Avos Strength
909 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, Canada
(14)
909 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, Canada
(14)
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Evelyn Calado is the Owner of Avos Strength. She is a Vancouver strength and conditioning coach who has a Master’s degree in Kinesiology, focusing on high performance training and coaching science from the University of British Columbia.
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14 customer reviews
Mack C
I was dealing with back pain from a bulged disk in my spine for many years. Was at the point where I thought I needed surgery.
I did a few months of 1 on 1 with Evelyn and then on my own worth a program she had created for me. Within 4 months I was back feeling great with her guidance!
I would highly recommend her to anybody from a beginner to an expert. She has the best understanding and is incredibly personable!
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David Minichiello
Evelyn coached me in boxing for the better part of a year in 2020-21. Because of her experience as a boxer, I learned a lot and saw frequent improvement. She was very patient and encouraging, flexible and adaptable to what I wanted versus following her own agenda, but she did not hold back from needed course correction. More than a coach, she was and is a teacher. Most especially, I had fun! More...
Marcia Pitch
At 74 years old, I began my strength training journey with Evelyn Calado. Training twice a week, I saw it as an investment in my future. Now, at 77, the results have surpassed my expectations. My bone density has increased, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Beyond physical health, I've experienced improved mobility, stamina, and sleep quality. In fact, I recently defeated someone 30 years younger than me in an arm wrestle. My posture has also improved, and I haven't faced any major health issues. This journey has taught me the importance of staying active and investing in my well-being. It's never too late to start! More...
Kevin Gass
I’ve worked with Evelyn five years and counting and it’s life changing in terms of fitness and agility. Best of all it’s translated to sports I play such as golf, squash (especially) and cycling. Evelyn’s programs are tailored to your needs and age - nothing off the shelf. She is a personal trainer who customizes to the individual. My highest recommendation! More...
Alexander G
I've had the pleasure of training with Evelyn for several years, and I can confidently say that she is one of the best strength and conditioning coaches out there.
Her knowledge, dedication, and enthusiasm are inspiring, and I saw progress and results under her guidance.
Evelyn is not only incredibly knowledgeable about all aspects of strength training, but she is also an excellent communicator and teacher. She always took the time to explain the reasoning behind each exercise or technique and ensured that I fully understood each step of the process. Her attention to detail and form is impressive, and I always felt safe and supported during each training session.
What sets Evelyn apart from other coaches is her ability to tailor each session to my individual needs and goals. She took the time to understand my strengths, weaknesses, and limitations, and created a personalized program that was challenging yet achievable. She constantly pushed me to reach my potential, but also knew when to adjust the intensity and volume to prevent burnout or injury.
Overall, I highly recommend Evelyn to anyone looking to improve their strength, fitness, and overall health. Her expertise, passion, and commitment to her clients make her an exceptional coach and an asset to the fitness industry. Thank you, Evelyn, for everything!
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Rochelle Magnaye
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Evelyn is an amazing personal trainer! Her in-depth knowledge and tailored workouts have been instrumental in helping me achieve my fitness goals, especially in preparing for my wedding. Right from the start, Evelyn took the time to understand my goals and assess my fitness level. She listened to all my concerns, particularly about my chronic neck pain, and incorporated specific workouts to help my neck pain go away. Evelyn's customized workout plans not only helped me achieve my fitness goals, but I also feel confident and look great for my wedding day! Highly recommend! More...
Max Becker-Pos
I've been training with Evelyn for the better part of a year. I'm super pleased with my results. Evelyn is exactly what I'd always wanted in a trainer for several important reasons. First, she knows how to keep changing the stimulus so that I continue to see progress and stay motivated, without stagnating or hitting a plateau. Second, I'm a very active hockey player and Evelyn carefully designs my program around the sport, targeting precisely the right exercises to help me perform better and reduce the risk of injury on the ice. Finally, and best of all, after decades of strength training but never really knowing how to do deadlifts, Evelyn has got me deadlifting a weight I would not have imagined possible. The deadlift is an amazing and deeply gratifying exercise when it's done right and I love the way it has transformed my appearance, poise, and strength. I had always been afraid to approach deads because I never really knew how to do them properly and was afraid of getting injured. No longer. Six stars out of five! More...
Kirsten
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Evelyn is an incredible strength & conditioning coach. My husband and I have been working with her for almost a year, but started seeing noticeable results within 2 - 3 months. My husband was a professional athlete and S&C coach himself, so we had a high bar going into our search for a trainer. Evelyn surpassed our expectations on every measure. She has helped us get stronger, healthier, and we just love the time we get to spend with her. I recommend her to all my friends and family. More...
Jess A.
I have been training with Evelyn for more than 3 years. Before her I had made it 2 or 3 appointments with a trainer, then quit. Evelyn has an incredible amount of expertise and will tailor a program to your needs - not only will she get you strong, but she will improve your functionality and your ability to move your body in the world. She is an exceptional professional in an industry full of charlatans. If you work with her you will see results. More...
