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The Nova Team
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YOUR NOVA HEALTH TEAM
At Nova Health Club we have higher expectations than simply being ‘certified’. Our team of professionals have diverse backgrounds which begin with a Kinesiology foundation followed by fitness diplomas and specialized certifications in areas such as Functional Movement Systems, Precision Nutrition and Manual Therapy.
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WE BELIEVE...
Life should be lived to the fullest and with purpose.Health is the foundation of life. The future of health is preventative.Each person requires a personalized plan based on their unique profile.Health and wellness industries must integrate all lifestyle components.
You Are Unique:
One size fits all only works for a few. Your best is revealed when your individual needs, wants, and abilities are taken into consideration. Feel confident knowing that Nova coaches tailor each session to you.
The Future of Health is Preventative
Take control of your future by focusing today on how you want to feel tomorrow, look next month and want to live next year.
Sustainable Action Plans and Results
Achieve and maintain your goals with natural progressions. Your program starts with the most realistic step you can take at that time. At each stage of your journey you will have learned new things about your health.
Join A New Wave of Personalized Training
Reach your goals by training with expert coaches whose foundation in kinesiology and passion for health make them industry leaders. Improve your fitness and enhance your well-being with the Nova team.
JOSHUA ALLEN
Josh was an active child who played hockey and basketball growing up. In high school he got hooked on fitness after his parents invited him to workout at their fitness centre. From there he began reading everything he could on health and fitness and worked at a local health food and supplement store.
After studying for 4 years at the University of Western Ontario, Josh graduated with his Honors Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology. Soon after he began his career as a personal trainer and has worked in the fitness industry across Canada before moving to Oakville in 2011 with his wife and two children.
The areas of health and fitness that interest Josh the most are related to lifestyle management coaching and the psychology behind it. Josh believes in a holistic approach that begins at home ,extends into communities and ultimately creating a better planet.
ZACK FERNANDEZ
Zack is Clinical Exercise Physiologist and High Performance Specialist. With more than a decade's worth of training experience, Zack knows what it takes to make you the best version of yourself! Growing up he was an elite level athlete in both baseball and basketball. His work ethic and desire to excel got him a full scholarship to play baseball and basketball in Virginia. After graduating with a Degree in Health and Physical Education, Zack moved back to Canada and did a post graduate degree in Exercise Science for Health and Performance.
Through his own development Zack developed a passion to help others achieve their goals and to learn as much as possible about the human body. Whether you want to become a better athlete, lose weight or gain muscle Zack's extensive knowledge of the human body and human behavior's will help you achieve the results you want to achieve!
MELISSA FILLION
Melissa was born and raised in Burlington, Ontario and has always had a passion for education, learning and development. She began her journey at the University of Toronto where she completed her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences followed by her Master of Kinesiology at Brock University. Her research-based thesis focused on the intricacies of estrogen and the effects it has on muscle strength, function and contractility.
Melissa has a passion for implementing exercise in the maintenance and promotion of successful ageing. During the winter you can find Melissa on the ice and at the squash and volleyball courts; come summer you’ll find her on various softball diamonds from Oakville to Burlington. Overall, Melissa believes a healthier body leads to a better quality of life. It is her passion to educate and coach her clients according to their specific needs and goals while instilling values for optimal wellness.
MIKE MATTEAZZI
Mike has a different history from most trainers and coaches.
Growing up being a huge fan of sports, but having very little competitive experience himself, he studied Sport Management at Brock University. This led him to work on the business side of sports and eventually as a gym admin where high performing hockey players were trained.
Simultaneously while working there, Mike started to develop a huge passion in fitness and thought it would be more meaningful to pursue a career as a trainer. He went on to complete his CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association and officially became a certified coach.
Having worked with high-performing athletes at the AA/AAA, OHL, NCAA, AHL, NHL and Team Canada levels and through working with his online business coaching beginners, Mike has a wide range of experience in fitness.
Fitness changed Mike's life and so he wants to pay it forward to as many people as possible as he realized it goes far beyond shaping your body. It helps you feel better, think better, want to eat better and develop many more habits beyond simply getting fit.
MEREDITH FOLEY
Meredith was born and raised in Brampton, Ontario, and from an early age, knew that she felt most engaged and happy competing at sports, teaching, and leading others. She continues to be fulfilled by helping others achieve their best.
After spending nearly two decades wearing a suit and climbing up the corporate ladder, Meredith has returned to her passions, put on the yoga pants, and taken up her dream career in the health and fitness industry. She’s never looked back, and has loved every second since.
Meredith is a qualified Personal Trainer and certified Precision Nutrition Coach, and holds a Bachelor of Physical Health & Education, with Honours, from the University of Toronto. She is in the business of transforming lives.
In her spare time, you’ll find Meredith with her daughter, who just so happens to be her favourite person in the world. Meredith enjoys a summertime dip in the Credit River, long runs, Tupperware, lifting heavy things, and most importantly, laughing.
GRAHAM COX
Graham grew up in Waterloo playing competitive soccer, competing in triathlons, and more recently powerlifting and hiking as often as possible. At a young age he suffered two severe knee injuries, both resulting in surgery and as a result discovered his passion for helping others overcome injury through rehabilitation exercise, as well as preventing future injuries.
Graham attended Sheridan College, where he completed his Honors Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and Health Promotion. Shortly after completing his undergrad, Graham went on to earn his Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification through the National Strength & Conditioning Association.
Graham has worked with OCAA athletes at both Sheridan College and Wilfrid Laurier University, NCAA athletes through multiple internships in the USA, as well as a variety of Team Canada sports such as Field Hockey, Lacrosse and Ultimate Frisbee. Graham believes in strengthening the body and combining rehab/prehab work to give his clients the lowest risk of injury in order to enjoy life to its fullest.
COLIN
SOLTESZ
Growing up Colin played high level baseball where he earned himself a full athletic scholarship playing in Illinois. Throughout his playing days he experienced his fair share of injuries. This ultimately led him to becoming interested in how the body works and go on to study human movement.
In 2018 he graduated from the University of Guelph-Humber with a Bachelors of applied science in Kinesiology. With his past sports experiences and gained knowledge of functional anatomy, biomechanics and motor learning his focus was set on optimizing human movement.
After graduating from university, Colin became a certified Strength and Conditioning coach with National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Working with athletes from a wide range of age groups, Colin designed safe and effective training programs to improve athletic performance (strength, power, speed, endurance) and prevent injury.
With over 10 years of training, Colin believes in playing to your strengths while working on your weaknesses. Whether your goals are weight loss, increased strength or improved quality of living it all begins by developing a solid movement foundation which everything else then flows from.
MATTHEW
NADLER
Matthew grew up as a boy who loved playing golf and hockey. The love of sport naturally turned his interest towards health and fitness ultimately taking him to study Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa where he earned an Honors degrees within the field.
During his studies in Ottawa he began working with a wide range of athletes including golf, hockey, cricket, football, ultimate frisbee and tennis players. When asked about sport and fitness he says:
"I am very passionate about fitness and health and I love helping others achieve their fitness and health goals whether it is sports related or not. I enjoy helping others succeed and I utilize my own personal experiences in sport and my education in order to help those individuals reach their goals.”
Matthew has been practicing as a personal training coach since 2020 and has recently committed to expanding his knowledge by studying further at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy where he plans to earn a Master of Practice in Osteopathic Manipulative Science.
He loves applying his knowledge in real life by working with clients that he trains and he is confident in being able to help them achieve their sport, health and fitness goals. Matthew Is a natural born leader who believes in being a positive mentor to others by continuing to live an active life dedicated to health, fitness and of course playing any and all sports.
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