Gymnase, is a training center offering group classes of various intensities, private sessions, along with sports care delivered by health professionals (kynesiologists, massage therapists, osteopaths).
The classes are offered by teachers in various specializations (Pilates, HIIT, calisthenics, boxe, Animal Flow). All, however, champion the theories and aims of functional training : training the body in all its functions - cardiovascular endurance, strength, flexibility, power, coordination, agility, balance.
Here, everyone takes care of everyone else’s well-being.
Training means being able to move easily for a long time.
Training is not a way of life, it's as normal as lunch.
Lunch is not a way of life.
We are welcomed at the gymnasium at the beginning of the year.
It’s a space for big meetings and games.
Gymnase, is a stop during your day, a familiar place.
We also train to enjoy the rest of our life.
OUR STAFF
Maude Smith Gagnon
Founder and owner of Gymnase, has been offering classes of various intensities for 17 years, focusing on the precision of Pilates, the fluidity of Animal Flow and the intensity of HIIT. Her various trainings allowed her to acquire an in-depth knowledge of the body and posture. She specializes in clients with a particular physical condition (injuries, back pain, people with arthritis or tendonitis, etc.).
Nicki thompson
Nicki is a personal trainer turned health coach and movement generalist with 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. Nicki prioritizes mobility, good form, and connecting with the breath in her classes and brings elements from the different movement and fitness modalities she’s practiced over the years like yoga, dance, calisthenics, Animal Flow, and Parkour.
Pierre raunier
has been a sports trainer for three years. He is entering his second year of studies in kinesiology at the Université de Montréal. His diverse background - basketball, track and field, English boxing, MMA - has given him a deep understanding of the specific needs and challenges of each discipline. His passion for psychology and understanding individuals constantly drives him to seek out the best teaching methods, adapting to each individual's profile.
Emilie gilbert
An actress by training, Émilie has always been passionate about body and movement. She discovered Pilates in 2005, fell in love with it, and earned her certification in 2008 at Ann McMillan Pilates. Since then, she has been giving classes all over the island of Montreal, while continuing her career as an interpreter. Her dynamism is contagious, and the diverse techniques she uses are designed to evoke joy.
Sarah Hamelin Corbeil
Sarah Hamelin Corbeil has been collecting workout certifications and completing training programs since 2008 (major in kinesiology, CrossFit level 1, postural restoration training and many professional workshops). She's passionate about the human body in movement and everything related to health. She teaches many types of classes, preferring to help people have fun and let it all out with high-intensity workouts like Cross Training and Cardio Kickbox.
Andres romeo
specializes in calisthenics, weightlifting and functional training. He has participated in numerous Calisthenics Games and Spartan races. He is interested in humans in a caring and inclusive way: in particular, he has been trained to teach children and young adults on the spectrum. In his classes, he fosters bonding and community spirit. One of the classes he offers at the Gymnase focuses specifically on Handstand. Whatever your level, you're all welcome. Andres will suggest different progressions to help you tame the sensation of handstand.
Kelly liao
Through his experiences in several sporting disciplines, Kelly quickly developed an interest in the world of physical training, both in terms of performance and general well-being. With a bachelor's degree in STAPS, he is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in kinesiology to further his knowledge and experience in the field of physical activity. As a martial arts enthusiast (boxing, kick-boxing, wrestling, judo, etc.), he is convinced that physical and sports activities are a school of life marked by the acquisition of values essential to personal development. He will guide you with kindness and respect to help you achieve your goals.
floriane ho quang
is driven by two passions: people and movement.
Throughout her studies in neurophysiology and cognitive science, she played and coached volleyball. She then pursued a career in human-centered design (Ubisoft, Budge Studios, Tobo Studio, Moment Factory, Turbulent). At the same time, she completed training in yoga (500h at Naada), birth coaching (La Source en soi) and perinatal training (Bougeotte&Placotine). She is currently in her final year of osteopathy (IEOQ) and is completing a series of training courses devoted to running (Clinique du coureur).
Floriane offers flows and workouts that are both effective and fun, combining modern knowledge of biomechanics, physiology and cognitive sciences with the holistic vision of yoga and osteopathy. Her sessions focus on functional movements that are transferable outside the studio. She is keen to share a practice that resonates with the challenges of modern life, and that cares for both body and mind.
She conceives her sessions like her design projects: with you and your needs at the heart of everything. Don't hesitate to come and chat with her; she loves to receive suggestions and adapt her flows and exercises to your specific needs and injuries.
