Our program is ran by Nerissa who has had a lifelong interest in athletics, participating in many forms of dance growing up. Over the past few years, Nerissa has trained for and participated in many races, including a Spartan, many 5km and 10km’s, a half marathon, and the Great White North 70.3 Ironman last year. She is currently training for Ironman Canada Penticton (full distance) in August. Nerissa has a Bachelor’s degree and a post-professional Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and works full time as an Occupational Therapist. Nerissa also has certification as a Personal Trainer and Behavior Change Specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Nerissa is a firm believer that physical fitness promotes mental health in many ways and that anything is possible if you put your mind to it! Most importantly, Nerissa believes that we should enjoy what we are doing no matter what level we are at!