LEADERSHIP.
FROM THE
GROUND UP.
COACH.
PERFORM.
FLOW.
FIND YOUR AUTHENTIC VOICE.
MASTER THE MUSIC.
LEAD WITH CONFIDENCE.
Imagine. You’re sitting in a seminar, standing at your mat, or possibly clipping into a bike. As you follow along with the facilitator, the thought comes to you:
THAT’S SOMETHING I’D LOVE TO DO.
If you’ve ever felt called to make the switch, take a risk, or refine your skills as a leader, then FOUNDATIONS is a program you’ll no doubt love.
At The Community Gym, we value building our coaches upon investment, commitment, and foundational instructor skills. We’re looking for aspiring coaches, long time members, and those who resonate with our values to refine their abilities in a weekend leadership workshop. Whether you’re an existing coach wanting to level up, and fitness enthusiast interested in stepping into the spotlight, or just looking for an immersive weekend to gain new skills and confidence, we want to work with you!
MEET YOUR TEAM
DAN
I’ve always been passionate about performance and commanding a room. I’m an educator turned fitness instructor and part-time DJ, having worked in schools and professional theatre environments over the past decade. I have always loved to be the centre of attention, the star of the show.
However, this hasn’t come easy. It’s taken time to build a persona, overcome impostor syndrome, and speak from a place that feels authentic to who I am. My time at The Community Gym has reassured me that the ongoing discoveries are so, so worth it. The leader I am today is built off of consistent commitment to choosing, challenging, and inspiring myself.
As a former high school Drama and English teacher, I worked with teenagers to unlock the magic behind authentic voice; taking risks and getting uncomfortable. After years of being Mr. Grant, I’m ready to pass that knowledge along to you! In the group fitness world, I aim to help others find balance in their uniqueness. Confident, not cocky. Bold, not boisterous. Relatable, not redundant. I’m here to help you build the beginnings of coaching in a space that means the world to me!
ZEF
Hi! I’m Zephyra, aka Zef. I have been teaching group fitness for over a decade. I am also a visual artist, author, and mother. I teach all seven disciplines at The Community Gym (including CARE, our first pre/post natal class, which I developed!), and am also the Program Manager, responsible for curating all Community Gym classes, and overseeing coach training and professional development.
As a former competitive gymnast, dancer, and pianist, coaching allows me to combine my natural strengths of musicality, athleticism, and creativity into an immersive experience that I can share with others. There truly is an art to coaching group fitness, which I have spent years confidently cultivating.
Being present and finding flow are key to the way I approach not only coaching, but daily life. They are practices that have shaped where I am today, a former, burnt-out architect turned proud group fitness coach! I bring my years of experience in the fitness industry and my passion for presence and flow to help you uncover a grounded confidence that can take you anywhere.
COURSE
So, what is FOUNDATIONS after all?
FOUNDATIONS is a 3 day, intensive weekend aimed at introducing and building the foundational skills to becoming a fitness coach. Geared towards the unique style and values of The Community Gym, these workshops touch on coaching basics, goal setting, voice and performance, and musicality. Included in this weekend is a special Community Gym class and an opportunity to get on the mic in front of your peers!
CONTENT
Our intention of this weekend is to build your leadership skills! However, you’ll leave with much more than that, including:
Enhanced Musicality
to not only find the beat in class,
but create movement to it!
CONFIDENCE AS A LEADER
both in class and in life.
Dynamic Vocal TechniqueS
that allow you to coach diverse
classes and tell your unique story.
INSIGHT INTO OUR
COACHES METHODOLOGY
of cueing, playlisting,
and unique class vibe.
FINDING CONTINUOUS FLOW
on the mic to stay engaged
and in the zone.
a Better understanding of
your core values and goals
leading to a deeper understanding
of your uniqueness as a coach.
WHAT
YOU'LL GET
Our 3 day weekend intensive grants you access to:
Our Community Gym team and their collective years of experience and diverse skill sets.
Mic experience with personalized feedback.
The opportunity to choreograph your own track and teach to the group.
Unique, value-packed workshops and Q & A sessions.
Work booklet with activities, reflective questions, and fillable worksheets.
A private CHILL class to open and close the weekend.
Breakfast, lunch, refreshments, and swag from local shops and fitness partners.
Online resources post-weekend for continued learning opportunities.
WEEKEND TIMELINE
Friday: 6-9pm
SATURDAY: 9AM–4PM
SUNDAY: 9AM–12:30PM
REGISTER
Limited spots available.
$369
early bird
Sign up before Monday, September 29th.
$399
regular
Registration closes Thursday, October 2nd.