work harder, and reach your goals sooner.
What qualifications do NVRC personal trainers have?
Our staff are highly trained. A BC Recreation & Parks Association (BCRPA) Registered Personal Trainer certification or Canadian Fitness Education Services (CFES) certification is needed to become a NVRC Health & Lifestyle Consultant. Many of our consultants also have National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Personal Trainer certification or Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist certification. A large number also have degrees in Kinesiology, Physical Education or Human Kinetics.
How many sessions do I need?
That depends on your goals and your budget. Book a 'Get Started' consultation with one of our Health & Lifestyle Consultants and after assessing your goals and expectations, they will discuss your options. Are you good at following a plan? Maybe once a month is all you need. Do you need accountability and someone to constantly push you? Then once or twice a week may be your best option.
Book an appointment and take your fitness routine to the next level
To book any of our available fitness centre services, please click the button below and fill out our online personal training request form or speak to a fitness centre supervisor. We have fitness centres at six locations across North Vancouver. Visit the fitness centre locations page for details on each one.
Available fitness centre services
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60-minute 'Get started' consultation (with fitness membership): $10.72
60-minute 'Get started' consultation (without fitness membership): $31.99
Rates effective as of September 1, 2023 (rates do not include 5% GST).
This is your chance to meet with one of our health and lifestyle experts to go over your fitness goals. We will review your injury and exercise history, gain a better understanding of your fitness goals and determine how we can help you achieve those goals.
Upon completing a health screening questionnaire, we will set up a short program for you that you can follow on your own for your future visits to the fitness centre.
If you feel you need additional sessions to fully grasp the exercises given to you, or if you want to learn new movements and exercises you can always book personal training sessions in the future.
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30-minute personal training: $28.42
60-minute personal training: $55.73
Rates effective as of September 1, 2023 (rates do not include 5% GST).
A certified personal trainer will provide one- on-one instruction and create an in-depth personalized/individualized training program that focuses on assisting you achieve your physical activity goals. Education and guidance on safe exercise technique will be provided to assist with reducing your risk of injury and to create a safe supportive environment. This is a great option for people returning to physical activity after a long hiatus or those who would like to prevent injury.
Personal training package refund: a refund can be arranged if a client becomes sick or injured and can not complete their package within the allotted time.
Personal training cancellation policy: there is a 24-hour cancellation policy for all personal training sessions.
Personal training session expiry: sessions are good for one calendar year.
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30-minute semi-private personal training (for two people): $22.74 each
60-minute semi-private personal training (for two people): $44.57 each
Rates effective as of September 1, 2023 (rates do not include 5% GST).
This is a great option for those looking to train with another person while also getting the benefits of personal training. In a two-on-one setting, a certified personal trainer will guide you and your training partner through a personalized training session. Receive an exercise program tailored to your physical activity goals, as well as education and guidance on safe exercise techniques.
Semi-private training package refund
A refund can be arranged if a client becomes sick or injured and cannot complete their package within the allotted time. The cancellation with be applied to both clients who signed up to train together.
Semi-private training cancellation policy
There is a 24-hour cancellation policy for all semi-private training sessions and will be applied to both individuals in the booking.
Personal training sessions expiry
Sessions are good for one calendar year.
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30-minute fitness centre orientation: Included with fitness membership
A certified personal trainer will give you a general overview of how to use the equipment in our fitness centres, explain fitness centre etiquette and answer your fitness-related questions.
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Fitness workshops: Included with fitness membership. People without a membership can register and pay a fee to attend.
NVRC fitness centres offer regular workshops on various topics (advance booking required).
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Active rehabilitation class - initial consultation: $55.73
Rates effective as of September 1, 2023 (rates do not include 5% GST).
A certified kinesiologist will provide one-on-one instruction and create an in-depth personalized/individualized training program that focuses on assisting you achieve your physical activity goals.
Education and guidance on safe exercise technique will be provided to assist with reducing your risk of injury and to create a safe supportive environment.
This is a one-time fee.
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Cardiac & specialty health conditions class - initial consultation: $55.73
Rates effective as of September 1, 2023 (rates do not include 5% GST).
A certified kinesiologist will provide one-on-one instruction and create an in-depth personalized/individualized training program that focuses on assisting you achieve your physical activity goals.
Education and guidance on safe exercise technique will be provided to assist with reducing your risk of injury and to create a safe supportive environment.
This is a one-time fee.
Meet the team
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Delbrook
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Shawn Toth
B.Sc. (Human Kinetics), BCAK, NCCP (Level 1)
604-983-6537 emailHarry Jerome & John Braithwaite
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Bryce Martin
B.Kin, CSEP CPT
Harry Jerome: 604-983-6406
John Braithwaite: 604-983-6475
emailRon Andrews
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Connie Russell
Certified Personal Trainer, CFES
604-983-6522 email
Karen Magnussen
Currently recruiting
604-983-6559 email
Parkgate
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Tony Carabetta
B.Sc. (Human Kinetics), CSCS
604-983-6355 email
Guidelines for fitness centre use
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The goal of the NVRC's Code of Conduct is to ensure everyone has a safe, positive and effective workout while in the fitness centre. Abusive and aggressive behavior is not tolerated.
Here are a few simple rules we ask everyone to follow:
- Conduct yourself respectfully at all times. Approach others and staff in a friendly and respectful way.
- Profanity, shouting and excessive grunting are not acceptable.
- Valid fitness pass or wrist band is required.
- Taking photos and videos is not permitted without prior authorization.
- Mobile device use is permitted where it does not cause a distraction
- Take phone calls in the lobby area.
- Allow others to work in between sets or vacate stations between sets.
- Uncontrolled and repetitive weight dropping is not permitted. See staff for clarification regarding Olympic lifting.
- Observe and follow procedures for cardio sign-in & use.
- Be respectful of facility hours and ensure you leave the fitness centre at or before closing time.
- No scents.
Health, safety & cleanliness
- Teens age 13 to 14 years old who wish to use the fitness centre must book a free consultation with a fitness advisor. Once approved, they can use the fitness centre without adult supervision. A child/youth pass is required.
- Use equipment according to manufacturer’s recommended use. Seek advice from staff when unfamiliar
- Wipe down your equipment after each use. Towels and sanitizer are provided for this purpose.
- Please store all bags and belonging in cubbies or lockers. Free wallet lockers are available.
- All weights/dumbbells/equipment must be put away when done to prevent hazards.
- Avoid resting bars and weights on benches between sets.
- Wear appropriate exercise clothing and athletic footwear in the facility/ during your workout. Seek guidance/clarification from staff.
- Candy, food and gum are not permitted. Unbreakable beverage containers with closed lids are acceptable.
Facility use privileges (membership and access)
Membership privileges and facility access may be refused or suspended in instances where individuals commit a serious or repeated breach of these rules or NVRC's Code of Conduct.
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Youth ages 13 & 14 years-old who would like to use the fitness centres must complete a youth consultation first. This is to ensure the youth understands lifting technique, general safety concerns, weight room etiquette and the risks involved in weight training.
After the youth consultation has taken place and the youth is approved to use the fitness centres, they can attend the fitness centre during regular opening hours.
Book a youth consultation
Contact one of our fitness centre supervisors:
- Delbrook: Shawn Toth 604-983-6537 or email
- Harry Jerome: Bryce Martin 604-983-6406 or email
- John Braithwaite: Bryce Martin 604-983- 6475 or email
- Karen Magnussen: 604-983-6559 or email
- Parkgate: Tony Carrabetta 604-983-6355 or email
- Ron Andrews: Connie Russell 604-983-6522 or email