Donny Watson
Vancouver ,BC
Summary
Working as a coach in the fitness industry for over 10 years, I am obsessed with movement and love helping people reach their goals and become the best version of themselves. I believe in leading by example. I aim to be someone who inspires and motivates with simply, presence. Everyone around me gets better.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructor
Barry's
Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2025 - Current
- Teach "The Best Workout in the World," guiding clients through high-intensity, full-body workouts.
- Foster a positive and motivating atmosphere to push clients toward their fitness goals.
- Adapt exercises for various fitness levels to ensure safety and maximum effectiveness.
Personal Trainer
Equinox
Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2024 - Current
- Explained and taught proper use of weights, exercise bands and other fitness equipment.
- Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
- Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
Group Coach
Altea W6
Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2024 - Current
- Lead group fitness classes focusing on strength, flexibility, and endurance.
- Motivate participants to meet personal fitness goals through structured and dynamic workouts.
- Tailor classes to accommodate all fitness levels while keeping engagement high.
Health and Wellness Director
The Abaco Club
Abaco, The Bahamas
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed and developed health and wellness programs focused on physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
- Created personalized wellness plans and offered holistic approaches to members' fitness journeys.
- Led wellness workshops, retreats, and activities to promote balanced, healthy lifestyles.
Education
Fitness and Health Promotions -
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Canada06.2014
Skills
- Strength training
- Mindfulness
- Self-awareness
- Confidence building
- Sports specific training
- Nutrition assessment and planning
- Fitness assessments
- Athlete
Certification
- YTT 200hr
- Darby Training Systems Level 1
- Darby Training Systems Hypertrophy
- Darby Training Systems Lean Body Coach
- Darby Training Systems Low Back Specialist with Dr. Stu Mcgill
- Darby Training Systems Power Club Training
- Optimize Physiotherapy Academy Level 1
- Can-Fit Personal Training Specialist
- Can-fit Group Fitness Specialist
- Can-Fit Active Aging Specialist
- Can-Fit Stress Resiliency Coach
- Precision Nutrition Level 1
- Animal Flow Level 1
- Certified Tiny Habits Coach with BJ Fogg PHD Stanford
Other Interests
- GETTING SUN
- Pickleball
- Boxing
- Olympic Lifting
- Sprinting
- Golf
- The Ocean
- Travel
- Sobriety and Alcohol Coaching
Timeline
Instructor
Barry's
01.2025 - Current
Personal Trainer
Equinox
01.2024 - Current
Group Coach
Altea W6
01.2024 - Current
Health and Wellness Director
The Abaco Club
11.2020 - 01.2023
Fitness and Health Promotions -
Algonquin College
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