Pushing Ourselves to Ensure Your Success

 

Our team of professionals shares a deep passion for fitness and the success of our community.

Louis-Pierre
Lauzon

Pascal
Maffei-Drouin

William
Barrette

Mattyas
Huggard

Mathieu
Diaz

Théo Verlaan

Félix Lefebvre

Louis-Pierre Lauzon

Founder and President

  • Training album: Alive 2007 by Daft Punk
“In founding the Club, I wanted to create a healthy, safe and respectful environment where members can surpass themselves by achieving goals they never thought possible. Beyond this success, I’m proud of the community that has developed at the gym and the friendships that have been born!”

Co-founder of the Club in 2012, Louis-Pierre started out as a full-time coach. In addition to managing administration and marketing, he ensures that the Club’s healthy culture is maintained. He also plays an active role in the world of federated sport, notably as coordinator of the National Track and Field Centre in Montreal for Athletics Canada. Sport is definitely an integral part of his life and daily routine!

Certifications

  • CF Level 2 Trainer
  • CF Olympic Weightlifting Level 1
  • PNCE Comp.-Int.

Pascal Maffei-Drouin

Co-owner and head coach
  • Training song : Can’t Stop, by The Red Hot Chili Peppers
“Having been in the training world for over 15 years now, I specialize in teaching group classes in functional training (otherwise known as CrossFit)! I’m always happy to have a chat in between workouts!”

Pascal’s career path led him to become co-owner of the Club in 2020, and thus to discover the other behind-the-scenes facets of a training center. With a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology, Pascal brings a touch of expertise to the workouts, not only to get you moving in the best possible way, but also to educate you on everything related to the world of training and healthy living.

Pascal is responsible for group courses, training planning, as well as private and semi-private training, while wearing a manager’s hat.

Certifications

  • B.Sc. Kinesiology
  • Formation aerobic capacity
  • Rehab-U level 1
  • Myofascial Release Certification
  • Muscle Activation Certification
  • Strength Training Certification

William Barrette

Coach
  • Training song: Chin Check, by N.W.A.
“The machines! These will be the first words you hear when you arrive on Saturday mornings! A big fan of powerlifting and coffee, I love getting to know the athletes who attend my classes. So don’t hesitate to come and chat to me between sets!”

Dynamic, caring and knowledgeable, William’s mission is to help members experience the best hour of their day. He began his career as a functional training coach 6 years ago in California, the birthplace of sport. Since then, studies in physical activity intervention and numerous certifications have forged his experience. He is currently in the final stages of training to become a massage therapist and would like to specialize in physiotherapy.

Certifications

  • CF-L2
  • Westside Barbell Conjugate Method
  • Massage therapy

Mattyas Huggard

Coach
  • Training song : Genesis, by Justice
“As an athlete myself who participates in various cross-training competitions, being a coach allows me to share my experience and tips with members so that they can achieve their goals. Whether it’s to improve their gymnastic technique, improve as an athlete, or simply get moving for a better quality of life… And all in a safe, inclusive and fun atmosphere!”

The all-round aspect of functional training – part cardiovascular work, part Olympic weight lifting, part gymnastics – attracted Mattyas to the sport in 2012, when he was living a rather sedentary life as a PhD student. Having previously completed a B.Sc. in Biology-Psychology and pursued three years of osteopathic studies, he understands the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle by staying active. As a university professor, Mattyas brings a pedagogical touch to his coaching style.

Certifications

  • B.Sc. Biology-Psychology
  • BA Linguistics
  • PhD Linguistics
  • 2024 Quarterfinals Crossfit Open
  • 2023, 2022, 2021 Provincial Championships, FQEFS
  • 2017 Maritime Mayhem, Charlottetown IPE

Mathieu Diaz

Coach
  • Training song: Life, by Hamza
A former professional handball player in France, Mathieu holds a degree in physical conditioning. Originally, CrossFit was a training method for him, rather than his main sport. Today, he’s proud to teach it at the Club and has fully embraced it as key part of his life.

Certifications

  • STAPS (Science technique des activités physiques et sportives), France
  • Formation 3PS (Préparateur Physique et Performance sportive)

Théo Verlaan

Coach
  • Training song : Good Love - Original Mix de Peter Rauhofer
“At a time when my relationship with sport was rather difficult, the Club enabled me to rediscover this passion. For me, the Club is much more than a place where you can challenge yourself physically. It’s a community of exceptional individuals who support each other and celebrate small and big achievements together, like the pride you feel after your first push-up or muscle-up!”

With over ten years’ experience in competitive swimming and six years in functional training, Théo aspires to share his passion for the sport with everyone he has the chance to meet. He’s keen to show that the Club is an inclusive space, where everyone, whatever their level or physical condition, can flourish. But above all, it’s essential for him that everything is done in a spirit of fun, because otherwise, what’s the point?

Certifications

  • B.Sc. Psychology
  • Master's degree in intervention and organizational change

Félix Lefebvre

Coach
  • Training song : Enter Sandman - Metallica
“A competitive athlete and fun sportsman since birth, I have been hooked on coaching in recent years. I am completing my studies in Kinesiology this year and aiming for the higher cycle next year. Functional training is a discovery for me and a new door to new learning in order to get me out of my comfort zone. I can’t wait to encourage you and push you to improve.”

Certifications

  • Bachelor's student in Kinesiology
  • PNCE Baseball Canada - Development Competition

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