First Step – Home Fitness offers a premium personal training experience designed to help you safely reach your fitness goals from the comfort of your own home.
Our goal is to make fitness approachable, not overwhelming.
Our specialty is 1-on-1 live virtual personal training sessions - real training, in real time, with a certified trainer working out alongside you.
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115 customer reviews
Susan Zimmerman
Rebecca is my trainer and she is absolutely wonderful. She is kind, encouraging, very adaptable and all around amazing. I love my workouts and I look forward to seeing her each week. Thank you so much Jay and Rebecca-you have made me very happy! More...
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Thank you so much Susan! You made our day - we are so grateful to have you for this journey. We appreciate your hospitality and amazing effort!
Susan Zimmerman
Rebecca is my trainer and she is absolutely wonderful. She is kind, encouraging, very adaptable and all around amazing. I love my workouts and I look forward to seeing her each week. Thank you so much Jay and Rebecca-you have made me very happy! More...
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Katika Thompson
I have been using First step home fitness for about a year and a half, and, I have to say I really love this company. Jay the owner is so wonderful and truly genuine, he also has great trainers, I was set up to work with Jacob, and I could not be more happy, he is such a great trainer, very calm, polite considerate and is extremely knowledgeable about different types of training to work each muscle group, if something is not working for you he has another exercise that will will do.
the same job for that muscle group he is very easy to work with and is all about making things work for you as the client! He is so friendly and it is so easy to work out with him, your whole workout feels natural and enjoyable!
So, just in case you are looking for a great home fitness routine, pls reach out to First Home Fittness, you will never regret feeling amazing all day every day! Jacob is your guy!!
Thanks so much Jacob, so glad to have you as my personal trainer!
Thank you Jay for pairing me up with such a wonderful person and Trainer!
Enjoy your day everyone, and stay healthy!😀
Katika💪🏋♂️
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Wow! Thank you so much for the lovely review Katika! We absolutely love training with you and we admire your hard work and dedication, have a lovely day 😊
Dan Pokornik
I’ve had the privilege of working with Daniella as my personal trainer. Beyond helping me physically, she’s also been incredibly supportive of my mental health. She’s taken the time to teach me the importance of nutrition and helped me develop healthy eating habits. For someone like me, who struggles to get out of the house, having a company that comes directly to my home and provides such a service has been a game changer. I highly recommend First Step - Home Fitness. More...
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Laura Hansford
I’ve had an incredible experience with Rebecca. She understands how to work with my chronic illness and allows me to set the pace while also challenging me in all the ways I need and want. She is professional and an expert in her work - I highly recommend working with her towards your fitness goals and cannot say enough great things about her! More...
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Kelly Davis
I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience with Jay and Jacob. I worked with Jacob to improve my overall strength after a sports injury. He was very knowledgeable about what exercises would best support my recovery and general strengthening. I would absolutely recommend First Step to my friends and family. More...
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Susan Howells
I have been working with Daniella from First Step-Home Fitness for almost a year now when I'm not travelling. She is so patient, knowledgeable, kind & motivating. I feel so fortunate I gave this company the chance. Highly recommend. More...
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Marc Sorrenti
Rebecca is an outstanding trainer. Extremely knowledgeable, encouraging, and keeps the workouts interesting and challenging. I highly highly recommend
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Trish Quinn
So happy I stumbled upon First Step- Home Fitness! After an injury and 12 months away from the gym I was nervous to start my fitness journey over again and was completely unsure what my body was capable of doing. Getting back into shape with post concussion syndrome, along with perimenopause, felt like an extremely daunting task. Rebecca has been wonderful in creating a virtual program that completely met my needs. She is super encouraging, accommodating, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Rebecca has gone above and beyond offering support in a variety of different ways, such as creating a weekly check in form and modifying my exercise time and program when needed. Despite the fact that we are 224 km apart the online meetings have been exactly what I needed. I am super confident I will meet my goals now. I highly recommend Rebecca and First Step Home Fitness. More...
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Chip McGill
Absolutely recommend First Step- Home Fitness. Just finished my package and it has made a big difference to my health and well being.
Thank you to Daniella and Jay for a wonderful experience. They are both very pleasant, knowledgeable, and very kind. Thank you for all your help.
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Thank you so much Chip! We love training with you and you are such a pleasure - thanks for the lovely review, hope you have a great day!
Wanda Lawson
Daniella was my amazing personal trainer from First Step. She also kept me on track, giving instruction then showing me how, making sure I was doing the reps with the correct form.
