Personal Training | St. Clair College

Chatham Campus HealthPlex
1001 Grand Avenue West, Chatham, Ontario
519-354-9100 x3401

HealthPlex Hours of Operation:

  Monday to Thursday
  6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

  Friday
  6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

  Saturday
  7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

  Sunday
  10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Work with one of our certified personal trainers and start your fitness journey today!

What can personal training do for you?  Here are some, but not all, benefits of personal training.

Benefits of Personal Training

Having a trainer by your side can provide the encouragement, energy and motivation you need to jumpstart your fitness journey. A trainer can also help you set goals and create a plan to accomplish them.

A trainer can hold you accountable to your workouts  and help you overcome all the excuses you might use to avoid your commitment to exercise. It’s a lot harder to skip the gym when you know someone is waiting for you.

When it comes to fitness, everyone is different. Your body mechanics, experience, goals, fitness level, likes and dislikes can guide your trainer in creating a plan that is specific to your needs. With a program that fits, you are more likely to maintain the habit and see results.

If you are new to exercise or find that some movements are painful, it is worth hiring a trainer to be certain that you are moving in a safe and effective way. Taking the time to learn proper exercise technique can improve your results and prevent injuries.

A personal trainer can make exercise both effective and fun. It is our job to find creative ways to help you enjoy your training session and look forward to the next.

Meet Our Trainers

The HealthPlex employs only the highest qualified trainers. We strive to provide the best service to our clients and help them overcome any obstacle in the way of reaching their goals. Click on the names below to read our certified personal trainer bios.

Abbie

Abbie is a graduate of the Fitness and Health Promotion Program at Fanshawe College. With years of experience as a Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor, Abbie brings a passionate approach to fitness as both a source of enjoyment and a tool for enhancing quality of life.

Abbie is a former boxer who now enjoys training in the sport for fun, as well as participating in other combative sports like jiu-jitsu. If Abbie is not training or lifting weights, she can be found listening to music, reading, or spending time with her family and friends.

Abbie's goal is to make fitness accessible, fun, and empowering for everyone, helping clients of all backgrounds reach their goals. Whether you're looking to start a new fitness journey or refine your approach, Abbie is happy to guide, motivate, and support you every step of the way.

Andrew Frickey

Andrew is a graduate of the Fitness and Health Promotion Program at St. Clair College. He was the recipient of the Academic Award as the top student in his class. He has over 8 years of personal training and group exercise experience. Andrew holds multiple certifications including: HFFC - Certified Personal Trainer, OFC Certified RHEP - Group Fitness Trainer, Certified Onnit Academy Foundations Specialist, Pain Free Performance Specialist, and TRX Suspension Training - Level 1.
 
Andrew is an avid sports fan who grew up playing hockey and baseball competitively but also enjoys racquet sports and basketball. In his free time, he likes traveling, hiking, and film. Spark up a conversation with him about the MCU or the NBA the next time you are in.
 
Andrew's goal is to help clients build a strong, pain free foundation and give them the tools and knowledge to live their life optimally. Andrew specializes in working with clients who are living with chronic pain or rehabbing injuries. He makes it his mission to find the best plan for you based on your goals, lifestyle, and experience.

Chris Hyatt

Chris is a long-time local sports coach and made the progression to personal training several years ago. He holds several coaching certificates in Hockey, Soccer, Fitness Kickboxing, and Kenpo Karate along with his Personal and Group training certificates.

Chris believes that victories in the gym come from hard work and having fun. Fitness goals are not necessarily measured by the weight on the scale but rather through mobility, strength, and confidence that is gained through training.

In his spare time, he enjoys hiking, both participating & watching sports, and spending time with his 2 granddaughters. His favorite sport is hockey and spends time collecting hockey memorabilia well.

Chris will push his clients and group classes to their limit while having fun and instilling confidence in them that that can do it!

If you see him around, make sure to ask him how the Jets or the Jays are doing!

Emma

Emma grew up involved in various sports including soccer, gymnastics and long-distance running. Over the years, Emma has transitioned from cardio to strength training routines to achieve new goals and lifestyle changes. Emma believes with discipline and consistency; you can reach any goals you set.

Emma likes to spend her free time with family, walking her 2 dogs and spending time with friends, any way she can!

Emma's goal with clients is to build relationships and have them feel comfortable and motivated to work out and achieve their goals!

Emma wants her clients to leave the gym feeling better than when they arrived and motivated to come back for more results!

Olivia

Olivia is a graduate of the Human Kinetics program at the University of Windsor and specialized in Movement Science. She also holds a Master of Kinesiology degree from Wilfrid Laurier University where she completed research on individuals in a group exercise program who share the lived experience of cancer. Beyond her education, Olivia has spent over 7 years working in the health and wellness industry.

In her free time Olivia enjoys spending time with her dog, rewatching episodes of Grey's Anatomy, and catching up on the latest pop culture news. She is also a devoted basketball fan and tries to attend a couple NBA games each season.

Olivia has a passion for making her clients feel empowered and motivated to make positive changes both in and out of the gym. She is a very positive person who will encourage you but also challenge you along the way. Olivia wants you to reach your full potential and leave the gym feeling strong, confident, and proud of what you have accomplished.

Zosia

Zosia is a graduate of the Fitness & Health training program at St. Clair College, holds a Bachelor's Degree in Women & Gender studies from the University of Windsor, and is a 200hr Certified Yoga Instructor with multiple certifications in health, wellness and yoga. She has 6 years of experience in the health and fitness industry.

Zosia loves staying physically active, walking her dog, searching for beach glass, studying & sharing a wide range of topics for self-development.

Zosia believes that you can achieve your goals through consistency, self-awareness, an intelligently designed and well executed training program, and building a stronger connection between the mind, body and soul. Zosia’s goal is to help you find the path that leads you to confidently living in alignment with your highest good. Nothing about you needs to change before you begin.

Pricing

ONE-ON-ONE PERSONAL TRAINING PACKAGES

The more you train, the less you pay per session!

4 - 45 minute sessions

$55.00

session + hst

8 - 45 minute sessions

$50.00

session + hst

16 - 45 minute sessions

$45.00

session + hst

24 - 45 minute sessions

$40.00

session + hst

PARTNER/GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING PACKAGES (2-4 MEMBERS)

Friends that train together, save together!

4 - 45 minute sessions

$60.00

session + hst

Ready to Book or Have Further Questions? Contact Us Now.

Contact our General Manager, Andrew Frickey by email at africkey@stclaircollege.ca.

Not Ready to Commit to a Personal Training Package?

We are now offering pay per session. Purchase and book as you go.

Per Session

$72.00

+ HST