Meet Our Team
Find Your Better With Us
We are a team of intensely passionate health, wellness and client care professionals who give a sh*t! We believe in inclusivity, diversity, mental health and physical well-being. We believe that movement is medicine and we believe it can transform the way you look, feel and live. We believe in breaking through barriers and we believe we can do it better, together. We believe in this life. We believe in The Better Life.
Personal Training
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Casey Souter B.KIN
Kinesiologist, Director of Training
Casey Souter, Director of Training, has a Bachelor of Kinesiology from UBC. Casey is also certified in the Functional Movement Screen (FMS). He has over 20 years experience working in all levels of training, including sport specific, team training, rehab, functional training, weight loss, eating plans, conditioning and body building.
Originally from Surrey BC, Casey excelled at an early age in many sports. In high school he was selected to the first ever Team Canada Bowl and (obtained a scholarship to play college football in the USA. He then transferred to UBC where he won the Vanier Cup and obtained Academic and Athletics Honours. Later, Casey would co-found and play for the first ever semi-pro football team in Langley, The BC Spartans. Casey has also participated in the Sea to Summit Series, Tough Mudders, Adventure Challenges, Half Marathons, Gran Fondos and Body Building and Fitness competitions.
Casey is the Better Bodies Club team mentor and encourages both his trainers and clients to get outside of their comfort zones by leading by example and providing undivided attention to detail every step of the way.
B.Kin
FMS
Kinesiologist
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Carson Souter B.KIN
Lead Trainer
Carson Souter, Lead Trainer, holds both Crossfit and Kettlebell certifications as well as a Bachelor of Sociology from the University of Oregon. Born in Surrey, BC, Carson has been a group fitness instructor, personal trainer and gym manager, with over 20 year’s experience.
Previous to his personal training background, Carson has extensive experience as a professional athlete. He was drafted 13th overall by the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts, and has also played varsity level football for the University of Oregon, Montana State, and California College of Siskiyous. After sustaining a career ending injury, he became fascinated with the human body, focusing on strength & power, speed & agility and a special emphasis on injury recovery.
Carson specializes in program design and life coaching to best achieve each individual clients’ needs. He has a passion for helping others achieve their goals and identify new ones. His extensive life experience and compassionate demeanor makes him one of the most sought after trainers in Vancouver. Carson’s approach will have you realizing potentials you never knew you had.
BASoc
AA
Kinesiologist
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Molly Howes RHN
Academy Council of Exercise Certified Personal Trainer, Nutritionist
Molly Howes is a Kettle Bell certified ACE personal trainer, and a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. Growing up in White Rock, BC, Molly competed in both varsity soccer and cross country running at the Concordia University in Montreal. After university, her passion for individual sport continued to grow and evolve, adding cycling, swimming, and triathlons into her itinerary.
Learning from the benefits she has experienced first-hand; Molly strives to connect her clients back to their bodies and shares her expertise to build their confidence both physically and mentally. Her balanced approach is dedicated to uncovering the true potential in her clients in order to guide them to their optimal states.
ACE
RHN
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Nick Lung
Personal Trainer, Fascial Stretch Therapist Level 1
Nick Lung is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Fascial Stretch Therapist. Fluent in French and Spanish, Nick spent his childhood playing soccer, basketball, rugby and participated in high-level gymnastics training. Nick then went onto powerlifting, bodybuilding and competitive Olympic weightlifting.
Nick is our resident form specialist and focuses on proper movement mechanics. This Big Brother and new dad provides all ’round training from rehabilitation, mobility and functional movement, performance-based training to weight loss and pre- and post-natal training.
Nick’s training sessions will take your composure to the next level by isolating muscle groups and speeding up your development to reach your optimum potential.
ACE
FMS 1 & 2
FRC
FST
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Gemma Slaughter
National Academy of Sports Medicine, Certified Personal Trainer
Gemma is a NASM certified personal trainer. She is passionate about helping others achieve their goals, push their limits and maintain optimal health and wellness. She began competitive running 5 years ago where she found success in combining her love for endurance sport and strength training.
Unifying experience from her personal athletic journey and education, Gemma has lead clients to meet and exceed their goals and stay injury free.
