“If I know somebody is standing there, expecting me to be there, I’ll go, but if it’s a club thing and I pay an annual fee, I’ll go for a month and then I’ll find every reason in the book not to go.” – Carol L, Waterloo
professional, certified trainers
Jason Droppert
Bethanne Droppert
Marc Lafleur
employment info
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Jason Droppert
Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration, 2002
- Can-Fit-Pro certified Personal Trainer Specialist since 2001
- Can-Fit-Pro certified Pre/Post Natal Specialist since 2003
- Heart Saver (A) Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario since 1995
- Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce Member, Chamber Plus Member since 2004
Experience
Jason’s fitness career practically started at birth with a childhood full of athletic accomplishments.
He has competed in virtually every sport, focusing specifically on volleyball, and basketball, and in university, as a decathlete in track and field.
He also competed with Team Canada as a javelin thrower and gained national rankings annually from 1998 to 2004.
After graduating with an honours Bachelor of Science, Jason worked in the fitness club industry for a number of years with great success.
In 2000-2001 he was acknowledge as one of the top trainers across Canada by the club where he was employed.
Shortly after, Jason started Peak Fitness and there has been no turning back.
Quoting Droppert, “I love empowering people to make lifestyle changes; there is no better feeling for a trainer then to see a client succeed!”
Jason believes that no matter what your age or current fitness level, with his partnership, you can be the next success story.
Bethanne Droppert
Certification
- Bachelor of Science in Health Studies, Pre-health Professions Option, 2002
- Can-Fit-Pro certified Personal Training Specialist since 2005
- Heart Saver Plus(B) Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario since 2005
- Candidate for Registered Nutritional Consultant Practitioner
Experience
Bethanne worked as a Project Manager in Health Research with a focus on Health Behaviour Change.
She focused on areas such as smoking cessation, physical activity and nutrition.
Bethanne also specializes in training pregnant women.
Physical activity during pregnancy helps prepare the mother and baby for labour, reduces the chance of gestational diabetes, and enhances postpartum recovery.
Bethanne has a passion for health, nutrition and physical fitness. Personal training gives her the opportunity to share this enjoyment with others.
One of her personal mottos is: Look good, feel good, and have fun doing it!
Marc Lafleur
Certification
- 2nd Year of Bachelor of Science in Health Studies, Neurobehavioral Assessment Option
- Can-Fit-Pro Personal Trainer Specialist
- First Aid and CPR Level C
Experience
Marc is currently studying Health at the University of Waterloo with a large focus on human anatomy and how it correlates to physical activity.
Marc has been involved in sports his entire life and puts a large emphasis on sport-specific training and weight loss programs.
Marc is CIS Athlete, playing varsity football for the University of Waterloo Warriors as a second year Defensive Back.
Coupled with a lifetime of athletics and two years of football-specific training at the University level, this experience has provided Marc with a wealth of knowledge in the area of sport-specific training.
Marc also trains students at the University of Waterloo.
The majority of his work there focuses on weight loss.
employment
Peak Fitness is looking for certified professional trainers who are motivated, creative, knowledgeable, experienced, innovative and enthusiastic.
If you think you might have what we are looking for, please contact Peak Fitness and submit a resume and other applicable information via email or mail. Contact by phone for current opportunities and other details and become a part of an award winning team.
Peak Fitness trainers…
- are motivated, positive, and enthusiastic
- are personable, genuine, and adaptable
- have experience in the fitness field
- have OFC or Can Fit Pro, CPR, first aid
- should have a degree or other certifications related to training.
