Personal Training Director/Kinesiologist

Laura leads our personal training team here at TWP! She has an eye for setting clients up with the perfect trainer to suit their individual goals and needs. Each team member has a unique set of skills and knowledge to ensure there is a trainer that is your ideal match!

Laura has a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics and enjoys combining training and rehab for her clients, as well as teaching barbell movements. She competes in Powerlifting and represented team BC in the 2023 Canadian Powerlifting Union National Championships with hopes to make it back in 2024.

Laura believes that feeling strong is extremely empowering and that everyone should experience it.

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CPT/ GFI

KyLee is a CFES Certified Group Fitness Coach and Personal Trainer, as well as a  GGS-1 Women’s Coaching Specialist & GGS Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist. She has been part of the team  at TWP since 2018, and in the industry since 2014. KyLee loves to push others (and herself) outside of their comfort zone to be their best & strongest selves. She follows the principles of science-driven lifting, and motivates women to make barbells a part of their fitness journey. When KyLee’s not coaching, you’ll likely still find her at the gym. In-person and online coaching available.

Registered Kinesiologist

Trevor grew up in the Okanagan playing competitive hockey, soccer, and baseball. Where ultimately he pursued baseball and played at the collegiate level in the United States. Along the road, Trevor experienced many setbacks due to injuries which eventually sparked his passion for strength training and rehab.

Trevor is a registered kinesiologist and received his undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics from the University of British Columbia.

When Trevor is not at work you can find him lifting, running, backpacking, cooking, camping, fishing, snowboarding, hiking, or coaching baseball. He believes that exercise is medicine for nourishing the mind and body when it comes to physical and mental health.

“I’ve been injured many times, taking one step forward and two steps back. It sucks, it’s emotional and the lessons I’ve learned from overcoming these challenges in life have made me who I am today ”. My goal to my clients and peers is to be kind, passionate and bring out the best in everyone, whether that is in the gym or in life, I am here for you.

CPT / GFI

Hi, my name is Andie. I’m a Certified Personal Trainer (CFES) from Kelowna, BC.

Kelowna born and raised, and immersed in the Kelowna lifestyle, the mountains and lake have become my outdoor playground. I am passionate about finding joy through movement and enjoying fitness. Living your most empowered life and feeling energized are fundamental building blocks that we can build together as a team.

My focus is on helping you reach your fitness goals in a sustainable and healthy way with a focus on knowledge building, so that you can feel confident.

I specialize in personal training, small and large group training.

CPT/ GFI

Taya wants to meet you where you’re at and help guide you; to achieve your goals and build a lifestyle and mindset that serves you best, while approaching health with a wide lenses.

Taya believes that creating a supportive and sustainable relationship with movement and nourishment has the ability to significantly improve one’s wellness and quality of life. Whether that be improved mental health, body image, nutrient intake, athletic performance, energy and strength to keep up with life’s demands or confidence to live and travel independently regardless of age, the list goes on. With her passion for self improvement, self acceptance, longevity, connection, empowerment, educating and living life to the full, Taya is excited to make an impact. She aspires to support you in the best way she knows how by combining her passions, Human Kinetics Diploma, CSEP Certification and nutrition/supplement knowledge, with her vast experience in competitive sports, an ACL reconstruction recovery, time as a post secondary basketball player, and creating an intentional lifestyle that is supportive to her mental, spiritual and physical well being.

CPT

Natalie holds a degree in Human Kinetics from UBCO, and her CPT CSEP Certification. 

She’s passionate about helping women feel energized, strong, and confident in their bodies. 

Her science-backed, big-picture approach focuses on habit building, energy, and empowerment, so you’re set up to feel good for the long haul, not just for a few weeks. 

She works closely with IVY Health Clinic, where she has a special interest in women’s and hormonal health. 

When she’s not in the gym, you can find her on the ski hill, outdoor climbing, or dancing her heart out at a concert or festival. 

