Each trainer on the Endorphin Junkies team brings their diverse collection of experiences, technical training, and passion for physical fitness to their careers. Professionally trained and carrying industry certification, every EJ trainer strives to provide clients with the right tools to excel. Whether it's a 6:00 am session on a wet, dark Vancouver morning or an evening group run up the Grouse Grind in the summer, each trainer on our team is excited to work with clients on achieving all of their fitness goals. 
| rob tubajon 604.341.6700 Rob is a trainer with an unbridled amount of passion and commitment. Constantly active in athletics from K to 12, Rob stepped into the fitness industry taking various fitness courses for his own interest. It was here that Rob decided to make fitness the focal point of his life and share his positive addiction with others. He went on to the University of British Columbia where he graduated in 2000 with a Bachelors Degree in Human Kinetics. Shortly afterwards, he became a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association. With experience in training a wide variety of individuals at different ages and different fitness levels, Rob prides himself on being able to adapt his training to whatever each client needs. | 
| pieter van der linde 604.781.3736 Pieter’s leadership qualities are the foundation of his personal training abilities. He studied at the Institute of Fitness Professionals in South Africa, and received specific accreditation in biomechanics, nutrition, injuries, exercise science, anatomy and exercise physiology. He’s been a personal trainer since 1996, and moved to Canada in June 1999 where he’s pursued personal training as well as his own pursuits in bodybuilding and power lifting. For him, the rewards are the changes he can affect for his clients, the confidence he can bring to their lives, and the opportunity to interact with people from all walks of life. | 
| junior mulingtapang 604.828.7976 Junior Mulingtapang has the distinction of being the very first employee of Endorphin Junkies. Junior has been in the personal training and fitness industry since 1996 and has helped numerous clients hit new heights in their personal fitness. He is certified by the American Council on Exercise. He's been an athlete since he can remember, with football as his particular area of expertise, and has numerous awards and personal achievements to his credit. | 
| mark (Sparky) wickstead 604-315-5782 Sparky joined the South Fraser Track and Field Club shortly after watching the film, "Chariots of Fire" when he was 11 years old. In 2002, he was the fourth place finisher in the Vancouver International Marathon. That same year, he began working out with the Endorphin Junkies. He found the training so interesting and fun that he went on to become a BCRPA certified trainer. Sparky has used his vast experience and training expertise to co-design and coach the EJ RUN program. He is an Adidas-sponsored athlete, a member of the Lions Gate Road Runners and an Endorphin Junkie!
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| erin tetarenko 778-989-8362 Erin joined the Endorphin Junkies Team early in 2008 as a Personal Trainer and has since discovered her passion for health promotion. Erin graduated with a BSc in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria in 2007, where she also completed courses in Yoga and Nutrition. She has worked alongside physiotherapists as an Exercise Therapist and also as a Kinetics Research Assistant in advanced sport testing. Erin has always made health and fitness a priority in her life and having played a variety of sports in her childhood, she focused most of her athletic training towards achievements in soccer. She has represented Team BC, University College of the Cariboo, and Kamloops Rep Soccer in National Championships across Canada. She is always up for a challenge in the form of outdoor adventure activities such as sky diving, bungee jumping, rock climbing, snowboarding and wakeboarding. Erin’s mission is to live each day with passion, respect, integrity, growth, and a sense of humour so that she may inspire others to live life to their full potential. | 
| alastair gray (ally) 604-339-3602 Allistair comes to us from Scotland, where he spent most of his life playing or watching football (soccer). It didn’t take long to turn his love for football into a career, and Allistair started playing professionally for a number of clubs throughout the UK. After becoming a Qualified Personal Trainer, Ally continued to become certified in a variety of health and fitness disciplines, including: Nutrition and Weight Management, Lifestyle Review and Assessment, and Advanced Group Spinning. He also completed a National Vocational Qualification in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise before moving to Vancouver in 2007. Personal training continues to be a rewarding career for Ally, “There is nothing more rewarding than seeing clients enjoy their workouts and reach their goals.” As the newest member of the Endorphin Junkies family, Ally is excited about building new relationships while continuing to grow in the field of health and fitness.
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| kimberley payne 604-837-0767 Kimberley has an extensive background in management, personal training, education, and coaching. She has achieved great success in many facets of the health and fitness industry and her belief in the development of the body, mind, and spirit has served as the foundation for her creativity resulting in achievements in fitness including bodybuilding as a national and provincial competitor; artistic achievements as a writer, director, and performer; and community contributions as an educator, coach, mentor, and leader. After completing 3 years of Pre Med at UBC and managing the UBC BirdCoop Fitness Facility, Kimberley found herself torn between eastern and western healthcare philosophies. She now draws upon a variety of disciplines to bridge the gap between these ideologies. Kimberley is currently working with Pieter van der Linde in the development of an evolved integrated body, mind, and spirit approach to human kinetics and performance.
|  | sean tobin 778-838-7326 Sean is a celebrated athlete and academic whose approach to personal training is built on a solid foundation of post-secondary education and a commitment to athletic achievement. As a Canada Cup Bronze Medal winner, a Provincial All-Star MVP, and a 3 season Varsity Athlete for UBC, Sean’s football achievements have been numerous. Additionally, Sean is an all-star rugby player and has an Honors Standing in Sports Science from Douglas College. Upon graduating from UBC in 2006 with a Bachelors Degree in Human Kinetics, Sean quickly established himself as a personal trainer, a group fitness instructor, and an active rehabilitation specialist. He contributes to the community as a dog sponsor and volunteer for the SPCA and has a personal commitment to health, fitness, and education that makes him a strong role model and inspiration to clients, peers, family, and friends. We are excited to be welcoming Sean Tobin to Endorphin Junkies Personal Training Ltd.
| | | Nicola Scott 604-568-5548 Nicola joins the Endorphin Junkies team as Executive Administrative Assistant, Customer Service Officer, and Assistant HR Officer. Having taken part in a variety of sports throughout her childhood, she spent most of her time in the pool training with the swimming team. She represented her hometown of Perth in the Scottish National Swimming Championships for 4 consecutive years. In 2002, Nicola was accepted into the Sports Studies program at the University of Stirling; Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence. After 3 years of studies, she was selected to attend Washington State University as an exchange student. Nicola graduated in 2006 with a First Class Honors Degree in Sports Studies. She has worked as an administrator in the fitness industry since 2003 and became a certified Personal Trainer in 2007 prior to moving to Vancouver. Nicola is certified in Diet, Nutrition and Weight Management. She has also completed a National Vocational Qualification in Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise. The Endorphin Junkies are excited and privileged to have Nicola as the latest addition to the team.
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