Our Story
A community of strength founded by three Kinesiologists.
With over 30+ years of combined experience, our growing team of like-minded coaches believe training should be available to everyone no matter their level of fitness or experience.
Meet the founders
AndreaBrennan
Practicing Kinesiologist, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Pre & Post Natal Specialist
One of my greatest joys in life, apart from my daughter, is helping people. My goal is to help you feel better, move with less pain and more confidence.
I have been working in the industry since graduating from Dublin City University in 2009. I believe that research based, intelligent training should be accessible to everyone. I am committed to furthering my education to bring you the most up to date information available. I am and will forever be a student! I have taken courses and workshops on assessment and screening, injury prevention and management and performance. More recently, my journey as a mom has fueled a passion for helping women exercise safely during and after pregnancy.
Training should be enjoyable and revitalising. My philosophy on exercise emphasises movement quality over quantity. I want to empower you to handle your life’s demands whether that’s skiing or picking up your grandkids.
I am originally from Ireland. I moved to Vancouver in 2011, and immediately fell in love with the mountains, the ocean and the lifestyle. If I am not in the gym, you'll find me hiking, running or sitting in one of the North shore breweries.
JessPastro
Practicing Kinesiologist, Strength & Conditioning Coach
I have lived in the Lower Mainland my entire life and my passion for movement goes as far back as I can remember. I grew up participating in many different sports from competitive swimming to Ringette, as well as all the outdoor activities that BC has to offer.
I received my Bachelor’s in Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia in 2017. I continue to strive to keep up with the latest research in human movement, injury prevention and optimal performance. During my career I have attended many courses and conferences including Functional Movement Systems, Strongfirst’s Kettlebell Certification, Pain-Free Performance Certification and NeuroKinetic Therapy. My coaching includes a combination of knowledge that I’ve learned from each of these courses.
My coaching style is methodical as I follow a systematic approach to build strength and confidence with my clients. I am very passionate about helping individuals reach their strength-training and movement-specific goals but more importantly, I want to empower my clients to take on any endeavor they choose!
When I’m not in the gym blaring country music you can find me at our local breweries or exploring the outdoors of the North Shore.
BrianaKelly
Practicing Kinesiologist, Strength & Conditioning Coach, BScH Kin, SFG2
I’m a North Shore local with a love for strength and kettlebells. I’m passionate about good movement and believe it’s important to get strong so you can tackle anything that life throws your way!
Every individual has a unique story, and I am committed to understanding your values, objectives, and needs to shape programming and outcomes. I received my Bachelor of Science with Honours in Kinesiology from Queen’s University in 2014, and have since committed to expanding my education and sharing these tools with others. The most impactful courses I’ve completed to date are the Strongfirst SFG Level 2 kettlebell certification and the Pain Free Performance Specialist Level 1.
My favourite tool is the kettlebell; its principles are applicable to rehab, performance training, and everything in between. I am also experienced with chronic pain and concussion management. My own personal journey includes several sports-related concussions and many soft tissue injuries, so I find I can connect and empathize well with those still navigating their own paths.
Anyone who knows me, knows I’m always on the go. When I’m not swinging kettlebells, you will find me skiing the deep powder of the BC mountains, hiking peaks, trying a new sport, or enjoying a craft beer flight with my Kinected Strength colleagues.
Meet the team
DavidEwart
Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Nutrition Expert
David is an enthusiastic strength coach that has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years. He prides himself on an extraordinarily strong work ethic committed to assisting his clients to achieving their goals.
He puts extreme emphasis on educating himself and is constantly on the forefront of leading edge scientifically backed courses which then he can utilize in empowering his clients. He believes fitness is a journey and you must slow down to enjoy the ride while reaching your goals. Movement to him is an exact art that must be practiced and honed, the better the quality of movement the better and quicker the results will happen.
He has trained the elderly, the deconditioned, rehabilitation, general fitness and weekend warrior, sports specific training from junior athlete, amateur athlete right to the elite athlete. He specializes in movement and strength training as well as specific cardiovascular conditioning. The training is always structured to achieve results in a safe proficient manner for the clients needs.
David is also proficient in eating habits coaching and which he has perfected over his lifetime and career. David believes consistent food consumption with the right nutrient timing can effectively over time assist clients in reaching their goals. Food consumption has many aspects that play into fitness and sports performance so regular check ins and accountability are a must in coaching.
GeoffreySoo
Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning Coach
My fitness journey began with a strong foundation in sports, particularly hockey, where training, practices, and gym sessions became integral. This experience fuelled my interest in the impact of physical health and nutrition on the body. In athletics or in our daily lives, having the freedom of pain-free movement allows us to do all the things we enjoy most.
Though my career initially led me in a different direction, it presented personal challenges that affected my physical and mental well-being. This adversity ultimately steered me back to fitness and athletics, leading to a transformative journey that improved both my physical and mental health.
Now, as a dedicated personal trainer specializing in functional fitness and athletic development, I assist clients in achieving their health and fitness goals. With a focus on athletics, I offer personalized and continuously assessed programs to ensure safe progression and lasting results.
Whether you are a competitive athlete striving for peak performance or seeking to improve their overall movement, I am committed to guiding you toward your goals. With my knowledge, expertise, and passion for fitness, I am confident in helping you become the best version of yourself.
ChristinaCarrick
Practicing Kinesiologist, Strength & Conditioning Coach, B.Kin, SFG1, SFB
I am a Kinesiologist who is keen to help people move better and more confidently, so they can enjoy doing the things that matter most to them. I believe in lifelong learning, and I strive to bring the most current and evidence-based science to my practice.
I spent my 20’s, 30’s and 40’s working as a computer scientist and raising a family. I then became frustrated with injuries as I tried to return to my pre-baby activity levels, and thought “this shouldn’t be normal!” I decided to return to school to learn about fitness, personal training and kinesiology. I fell in love with the science of human movement and all the things bodies can do. I joined a gym and learned how empowering it was to lift heavy things; I practiced with kettlebells and obtained my StrongFirst certification; I learned I can do a 1-arm pushup!
Seeing the look on someone’s face when they achieve something they’d previously thought out of reach is among my favourite moments. It is my goal to have these moments with each of my clients, whether it’s achieving their first pull-up or sitting on the floor playing with their grandchildren.
In addition to kinesiology, I enjoy running, martial arts, knitting, and losing to my son at Scrabble.
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