CPT / Nutrition Coach / GFI

As a Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach, Dawn knows that being healthy isn’t just about what you eat and how much you exercise - it’s a 3-dimensional whole-person, a whole-life experience where physical, mental, and emotional factors all play a very real part. Dawn likes to approach fitness and nutrition from a Deep Health perspective, where why you eat, how you eat, who you are, and how you feel are just as important as what you eat. Her sustainable, practice-based coaching method is designed around individual goals and preferences, not pre-packaged, “one-size-fits-all” meal plans or fad diets.

CPT / Clinical Counsellor

Stephanie is passionate about making health feel less complicated. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Kinetics and Psychology, is a CSEP-Certified Personal Trainer, and has a Master of Clinical Social Work. 

After a cervical spine injury changed her relationship with movement, Stephanie experienced firsthand what it takes to return to physical activity. This journey shaped her appreciation for the role movement plays in quality of life and deepened her interest in the connection between mental and physical health.

Outside of her work here, Stephanie practises as a counsellor at Momentum Health in downtown Kelowna.

CPT / GFI

Christy has always believed that movement has the power to change more than just our bodies. It builds confidence, resilience, and reminds us that we’re capable of more than we often give ourselves credit for.

Her own fitness journey has taken many forms over the years, from competitive swimming and endurance sports to mountain biking, hiking, cycling, and strength training. Along the way, she discovered that her greatest passion isn’t simply exercising herself, it’s helping others discover what they’re capable of.

As a Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor, Christy loves creating an environment where women feel supported, challenged, and successful, regardless of where they’re starting. Whether your goal is building strength, improving confidence in the gym, moving with less pain, or simply keeping up with life outside the gym, she’s here to help you get there in a way that feels sustainable and enjoyable.

Her coaching style combines education, encouragement, and accountability. Christy believes good technique builds confidence, consistency beats perfection, and strength training is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves at every stage of life.

When she’s not coaching, you’ll usually find Christy on a mountain bike, hiking a new trail, lifting weights, or planning her next outdoor adventure. She loves exploring what our bodies are capable of, and hopes to help every client discover that same sense of strength, confidence, and possibility.

CPT/ GFI

Denise has been a certified fitness professional working in the fitness industry for over twenty-five years. While raising a busy family of four active boys in Montreal, she learned how to encourage, support and motivate each one to care for and believe in themselves to accomplish their goals. She brings this same passion to her clients and continues to motivate, educate and inspire others to be active and make healthy lifestyle choices.

CPT / GFI

Jocelyn has her Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science from the University of British Columbia Okanagan and has been involved in sport and training for most of her life. Growing up playing competitive basketball and lacrosse shaped her love for movement, strength, and pushing herself both physically and mentally.

Jocelyn loves working with clients to build strong, confident bodies through individualized, sustainable training programs. She has a strong passion for strength training and focuses on helping clients move well, training consistently, and feel capable in the gym.

Jocelyn is especially passionate about helping women feel comfortable and confident in strength training spaces. She believes fitness should be fun, empowering, and accessible to everyone. When she’s not coaching, you can find Jocelyn lifting in the gym, boxing and kickboxing, or snowboarding.

CPT / GGS-Pre & Postnatal Specialist

Tasha is a huge advocate for educating females on the importance of building functional strength in pregnancy & postpartum. She strives to build confidence in clients that transfers far outside the walls of a gym. Tasha is also a huge advocate for work/life balance and will never say no to a margarita or a day on the lake.

CPT / RMT

Victoria’s approach is simple: train for the long game. Strength, mobility, and endurance are what carry you through life. Whether that's lifting your grandkids, hiking a trail, or carrying all your groceries in one trip, she wants you to feel confident in your body’s abilities. 

Victoria’s programs centre on foundational strength, smart conditioning, and movement quality, all built around your goals, your history, and your schedule. So whether you're starting from scratch, returning after time away, or looking to train smarter, she’ll meet you where you are and help you get where you want to be.