Meet Our Trainers

Get to know the passionate and experienced trainers and instructors who make Dupont 24 Hour Fitness more than just a gym.

Personal Trainers

All personal training clients receive InBody body composition scans to track real progress.

Gareth Ainslie

Certifications: CanFitPro Personal Training Specialist, Mobility Coach Certification

Specialties:

• Hypertrophy & Strength Building

• Sustainable Fat Loss

Ideal for:

• Beginners building solid foundations and confidence in the gym

• Intermediate level clients struggling to break plateaus or with specific physique goals

Experience: Over 1 year coaching and training dozens of clients to lose fat and build muscle.

"Imperfect consistency" is the rule I live by, what I preach and the key to seeing you thrive and in control of your health! My goal is to cut through the noise and simplify the formula so fitness fits with YOUR lifestyle and body.

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Anne Trinh

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James Lucas

Certifications: ISSA Certificate Personal Trainer, ISSA Kettlebell, CPR/AED Certified

Specialties: Hypertrophy, Weightlifting, and Boxing

Ideal for:

• Men and Women over 30

• Anyone starting their fitness journey who wants guidance without pressure

Experience: 10 Years of experience | Over 100 clients trained

My goal is for you to get introduced and enjoy the lifestyle . Understand the fundamentals.

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Macklin Desouza

Certifications: Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion, B.A in Psychology, CanFitPro Personal Training Specialist, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, MedFit Classroom Adaptive Fitness Specialist

Specialties :

• Building Muscle & Losing Fat

• Pain-free movement

• Corrective postural exercises

• Behaviour change

Ideal for:

•⁠ ⁠People looking to move pain free/coming out of an injury

•⁠ ⁠People of any experience level looking to improve

•⁠ ⁠Beginners who want to build confidence and comfort in a gym setting

•⁠ ⁠Anyone looking to build long-term and sustainable health habits

•⁠ ⁠People who want to understand how their body moves

Experience : 1.5 years coaching and training clients.

“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Take that first step with me and you will make it many thousand miles.”

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Emily Nixon

Certifications: CertifiedCPTN Certified Personal Trainer, 200 HR Yoga Teacher Training, CPR/AED

Specialties: Working with fellow ND folks

+ People who have experience with high pressure around their bodies (actors, models, dancers)

Ideal for:

• People who want to learn to move in fun and empowering ways

• Beginners who feel nervous about the gym

• People who have experienced a history of eating disorder and want to find a healthy relationship to exercise (I've been there)

• People who feel frustrated or bored with movement. I promise we'll find something you like.

Experience: 3 years teaching yoga. 1.5 years coaching and training clients.

My goal is to help you find movement that you enjoy doing and makes you feel great.

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Henry Wong

Certifications: ISSA Certificate Personal Trainer, ISSA Strength and Conditioning Specialist, CPR/AED Certified

Specialties:

• Hypertrophy Training

• Functional Strength and Conditioning

Ideal for:

• Beginners who want to learn proper form and technique in training

• People looking to improve overall health, stamina, and reduce joint pain

• Experienced athletes who feel stuck and want to break plateaus

Experience: 2 years of personal training experience across commercial and private gyms. Conducted 100+ consultations and fitness assessments, working with clients of diverse backgrounds and goals.

Training is a powerful tool for building a healthy, strong, and pain-free life. With my experience and methodology, I can help you train in a way that supports your body and fits your lifestyle.

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Group Class Instructors

Tash Francesca

⁠Classes at Dupont Fitness:

Yoga Power

Certifications:

200 HR Pilates, 225 Hatha + Vinayasa, 300 HR trauma informed yoga therapy certification, 40 HR restorative + nidrā, 40 HR barre, 40 HR accessible + chair yoga, 80 HR advanced sequencing, 20 HR sound training, 75 HR movement method immersive and more

Specialties:

philosophy, prānāyām, biomechanics and working with racialized yoga teachers through yoga education.

Experience: ⁠⁠6+ years of drop in classes, 3+ years of lead teacher training, mentorship, retreat lead and sound facilitation. 3+ years of studio management and studio marketing

⁠⁠My hope in every class is that you are reminded of your own inner power through stillness and presence.

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Dorota Buczel

Classes at Dupont Fitness:

HIIT with Dorota

Power Pilates Fusion

Certifications: FIS Canfitpro, Pilates, Kick boxing, Pre/Post Natal Fitness, Yoga Nidra, Hypnotherapy

Specialties: Balancing butt kicking workouts with focused integration of body/mind/breath awareness, while having fun!

Experience: 11 years+ of vast experience in leading private and group training, including HIIT, Strength Training, Pilates, Kickboxing, Rebounding and more.

My focus is on creating a supportive and motivating environment where each person can unlock their true potential. I believe that to reach your highest achievements in life, you must first optimize both your body and your mind.

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Ali Shahabuddin

Classes at Dupont Fitness:

Rise & Grind: Full Body Power Circuit

Certifications: NASM Elite Certified Trainer, Certified Group Fitness Instructor (CGFI), Certified Personal Training Specialist (CPTS), Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES), and Nutrition Certification (CNC)

Specialties: Delivering dynamic, results-driven classes ranging from bootcamps to cardio-infused resistance training. Known for blending innovative training methods, personalized coaching, and relentless motivation.

Experience: 11+ years of group training and coaching across a wide variety of formats. Recognized for strong leadership, high energy, and the ability to inspire transformation in every session.

My mission is to help you achieve your goals faster with innovative training methods, personalized guidance, and relentless motivation.

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Serena Sutherland

Classes at Dupont Fitness:

Mindful Balance (Hatha Yoga)

Ignite (Power Vinyasa)

Flow State Vinyasa flow

Certifications:

200HR Yoga Teacher Training (Soma Yoga Institute, 2024). Plus 2 years of advanced yoga mentorship.

Reaching In, Reaching Out Mindfulness Training for Movement Instructors

Specialties: Hatha (balance), Vinyasa (flow), Power Vinyasa (strength), Meditation & Breathwork, Yin & Restorative, plus community workshops with sound healing & mindfulness.

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Experience: 6+ years teaching in studios, retreats, and privates (Calm Heart, The Villij, OnePeopleTO, etc.). Skilled in inclusive, accessible practices for all levels, with a community-focused approach.

My teaching is rooted in presence and connection. Through mindful movement, breath, and community, I guide students to find balance between strength and softness, on and off the mat

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Yaz Khalaj

Classes at Dupont Fitness:

Pilates x Strength

Certifications:

B.Sc Kinesiology

M.OMSc Osteopathy Student

ISSA strength & conditioning specialist

ISSA Personal Trainer

Pilates Instructor Certification

Specialties: ⁠Full body balance between stability + mobility. Deep focus on spinal + pelvic movement mechanics and awareness with an emphasis on core strength & diaphragmatic breathing.

Experience: 5 years of strength and conditioning coaching. ⁠⁠1 year of mat Pilates. Classical and contemporary blend. Private and group studio classes. ⁠⁠7yrs of functional anatomy focus and deep connections of the layers of the body to work as a unit through rehab. (Osteo + Kin) tying together in application.