Toronto : Sherway Gardens
Andrew Blair
Andrew joined the Gears Bike Shop team six years ago, bringing his expertise in snowboarding, adventure racing and mountain biking to the operation. He made his debute as an indoor cycling instructor teaching local highschool ‘phys-ed’ classes. The combination of Gears’ well-equipped, amphitheatre-style studio and this hobby-dj’s passion for a strong soundtrack-to-sweat-by ensured his early success. A retired provincial gymnast, program developer, head coach, and a graduate of the Dr. Pat S.M.A.R.T. training program, Andrew focuses his life, classes and participants on healthy lifestyles. He does this by developing well-structured classes which provide a challenging cycling experience for everyone – from first-timers to experienced pros. Andrew believes that Gears’... Read the profile >>
Jen Montes
In 1996, I received my diploma in esthetics. Working in the esthetics industry gave me the opportunity to work hands on with people. I realized that the power of touch could be very healing and wanted to go beyond the surface of the skin. I needed something deeper and more profound. That is when I decided to look into teaching yoga. After two years at Sheridan College for the Yoga Teachers Program, I became a Fitness Specialist. I attained my certificate from Humber College and my Personal Training Certificate from the Canadian Fitness Professionals (Can-Fit-Pro). I have also attended the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. I completed the Moksha Yoga Teacher Training in July of 2008. I have been teaching yoga for 5 years and practicing for over 12 years. Yoga has helped me... Read the profile >>
Trish Dingman
Trish comes from 12 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. And returns to her roots in Ontario after practicing, teaching and studying yoga for the past few years in the rocky mountains of Colorado. Living in the mountains Trish discovered a love of the outdoors. Hiking, climbing, rafting and trail running became a daily part of her life, while working as an corporate trainer in the USA. On Christmas day 2006 Trish found herself in a Vinyasa Flow yoga class, hoping to get "a good stretch". Instead she found an entire lifestyle and a new passion! Trish has completed both Level One and Level Two teacher trainings with international Yogi Baron Baptiste. "Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga has quickly become one of the most widely known and respected educational methods and... Read the profile >>