Daniella gave encouragement and pushed when I need the extra boost! She was flexible when I needed our training times changed. She was always positive with her time with me!
Thank you Daniella
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Thank you so much Wanda for the kind review! Thats very sweet of you and we absolutely love having you a part of our lives. Thank you for your hard work and amazing dedication!
Fern
I highly recommend First Step Home Fitness. Jay is knowledgeable and knows how to pair the right trainer with the right customer. Rebecca is an exceptional trainer. She makes sure I’m comfortable with the program and is constantly changing it to adapt to my needs. She is friendly, knowledgeable, open to ideas and even puts up with my puppy. I recommend First Step for your training needs. More...
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Thank you so much Fern! We love training with you and you’re a blast to be around! Looking forward to our adventures with you!
Fern Racine Hampson
First Step is a first rate home fitness enterprise. Jay is knowledgeable and knows how to pair you with your trainer. Rebecca is a remarkable trainer. She is knowledgeable, encouraging, open to ideas, and even puts up with my puppy. She adapts my sessions to me personally. I recommend this personal training group. More...
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Fern Racine Hampson
First Step is a first rate home fitness enterprise. Jay is knowledgeable and knows how to pair you with your trainer. Rebecca is a remarkable trainer. She is knowledgeable, encouraging, open to ideas, and even puts up with my puppy. She adapts my sessions to me personally. I recommend this personal training group. More...
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Fern Hampson
I’d like to commend First Step Home Fitness on their personalized work out plan. Rebecca comes to my home and tailors my program to exactly what I can accomplish and need. She is very encouraging, friendly, on time and even puts up with my puppy. I find the program economical and not too pricey as well. Rebecca brings any equipment we need so I don’t have to go out and purchase it. But I have that open to me as well if I want. Well done First Step Home Fitness. More...
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Fern Racine Hampson
First Step is a first rate home fitness enterprise. Jay is knowledgeable and knows how to pair you with your trainer. Rebecca is a remarkable trainer. She is knowledgeable, encouraging, open to ideas, and even puts up with my puppy. She adapts my sessions to me personally. I recommend this personal training group. More...
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Donna B.
Thank you Daniella for your excellent service and reliability. Your presence, encouragement & shared expertise gave me the confidence I needed to push through my injury.
I feel stronger & assured “ this too shall pass.”
I appreciation you changing my life for the better! Donna
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Thanks so much Donna! Daniella & I loved training with you, you’re amazing!
Maria De Lucia
Personal Trainers
I am having a great experience with this team. The trainers are professional, courteous, and truly committed to helping you work toward your goals and ensure real development.
I initially booked 20 sessions at three times per week, and as I’m nearing completion, I’ve already decided to continue with 20 more.
Their flexibility in scheduling around clients’ availability adds tremendous value and makes it easy to stay consistent. I highly recommend them to anyone serious about their progress!
Hats off to Jay, Zoey & Rebecca! Thank you gor helping me get back on track to a healthier & stronger me!
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Our pleasure! Thank you so much for your awesome hard work and effort, we love training alongside you!
Ruth
Personal Trainers
I use First Step for remote fitness training workouts and I am finding it helps so much with my variable schedule to be able to workout at home. Zoey is very friendly, has a great sense of humour and is very helpful to adjust exercises as need be depending on my areas of injury. More...
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Thank you so much Ruth for taking the time to leave us a review! You are awesome and we are grateful to train with you!
Ruth Haynes
Had a greet meet session with Jay and he teamed me up with Zoey for my remote training workouts. Zoey is very patient with me in my lack of coordination and helps correct my form as I go along. She also is quite accommodating in modifying an exercise if it needs to be for my areas of weakness. The sessions go by so quickly and they are a lot of fun! More...
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Maria DL
I am having a great experience with this team. The trainers are professional, courteous, and truly committed to helping me work toward my goals and ensure real development. I initially booked 20 sessions at three times per week, and as I’m nearing completion, I’ve already decided to continue with 20 more.Their flexibility in scheduling around clients’ availability adds tremendous value and makes it easy to stay consistent. I highly recommend them to anyone serious about their progress!Hats off to Jay, Zoey & Rebecca! Thank you for helping me get back on track to a healthier & stronger me! More...
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Sabrina
Personal Trainers
The owner, Jay, is incredibly skilled and kind, creating a welcoming environment from the start. All the trainers are consistently excellent- professional, motivating and genuinely invested in helping you reach your goals. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for high-quality, convenient, and truly caring fitness support at home. More...
