MARIN GOLEMAC

Personal Trainer

Marin is a personal trainer who has managed to fuse both North American, European and East Asian philosophies of sport, science and exercise.  Graduating with honours and receiving a Masters degree in Kinesiology and exercise science form the University of Zagreb in his native Croatia Marin is not only a certified personal trainer but a Strength and Conditioning Coach with a specialty in Olympic Powerlifting lifts.

With a strong found love and respect for the martial art of Muay Thai Boxing, Marin has spent 10 years of his life dedicated to the training and coaching the sport and even travelled to live and study in  Thailand to posses the true experience and attain his certifications.

As a strength and conditioning Specialist and coach in Europe, and proven martial artist, Marin has developed functional and strength conditioning programs for track athletes, many mixed martial artists and many European Strength athletes.  Working with a wide variety of athletes ranging from children as  young as 12 years old to having done athletic assessments and assisted in preparation of fighters and basketball players there isnt a client too difficult or challenging for Marin to take on.

Realizing his natural talent to motivate and eduacte others to exceed Marin pursues a lifelong path of learning and self growth and inspiration to  pass his knowledge to minds and bodyies of those eager to learn and excell.

”I posses extreme dedication towards my profession and an ever growing love for my work. In my past endevours I have demonstrated and proven success to my own athletic and client careers through my results, medals my commitement to athletic exellence”.

Specialzing in Olympic Powerlifting, Muay Thai boxing, sports specific training and functional conditiong training Marin is able to transform anybody he comes in contact with.  Together with the knowledge gathered at Pure Motivation Fitness there isn’t a person or a phisique I can’t change for the better. If you don’t know how I will effectively teach you,if you don’t want to I will most definitely  make you!!

Motto:
“In order for there to be ups, there must be downs. Remember all your failures, so when you succeed you can look back and have pride that you had strength enough to overcome.  Persistence can change failure into extraordinary achievement”

DANIELLE HURST 

Holisitc Nutritionist

Danielle Hurst is a Holistic Nutritionist and a former elite athlete. She has been studying and practicing holistic practices for over 30 years. She combines nutrition, supplementation, and herbal medicine to help her clients achieve their peak performance, weight loss and/or weight gain goals. Danielle has found that small changes to nutrition and training programs yield big results.

Danielle has an Honours Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto.  She also attended the Institute for Holistic Nutrition. Her education combined with her elite sport background makes her uniquely qualified to advise her clients in the field of performance based nutrition. Danielle understands the metabolic physiological requirements of different activities, as she has competed in both individual and team based sports.  She further uses this knowledge to design client centered nutritional programs.

Ms. Hurst began competitive running at the age of 7 and competed in the AAU State Championships by the age of 8 years old. Upon returning to Canada, Danielle began competing in competitive hockey representing her league in the Ontario Championships. In high school she began to compete in competitive swimming and was part of the winning team at the Ontario Championships. At the same time, Danielle started playing water polo and decided to focus her energy on it. Her efforts paid off as she medalled at both the Provincial and National levels. Additionally, she represented Ontario and medalled at the Canada Games. While in University, she managed to find time to play Varsity Water polo and Varsity Soccer. Sadly, a rotator cuff tear ended her water polo career. She sprung from her injury and started racing bicycles, playing club rugby, and Gaelic Football. She played Gaelic Football for over 20 years and at the age of 38 represented Canada at the Senior International Gaelic Football Competition in Ireland. Danielle continues to play sports at the recreational level.

Mixing Holistic and Performance Nutrition together Pure Motivation Fitness can help any body type improve and correct any nutritional needs.

Motto: “It’s never to late to improve your health”

Qualifications, specialties,
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CALBERT PALMER

 Trainer

Calbert has always been involved in various sports from a young age. Playing in competitive leagues, he has been involved in football, soccer, cross-country, track and field, and basketball. Calbert has placed the top of his age group in track and field events, earning top ranking in Halton District 100m, 200m sprints and 400m relay races. Motivated by his ability to excel in sports, his parents later placed him in football, soccer and basketball leagues. Although he excelled in all sports, his true passion was for football. His passion and desire for the sport complemented his genetic edge as Calbert lead his team in tackles and sacks in his first season. In this same season he won the Bantam Skills Competition in the BMFA league.

This success continued as Calbert reached high school where he became the first freshman to start on the OTHS varsity football team as the running back and punt returner. Calbert trained vigorously by attending multiple football training camps and boot camps lead by the former Vanier Cup winning McMaster University and former Hamilton Tiger Cats Coach Greg Marshall. Calbert’s hard work and training proved rewarding as his team won the Halton Championship in his senior year.