Long Distance Road & Trail Runner
Certified Personal Trainer
Triathlete
Functional Movement Systems 1+2
Strength & Conditioning
CHI
Community Influencer
Agatsu Kettlebell Level 1
Athletic Ambassador
Keiser Spin Instructor
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Katrina Barrett BESSc
Personal Trainer, Exercise and Sport Scientist
Katrina holds a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science degree from Australian Catholic University, and is a CSEP-CPT certified personal trainer. Growing up in Australia, Katrina always had a love for sports including gymnastics, netball and competitive swimming. She went on to become a swim coach which eventually led her to pursue a career as a professional trainer.
Katrina believes that exercise is medicine, and through applying evidence-based training protocols in practical, fun ways, you can build strength from the inside out. This avid and passionate hiker and new WOWride cyclist, specializes in strength training, maintaining that it is a key element to the holistic approach of health and wellness. Katrina’s upbeat personality and enthusiasm for constantly learning the latest techniques for optimum movement is infectious. Her mantra is to keep her clients moving well and doing what they love, for life!
BESSc
CSEP-CPT
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Raffy Guda B.KIN
Kinesiologist, Personal Trainer
Raffy has a kinesiology degree under his belt from UBC with a minor in psychology. This BCPA Powerlifting Silverback Blitz winner in the 93kg weight category, and former varsity football player is a personal trainer who also specializes in cardiac rehabilitation for cardiac events such as heart attacks, dissections and strokes.
Growing up as an extreme introvert who played a lot of video games and was overweight, Raffy knew he had to make a change. Through Raffy’s journey of losing 50lbs, he knows firsthand the common struggles of improving your health and fitness. Along with his interest in sport, the physical and psychological benefits of his personal transformation inspired Raffy to become a personal trainer so he, too, can help others realize the benefits.
Raffy takes a scientific, evidence-based and empathic approach to training, and believes in building a solid biomechanical foundation before progression.
When Raffy is not at the gym, you can find him building and programming computers, for fun!
B.Kin
ACSM-CPT
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Catherine Methven
Personal Trainer
Catherine is a NCSA Strength & Conditioning Specialist and a Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist. This 5’1.5″ dynamo grew up playing competitive soccer until she was 18 and discovered martial arts. She now competes in high-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ).
Alongside martial arts, Catherine weight lifts and practices speed agility quickness and mobility training in order to improve her athletic performance in BJJ. Training for BJJ lead Catherine to the decision to professionally commit herself to becoming a fitness coach and empowering people to discover their strength through movement and lifestyle.
Catherine is an expert at tailoring workout programs to match her client’s goals, needs and energy. Her mantra is that exercise, whether a workout, physical play or active commuting should be part of an everyday routine, challenging but fun!
When Catherine is not training, you can find her behind the camera, taking photos or filming, including having recently produced her first short film.
Catherine also has a passion for travel and is currently learning Brazilian Portuguese.
NSCA Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist
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Donny Watson
Personal Trainer
Donny Watson is a Can-Fit Personal Training and Darby Training Systems Specialist. Donny is fiercely passionate about helping his clients “move properly first” and to also develop good habits through consistent movement patterns. This track and field, college level hockey player, and basketball player grew up in Ajax, Ontario in addition to being head coach for 3 Zones Hockey School for almost ten years. Donny’s philosophy on training is about maintaining resilience over adversity and anticipating positive outcomes. His patient, positive and honest approach have helped make exercise more accessible to clients of all ages and abilities. Just one session with Donny and you will discover more strength, energy and confidence that you never thought possible. We promise!
When Donny is not sharing his fitness knowledge, you can find him playing basketball at Kits Beach or posting about his favourite spots in the city to eat as BB’s resident foodie.
Can-Fit Personal Training Specialist
Darby Training System Level 1
Darby Training System Hypertrophy
Darby Training System Lean Body Coach
Darby Training System Bag Work Basics
Darby Training Systems Low Back Specialist with Dr. Stuart McGill
Optimize Academy Level 1
Can-Fit Active Aging Specialist
Can-Fit Stress Resiliency Coach
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Mike Hall
Personal Trainer, Business Development Manager
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Amanda Lau
Personal Trainer, Spin Instructor
Amanda Lau is a BCRPA certified personal trainer, group fitness instructor, indoor cycling coach and mom of two adorable kids. She received her diploma in marketing and sales with an emphasis on exercise physiology and recreational management from BCIT. With over 20 year’s experience in the fitness industry, Amanda is widely recognized as one of Vancouver’s top personal trainers and well-respected cycling instructors.
