ACTIVATE FitCon Experience - ACTIVATE Academy

Inspiration and Support for the Fitness Professional

THE ACTIVATE FITCON EXPERIENCE

With a distinguished team of supportive industry presenters, the 2023 ACTIVATE FitCon will allow professionals to learn the latest research, re-ignite their passion, network with peers, invest and grow their business and/or themselves. Through live mentorship and a unique environment, fitness and health professionals can also obtain CECs from a multitude of pre-approved organizations. With so many additional moments of connection & support…we are more than your average fitness conference. We are an uplifting experience designed to serve you, so that you can continue to serve others.

ONE IMMERSIVE EVENT
A 1.5 Day Hybrid Experience

SATURDAY APRIL 22nd, 2023 – In-Person & Live-Streamed Online
SUNDAY APRIL 23rd, 2023 – Live Virtual

FITCON

The Inspiration, Encouragement and Strategy You Need to Move Forward

A premiere event with interactive workshops, seminars and master classes in personal training, program design, business development, performance, wellness, mindset, leadership, mind/body, nutrition, movement, assessments, and more.

MEET OUR PRESENTERS

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Find Confidence, Community, Courage, Clarity and Compassion with:

An inspirational keynote presentation that will support your personal and professional growth
An uplifting environment, filled with positive energy and unparalleled heart-centered focus
Mentorship, Mastermind, Movement all in one weekend
Programming that will provide systems, strategies, creativity and resources to help you excel
Traditional education that you know and love, and can put into practice
Access to a variety of live in-person & live virtual sessions, plus bonus on-demand recordings
Over 20+ premier presenters – in-person and online
Curated content to support you and your resilient career
Earn pre-approved CEC’s from canfitpro, CSEP, YMCA & NSCA
A certificate of completion for your annual continuing education reporting
Community connection, networking & belonging

Meet our 2023 FITCON PresenterS

#whyguy Gerry Visca

Inspiring 1 Million WHYs

Gerry Visca is the Why Guy inspiring 1 MILLION WHYs. His most

Adam Jongsma

R.Kin, M.Sc., CSCS, KP Movement Institute Founder/CEO

Adam is a Kinesiologist, Strength Coach, and founder/CEO of the KP Movement

Andre & Mariana Santos

Brazily Fitness Founders

With over 40 years combined in the dance and fitness industry, Andre

Angela Kontgen

Angela is a coach and creator who took a deep dive into

Chris Fudge

Chris Fudge is a results-based personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, educator, and

Connie Beaulieu

B.Soc.Sc, CSCS, CPT, ACTIVATE Founder

Connie Beaulieu, B.Soc.Sc, CSCS, CPT is an authentic & accomplished Personal Trainer,

Dan Jones

BPHE, FRCms, FMS Level 1, AB Level 1 Strength & Mobility Coach, Human 2.0

Dan is a graduate of Sport and Physical Education from Laurentian University.

Dr Andrea Proulx

Women who exercise can change the world because they feel confident and

Dr Kwadwo Kyerementeng

Dr. Jennifer Vriend

Dr. Vriend is a Clinical Psychologist, who has worked in various hospitals,

Dr. Marc Bubbs

ND, MSc, CSCS, CISSN

Dr. Marc Bubbs is the Performance Nutrition lead for the Pittsburgh Penguins

Eric Wong Kai Pun

Goodlife Fitness Director of Personal Training, B.Sc. Life Sciences, B.P.H.E.

As a thought leader and educator in the fitness industry since the

Helen Vanderburg

Founder and co-owner of The ACADEMY fitness, yoga, spin studio, and author

Jayde Kabeya

Jayde is The National Lead Education Specialist/ Group Fitness Manager at the

JC Santana

Fitness maverick, founder of the Institute of Human Performance (IHP) , dynamic

Kia Williams

MBA, MS

Kia Williams, MBA, MS, RYT 200, is a global presenter, program specialist,

Lisa Greenbaum

E-RYT 500, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist

Lisa Greenbaum E-RYT 500, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist and Author has a strong

Marc Lebert

Lebert Fitness CFO

Marc Lebert is the CFO (Chief Fitness Officer) of Lebert Fitness a

Mat Boulé

D.O. – Posturologist (CIES)

Mathieu Boulé is an osteopath (COQM – 2009, AOM – 2022) and

Michelle Leachman

MS, ACE Professional Education Manager, Chief Educational Officer Morla Moves, Adjunct Faculty MSU D

Michelle Leachman, is an experienced visionary and educator in the health &

Sara-Clare Lajeunesse

Director of Agatsu Mobility & Movement Courses

Sara-Clare has over 20 years in the fitness industry and has taught

Sarah Zahab

B.Sc., R.Kin, CSEP-CEP

Sarah Zahab is a Registered Kinesiologist, Clinical Exercise Physiologist, and group fitness

SGT Ken®

Ken Weichert (aka SGT Ken®) is an award-winning international speaker, six-time US

Siobhan “Bonnie” Patterson

CEO/ Founder Mind Embody Co, CPT, CNC,CHC,BCE

Siobhan Bonnie Patterson is the CEO/ Founder of Mind Embody – a

Steve Feinberg

International presenter/educator, Speedball Fitness and HIPBOX creator

With over 25 years of wellness industry experience, Steve is a creator

Tasha Edwards

M.S., NBC-HWC, NCPT

Tasha, a native of Chicago, began her fitness career selling memberships at

2023 SCHEDULE & SESSION DESCRIPTIONS

ACTIVATE Marketplace Expo

Products & Services to Support You

Marketplace Expo

A place to shop & network

The ACTIVATE Marketplace Expo will be held on Saturday, April 22nd from 8:30am-4:00pm in the atrium of Centre Excentricité. Shop vendors, learn about opportunities and services that can help you on your journey. Network with fellow industry peers and professionals. Soak in the uplifting energy.

OUR Sponsors & Exhibitors

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$229 CAD Early Bird

In-Person, Live-Streamed & Virtual - $249 after April 7th

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IN-PERSON Location
Collège La Cité Athletic Facility and Excentricité
801 Aviation Parkway, Building H, Ottawa, ON