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Thank you so much Sabrina! We love training with you folks 😊
Sabrina Lombardi
I’ve had an amazing experience with First-Step Home Fitness. The trainers are all consistently excellent- professional, motivating and genuinely invested in helping you reach your goals. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for high-quality, convenient and truly caring fitness support at home. More...
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Enya M
I've been working with Jay and Trudie for over a month now and I have nothing but compliments. They have worked with me to improve my stamina and strength after being sick for 3 years. Highly recommend them for your personal trainers! More...
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Mary
Personal Trainers
So far so good. Nice to work with and informative.
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Thanks so much Mary! That’s very kind of you, we are excited to have you and see where this adventure takes us. Have a wonderful day!
Kristy
I wanted a trainer that would be able to come to my home to help me make the most of my equipment and time spent in the gym. Daniella has done a great job of teaching me proper form to do training safely, while working with me on specific challenges. More...
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Thank you so much Kristy - we appreciate the review and Daniella and I love training with you - thanks for making our day and awesome work!
Kristy Thompson
First Step Home Fitness has been a great experience. I contacted them online and got a prompt reply. Daniella put together a training program using my home equipment where I could feel confident and safe. She is flexible with scheduling and always on time. I would highly recommend First Step Home Fitness! More...
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Kristy Thompson
First Step Home Fitness has been a great experience. I contacted them online and got a prompt reply. Daniella put together a training program using my home equipment where I could feel confident and safe. She is flexible with scheduling and always on time. I would highly recommend First Step Home Fitness! More...
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Kristy Thompson
First Step Home Fitness has been a great experience. I contacted them online and got a prompt reply. Daniella put together a training program using my home equipment where I could feel confident and safe. She is flexible with scheduling and always on time. I would highly recommend First Step Home Fitness! More...
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Enza Finlay
Personal Trainers
Right from the start of sending an email, I received a response in a timely manner. Jay was very thorough in explaining how in home personal training works. Once, I was ready to get started, I contacted Jay and he set me up with a trainer for a free consultation. So, there was no pressure. Since working with Elizabeth, I feel great, more energized and already seeing results in such a short time. She encourages me and pushes me to do as much as I can. This is the best choice to help me get healthy. I wish I would have started this a lot sooner. More...
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Thank you so much Enza for the lovely review! We are so excited you are with us - keep up the awesome work!
Caroline Martire
I have been very pleased with the team Jay and Elizabeth
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Susan
I'm so thrilled I took the chance on this small company. The owner & his staff (trainers) are so knowledgeable about the exercises, body functions, functional movements & the actual exercises that need very little movement but high rewards & they know body alignment & corrections.
I'm totally thrilled. These are young people who know what they're doing. We'll worth the price because in my busy chaotic life, it makes me accountable when they show up! Of course we must all do our homework too without say.
However, I cannot say enough good things about J & Daniella. They're the only two I've worked with, however I'm sure any trainer J hires, will be just as great.
I'm 57 years young, been in & out of gyms since I was 20. I've had a few minor health issues that hindered my physical progress but... I'm back! Getting strong, slimmer & getting my sexy back thanks to First Home Fitness... & I will admit I was totally
intimidated by their youth. However, I cannot say enough about this team. It always, starts with a great leader.
Seriously, give tis & them a try. You will not regret it. ❤️
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Wow! Thank you so much for the lovely review! We absolutely love training with you and are honored you are with us!
Michelle
I have been working with Daneilla for almost 2 months. She listens to my goals and helps me achieve them through hard work and lots of positive encouragement. I highly recommend First Step Home Fitness More...
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Thank you so much Michelle! We love training with you and seeing your progress! Have a great day!
Michelle Mann
For the past 2 months I have been working with Daniella! She energetic, fun, and always knows how to motibate you to do more than you think you can. She is kind, understanding, and relentless (in the best way possible). I highly recommend First Step Home Fitness! More...
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Michele Moyer
Daniella is a fantastic personal trainer. She arrives to each session promptly, with a smile, and offers endless encouragement and enthusiasm as well as skill! In a few short months my strength is noticeably improved thanks to Daniela's expertise. Thank you First Step! More...
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Comfort Opadele
Working with Daniella has been simply amazing. My first time ever having a home gym instructor, she encourages and motivates me to do more and be the best that I can be, I enjoyed my time with her, thanks Daniella, you were awesome.
