MEET THE TEAM

SARA MAVEETY

Co-Owner & Operations Manager - Certified with CPR, AED & First Aid

Sara has over a decade of experience in the fitness industry. With certifications in CPR, AED, and First Aid, Sara brings a safety-oriented approach to the fitness world.


Sara has cultivated a diverse professional background in operations, management, customer service, retail, and interior design. Her multifaceted expertise ensures that UFIT Kingston operates seamlessly, providing top-notch services to its clients and building external business relationships in areas of health and wellness.


Sara's unwavering commitment to the community shines through her work at UFIT. She champions the idea that every staff member should know every client by name and something personal about them. She embodies the heart and soul of the UFIT Family, continuously striving to give back to the community through charity events, supporting client businesses, and attending athletes' games.

JOSH MAVEETY

Co-Owner, Head Trainer, BA, ISSA Specialist in Strength & Conditioning, OFC Platinum -Personal Training/Group Fit, DTS Hypertrophy, Certified Movement & Mobility Specialist, Radial Shockwave Therapy, CPR, AED & First Aid

​Josh is a graduate of Bishop’s University in Lennoxville, Quebec where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies with a double minor in Psychology & History (2011). He played on the football team for four seasons, winning Rookie of the Year (2007) and Special Teams Player of the Year (2010). Josh also holds a diploma from St. Lawrence College’s Fitness & Health Promotions Program (2016) where he played on the soccer team for a season.


Josh has 10 years of experience as a personal trainer and an extensive background in strength, conditioning, speed, endurance and agility training as a former varsity athlete and from his stint as a Kicker/Punter for the CFL Hamilton Tiger Cats (2011). His approach to training relies heavily on the fundamentals of functional training to increase athletic ability and prevent injury. Josh believes in a holistic approach to fitness, building programs that incorporate mobility, strength, hypertrophy and conditioning with an emphasis on proper form. As head trainer for the UFIT Kingston Athletics program, Josh likes to focus on developing young athletes to prepare them for future opportunities. He also trains numerous professional, semi-professional and varsity/collegiate level athletes in the off-season to get bigger, faster and stronger. 


In addition to his work as a personal trainer and owner at UFIT, Josh has served as Kicking/Punting Coach for the Carleton Ravens, Queen's Golden Gaels, Holy Cross Secondary School and soccer coach for Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School.

Jules Fournier

Co-Owner, CPR, AED & First Aid

Jules is the ‘Girl Behind The Scenes' at UFIT, working on partnerships, client experience, marketing and communications. She is known for her boundless energy, go-getter personality, and ability to talk to absolutely anyone.


Jules has worked in the death care profession for 12 years. She was the CEO of FrontRunner Professional and sold the company along with her partners in 2018 to shift to a blended larger company. She is now the Director of Customer Success with Tribute Technology. She also owns a property management business and an online clothing store, Chic Closet Co. with her two best friends.


Jules loves being active and you'll often find her in the wee morning hours spending time at the gym, or in the evenings playing soccer or hockey.

ANGUS MCRAE

Registered Kinesiologist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach, B.Sc Kinesiology (Honours), Radial Shockwave Therapy, Soft Tissue Release, CPR and First Aid, AED

Angus is a 2021 graduate of McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario where he received his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with Honours and minor in Psychology. During his time at McMaster, Angus was a member of both the Novice and Varsity Rowing teams and gained valuable experience as a Student Field Therapist.


As Head Kinesiologist and Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at UFIT, Angus works with a wide variety of clientele and health conditions. From injury rehabilitation to sport performance, Angus understands the importance of using a client-centrered approach and comprehensive assessment to best serve each and every individual.


“There is no such thing as one size fits all. Each client has their own unique health history, anatomical considerations, goals and motivations. It is my goal to best understand those factors to help produce the most optimal outcomes for each client.”


Continuously learning and expanding his skillset to best serve his clients, Angus is currently enrolled in the Massage Therapy program at Trillium College in Kingston, Ontario.


In his free time, Angus enjoys reading, practicing jiujitsu, and hanging out with his Springer Spaniel, Kya. 

