WE ARE JOLT FITNESS
Jolt Fitness is a functional fitness facility, offering comprehensive services including group and personal training sessions, and nutrition coaching. Our mission is to ignite the community in building your resilient body and high quality life.
Are you tired of fleeting solutions and impractical fitness regimens? Do you find yourself repeatedly starting over, struggling to align a workout plan with your lifestyle, and bombarded by dubious product pitches? Are you experiencing discomfort, injuries, and overwhelmed by the complexities of fitness strategies?
Furthermore, do you feel as though there aren't enough hours in the day, doubting your ability to achieve your goals, intimidated at the gym, and struggling to prioritize yourself amidst a hectic schedule?
The solution is here.
At Jolt Fitness, we believe in simplifying fitness, transforming your workout into a natural habit akin to brushing your teeth. We've tailored our approach for busy individuals seeking effective, safe, and transformative results. Fitness, in our view, is an integral part of proactive healthcare, a privilege rather than a punishment. By offering innovative and groundbreaking coaching practices with unwavering integrity, we seek to revolutionize the fitness industry's narrative. Our ultimate goal is to elevate the overall quality of your life beyond the gym doors. We envision fitness as the ability to keep up with your kids, maintain independence, and exude energy, confidence, and resilience. Together, we will support, empower, and challenge you in a sustainable manner, ensuring a lifelong commitment to your well-being. Our coaches are educated active health care professionals and are premier personal trainers in Ontario.
Location
Unit 4 - 182 Elgin Street
Centralia, ON N0M 1S1
Hours: 5AM-10PM
Jolt trainers
trainer: siggy
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WHO AM I:
Sports ruled my life. I grew up playing every sport I could get my hands on from cheerleading, to lacrosse, football, and hockey. I loved it all. I continued on to play fastball and hockey at a competitive level throughout my early life. I completed my Bachelors Degree in Health and Physical Education while playing for the Mount Royal University Women’s Hockey Team.
Sports made me who I am today. They developed my underdog mentality, which birthed my grit, work ethic, and love for fitness. I had to work hard to make the teams that my friends easily walked onto. I was a short, round, quirky kid who did not do well in school. I wasn’t really a coaches (or teachers) dream, but my extreme work ethic was noticed and I was able to squeak my way by.
I spent hours in the gym chasing my athletic goals, getting strong, and dreaming of playing hockey for the rest of my life. I started fitness training at the age of 14, and fell in love with fitness. The gym was the one place that made sense. The hard work I put in was rewarded with strength and athletic gains. Show up, work hard, get results.
Between the ages of 16-23 my love for fitness transitioned into an obsessive eating and workout disorder. I faced the demons and grew through this life-changing chapter which ultimately is the reason Jolt Fitness exists today. You can read more details about my Starvation to Strength story here.
I created Jolt Fitness because our methods, coaches and community was what I needed when I started my fitness journey. Jolt is here, so that no one has to suffer through fitness without expert guidance and caring leadership. Our methods create an environment where fitness is more than just six pack abs and bicep curls. We bridge the gap between health care and fitness. At Jolt Fitness, we build resilient bodies and create high quality lives. We believe that when you leave the gym you should feel better than when you walked in. We’re part of the active health care solution. Every time you step through our doors is an opportunity to improve your health, physically and mentally. Our methods are rooted in science based education, but also the real life experiences of working with thousands of individuals. We’re changing the narrative and industry of health and fitness.
FITNESS BELIEFS:
Fitness and sports have taught me:
Everything in life is earned with hard work
Fitness effects every aspect of your life
Fitness isn’t about aesthetics, it’s about building a high quality & resilient life
Fitness is an opportunity, not a punishment
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education (strength training, sport and exercise psychology, exercise physiology, human anatomy, youth development + more)
National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA - CPT)
Precision Nutrition Coach Level 1
Institute of Clinical Excellence, Physical Therapy, Clinical Management of the Fitness Athlete: Pregnancy & Post Partum
Growco Post Natal Rehabilitation
Barbell Rehab Certified trainer: bridging the gap between physical therapy & fitness
Burgener Strength - Level 1 (Olympic Lifting)
DTS Kettlebell Coach (level 1)
International Youth Conditioning Association Olympic Lifting Coach
REHAB-U Movement Optimization for Prehab & Performance (level 1)
AFLCA Exercise Theory and Group Fitness
MindPump Coaching Certification
CAC National Coaching and Certification Program
CPR First Aid
Personal and group trainer since 2013
COACH: RACHELLE KEYS
WHO AM I:
I recognized pretty early on in my life the importance of keeping your body moving and I did just that through sport. Ringette and fastball have been part of my life ever since I can remember. As I became more competitive in ringette, I started to realize that if I wanted to have an impact on the team I needed to show up, on and off the ice, and that is when I started going to the gym. I slowly began to gain more interest in how the body moves as I started to see a difference in how I played and how my body benefitted from the work I had put in.
