CEO, Founder, Senior’s Fitness Expert, Certified Personal Trainer

Meg grew up in the Ottawa area and started working with seniors at the early age of 12 when she began volunteering at a long-term care facility.

She founded AIM Fitness – Activities In Motion in September 2013.

Meg has 15+ years of experience working as a CanFitPro Certified Personal Trainer, Older Adult Specialized Land Instructor and Aqua Fitness Instructor with WaterArt Fitness International.

Meg loves to cook new recipes, go for nature walks with her dog Finley, speak to senior’s groups about her love of fitness, and enjoys Oat Milk Chai Lattes.

Exciting News: You can exercise with Meg daily on Roger’s TV! Meg is the host and Fitness Instructor from Fit Over 50 with Meg, on Roger’s TV. Her 30 minute exercise segments focus on strength, balance, and flexibility! Learn more here!

Certified Personal Trainer

Andrew has been working in the fitness industry for over 25 years. He loves participating in sports and fitness activities and enjoys helping people reach their fitness goals.

He practices what he preaches and motivates individuals to make exercise enjoyable as well as a lifelong passion.

He has worked with people of all ages and abilities and he has gained valuable experience in working with older adults.

Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor

Loree is originally from Winnipeg. Yes, THAT ‘Winterpeg’ where it’s cold and snowy for 9 months of the year! Fall is Loree’s favorite season and happily, the fall foliage of Ottawa and Gatineau is a stunning feast for the eyes and luckily, can be enjoyed for at least 2 to 3 months!

Loree has always been active but really began to focus on solo exercising as a young adult working out to Betamax tapes featuring industry standouts such as Jane Fonda, Kathy Smith, Denise Austin, Cher, Cathe Friedrich and Charlene Prickett! Those were the good old days and each of those fit and fabulous ladies, had the right idea!

Nowadays Loree is still working out, primarily teaching group fitness classes to City of Ottawa rec participants aged 18 to 99. She especially enjoys conducting safe and effective classes for older adults, because as the saying goes ‘move it, or lose it’ is really true! As we age we must continue to move our bodies in order to enhance our quality of life and be well enough to continue our activities of daily living. A sedentary lifestyle can lead to various health conditions and exercise is a proven tool to help us stay healthy and free of disease. Stay in motion with AIM and stay well!

Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor

Michelle grew up in a small town but has loved calling Ottawa home for the past 25 years. She is a mother of three boys and looks forward to being an active grandma someday. She enjoys cats, coffee, and spending time in nature.

Michelle has always been passionate about health and fitness, whether competing in gymnastics, swimming, hiking, biking, or running distances from 5k to marathons. Over the past 20 years, she has worked in the health and fitness industry as a running coach, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and nutrition and wellness coach, helping clients of all ages and abilities achieve their goals.

In her current role with AIM Fitness, Michelle coordinates client services, onboarding, registration, communication, promotions, tracking and data, as well as other administrative tasks. Her experience as a trainer gives her a unique understanding of client needs, and she enjoys ensuring that every member’s experience with the program is smooth, welcoming, and enjoyable, from their first interaction to ongoing participation.

Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor

Rita has been working as a personal trainer since 2017 and dedicates herself to helping older adults live healthier, feel stronger, and continue independent lives.

Rita believes that age is not a barrier to fitness, but we have to adapt our routines as the years go on. Fine wine only gets better with age, and so can you! Having worked in the pharma industry for many years: Rita saw how companies prioritize business over health, especially when conditions can be prevented through a wholesome living.

Besides traditional exercise, she loves the outdoors and stays active through sports like jogging, biking, hiking, skiing, skating, and orienteering. She likes to travel, experience different cultures, and discover new cuisines for a diversified and balanced diet. (Though she admits she does a few extra squats to pay for the pastries.)

Welcoming clients of all ages and abilities, she is committed to building a personalized plan, working at your own pace, and achieving whatever milestones you set together. Her motto: “Motion is Lotion.

Group Fitness, Aqua Fitness, Pilates, and Yoga Instructor.

Originally from Cairo, Egypt, Dina began her career in engineering before moving to Ottawa with her husband over 30 years ago. While raising their two sons, she followed her passion for fitness and transitioned from the high-tech industry to become a fitness instructor with the City of Ottawa.

Over the past 20 years, Dina has earned several certifications and taught a variety of classes including Zumba, cardio, aqua fitness, Pilates, and yoga. Raised by her grandmother, she developed a special appreciation for older adults and now enjoys helping seniors stay independent, strong, and healthy through movement.

She is happy to be part of the AIM Fitness team and contribute to the positive impact AIM brings to the community.