Richard
Evelyn is an excellent trainer, helping me get back into improving my physical fitness and range of motion after far too long out of a gym. She's patient, immensely knowledgeable, and always enthusiastic. A great coach for someone getting into (or back into) fitness. More...
Maggie
Evelyn is my strength & conditioning coach. She is amazing! She has designed a training program that is perfectly suited for my fitness level & age. I have been able to become stronger on a daily basis without any injuries. She is personable & genuinely interested in her clients progress. I would highly recommend her. More...
Melanie Johnson
I have been training with Evelyn for over 6 years. Over these years, Evelyn has created sport specific programs for me, reviewed workouts designed for my national team and suggested modifications for me based on my needs and has created a very innovative program when I broke my hand so I could continue to strength train. Evelyn always brings a lively energy to my sessions and provides excellent tips and cues for all my exercises so I get the most out of them and minimize the chance of injury. Evelyn has a wealth of knowledge and is able to adapt exercises as needed depending on what gym equipment I have available to ensure a strength-training program achieves its objectives. More...
Jess Abells
I have been training with Evelyn for almost 3 years. Before her I had made it 2 or 3 appointments with a trainer, then quit. Evelyn has an incredible amount of expertise and will tailor a program to your needs - not only will she get you strong, but she will improve your functionality and your ability to move your body in the world. She is an exceptional professional in an industry full of charlatans. If you work with her you will see results. More...
Hunter
Evelyn is very fun to work with. I have been working with her for more than 2 years. She finds out what my needs are, I. e. rehabbing from an injury, strengthening certain muscle for specific sport activity or conditioning, and designs a program that works for me. All I have to do is to show up and do the work. She also checks in with me before and after each session, ensuring how my body is doing. She constantly improves her knowledge base and look for more efficient and effective exercises for me. She cares about her clients and wants them to succeed! More...
What’s the secret to getting the body of your dreams?
There is no secret. You need to put in the work, be patient, consistent, and committed to the process.
Everyone assumes that body transformation and strength gains can happen over night. However, I like to remind my clients that it's about the process not the end game.
Habits need to be developed over time. Showing up every day you are training, staying focused and ready to work, and not just going through the motions, is what will help you achieve your dream body.
What do you love most about your job?
I love helping people, seeing them get stronger, move better and develop the same passion that I have for training.
I love when:
-a client leaves the session feeling better than when they started
- a client can't wait to share what they lifted on their own
- a clients shares their success with me (ie won a sports match, opened a jar on their own, trained by themselves and felt confident doing so)
Why should our clients choose you?
I always have my clients best interest at heart, I bring over a decade of experience not only coaching, but shadowing high level coaches.
I love working with people, getting to know them and putting a smile on their face.
A key thing that sets me apart is my formal eduction - which in my opinion is lacking in the fitness industry. I am constantly learning; whether it is taking another course, reading a book, or research papers - my goal is to continually learn so that I can best help my clients to achieve their goals.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes, we do provide remote services. One our website you will see rates for individual sessions, hybrid training and custom program design to train on your own.
Every client we work with starts with an Initial Assessment, which can be done either virtually or in person. That is the framework for me to build a custom program based on your goals. Everything will be specific to you, and the equipment you have access to.
If you already have a membership at a gym, a custom program is a great way to go! Starting at just $250/month.
Strength and Conditioning
We build your foundation from the ground up, offering specific training that is personalized to your needs, injuries, and specific history. Exercise prescription is based on your goals and weaknesses. Training is a skill that needs to be learned. You will not only improve physically, but also begin to develop the same passion for training that we have.
Boxing
Learn the basics of the ‘sweet science’ or refine your technical fight skills from a coach who has competed at the National level. All ages are welcome. In our opinion, there is no better conditioning than a boxing session. It’s also a lot of fun to hit something!
Program Design
Do you train from home or have access to a gym? Or are you an athlete who would like a strength and conditioning program specific to the demands of your sport? Programs are made specifically to your training needs, weaknesses, gym equipment and skill level. Your program is delivered to you through an app, that allows you to track your progress, make comments and communicate with your coach. We encourage you to send videos via the app for your coach to provide feedback to you.
Youth Training
Develop skills to excel in your sport and move optimally. Physical literacy and fundamental movement skills such as jumping, landing, change of direction and throwing are all important skills to round an athlete’s abilities, improve performance and reduce injury. Research shows that youth should be exposed to a wide variety of stimuli to avoid early sport specialization. Get stronger and move better in a fun environment! Small group and team training are also available.
Hybrid Training
After the client's initial assessment, Hybrid Training includes custom programming and 1-4 private training sessions per month. The individual training sessions can be done either virtually or in person. These private sessions not only strengthen the coach-athlete relationship but also allow for necessary adjustments to your training program as you make progress. Additionally, it provides program check-ins to ensure you are performing the exercises correctly and answers any questions you may have about your program.