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Kathy M
Daniella is an amazing trainer. The experience with First Step has been excellent. Danella's positivity and expertise has made a definite difference in my physical abilities and well-being. Highly recommend Daniella and First Step! More...
Kathy Michienzi
Daniella is an amazing trainer. The experience with First Step has been excellent. Danella's positivity and expertise has made a definite difference in my physical abilities and well-being. Highly recommend Daniella and First Step! More...
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Kathy Michienzi
Daniella is an amazing trainer. The experience with First Step has been excellent. Danella's positivity and expertise has made a definite difference in my physical abilities and well-being. Highly recommend Daniella and First Step! More...
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Kathy Michienzi
Daniella is an amazing trainer. The experience with First Step has been excellent. Danella's positivity and expertise has made a definite difference in my physical abilities and well-being. Highly recommend Daniella and First Step! More...
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Tim & Erin
Personal Trainers
Working out with First Step Home Fitness has been so good for both of us!
We had never worked with a personal trainer before and were both a little intimidated.
Our trainer immediately put us at ease with their enthusiasm and their willingness to work around our busy schedule. Their professionalism and encouragement always makes it feel like we're always working out with a friend. First Step has been a great starting place for the fitness journey of two Gen-Xer’s like ourselves.
We are almost done our first 10 sessions and will definitely be signing up for more!
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Tim Knight
Working out with First Step Home Fitness has been so good for both of us! We had never worked with a personal trainer before and were both a little intimidated. Our trainer immediately put us at ease with their enthusiasm and their willingness to work around our busy schedule. Their professionalism and encouragement always makes it feel like we're always working out with a friend. First Step has been a great starting place for the fitness journey of two Gen-Xer’s like ourselves. We are almost done our first 10 sessions and will definitely be signing up for more! More...
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Denny Goncalves
I've been working with First Step - Home Fitness for about a year now and boy are they awesome! Daniella has been training me for the last 7 months and it's been great! She has helped increase my mobility and physical endurance. She finds new ways to continue challenging me and pushing me to my goals. Jay and his team are all wonderful, knowledgeable, and respectful coaches who understand the needs of their clients and want to see you succeed. More...
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Tim Knight
Working out with First Step Home Fitness has been so good for both of us! We had never worked with a personal trainer before and were both a little intimidated. Our trainer immediately put us at ease with their enthusiasm and their willingness to work around our busy schedule. Their professionalism and encouragement always makes it feel like we're always working out with a friend. First Step has been a great starting place for the fitness journey of two Gen-Xer’s like ourselves. We are almost done our first 10 sessions and will definitely be signing up for more! More...
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Tim Knight
Working out with First Step Home Fitness has been so good for both of us! We had never worked with a personal trainer before and were both a little intimidated. Our trainer immediately put us at ease with their enthusiasm and their willingness to work around our busy schedule. Their professionalism and encouragement always makes it feel like we're always working out with a friend. First Step has been a great starting place for the fitness journey of two Gen-Xer’s like ourselves. We are almost done our first 10 sessions and will definitely be signing up for more! More...
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Tim Knight
Working out with First Step Home Fitness has been so good for both of us! We had never worked with a personal trainer before and were both a little intimidated. Our trainer immediately put us at ease with their enthusiasm and their willingness to work around our busy schedule. Their professionalism and encouragement always makes it feel like we're always working out with a friend. First Step has been a great starting place for the fitness journey of two Gen-Xer’s like ourselves. We are almost done our first 10 sessions and will definitely be signing up for more! More...
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Chris Bongers
Jay is a great trainer! I was looking for a custom workout plan to use my home gym and Jay delivered 100%. He brought great enthusiasm and has shown me a wide array of workout options to maximize my gym and the results I am looking for.
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Maysee
Jay is an amazing personal trainer! He’s encouraging, knowledgeable, and always brings great energy to every session. My mom and I wanted to get back into a better fitness routine, and Jay has made the process so much easier and more enjoyable. Plus, having him come to our home makes working out so much more convenient. Highly recommend! More...
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Thank you so much Maysee! I love our sessions together and how much fun you folks are!
Maysee McLean
Jay is an amazing personal trainer! He’s encouraging, knowledgeable, and always brings great energy to every session. My mom and I wanted to get back into a better fitness routine, and Jay has made the process so much easier and more enjoyable. Plus, having him come to our home makes working out so much more convenient. Highly recommend! More...
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How do you help your clients achieve their fitness goals?
