Peter Mazzarolo - Personal Trainer/Owner
Pete became interested in athletics at a young age; playing a variety of sports right here in Burnaby. In 2008 he decided to start his career in Personal Training which lead to the opening of Capitol Hill Athletics. Pete works with clients of all ages, and he offers a training style that is appropriate for a wide range of athletic abilities using a variety of training modalities to keep clients challenged in a fun and dynamic environment.
Fun Fact: Pete was a figure skater at age 4. Figure skating lead Pete to ice hockey, which he enjoyed playing for many years
Pete became interested in athletics at a young age; playing a variety of sports right here in Burnaby. In 2008 he decided to start his career in Personal Training which lead to the opening of Capitol Hill Athletics. Pete works with clients of all ages, and he offers a training style that is appropriate for a wide range of athletic abilities using a variety of training modalities to keep clients challenged in a fun and dynamic environment.
Fun Fact: Pete was a figure skater at age 4. Figure skating lead Pete to ice hockey, which he enjoyed playing for many years
Alex Taheri - Muscle Activation Specialist / Personal Trainer
Over 16 years of experience servicing in rehabilitation and training clients.
Reflexologist, Physical therapist, Fitness trainer.
Services also include:
- Muscle testing
- Neurological rebalancing
- Food sensitivities and reactions
- Iridology
- Pressure point therapy
- Corrective digestive techniques
- Gait cycle assessment
- Post-surgery corrective movements
- One-on-one personal training (in mobility, strength, muscle mass, core and Balance & motor learning)
Over 16 years of experience servicing in rehabilitation and training clients.
Reflexologist, Physical therapist, Fitness trainer.
Services also include:
- Muscle testing
- Neurological rebalancing
- Food sensitivities and reactions
- Iridology
- Pressure point therapy
- Corrective digestive techniques
- Gait cycle assessment
- Post-surgery corrective movements
- One-on-one personal training (in mobility, strength, muscle mass, core and Balance & motor learning)
Angela Melville, BHK
ACE Personal Trainer
NCCP - Multi Sport
Angela is an ACE certified personal trainer with over 15 years of experience, and is excited to bring the AM Fitness team here to Capitol Hill Athletics. Creating a space that inspires each client to realize their potential is the cornerstone of AM Fitness. Using a variety of training modalities to achieve results and keep each hour enjoyable for the client is our priority.
Connect with Angela:
Book into Class: Angela Melville Fitness on Mindbody
ACE Personal Trainer
NCCP - Multi Sport
Angela is an ACE certified personal trainer with over 15 years of experience, and is excited to bring the AM Fitness team here to Capitol Hill Athletics. Creating a space that inspires each client to realize their potential is the cornerstone of AM Fitness. Using a variety of training modalities to achieve results and keep each hour enjoyable for the client is our priority.
Connect with Angela:
Book into Class: Angela Melville Fitness on Mindbody
Dana Tapiki
Bachelors of Human Kinetics
ISSA Certified PT
AM Fitness Team
Dana has been working as a personal trainer for over a decade where she has worked with a variety of clientele from young athletes to active seniors. Dana believes in training for life and promotes functional movements to do this. She motivates her clients to live an active lifestyle but most importantly, to ENJOY training!
Bachelors of Human Kinetics
ISSA Certified PT
AM Fitness Team
Dana has been working as a personal trainer for over a decade where she has worked with a variety of clientele from young athletes to active seniors. Dana believes in training for life and promotes functional movements to do this. She motivates her clients to live an active lifestyle but most importantly, to ENJOY training!
Lindsey Melville -Personal Trainer
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
AM Fitness Team
Lindsey joined the AM Fitness Team early 2024. Through fitness, Lindsey has created a balanced lifestyle which has quickly developed into a passion to help others. Lindsey strives to create a positive and effective experience for her clients, whether you’re a beginner to the gym environment or already have some goals in mind. She works hard to help clients create a practice that is sustainable, fulfilling, and of course fun!
ISSA Certified Personal Trainer
AM Fitness Team
Lindsey joined the AM Fitness Team early 2024. Through fitness, Lindsey has created a balanced lifestyle which has quickly developed into a passion to help others. Lindsey strives to create a positive and effective experience for her clients, whether you’re a beginner to the gym environment or already have some goals in mind. She works hard to help clients create a practice that is sustainable, fulfilling, and of course fun!
