ATHLETE TESTIMONIALS
T. Melius
Professional Rock Climber
As a former competitive athlete of many years, I have a strong relationship with my body, and I have worked with many different sports professionals. I started working with Manny as I needed to regain strength and condition after giving birth and dealing with the resultant chronic issues. Manny supported me in my recovery journey by holding the space for me - I was in a very vulnerable place physically as well as emotionally - and he did not patronize me. He acknowledged and encouraged my relationship with my body, even as it had changed. He allowed space for my process (I need to complain out loud before I can throw out my best performances), and did so with patience and humour. He always pushed me to where he knew I could go, and at the same time respected when I said I needed to back off. He was able to shift his plans for my program in response to emerging circumstances, and I never felt judged. Manny is a very knowledgeable sports professional, but it's his authentic and caring manner that makes him the one I want to train with.
S. Smith
First Year Junior
Provincial Rock Climber
"Manny was a great coach who is attentive towards proper techniques when doing anything. His plans are also very personal and he is great at curating a personal coach and athlete relationship."
M. Arsenault
Provincial Wheelchair Rugby
"Manny was my strength coach for 1 year while I was training for wheelchair rugby. His cheerful and friendly attitude made for a great training environment. He demonstrated an expertise in exercise science and was fantastic at adapting exercises for my needs. Working with Manny means a custom program tailored to your needs and dedication to helping achieve your goals. I saw significant improvement while working with him and would recommend him to anyone looking to see improvements with the help of a friendly, energetic, and committed coach."
S. Bates
Varsity Volleyball & Forever Athlete
"After graduating as a varsity athlete, I struggled with transitioning to a healthy and active lifestyle. Manny has supported me through the process of redefining what it means to be an athlete. He takes an evidence informed approach to developing programs that are individualized based on specific needs, interests, setbacks or goals. I am so grateful I took the first step and asked Manny to be my coach."
M. Friboulet
Recreational Rock Climber and Skier
"Manny has been an amazing coach. I'm a rock climber who has always focused my training on the upper body as it's what we used the most in this sport. Manny made me a training plan with exercises I would have never thought about, improving my whole body strength. And it was amazing to see the progress made on the climbing wall. Thanks again Manny, I will keep training hard and climb harder."
E. Ruberto
Health and Fitness Enthusiast
"Manny taught me about nutrition, he showed me the proper technique when lifting a weight or doing a body weight exercise. He was very thorough and answered any questions I had about training and certain exercises. Because of Manny my training improved my health and my self-confidence. "