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
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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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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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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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Mike Hall
Personal Trainer
Mike Hall is a BCRPA Certified Personal Trainer and Business Development Manager of Better Bodies Club. Mike is a Vancouver local and sports enthusiast, having competed in rugby, baseball and soccer throughout his youth. Lead by his passion for sport he obtained his diploma in Human Kinetics.
Mike puts high emphasis on quality and control of athletic movements with his training and identifies them as the foundations of success in achieving fitness goals. Mike is also an avid volunteer with RILS (Residence for Independent Living Society) and downtown Eastside each year.
When Mike’s not in the studio he’s either on the field coaching youth baseball, rugby and soccer or carving up the mountains on his skis.
BCRPA
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Jory Shepek
Personal Trainer
Jory Shepek is a BCRPA and ACE Certified Personal Trainer. He grew up playing on many sports teams such as Hockey, Baseball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Rugby, Basketball and Wrestling to name a few.
Jory provides all types of training such as functional, weight loss, rehabilitation, sports specific, body building, pre and post natal, and life coaching.
Jory is a positive, happy go lucky guy who is full of energy and good vibes. He has been in the fitness industry since 2012 working as a personal training with over 20,000 sessions serviced.
BCRPA, ACE
Bulgarian Bag
Spin
TRX, TRX Rip Trainer
Agatsu Kettle Bell
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Jan Betsayda
Personal Trainer/Body Work
Jan Betsayda has been a fitness coach for 6 years holding multiple certifications which include the National Strength and Conditioning Association Certification, American Council of Exercise, Agatsu Kettlebell Level 1, TRX Level 1, and Bulgarian Bag Level 1.
Jan is a Provincial, Regional, and National level powerlifter in both the 93kg and 105kg weight class. He has been on the podium three times placing 3rd in 2017, top 10 in Western Canada in 2018, and recently the winner of the 2020 UBC Powerlifting Championships placing 1st in the 105kg division totalling nearly 1,500lbs in all 3 of his lifts. His experience in sport includes 4 years of powerlifting, 15 years of basketball, and 5 years of football where he has developed the competitiveness, dedication, knowledge, training and skill set in each of those fields over the past decade. He is a fitness coach that specializes in athletic strength training, power, conditioning, mobility and development. Jan truly believes there’s an athlete in everyone and that clients have the ability to develop those same set of skills.
Growing up tall and skinny, Jan knew he had to make a change for himself in order for him to pursue his passion in the health and fitness industry. Through Jan’s journey from gaining over 85lbs of muscle to losing over 40lbs of body fat, he knows firsthand the common struggles of committing and improving your health and fitness. Along with his interest in sport, the physical and psychological factors of his transformation are what inspired Jan to be the personal trainer and fitness coach he is today so that he, too, can inspire and help others to achieve their personal fitness goals and realize their benefits.
Jan’s logical, scientific, evidence-based and compassionate approach towards training is what he feels can build a strong establishment, foundation, and progression in kinematics and biomechanics.
When Jan is not in the gym, he is at school in the Registered Massage Therapy program at Vancouver College of Massage Therapy where he will be graduating in December 2020 and obtaining his RMT license in early 2021. Jan has a tremendous and growing love for music, singing, and dancing! You can also catch him on your next hike or kayak trip as he loves the water and outdoors!
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Karl Burton
Personal Trainer
Karl is a fully qualified personal trainer & fitness instructor for the last 10 years. He received a 1st class honours in Sports & Leisure Management & is a qualified foundation level Functional Practitioner. In this time, he specialized in Kettlebells, Reebok Martial Arts and TRX.
Karl has worked with different clients varying from athletes seeking further training to people recovering from injuries. He is extremely passionate about helping each client achieve their personal goals committed to providing an uplifting & highly motivating atmosphere to ensure maximize results while having fun.
Karl has been worldwide with not only fitness but also soccer. He has played soccer for Orange Coast College in Costa Mesa, California and has also coordinated Wembley Downs SC Perth Australia’s preseason fitness regime.
QQI Sports, Recreation & Exercise 6M5147
NFQ, ITEC, NCEF
FP
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Sarah Waller
Personal Trainer, Fascial Stretch Therapist (Level 2)
Sarah has been a BCRPA Personal Trainer for over 20 years. Over this time she expanded her numerous certifications to include Fascial Stretch, Group Fitness, Kettlebells, pre-post natal fitness, and pre-post rehabilitation.
Originally from the U.K. and growing up in Ontario, Sarah was fortunate to move to Vancouver and experience all the outdoors B.C. offers. An avid, backcountry hiker, she loves to be in the wilderness and off the grid. Her favourite way to get around town is on her bike.
Sarah believes that leading a fit and active lifestyle has no boundaries. By following a progressive strength program, all her clients are able to get back to their favourite activities and find new ones!
She has worked with all age populations (10-88 yrs) to achieve their goals. Sarah has been working with specialty populations in a clinical setting for over 2 years so she is very comfortable working with people that may have issues such as injuries, joint replacements, balance issues, and spinal alignment.Her focus is to improve not only body composition but also quality of life.
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Keb Feyissa
kinesiologist, personal trainer
Keb Feyissa has worked as a certified personal trainer and registered kinesiologist for 3 years. He is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, BCAK Kinesiologist, and certified in various: rehab, postural assessment, functional movement, and stretch certifications. He holds a BSc. from the University of British Columbia in Neuroscience and Physiology, and a minor in Kinesiology. Keb is passionate about whole person training. He doesn’t just focus on the physical goals and/or symptoms of his clients, but he incorporates their mental and spiritual health as well into his sessions. In clinical experiences, he has seen the power that holistic personal training can have. He’s had numerous clients present with physical symptoms such as nerve entrapment, muscular imbalances, joint pain, and obesity related complications. These symptoms are often compounded by a sedentary lifestyle and high stress roles at work or home. Clients may have concurrent mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and maladaptive chronic stress responses. Using functional movement screens, joint manipulation techniques, fascial stretch therapy, and resistance training he has seen improvements to both physical and mental health issues.
His passion for fitness developed from a very young age. At 6 he was competing in soccer, cricket, and track and field. As he grew older, he focused on soccer and started weight training to get bigger, faster and stronger. Eventually, he worked his way on to the UBC men’s varsity soccer team as a reserve in his first year. When he stopped playing competitive soccer, he pursued education and further fitness experience. He took numerous courses, seminars, and certifications in both fitness and rehab. This knowledge, combined with his passion for fitness, helped him give great service to his clients and finish as one of the top personal trainers at his previous company.
Keb specializes in rehab, sports performance, and functional personal training. When he is not at the gym he enjoys: running, hiking, cycling, playing board games, singing, and playing guitar.
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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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Jay Lehmann
Personal Trainer
Jay Lehmann is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and General Manager of Better Bodies Club. He grew up in Ottawa, Ontario playing competitive football, baseball and martial arts. Jay obtained his Bachelor’s in Marketing Communications from Carleton University with a focus on health and wellness.
Jay prioritizes efficiency in movement to enhance speed and strength, while emphasizing the importance of mobility. Jay believes movement is the ultimate tool for goal setting, developing accountability and building daily confidence.
In his off time you can find Jay instructing classes, hiking in the mountains or catching some sun at Kitsilano Beach.
B.A.COMM.
ACE
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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Rome McCulloch
Client Care Specialist
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Celine Dillon
Client Care Specialist
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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