I grew up on a farm (outside of a town of less than 70 people 
), where I am now grateful that my parents taught me the value of hard work. From a young age, I was always fortunate enough to be very involved with all sorts of sports (basketball being my fav) and even was a dancer for 8 years (yeah that’s right…ballet, tap, lyrical, jazz – the whole bit). After I graduated high school I came to Saskatoon and got a Degree in Commerce. In the years after, I jumped from job to job in Sales & Marketing without finding anything I really liked. But that is no longer the case. Being with Synergy, I can now truly say that I LOVE my job and I look forward to it every day!
Like most people, I came to Synergy for something different and to lose weight. I had known Chad for years before he opened the gym, so I decided to get my ass into gear and joined in Dec 2008. I would say my first 1.5 years were less than focused, but I had certainly found my new favourite sport and a new passion in life. Then one day Chad asked me if I would ever have an interest in coaching – a life changing moment. I soon started on my trainer development to becoming a Coach and luckily enough in 2011 became a full-time member of the Coaching and Management team. I couldn’t be happier. That same year is when I really became focused and consistent in my training and lifestyle habits – with the support of the team at Synergy I have achieved things I never thought possible (see my weightloss testimonial for more info). I love being a coach and a part of this amazing community to see and help others do the same.
I have always been searching for a career that is part of who I am – not just a job. I have found that here. I get to learn something new almost every day. I am never bored and always happy. I am constantly improving and seeing results, and helping others to achieve their goals. And I get to share amazing moments with so many amazing people. Thanks Chad and Ian for changing my life.
-Val
