Our second Azorean on the team, Addy has been dedicated to a personal fitness and movement practice for many years. She regularly trains for & runs half marathons and can be found regularly in the CrossFit and yoga studios. Addy’s physical tour de force starts in the early morning being a thoroughbred race horse exercise rider during the day, and she brings that energy and intensity into each and every one of her classes.

Alex possesses a competitive drive that helped take her to the international level in Ultimate Frisbee and now fuels her preparation for CrossFit competitions. As a competitive athlete she spends lots of time training & loves getting stronger and lifting heavy things, but of course lots of time is also devoted to the more technical aspects of the sport – Olympic lifting and gymnastics movements to name a few. What little time is left is spent on her other gig – working on her Master’s thesis in Exercise Psychology, as well as her sidekick Martie who often accompanies her to Energia and can be found wrestling with our own four-legged mascot Mila. Alex has an upbeat, positive and supportive vibe that will encourage you to believe in yourself and accomplish the unexpected.

Bernard is a powerhouse coach who walks the talk – he finished in the top 100 in Canada West and competed in the 2017 CrossFit Regionals in Portland, Oregon. He brings a deep understanding in technical movement, perhaps drawing from the discipline and finesse he acquired as a classically trained pianist and guitarist. Bernard will share his knowledge and experience in helping you understand and improve your own movement, while encouraging you to push to your own limits.

Born in Manila and raised in Toronto, Carla lives and breathes yoga, but in her spare time has a fondness for making beautiful hand-made soap. She completed her first yoga teacher training certification in Thailand and shortly after found her voice to teach yoga with confidence. Carla’s classes will encourage you to get intimate with your own feelings and sensations of your body and mind. You can look forward to increased joint mobility as well as an overall sense of calm and balance.

This Torontonian is proud to have run the half marathon in 1:34:00 but we all know that a lower number is simply a matter of time. Dustin began his movement journey studying martial arts and those skills continue to serve him well as one of our CrossFit Greektown and kettlebell instructors. You are sure to find Dustin’s boundless energy and enthusiasm infectious, inspiring and energizing.

Being raised in Parry Sound Jon was practically born with a hockey stick in his hands, however he has long traded that in for his passion for two wheeled vehicles – motorized or otherwise. For Jon, Energia is about cross-training – endurance, power, mindfulness, intensity, strength, skill. His powerhouse classes will combine these elements along with a sense of fun and adventure that will push you to redefine your limits.

When Kathy was inspired to leave her professional career and follow her passion for yoga she combined teaching with her love of travel and is now actively involved with many retreats. Kathy’s challenging classes incorporate creative movements that strengthen and lengthen the body while staying connected to the breath. You will be inspired to push yourself and encouraged to smile and laugh!

Kathryn can be defined as a “true Canadian” – she would be happy to give you feedback in either of our official languages! She can also be described as “multi-disciplinary” – not only has she completed certifications in CrossFit, yoga, Pilates and massage, but she’s a decent aerialist to boot! Overflowing with positive energy, Kathryn’s classes are an environment where you will feel comfortable pushing your boundaries, and have tons of fun doing it.

Lea hails from the Azores, Portugal but a tiny island in the middle of the Atlantic could never contain her. This master of movement has done it all and then some, but still seeks to deepen her training at every opportunity, often upgrading skills and qualifications during her off time. Her teaching styles are as wide as her ability to teach many disciplines, but Lea is always eager to impart her wisdom in a way that is equal parts relaxing, challenging, fulfilling, fun and accessible to all.

Marc, our own Acadian Stallion, has never let his own physical challenges slow him down, and that intensity shines brightly in all his classes, whether it’s CrossFit or Kettlebell Plus. One of Energia’s longest serving instructors, Marc started with Spinning but soon developed a passion for all things fitness, and that passion comes through in every one of his full octane classes. Marc brings his talent, enthusiasm and creativity to every Garage Gym session - you’ll be amazed with his physical prowess as well as his eagerness to pass on his knowledge and ability in a safe, fun environment.

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Theresa is a multi-disciplinary teacher who, in addition to delving deep into the world of yoga, has also spent many years overseas studying classical homeopathy while performing in a semi-professional bellydance troupe! Back in her home town of Toronto, she enjoys taking a break with a long walk in a park or a canoe trip through Algonquin Park. You are sure to find Theresa’s classes friendly, intimate and inclusive as she creates a space with relaxing music and personal attention where one can refresh, renew and reconnect.