Saurabh Sethi - Personal Trainer
Saurabh's fitness journey began in 2004, when he was hired by the world renowned dance company Shiamak Davar International. Along with the joys of performing and travelling across the world, he received the opportunity to help people get motivated and fit through dance.
SAURABH is Certified by ISSA
He is certified Personal Trainer | Group Fitness | Fitness Coach | First Aid.
He specializes in :
- One on One Personal Training
- Weight Management
- Functional Training
- Home Workout Plans
- Group Fitness/Bootcamp CLasses
- Meal Plan Guidance
Saurabh's fitness journey began in 2004, when he was hired by the world renowned dance company Shiamak Davar International. Along with the joys of performing and travelling across the world, he received the opportunity to help people get motivated and fit through dance.
SAURABH is Certified by ISSA
He is certified Personal Trainer | Group Fitness | Fitness Coach | First Aid.
He specializes in :
- One on One Personal Training
- Weight Management
- Functional Training
- Home Workout Plans
- Group Fitness/Bootcamp CLasses
- Meal Plan Guidance
Shon Wong - Personal Trainer
Through a fun, hands on creative process, Shon Wong’s “Eastern Edge Method” is committed to building strong dynamic sculpted bodies by bringing together a perfect combination of eastern craftsmanship by way of western exercises. Shon Wong focuses on giving you all the deep level core connections sought after in the east, so you can handle your business here in the wild west. The Eastern Edge Method is sure to deliver a body that fits you.
Fun fact: This 20 year Personal Training Veteran has performed at Rogers Arena with his band Son of James
Through a fun, hands on creative process, Shon Wong’s “Eastern Edge Method” is committed to building strong dynamic sculpted bodies by bringing together a perfect combination of eastern craftsmanship by way of western exercises. Shon Wong focuses on giving you all the deep level core connections sought after in the east, so you can handle your business here in the wild west. The Eastern Edge Method is sure to deliver a body that fits you.
Fun fact: This 20 year Personal Training Veteran has performed at Rogers Arena with his band Son of James
Matthew Liao - Manual Osteopath / Strength & Conditioning Specialist / Kinesiologist
Matthew has spent the past 9 years honing his skills as a strength coach and health professional by working with individuals through the grassroots level to high performance. His rehabilitation and training approach is centered around building a rigid body for injury prevention to allow individuals to be as widely capable in their daily physical activities.
Fun Fact: Matthew is a competitive Spikeball player.
Matthew has spent the past 9 years honing his skills as a strength coach and health professional by working with individuals through the grassroots level to high performance. His rehabilitation and training approach is centered around building a rigid body for injury prevention to allow individuals to be as widely capable in their daily physical activities.
Fun Fact: Matthew is a competitive Spikeball player.
Amal Janif - Personal Trainer
Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Bachelors of Science
ACE Personal Trainer and Nutrition Specialist
NASM, Corrective Exercise Specialization
Vancouver College of Massage Therapy, RMT Student
Amal has been working in the fitness industry since 2017. His journey began like most adolescents, wanting to look muscular. However, being unequipped and uneducated led to injuries. Through his recovery, he has found his passion in supporting people through preventative and post-injury care. He enjoys getting to meet new people and supporting them through their journey. Amal believes that optimal health can be achieved by having a good relationship with food and exercise while having some laughs along the way. When he is not in the gym, you’ll catch him with his Sony A7C capturing memories, shopping at lululemon, eating instant noodles, or scrolling through Instagram watching cats.
Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Bachelors of Science
ACE Personal Trainer and Nutrition Specialist
NASM, Corrective Exercise Specialization
Vancouver College of Massage Therapy, RMT Student
Amal has been working in the fitness industry since 2017. His journey began like most adolescents, wanting to look muscular. However, being unequipped and uneducated led to injuries. Through his recovery, he has found his passion in supporting people through preventative and post-injury care. He enjoys getting to meet new people and supporting them through their journey. Amal believes that optimal health can be achieved by having a good relationship with food and exercise while having some laughs along the way. When he is not in the gym, you’ll catch him with his Sony A7C capturing memories, shopping at lululemon, eating instant noodles, or scrolling through Instagram watching cats.
