MATTHEW PASQUALE

Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Matthew Pasquale has always been actively involved with sports from a young age. He grew up playing competitive hockey and soccer but it wasn’t until he was introduced to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that he found himself taking the training process to the next level. He would participate in group strength and conditioning sessions on a regular basis in training for various competitions. Matthew saw tremendous improvements as a result of these sessions. He decided to pursue his passion in strength and conditioning at York University where he obtained a Specialized Honors degree in Kinesiology. Shortly after, he became certified by the NSCA as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist. With a clear vision in mind, Matthew has created APEX Training Centre to provide the best in personalized programs to fit his clients needs.

 
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DAVID SAMBARTOLO

Strength and Conditioning Coach

David Sambartolo attended a high school that had a competitive soccer program for athletes. Along with getting accepted to this soccer focused academy, David played rep soccer for 8 years, as well as played on the top team in Ontario for his last year. David became fascinated with the human body and how training could improve him in this sport. With this, David attended and graduated Humber College for Fitness & Health Promotion. He continues to live his passion as a certified personal trainer. David puts his heart, soul and dedication into his work as he helps others successfully and happily achieve their goals.

 
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Carlos Nunez

Strength and conditioning coach

Growing up Carlos was involved in competitive soccer and 5km running competition for 6 years in his younger years back in Panama. At the age of 15 Carlos’s mom decided to bring him to Canada to learn English and for a better future.

Carlos started doing strength and hypertrophy training at the age of 20, to improve his physique and self confidence. His main goals are to be successful in life and teach people how to lift.

 
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Tyler Cappadocia

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Growing up playing rugby and football for all of his life tyler has found a passion in creating athletic bodies that are both functional and strong. He is dedicated to his craft and believes that “GO” is more important than “SHOW”. Tyler has a fascination with biomechanics and functionality which is the base from which his training approach is centred. He is always ready to help anyone in need of reaching their full Athletic capabilities.

 
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Anastasia Petunina

Strength and Conditioning Coach / Mobility Specialist

Anastasia has been in competitive sports from the young age of 8 years old initially in competitive swimming then Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In 2017 she won the Jitsu Jitsu World Championship at adult blue belt middleweight. Afterwards, she has studied other forms of training such as yoga, gymnastics rings, and various mobility methods. Throughout her athletic journey, additional training has been crucial for her sport. Currently her focus is on mobility training and how its implementation can enhance the experience of daily life. In order to help people achieve their full physical potential, Anastasia utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to personal training. As a result, she draws on various modalities to create customized training programs that are based on her clients’ unique goals and anatomy.

 
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Nick Enero

Strength and conditioning coach

Nick’s success in competitive sports includes Junior A hockey, rep soccer and running track & field. He fell in love with fitness and exercise at the age of 14, with the goal of improving his athletic abilities. Through his extensive experience he has come to understand many different aspects of personal training...building muscle mass, getting lean, lifting for sport, nutrition and a mindset to be successful. He has the ability to personalize your program to suit any needs you have, always giving 100% of his attention while guiding you to push your own boundaries. His motto is strive for progress, not perfection and after training with Nick, you’ll be your better self.

 
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Hamza

With a love of both traditional strength work and calisthenics, Hamza fitness journey started very young competing in both swimming and wrestling competitively, Hamza’s training philosophy centers around in developing athleticism in multiple areas to achieve the physique and fitness goals that you are seeking.

 
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