MICHEL NIMPGARITSE

Martial arts Coach (Group and Private)

I took my very first Karate class when I was 12 years old. A few years later, I learned about this new combat sport called mixed martial arts, and in 2013, I started training full time at the renowned Tristar Gym and I did my very first amateur fight the next year. In my record, I now have close to 30 fights and a few grappling competitions. I am competing and training in these disciplines simultaneously. I am dedicated to this sport and lifestyle and have done competing for my career. Between my training throughout the week, I’m happy to come and share my passion here at Swet gym. My intense workouts promote both good physical and mental health. While discovering the various fighting styles within mixed martial arts we are also having fun and learning self-defense techniques. Everybody is welcome!

Achievements:

Imperium cup champion 2017 (Olympic boxing)

2-time gold medalist in Brazilian jiu-jitsu tournament

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Blue Belt under     Firas Zahabi (black belt)

Muay Thai tournament champion (Nuit des titans 2)

Heroes Combat League Bantamweight champion (MMA)

KASSEM YOUNES

Kickboxing and Self-defence Coach

A taekwondo athlete since 2001, Kassem got his black belt certification in 2009 and has been teaching martial arts since 2010. He has practiced judo, taekwondo, kickboxing and jiu-jitsu. Kassem has also helped many athletes become Canadian champions.

FRANCIS MARTINEAU

Kinesiologist, Weight-lifting and Boot Camp Trainer (Group and Private)

Francis received his degree in Kinesiology from the University of Montreal in 2015 and completed a PNCE training in weightlifting Level 1. He is currently in the process of obtaining the CSCS certification from the National Strengthand Conditioning Association. His studies and trainings provide him with the right tools and knowledge to interact with different types of clients.

In addition to his academic background, Francis enjoys many sports, including powerlifting, in which he learned various lifting techniques and strength training based on individual differences.

Francis is passionate about sports and fitness, and his experience in personal and professional training in gyms makes him a great asset to the SWET team.

Certifications :

PNCE training in weightlifting Level 1

Bachelor of Kinesiology

CSCS® – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Master’s degree in Kinesiology (in progress since 2017)

CHARLES DESROSIERS-GAGNON

Kinesiologist, Weight-lifting and Boot Camp Trainer (Group and Private)

Currently at my third year in kinesiology of the University of Montreal since 2016. He’s a holder of a training level 1 PNCE in athletic and in Olympic lifting with Kendrick Farris, Pan-American champion in 2010.

Charles practices athletics for more than 10 years. This sport allowed him to acquire a vast knowledge in running techniques, both sprint and long distance, in strength training as well in injury prevention in sports.

Certifications :

Bachelor’s degree in kinesiology (expected completion 2019)

Training in Olympic lifting (2014)

Level 1 PNCE with Athletic Canada (2011)

SHAUNA DUNHAM

Yoga Teacher

Shauna’s love for yoga and the yoga lifestyle began as a teenager. After years of absorbing the teachings and finding that yoga offered a unique and holistic perspective towards health, fitness and mindfulness, she decided to pursue this passion and share it with others. In 2016, she completed her initial 200hr yoga teacher training right here in Montreal, which was a wonderful experience and place to begin. In 2017, Shauna completed her 40hr Yin yoga training. Pursuing her passion, in 2018 she leaves for India to complete her training of 500HR Advanced Yoga Teacher, focusing on Yoga for Athletes (Himalaya Yoga Valley in Goa, India).

Shauna’s training includes Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin and Ashtanga disciplines.

Certifications:

2016 – 200 hr YTT yoga teacher training (Centre Holistic Om West – Montreal)

2017 – 40 hr YTT  Yin yoga training (Happy Tree Yoga – Montreal)

2018 – 500 hr YTT advanced yoga teacher training  (Himalaya Yoga Valley in Goa, India)

MARTA HUNG

Yoga teacher

Personal trainer from 2005, Marta is devoting her life to yoga since 2010 when she has obtained her 1^st yoga teacher certificate.  Seeking to perfect her of yoga teaching and practice during the years she acquired a vast knowledge of different yoga styles and yoga applications in real life.

Achievements:

2005 to 2010: Personal trainer

2010 to present:  Yoga teacher and Yoga pain care therapist

2010: Yoga Alliance RYT Teacher Training 200 Hours, Taiwan

2013: Five Elements and Mind Transformation Teacher Training, Taiwan

2015: Tibetan Singing Bowls Healing Teacher Training, India

2015: Yoga Alliance PRYS Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training 85 Hours, Taiwan

2016: Elementary Yoga Therapy Instructor Training 200 Hours, Taiwan

2016: Yoga Alliance 300 Hours Hatha Yoga Teacher Training

2017: Pain Care Yoga Certificate: Pain Care Management Through Therapeutic Yoga

RENÉ MORALES

Boxing, Kickboxing, Martial arts and Bootcamp coach

His passion for sports and training began to develop at a very young age thanks to his father – professional soccer player and coach. He was trained in Mixed Martial Arts by Philipe Delice in 2010. Since then, René has been involved in several combats and he is giving boxing, kickboxing, martial arts and bootcamp classes at many different places.

Achievements:

Bootcamp coach since 2003

Boxing, Kickboxing and Martial arts coach since 2015

2018 – Kick Boxing and Low Kick Trainer

Certified by the Quebec Amateur Kickboxing Corporation and associated discipline

2019 – Boxing Trainer Level 1 and Level 2

Certified by the Quebec Olympic Boxing Federation

Khadidja Belhamar

Personal trainer

A competitive gymnast for much of her youth (since the age of 6), Khadidja has made training her lifestyle.
Khadidja wanted to create a course that brings remarkable results to women by toning the body without gaining unwanted muscle mass. The resistance bands are the perfect instrument for this type of training.

Achievements:

2000-2010 Competition Gymnast

Master’s degree in molecular biology 2018

Personal trainer training in court since 2018

Michel Nasr

Spinning instructor

Cyclist, runner and professional swimmer; for Michel, cycling has no secrets. Certified in “Physical and Sports Education”, personal trainer and spinning instructor, he is committed to help you achieve your goals no matter your age or your physical condition. His spinning classes offer a friendly, energetic, athletic and motivating environment.

FRANCIS

Natacha

CHARLES

MICHEL