Arianne Liu - Personal Traîner / Trauma-Informed Practice Training LEVEL 1
Arianne grew up active and has been in the fitness industry since 2011. During her youth, she did competitive dance with Goh Ballet Academy and played Netball in the BC Winter Games. Arianne also competed in the Bikini category in the Sandra Wickham Fall Classic Bodybuilding Competition. Over the years, she has struggled with her mental health, body image, and her relationship with food. Through years of inner work and healing through different modalities such as therapy, journalling, meditation, and yoga; she is now a strong advocate for self-love and sustainable habits. Arianne has developed a passion for helping people build a healthy relationship with themselves through movement and coaching. Her goal is to empower people to be mentally and physically stronger through an anti-oppressive approach inside and outside of the gym. Outside of the gym, you’ll find Arianne strutting her favourite Crocs, hunting for the best spicy chips and deep diving on TikTok.
Areas of Focus: Mental Health, Stress Management, Habit Formation, Strength Training, Weight Loss, Online Coaching
Arianne grew up active and has been in the fitness industry since 2011. During her youth, she did competitive dance with Goh Ballet Academy and played Netball in the BC Winter Games. Arianne also competed in the Bikini category in the Sandra Wickham Fall Classic Bodybuilding Competition. Over the years, she has struggled with her mental health, body image, and her relationship with food. Through years of inner work and healing through different modalities such as therapy, journalling, meditation, and yoga; she is now a strong advocate for self-love and sustainable habits. Arianne has developed a passion for helping people build a healthy relationship with themselves through movement and coaching. Her goal is to empower people to be mentally and physically stronger through an anti-oppressive approach inside and outside of the gym. Outside of the gym, you’ll find Arianne strutting her favourite Crocs, hunting for the best spicy chips and deep diving on TikTok.
Areas of Focus: Mental Health, Stress Management, Habit Formation, Strength Training, Weight Loss, Online Coaching
Jeff Iwanaka -BHK
Jeff Iwanaka has been in the fitness industry since 2001 and over the years has accumulated over 20,000 personal training hours. He has worked with a wide range of clients from the overweight person trying to improve their body composition, the bodybuilder looking to add lean muscle mass, the professional athlete, the celebrity, the senior looking to strengthen their body and move better, to the busy professional who needs a coach to hold them accountable to maximize their results.
Jeff is a registered kinesiologist with BCAK, a certified human movement specialist, a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and certified in Functional Range Conditioning.
Please note if you have kinesiology benefits or have been injured in a car accident, you may qualify for rehabilitation through your insurance.
Jeff Iwanaka has been in the fitness industry since 2001 and over the years has accumulated over 20,000 personal training hours. He has worked with a wide range of clients from the overweight person trying to improve their body composition, the bodybuilder looking to add lean muscle mass, the professional athlete, the celebrity, the senior looking to strengthen their body and move better, to the busy professional who needs a coach to hold them accountable to maximize their results.
Jeff is a registered kinesiologist with BCAK, a certified human movement specialist, a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) and certified in Functional Range Conditioning.
Please note if you have kinesiology benefits or have been injured in a car accident, you may qualify for rehabilitation through your insurance.
David Ewart - Personal Trainer
David Ewart’s commitment to health, fitness, and personal growth has shaped his success in the fitness industry for over 15 years. Driven by a passion for strength training and a genuine desire to help others achieve their goals, David has built a reputation for excellence and continuous learning.
With a focus on optimizing posture, core strength, and movement patterns, David creates tailored programs designed to meet the unique needs of his clients. His expertise shines in working with young athletes and individuals recovering from injuries, where his guidance has consistently delivered impressive results.
David’s enthusiasm, depth of experience, and dedication to lifelong education make him an exceptional strength and conditioning coach, empowering clients of all ages and skill levels to reach their full potential.
David Ewart’s commitment to health, fitness, and personal growth has shaped his success in the fitness industry for over 15 years. Driven by a passion for strength training and a genuine desire to help others achieve their goals, David has built a reputation for excellence and continuous learning.
With a focus on optimizing posture, core strength, and movement patterns, David creates tailored programs designed to meet the unique needs of his clients. His expertise shines in working with young athletes and individuals recovering from injuries, where his guidance has consistently delivered impressive results.
David’s enthusiasm, depth of experience, and dedication to lifelong education make him an exceptional strength and conditioning coach, empowering clients of all ages and skill levels to reach their full potential.