TYLER FILSON

OFC Personal Trainer, Group Fit, CPR, AED & First Aid

Tyler is a 2018 graduate of St. Lawrence College Fitness and Health Promotions Program and carries OFC Certification in Personal Training, Group Fit Instructor status and Spin Certification , Tyler also studied Social Science at McMaster University where his love of football saw him on the team for the 2014 season. Tyler is a grad of Frontenac Secondary and a sports enthusiast has played on many Kingston sports teams including soccer, rugby ,basketball and Football. His involvement in sports and training for athletics helped him develop a passion for fitness and health and as a result provided a desire to guide and encourage others to go after their own fitness goals- Tyler loves to work with his clients developing healthy exercise/fitness routines that will benefit their physical and mental health.

Emily Arnold

BHSc (Hons) Kinesiology, CSEP Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Kinesiologist, DTS Level 1, Soft Tissue Release, Myofascial Cupping Therapy, Radial Shockwave Therapy, CPR, AED & First Aid

Emily is a personal trainer recognized through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology and is a registered Kinesiologist in Ontario. She is a graduate of Ontario Tech University where she completed her bachelor's degree in kinesiology and exercise science in 2019.

Emily has experience working with a variety of populations from athletes, to older adults, and specializes in working with prenatal and postpartum women. Her approach to training begins with building a solid foundation by establishing proper alignment, breathing and movement patterns. Emily creates individualized programs tailored to each client’s individual needs and appropriate progression to build strength and reach their goals. Through movement and conversation, she strives to empower and guide her clients to love exercise, feel strong in their bodies through all stages of life, and become the best version of themselves. When not at the gym, Emily loves live music and spending time with her friends and family at the farm or by the lake.


“My goal is to bridge the gap between pelvic floor/ core rehab, and returning to fitness. Women are strong and deserve to feel strong no matter what season of life they're in. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or post abdominal surgery, you are not fragile. I want to help you regain your strength and confidence one empowering step at a time.”

CINDY JONES

Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Fascial Stretch Therapist, CPR, AED & First Aid

Cindy has over 12 years of experience as a personal trainer and is a Certified Fascial Stretch Therapist. Cindy specializes in training a 55+ demographic / client and believes staying fit is important at all ages and strength training is shown to reverse signs of muscle atrophy. She has completed several half marathons, Warrior Dashes & Camp Spartan races. Cindy is a mom of 2 daughters, active in the Kingston community, an assistant soccer coach for U4-U6 kids, an animal activist and a lover of all outdoor activities.

Collin Grudzien 

BHSc Kinesiology (Honours), FHP Diploma, Certified First Responder, First Aid & AED 

Collin is a graduate of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology, where he received his BHSc of Kinesiology (Dean's List), Durham College, Fitness & Health Promotions Program and is presently enrolled at Queen's University in the BHSc Health Sciences program. Collin is dedicated to education; always striving to learn and improve in all regards as a trainer and professional. Collin ensures his programs are well tailored to the client's unique needs and feels there is nothing more rewarding than watching his clients reach and exceed their goals. In his free time, Collin can be seen on the Football field at his home school, Bayridge Secondary where he volunteers his time and skill as the Senior Football Team Performance Coach.

 

"I believe fitness is a space for developing self-esteem, and discipline and for promoting positive change. For me, being involved in fitness has been tremendously beneficial for both my mental and physical health, and I love being in a position where I’m able to share those benefits with others. I’m committed to being a lifelong learner, and coaching provides me with a way of sharing my knowledge & experience with others in a capacity where I’m able to help them improve their health. Ensuring the training is well tailored to the individual can be uniquely challenging, but as a coach, there is no feeling more rewarding than seeing your clients & athletes reaching their goals."

DORIAN OVERLAND

Performance Specialist, Certified Personal Trainer - NASM, B.Sc Kin Fitness Development

Dorian AKA Coach Ov, hails from Amherstview, Ontario. Dorian’s athletic journey began with hockey, he played Juniors for the Kingston Voyageurs until the age of 21. He then pursued his passion for hockey and fitness at SUNY Cortland College in New York, where he simultaneously studied Fitness Development and competed on the hockey team. Dorian earned his bachelor's degree in 2023 with a major in Fitness Development and a Minor in Exercise Science / Kinesiology.