Amanda is also a WOWride Realistic Race Team member and has gone on to finish top 10 female in the Whistler Gran Fondo. She has also completed the gruelling climbs of the Haute Route Alps and Haute Route Pyrenees. Growing up in North Delta, BC, Amanda found her passion for athletics through dance and cheerleading, where she was nominated to the NCA All-American team, and road bike racing. Her philosophy revolves around overcoming physical challenges and receiving the mental satisfaction of achieving fitness goals.
Amanda strives to bring out enthusiasm and passion in all of her clients and above all, promoting the benefits of healthy living. Through passion and patience, Amanda’s clients build a physical and mental toughness that translates to all aspects of life.
BCRPA
Group Fitness Leader
Indoor Cycling Coach
Fascial Stretch Therapy
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Jordan Christianson B.KIN
Kinesiologist, Fascial Stretch Therapist Level 3 Medical
Jordan Christianson is a Level 3 Medical Fascial Stretch Therapist, Fascial Stretch Instructor, Rock Tape, Cupping, Blading and Postural Mal-Alignment specialist. Jordan obtained her Bachelor of Kinesiology from University of the Fraser Valley.
Growing up in Langley, BC, Jordan started dance at age 3, where she began to learn the importance of stretching and strengthening for the human body to optimize performance in sport and everyday life. Today she’s an avid hiker, paddle boarder, kayaker, and cyclist.
Jordan’s passion for movement shows in the level of care she takes with each of her clients to enhance their mobility whether they are looking to rehab and prevent future injuries, train for a specific event or simply improve their quality of everyday living.
Her effective and thorough practice will have you moving, feeling better and doing what you love.
Level 3 Medical FST
Kinesiologist
Postural Mal-Alignment Level 1
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Nick Lung
Personal Trainer, Fascial Stretch Therapist
Nick Lung is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Fascial Stretch Therapist. Fluent in French and Spanish, Nick spent his childhood playing soccer, basketball, rugby and participated in high-level gymnastics training. Nick then went onto powerlifting, bodybuilding and competitive Olympic weightlifting.
Nick is our resident form specialist and focuses on proper movement mechanics. This Big Brother and new dad provides all ’round training from rehabilitation, mobility and functional movement, performance-based training to weight loss and pre- and post-natal training.
Nick’s training sessions will take your composure to the next level by isolating muscle groups and speeding up your development to reach your optimum potential.
ACE
FMS 1 & 2
FRC
FST
Nutrition
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Andrea McDonald RHN
Sports Nutritionist
As a lifelong athlete, my interest lies in igniting passion and performance in others.
Front of House
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Mary Scott
Client Care Specialist
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Kaylie Inglis
Client Care Specialist
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Rome McCulloch
Client Care Specialist
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Mike Hall
Business Development Manager, Personal Trainer
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Jay Lehmann
General Manager, Personal Trainer
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Garfield Wilson
President
Garfield established Forward Fitness in 2004 after 15 years in a successful singing and acting career. Throughout his entire life, Garfield was involved extensively in sport and fitness. It was a natural evolution to marry his passion for fitness and connecting with people. Forward Fitness is his channel to build a supportive health and wellness community designed to raise the bar for quality in our lives.
Garfield gets his greatest joy from creating situations that affect improvement in his world. Simply put, he likes to make people feel really good. He judges his training success by how positive and capable his clients feel at the end of their session. And as an extension of that, how they connect and cultivate this energy within their lives. Garfield appreciates the time people spend dedicated to fitness and considers it a privilege when they choose to work with him or his team.
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Jan Cartwright
Owner, Personal Trainer
Functional Movement Systems
TRX Suspension Trainer
TRX Functional Movement
BackFit Pro, Dr. Stuart McGill, Levels I, II, III