When I started Success Fitness, my goal was simple: help people feel strong, confident, and capable in their own bodies — inside and out.
What I didn’t expect was how far this mission would take me.
In the fall of 2025, I was deeply honored to be named the BCRPA Fitness Professional of the Year, a recognition that still feels surreal to say out loud. 🏅
What This Award Means
The BC Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) recognizes professionals across the province who make an outstanding impact in their communities through health, wellness, and movement.
To receive this award among so many talented fitness leaders is something I’m incredibly proud of. It represents not just my personal journey — but the amazing community we’ve built here at Success Fitness in Colwood, where passion, grit, and support meet every single day.
Beyond the Gym — Training the Next Generation of Leaders
While I love coaching my clients to feel stronger, one of my deepest passions lies in mentoring other fitness professionals.
Since 2000, I’ve served as a BCRPA Trainer of Fitness Leaders, helping upcoming instructors gain certification, find their voice, and step into their own strength as leaders in this field.
Mentorship has shaped who I am — it’s where I get to see the ripple effect of fitness: when one person grows in confidence, they inspire dozens more. Watching future trainers light up when they realize the impact they can make — that’s what keeps me inspired year after year.
The “Eat Clean, Train Dirty” Way
If you’ve ever trained with me, you already know this philosophy isn’t just a catchy slogan, it’s how I live.
“Eat Clean, Train Dirty” means:
- Fuel your body with intention.
- Work hard, get sweaty, and embrace the mess.
- Stay grounded, stay kind, and keep learning.
- Show up — for yourself and for those you lead.
This award is a reflection of that mindset, and of every person who’s trained beside me, learned with me, or trusted me to help them grow.
Gratitude and What’s Next
To my clients, students, and community: thank you. You’ve made Success Fitness what it is: a place where we push limits, build resilience, and celebrate every win together.
This recognition isn’t the finish line. It’s fuel.
In the months ahead, I’ll be expanding mentorship programs, adding new workshops, and continuing to empower both clients and fellow fitness professionals to reach their full potential.
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