I studied Kinesiology at Laurier and played for the Goldenhawks ringette team. Juggling school work and sport, I utilized exercise as my outlet, as it helped me both physically and mentally through a very busy schedule. As I learned more about the physiological and psychological benefits of exercise, from classes such as biomechanics and anatomy to sport psychology, I wanted to spread my knowledge with others and help them feel happier and healthier. I was able to start sharing my passion of fitness by helping create and leading workouts for Laurier athletes and this led me to getting my CanFit Pro personal trainer certification.
My goal as a trainer is to help people recognize all the benefits that exercise has to offer and that no matter what background you come from (a retired athlete, a weekend warrior, someone who has never been to a gym or someone who has a disability), exercise is for everyone! Finding something that works for your body and learning how to listen to your body is crucial to create a healthy lifestyle.
FITNESS BELIEFS
Exercise is not always about going hard at the gym; it can be as simple as going for a walk
Everyone comes from different exercise backgrounds; don’t compare yourself to others
Adding movement to your everyday life, not matter how much or little, can lead to a healthier lifestyle
EDUCATION
Registered Kinesiologist (R.Kin)
Honours Bachelor of Kinesiology, Minor Psychology (Fitness Assessment & Exercise Perscripition, Functional Human Anatomy, Human and Exercise Physiology, Athletic Injuries, Teaching and Coaching Physical Activity, and more)
CanFitPro Personal Training Specialist (PTS)
CPR and First Aid
Trainer: EMMA HOUSTON
I played hockey competitively for the majority of my childhood, but I also enjoyed rugby, soccer, volleyball, and archery. Sports seemed like the perfect escape from sitting in school classrooms learning your “typical” Math, Science, and English
I started attending the gym in the middle of high school to gain more self-confidence. I outgrew my love for sports and wanted to be a part of a community again. I quickly started growing within the gym community. Throughout my journey, it helped me find my true passion in life which is for the overall health and well-being of others. I want to help others overcome their fear of not fitting in as I once did. I fully believe that everybody deserves to have an outlet for their physical and mental health.
I am now studying health and fitness including anatomy and physiology, nutrition, physiology of exercise, and sports injuries.
FITNESS BELIEFS:
Consistency is key
Fitness builds you up. It does not tear you down
Fitness creates high-quality lives
Do it for YOU
EDUCATION:
DTS Personal Trainer Level 1
National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA - CSCS) - In progress
Burgener Strength - Level 1 (Olympic Lifting)
Barbell Rehab Certified Trainer (bridging the gap between physical therapy & fitness)
Fitness and Health Promotion
TRAINER: BRIANA Johns
WHO AM I:
I grew up always playing sports and staying active. During my time in college I signed up to a gym with tons of exercise machines and intimidating people. I really knew nothing about the machines and would turn to Bodyweight Pinterest workouts. I felt like an embarrassed imposter.
Since moving to Exeter my passion for strength training only grew stronger. I knew I never wanted to go back to the “30 Minute Booty Burner” workouts and intimidating places.
With a lot of education, perseverance and hours spent learning from highly qualified fitness professionals I landed at Jolt Fitness.
I believe that exercise shouldn’t be a punishment, it should build you up. I love community, coaching and supporting people in a way that best suits their lifestyle. Exercise and movement are for life.
The gym doesn’t have to be a scary and intimidating place. We are all human inside Jolt Fitness. I believe in celebrating all achievements, big or small!