Once leaving high school Calbert went to York University where he studied sport and human movement through Kinesiology. Earning experience in strength training, circuit training and sport specific training Calbert applied theories learned in physiology, biomechanics, anatomy and nutrition to his life. Ongoing education outside of York landed Calbert many other additional certifications related to the field of health sciences but his type A personality and tendency to want to help others directed him towards the study of fire suppression and rescue.

Currently Calbert is in the Fire and Emergency Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training Program at Humber College. He plans to complete his training in June 2011.

Motto: “There’s a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested, you do it only when it’s convenient. When you’re committed, you accept no excuses; only results.”

• Kinesiology and Health Sciences (BSc)
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPTN)
• CPR and Standard First Aid Instructor
• Standard First Aid and CPR Certification (HCP)
• Emergency Patient Care Certification
• PNF Stretching Specialist (P.M.F)

SEBASTIAN

 Trainer

Sebastian began his athletic Career at age eight and as a young child growing up in Montreal Sebastian excelled at Martial Arts and Hockey.  Throughout his entire high school career Sebastian excelled and led his high school to hockey team to many victories and a championship playing Captain as Defenseman.

Sebastian’s competitive background and persistency to become a better athlete had let him to the NAHL (North American Hockey League) where he was drafted to the Chiefs of Laval (hockey team).

Sebastian left the NAHL to Pursue a Career in MMA (mixed martial arts) and moved to Ontario where he learned English.  After witnessing his first MMA fight in 1996 Sebastian realized his new found passion and true motivation to train…  Seeking to excel in a sport that was more individualized vs team oriented Sebastian began training in mixed martial arts with different academies in Colorado, Florida and Cayman Islands for over a two years with pro fighters.

Sebastian has fought in professional organizations for 5 years as an amateur in Grand Cayman, Costa Rica, Quebec, Colorado and Florida as a professional for the past 3 years.

Sebastian has both competed in Brazilian Ju-Jitsu and MMA fights and has Won 3 fight of the night awards in 2009 and 2010 in different organisations.

Specializing in Maui Thai, Kick boxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu , Sebastian is passionate about helping others realize and maximize their true potential in any area of fitness regardless of their age, sex or fitness level!

His kickboxing conditioning classes are second to None and provide fun , educational and life lasting skills that will not only help you trim off those extra love handles but also help you defend yourself in time of need…

If your looking to be challenged Sebastian is ready to pack a punch full of motivation!!!

Sebastian Kickboxing 5+ years experience with 21 fights
11 MMA pro fights
Blue belt 3rd stripe in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
6Feet 223LBS
Teaches Group Cardio kickboxing and MMA classes + Private Sessions.

GIULIO IACCINO

 Certified Trainer

Giulio has always been involved with many different sports growing up. Being active playing soccer, basketball, cross-country and track and field. Participating in these types of sports assisted Giulio improving his speed, agility and endurance.
 
He graduated from George Brown with an Information Systems Diploma and quickly realized having a sedentary job has a major impact on your health and lifestyle. Bodies are meant for movement, and Giulio made exercise a priority in his life.

Giulio developed a passion for fitness and felt the need to further explore it. He enrolled at Humber College for the Fitness and Health Promotion Program.  Giulio has been Personal Training for five years and strongly believes if you put your mind to it by training hard and smart, the hard work you put in will pay off! Your goal becomes his mission, and there is nothing more rewarding to hear the words” Mission Accomplished”.

Motto ” You can’t be successful in life if you quit. Pain is temporary quitting lasts forever!”

Certifications:
Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion.    Humber College
Certified Personal Trainer\ Certified Fitness Consultant (C.S.E.P)
Cpr and First Aid Certified

UMBERTO IACCINO

 Certified Trainer

Umberto Iaccino became a member of the North York Athletic soccer club at
the age of 6. During his early soccer career which lasted 10 years he played
for various clubs, including 1 year in Italy. Throughout school Umberto
participated in most athletic clubs such as Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer
and Rugby. He excelled in track and field events, and made it to the finals
various times.

Umberto was amazed at the changes that many of his family and friends have
made due to the training and advice that he had given them and realized not
only was personal training a career that would be fun and exciting but also
a very self gratifying one.  “Being a part of the physical, mental and
spiritual changes that a personal trainer can bring to a client is
unbelievable”.

In 2007, Umberto decided he needed a career change. Determined to inspire
others to be their best, he became certified as a personal trainer and has
set his speciality in Weight Loss, Circuit Training and Children’s Fitness.

Umberto believes that anything can be possible if one has the right
determination, mind set and understanding that you must not stop until you
have achieved what you want.

Motto: Everything in life takes work, why not enjoy the journey and take it
one step at a time.