Dorian enjoys various hobbies, including working out, hiking wildlife trails, kayaking, camping, and exploring nature while travelling to new places. Outside of the gym and outdoor activities, he enjoys playing video games here and there. 


For Dorian, fitness is more than just lifting weights; it’s developing good habits to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle as you age. We all have one shot at this thing called “life” and you will get out what you put in. If you don’t do the work, you aren’t going to see results. That goes for how hard you are working in the gym and more importantly, outside the gym. Life in general is an obstacle course and if you work hard, good things will come as a result! 


Your biggest opponent is who you see in the mirror everyday. We all get one body and need to treat it with the utmost respect to live a long and happy life!

LIAM MACPHERSON

BHSc Kinesiology (Honours), NSCA Certified Personal Trainer

Liam developed a passion for fitness, health, and athletics growing up in Kingston, where he played hockey, football, and lacrosse. This passion led him to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from Queen’s University.


While at Queen’s, he was an active member of the varsity Strength and Conditioning internship as a student strength coach and worked as a personal trainer for the varsity club teams. These experiences fueled his dedication to helping others achieve their goals through personal training.


Liam is committed to providing evidence-based exercise programming tailored to each individual’s goals and needs. His approach ensures that the program is centered around what each individual wants to achieve and focuses on building the foundation required for long-term success. Whether you’re new to personal training, looking to improve athletic performance, build muscle, get stronger, or improve general fitness, he will make sure your program and training sessions are tailored to you.


Outside of work, Liam enjoys exercising, golfing, fishing, hanging out with friends, and watching sports and movies.

DR. MIKE WATSON, CHIROPRACTOR

BA Kinesiology (Honours), Doctor of Chiropractic

Dr. Watson graduated from Western University with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology (Honors) and obtained his Doctorate in Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College.


Dr. Watson has 10+ years of experience working in the Kingston community, helping people overcome injuries, aches and pains to keep them active and doing the activities they love. His passion is rehabilitation. He is an avid golfer with an athletic background in hockey and lacrosse; he works to restore full function in athletes and hobbyists alike.


When not at work, you can find Dr. Watson hanging out with his two boys, at the golf course or on the Lacrosse Field at Queen’s, where he has been the Volunteer Head Coach for the Queen’s women’s Lacrosse Team since 2015.



MEG MAVEETY

Marketing & Brand - BA, MMKG, Yoga Alliance Certified RYT-250, CPR, AED & First Aid

Meg is a creative marketer and strategic brand leader with 10+ years of experience in Retail and CPG. Meg has her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Postgraduate degree in Strategic Relationship Marketing from George Brown College at Toronto Metropolitan University.


Meg is very passionate about brand-building, storytelling and cultivating meaningful and impactful relationships. She has worked on projects with brands such as Tweed, Nike Canada, Saje Natural Wellness and lululemon to bring brand experiences to life.


Meg currently works full-time on marketing & brand with SnackConscious and UFIT Kingston. She teaches hot power yoga as a side-hustle at Samatva Yoga Studio.


JAMES SMITH

Custodial Engineer

In true family business fashion, James acquired the prestigious custodial engineer role by being married to Sara. He is our Sunday superhero in charge of a spotless gym, making sure the equipment, floor and turf sparkle every week. James also moonlights as UFIT's resident painter and occasional handyman. He has an unwavering dedication to his role, all while balancing a demanding full-time job managing the sales & marketing for three radio stations.

MARVIN (MARV)

The Boss

 Marvin is a 100-pound King Shepherd with a unique blend of qualities. While he may appear formidable, he's actually a gentle giant with a heart of gold. Marvin's booming bark announces his arrival, ensuring that nobody forgets he's in the gym. His love for treats is unmatched; he becomes even more endearing when treats are offered. Marvin is also a showman, always eager to display his impressive talent with battle ropes. He brings joy and entertainment to every corner of the gym, from his lapdog tendencies to his energetic and playful nature.

EDDY

The Baby

Meet Eddy, the newest addition to the UFIT family! This lovable dachshund enjoys affection, kisses and tasty small dog treats. You'll often find him by Sara's side or mingling with clients. Eddy's passion is racing across the turf, earning him the nickname "Fast Eddy". With his charming personality and boundless energy, Eddy brings joy and excitement to our team.

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