FITNESS BELIEFS:
Movement is crucial to a healthy life
Don’t punish your body doing something you hate
Be yourself
EDUCATION:
NASM Group Fitness Instructor
DTS Personal Trainer Level 1
Barbell Rehab Certified Trainer (bridging the gap between physical therapy & fitness)
TRAINER: TANYA Fisher
WHO AM I:
I grew up in a household that was passionate about soccer and hockey. Our lives revolved around the two for most of my childhood and teen years. I played recreational and high school soccer and recreational ringette until my teenage years. When I wasn’t at the rink or on the pitch, I enjoyed cross country skiing, biking and track and field.
My passion for lifting and the gym came after college in my early 20’s. I remember distinctly buying the Billy Banks Tae Bo VHS tapes and immediately became hooked. Shortly after that I got certified to teach ‘aerobics’ classes and did that for several years.
I realized at that point there isn’t anything you can’t do. If you are passionate, determined, focused, you CAN do anything. Hungry for more, in my early 30’s I became certified as a personal trainer and worked at a privately run fitness facility in Cambridge. My newest love, Yoga has changed the way I look at my body and feel about myself. I have so much gratitude for the movement and breath connection. Yoga has made me stronger, calmer, more focused determined and confident. I continue to stay hungry for knowledge, and push myself to be better both in and out of the gym.
My WHY has been and always will be to help people improve their quality of life and to lead by example for my children, Brayden and Brynlee.
FITNESS BELIEFS:
Trust the process
Don’t give up on yourself. One bad day or week does not dictate failure
Fitness is a lifelong journey. Be patient. Slow and steady wins this race
The mind/body connection is underrated
Age is only a number
EDUCATION:
Yoga Renew 500 hour certification
Reiki Level II
DTS Personal Trainer Level 1
International Sports Sciences Personal Trainer
CPR First Aid
trainer: Lauryn OVERHOLT
WHO AM I:
My ongoing involvement in sport and movement in addition to my longtime passion for the human body has lead me to where I am today. I grew up playing hockey, field hockey, and soccer, and have been fortunate enough to continue playing these sports recreationally in my adult years. I enjoy challenging my body, hustling, and working as a team toward a common goal. In my adolescent years I began to lean into my interest that is the human body and pursued a BSc. in Biomedical Sciences at UoGuelph. During my four years at Guelph I remained involved in recreational sport while I absorbed as much as I could about human anatomy, nutrition, and physiology, which constantly left me in awe of how incredibly intelligent and gifted the human body and its processes are.
It wasn’t until after my undergraduate studies that I began my relationship with the gym. I developed a deep appreciation and love for the individual physical challenge it presented, similar but different from the usual team environment I was used to, and began to learn, grow, and gain. I used my time at the gym to not only better myself physically, but also used it as a practice for self discipline and developing a healthy relationship with myself and my body. With consistency and discipline I began to experience and be encouraged by the many downstream effects that exercise brings to your quality of life, such as improved energy levels and quality of sleep, better mental health, making healthier food choices, heightened confidence, and the list goes on. At the same time, I started my studies in Osteopathic Manual Therapy at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy where I learned even more about human biomechanics, anatomy, and physiology.
I originally entered this field with the drive to work in a traditional healthcare setting, but eventually shifted my perspective on what healthcare truly meant to me. Half way through the program I decided to switch directions as I desired to be apart of proactive healthcare that embodied all pillars of health, all of which I believe can be found on the gym floor.
My goal, as a trainer, is to facilitate your individual relationship with your body and health. I want to empower you by helping you reach and evolve your goals through education, effort, and the development of sustainable strategies.
FITNESS BELIEFS
Your body is built and engineered to move and keep you healthy - use nutrition and exercise to tap into the body’s innate ways of maintaining health and longevity
Consistency and discipline will take you places motivation never could
Exercise and resistance training is the most lucrative investment for short-term and long-term health
EDUCATION
Honours Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Science - University of Guelph
Masters in Practice of Osteopathic Manual Sciences (M. OMSc) - Canadian Academy of Osteopathy - Completed 2/4 years
National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA - CSCS) - In progress
Barbell Rehab Method Certified Trainer (bridging the gap between physical therapy & fitness)
CPR/AED
Equipment
Battle Ropes & Sleds
Olympic Rings
Barbells & Bumper Plates
Dumbbells
Kettlebells
20 Ft. of Rig space
100 Ft. turf
Yoga Mats
Treadmills, Rowers & Airbikes
Plyo Boxes, Slam & Wall Balls
Shower & Change Rooms with towel service
& More!