André Noël Potvin
M.Sc., CES, CSCS

André Noël Potvin is a fitness educator and rehabilitation exercise specialist with 23 years of leadership experience and 13 years of specialization in clinical exercise and post-injury rehabilitation.  He is currently managing partner of EnerChanges Medical, Health, Wellness and Fitness Clinic in Vancouver.  André holds a M.Sc. in cardiac rehabilitation from the University of British Columbia, where he served for 4 years on the teaching faculty of the School of Human Kinetics.  He is a certified Clinical Exercise Specialist (CES) of the American Council on Exercise and an NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).  André is also founding president and owner of INFOFIT Educators School for Fitness Professionals and a BCRPA Trainer of Leaders.   He is frequently invited to lecture at international certification and continuing education seminars for personal trainers, chiropractors, physiotherapists and registered kinesiologists.

Professional Accreditations & Experience
• EnerChanges Medical, Health, Wellness & Fitness Clinic(www.enerchanges.com)
 managing partner, clinical exercise director (2004 - present )
• INFOFIT Educators – School for Fitness Professionals 
 founding president & owner (1988 – present)
• University of British Columbia School of Human Kinetics:
 M.Sc. in cardiac rehabilitation (1998)
 teaching faculty member 1997-2001
• American Council on Exercise (ACE)
 certified clinical exercise specialist
 certified personal fitness trainer (gold certificate)
• National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)
 certified strength & conditioning specialist (CSCS)
• British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA)
 registered trainer of fitness leaders
 developer of provincial personal trainer exams (A and B)

Author of the following volumes in the INFOFIT Educators Series (www.infofit.ca):
Look and Feel Good in Your Genes! A Blueprint for Living Happily  Weight Room Service Instructor Certification Course©
One Minute for Life (In Press) Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Course©
Are You Fit For Love? (In Press) Clinical Exercise Specialist and Post-injury Rehabilitation Certification program
Fitness Education – Theory and Application Course© Apprenticeship Training and Practicum (ATP) Program

Co-author of the following volumes in the Productive Fitness ‘Great Handbooks’ series (www.productivefitness.com):
The Great Dumbbell Book The Great Balance & Stability Handbook
The Great Body Ball Handbook The Great Functional Training Handbook (October 2006)
The Great Stretch Tubing Handbook The Great Foam Roller Handbook (October 2006)
The Great Medicine Ball Handbook The Great Gardening Handbook
The Great Barbell Handbook The Great Home Gym Handbook

Troy Tyrell - Personal Trainer

Troy Tyrell is Founder and Owner of Tsquared Training.

Troy offers over 10 years of training experience and has networked and trained with some of the best names in the local and international fitness and health industries.  From Massage Therapists, Power lifters, Fitness Competitors to Athletic Trainers and Naturopathic Doctors and with over 15 years in recreational and recreationally competitive sports, Troy offers comprehensive knowledge of fitness and health trends and issues.   Over the years, Troy continuously updates his skills and knowledge to ensure he is on top of the most current health and fitness trends.

As a recreational hockey player, mountain biker, volley-ball player, and multi-sport competitor, Troy must be continually on top of his training and be current on training techniques.  He uses his knowledge from the early years of training with friends who were world-class record holding athletes, Personal trainers, and Fitness Competitors where Troy learned many new and different techniques to train the human body for maximum results.   Troy also practices yoga and bases much of his training on principles following yoga philosophies.

Troy is currently studying for his Clinical Exercise Specialist certification. He continually upgrades his knowledge by attending seminars, workshops and conferences such as BCRPA, Infofit & CAN-FIT PRO.   Associated with INFOFIT Educators and EnerChanges™ Anti-Aging, Health and Fitness clinic, Troy is well versed in all aspects of health, fitness and lifestyle and brings this knowledge and energy to his clients to help them achieve the healthy state of well-being he enjoys every day. 

Philosophy
It is my intention to provide a service that changes people’s lives everyday. Clients will experience improved self-confidence, health, wellness, appearance, strength and flexibility

Mission Statement
It is my goal to teach my clients proper techniques and methods to improve physical conditioning, posture and general appearance.

To Provide EVERY client with the best fitness experience and most current health information so they have the knowledge and power to use it every day life and to help them reach and retain their fitness goals.

Certifications and Education
BCRPA Certified Weight Training Instructor
BCRPA Personal Trainer, Postural Analysis
First aid & CPR

Areas of Expertise
Weight Loss/Gain
Cardio Fitness
Weight Management
Training with focus on proper technique and posture
Core Body Strength
Abdominal & Lower Back Strength.

Experience:

Pharmacuetical Technician
Personal Fitness Training
Weight Room Supervision
Fitness Testing (RMR/SUBMAX)

Credentials:

Pharmaceutical Technician (Level 3)
Owner/Operator of Body Creations Personal Training
Completeing Clinical Exercise Specialiast
BCRPA Certified Personal Trainer
BCRPA Certified Weight Room Instructor
INFOFIT Correcting Postural Imbalances
INFOFIT Correcting Joint & Muscle Imbalances
INFOFIT Rehabilitating the Elbow, Shoulder & Wrist
INFOFIT Rehabilitating the Hip,Knee and Ankle
INFOFIT Cardiac Rehabilitation
INFOFIT Athritis Rehabilitation

Philosophy

I have been a pharmaceutical technician since 1992 and have over the years noticed an alarming increase in the use of prescription medications for conditions that are controllable with simple diet and exercise. I want to be there to help people help themselves to a healthier and happier lifestyle. I would like to be there to help decrease the countries growing health crisis with obesity in both adults and children. I believe a healthy lifestyle begins when we are children and they need positive role models. My personal goals are to continue with my education as a clinical exercise specialist.

1)       I work at EnerChanges because I find it to be a nurturing and positive environment , where we are encouraged to give feed back and are valued as individuals

2)       I am a positive person who likes to encourage others to reach for their goals. Most people find me entertaining but also I know how to get the best out of people do so as to keep them motivated. I am rarely too serious and like to make people laugh!

3)       I like everything about being at EnerChanges. It’s a great place to be for personal growth and encouragement. Everyone that works at EnerChanges are bright bubbly people that work well together and enjoying helping each other and the patients.

BCRPA Personal Trainer, BKin
Experience
• Personal Fitness Training
• Office Manager
• Resistance Training for adults with Multiple Sclerosis
• Wheel Chair Dance for children with Spina Bifida
• Swimming Strength training for adults with Cerebral Palsy
Credentials
• Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
• Registered with BCAK (British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists)
• INFOFIT Correcting Postural Imbalances
• INFOFIT Rehabilitating the Hip, Knee and Ankle

Philosophy
My greatest reward comes from the satisfaction of helping others. I feel compelled to pass on any health information and instruction I’ve obtained to help others achieve their motivational and physical goals. I make every effort to create a comfortable environment so that physical activity is enjoyed rather than dreaded. My eagerness and willingness to help others physically, motivationally and emotionally, makes me a integral part of the EnerChanges team.

Happiness is……being in an environment that allows me to continually learn, that challenges me & helps me succeed in going beyond what I believe I can do.
EnerChanges is a true team environment of people working together to produce unbelievable results.  Everyone here is valued & appreciated for their own unique talents & skills.

Being able to share my day with people who have similar philosophies about health, fitness & life in general is always an uplifting experience.  Passing this on to our clients is a wonderful feeling, especially when I see the results & positive changes in people’s lives. 

I’m here because it makes me happy.