We believe in taking a holistic approach, little things matter! We focus on carefully bringing in all the puzzle pieces together to our fitness journey - nutrition, exercise, sleep and more! Armed with our motivation and guidance, we will provide you with a safe, enjoyable and efficient fitness routine. With consistency and gentle progress we will ensure that we successfully chip away towards your awesome and personal goals!
What’s the secret to getting the body of your dreams?
Patience and hard work! Whatever your goals may be, we are here to make it approachable and achievable. There are no short cuts to fitness, but through our consistent encouragement and direction, we will help you reach your goals, no matter how big or small!
What do you love most about your job?
The relationships! We are extremely close with all of our clients. We love them. We are there alongside you during the ups and downs that life throws our way. First Step - Home Fitness's training approach is personal, and we cherish the trust you have with us to help take care and guide you along your fitness journey. Seeing your progress is the wonderful cherry on top!
What inspired you to start your own business?
Well, I started this small business in my spare hours in early 2020, during the onset of Covid, when the gyms were shut down and things were in disarray. Great time for starting a business right?
My thought process around the business model was an experiment. Was there enough folks out there that would enjoy this format of training? Would virtual training work? Or just in-person home visits?
My original goal back then was to fill a need and obviously provide for my family. I had an athletic background with my Kinesiology, and had trained alongside others before, but this was a whole new thing.
Thankfully I knew my strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately the most important thing for me was the encouragement to others. So many people are starved of this, and a little bit goes a long way. The training guidance thankfully goes hand in hand to help folks start in their fitness journey and reach their goals. Just by being “in someone’s corner”, and showing up is an absolute game changer for most people looking to make a change in their life.
So even though (by no means did I know everything, or was anywhere near the best trainer out there), I simply made sure that my business revolved around hard work, and prioritised genuine care and integrity with the clients… and let the dice fall from there.
Turns out when you have a business that focuses on having a real and trusting relationship with people, and that those clients feel constant encouragement and the support when someone is rooting for their success, the business thrives. Who knew?
My trainers and I will always hold you and your journey in priority. We want to take care of you and your needs and want to see you win! Try us out for free today and see how we can help!
Why should our clients choose you?
Short answer is: we take your journey personally and we want to see you succeed! My trainers and I care and your win is our wins.
Whatever your goals are, you realistically won’t stick to something if you don’t enjoy the process. Our strategy is make the journey as enjoyable as possible. Our friendly and down - to - earth trainers will be gently pushing you and encouraging you to do your best, so that we can be consistent and accountable to our goals and see the results we are chasing.
We keep our pricing affordable and simple, and guarantee that if you put in the work alongside us, you will reach your goals.
Try us out for free today!
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes - we provide virtual personal training services through Zoom!
Our virtual personal training offers live 1-on-1 fitness coaching with your very own certified personal trainer, all from the comfort of your home. You can work out whenever it fits your schedule while still receiving real-time guidance, motivation, accountability, and encouragement.
Each workout is fully customized to your goals and follows the same structure as our in-person services, including a dynamic warm-up, focused workout, and cool down with stretching. Your trainer leads the session live and works alongside you, making the experience feel truly personal and supportive.
Virtual training is convenient, flexible, and modestly priced - perfect for busy schedules, beginners, or anyone who prefers to train from home while still getting professional results.
We also include a FREE consultation and introductory training session so you can comfortably try us out and see if virtual training is the right fit for you!
In Home - Personal Training
Your very own certified personal trainer will bring the necessary workout equipment and lead you through a fully customized 1-on-1 training session at your home, backyard, or local park.
Workouts are designed to be efficient, progressive, and enjoyable - built specifically around your personal fitness goals, whether that’s weight loss, strength, mobility, balance, or overall health. Feel free to have a friend, partner, or family member join your session as well!
Save time, avoid crowded gyms, and enjoy the convenience of having us come directly to you. We bring the equipment, the structure, and the motivation - everything is included.
In-home training currently only available in London, ON.
We also offer a FREE consultation and introductory training session so you can comfortably try out our services and see if we’re the right fit for you!
Virtual Personal Training
Our virtual personal training gives you the full personal training experience from home through live 1-on-1 coaching on Zoom.
Your certified personal trainer works alongside you in real time - guiding each workout with personalized instruction, motivation, and encouragement. No pre-recorded videos, just true personal training built around your goals.
Each session follows the same structure as our in-person training, including a warm-up, custom workout, and cool down. Convenient, flexible, and modestly priced, our virtual training makes it easy to stay consistent from anywhere.
Try your first session with a FREE consultation and introductory workout!