Certifications:
Can Fit Pro certified
First Aid
PNF

DANIEL CECCHINO

Daniel has been active since he was a toddler, participating in a variety of sports since he was 3 years old. The lists of sports include swimming, baseball, track and field, volleyball, basketball, hockey and soccer, just to name a few. Daniel continued to pursue soccer and hockey more seriously, playing at competitive levels until he was 17 years old. He then decided to pursue the art of muay thai, learning discipline and hard work, in which he believes are very important attributes to live a successful and healthy life. He has been very intrigued by the capabilities of the human body since he was in high school, already deciding by 16 years old that he wanted to pursue a career in the health and fitness industry. Wanting to eagerly learn more, Daniel decided to attend York University for Kinesiology and Health Science, where he has graduated from the Honours program. Working with a variety of clients with different physical and fitness goals ranging from age 8 – 65 years old, Daniel has helped numerous individuals achieve their respective goals.  With his wide range of knowledge regarding the human body, Daniel can assist anyone to reach their fitness and health goals, understanding that every individual is different and deserves exclusive attention and assistance.

Motto:
“The pain experienced during the end of a workout is much less painful than living with the guilt of giving up.”

Qualifications, Specialties
- Graduate in Kinesiology and Health Science at York University
- Certified Kinesiologist (O.K.A.)
- CPTN –CPT certified personal trainer
- CPR C and First Aid
- PNF stretching Specialist (P.M.F.)

CYNTHIA  ALTAMARINO

Cynthia has been a dedicated athlete from a very young age.  Although participating in many sports she excelled in the game of soccer!
Along with her dedication to sports came her fascination for the human body.  This touched on many areas including: How our bodies work, how far we can push ourselves, and of course the anatomy behind all of this.  With this passion came her decision to choose a career in which she could learn more about the body!

Cynthia graduated from Humber College and received her diploma in the Fitness and Health Promotion Program.  Classes such as exercise prescription and exercise physiology allowed her to apply the mechanisms and effects of exercise on the body to daily program design and providing the proper intensity for her clientele.  Her wide knowledge base has also assisted her with exercise prescription for injuries and rehabilitation methods.

Her main areas of focus are to educate our clients on the importance of exercise both physically and mentally.  She is constantly determined to helping others go above and behind their goals.  There are no limits!

Motto:
“To find the limits of the possible, you must go beyond them to the impossible.”

Qualifications and Specialties:

- Fitness & Health Promotion Diploma (Humber College)
- Certified Personal Trainer (CFP)
- PNF Training Specialist (PMF)
- CPR-First Aid Certified

NIKO SOFIANOS

Niko is a living definition of passion, purpose, and perseverance…exemplifying his beliefs through his practice and performance.  He is a certified Can-Fit Pro Personal Trainer Specialist and has perfected the art of extreme sports.  Being fueled with experience in gymnastics, martial arts, breaking and sports rehabilitation, Niko is a collaboration of talent, filled with motivation.

Driven by his unique appreciation for the anatomoy, music and soul, Niko has mastered the art of training the mind, body, and soul with a dynamic, functional, and fun approach to life and longevity.

Niko is a biomechanical body specialist, and is his clients range from children’s dance choreography and gymnastics, adult’s weight loss/gain programs and extreme martial artists.

At Pure Motivation Fitness our mission for the ultimate balance – mentally, physically, & spiritually is an ongoing education that we pride in for our clients.

Qualifications and Specialties:

- Certified Personal Trainer (CFP)
- PNF Training Specialist (PMF)
- CPR-First Aid Certified

MICHAEL YUCHTMAN

By not attending his area school, Michael turned to sports at a young age to make friends who lived nearby. Michael has participated in a wide variety of recreational and competitive sports, including baseball and soccer, but his main focuses were hockey and in high school, running track and field and cross country. Michael has won several awards for long distance running in high school and has competed in several competitions at the OFSSA level.

Having such a huge passion for hockey, Michael found that he spent most of his time at the hockey rinks rather than anywhere else.  Michael started playing hockey at a young age of 6 and is still participating in the sport now. As well as playing the sport, Michael has a firm grasp and concept on all the rules because he refereed with city of Vaughan hockey for five seasons. Besides playing the sport, Michael has been coaching female hockey associations for eight years and has participated in many hockey training camps and has worked as an on-ice and off-ice instructor for a hockey development school.  Michael has also worked with many different clients ranging from the ages 7-75.

Having a passion for fitness himself, Michael decided to give back to the public and share his interests and love for working out by becoming a personal trainer and getting other people motivated to get into the gym and start working out. Michael attended George Brown College and received his diploma in the Fitness and Lifestyle Management program, and has received his personal training certificate through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology.

Motto:
“Nobody knows everything; you must wake up every morning willing to learn something new”

Qualifications, Specialties
• George Brown College Fitness and Lifestyle Management Graduate
• Certified Fitness Consultant (C.S.E.P)
• Certified Personal Trainer (C.S.E.P)
• CPR/First Aid Certified
• PNF Stretching Specialist (PMF)