About Me
Hi I’m Wendy – Welcome to my website!
I offer Yoga, Centrefit Pilates, Strength Club and Personal Training in Oromocto & Fredericton, NB
I love fitness, yoga, and all things wellness and just plain moving!
I thrive on inspiring others in their journey to living fit and well!
My Teaching Style
Having originated from the fitness “field” first then into yoga then pilates and through many years of teaching, guiding and coaching experience my approach continues to adapt and evolve.
I believe teaching is not just a spectator sport (movement class) and my approach is about teaching, guiding and coaching to what I observe and learn from my participants.
My classes may not be instructed “traditionally” all the time because I want to take into account the bodies that I see and the needs and well-being of my participants.
I try to consistently offer a class or program that’s inclusive, open and offers many adaptations as a rule. I am always willing to learn and change from year to year -which is exciting. Join me in this journey!
My approach is strongly rooted in how the body moves (optimal safe kinesiology & anatomy principles) naturally and through all my programs and guidance -this is what I strive to deliver to my participants – keeping their individual needs and abilities in mind – especially as we age.
Although there are many approaches to movements and I will never stop learning, I believe learning how to move well and naturally is a way to honor your body and hopefully help to reduce injuries.
My Story
I was first introduced to “fitness” when my only older sister “dragged” me to an “aerobics” class in the early 90’s. I wanted to support my sister’s endeavours but I truly didn’t think I would like it. Was I wrong! Turns out I stayed and she didn’t. I loved the classes- the atmosphere, the social support and having the opportunity to move and have fun!
Not long after, I was encouraged by that teacher to take a fitness instructor course. I was hesitant, but thought – why not! Little did I know then that this was to be my lifelong career!
I have not looked back and am truly grateful for the last 30+ years to inspire, motivate and get people to start living fit and healthy in the Oromocto & Fredericton area!
I’ve always wanted to change the way people thought about fitness! Make it fun, educational, diverse and offer a challenging experience.
I taught fitness classes for years but noticed a gap in the delivery and developed a fully Comprehensive Fitness program that people can build their commitment and accountability to. So I launched Fit Camp in 2005 to get people out of their traditional gym routines and to think outside the box. and get outside too!
I strive to offer the safest and most effective evidence based programming for all my clients while providing an experience that is fun and educational!
I later turned to personal training to further inspire people and still love assessing and training people individually.
I later trained and certified as a Yoga Teacher (200hr +) (Sivananda ,Vinyasa ,Warrior, Restore). Not long after – I honed my teaching skills and movement foundations with Pilates Teacher Training and have developed my own signature program: CentreFit.
Why Join Me?
*30+ Years Experience. Independently Owned.
*Quality Programming, Designed Classes & Programs.
*Age Appropriate exercise classes and programs geared to accommodate the aging person – safely
*Accountability – I will be there to keep you accountable!
*Motivation – I am passionate about Fitness and Wellness and love to pass this on to others!
*Diversity – My Programs vary and I am constantly trying (one cannot know everything) to learn and study the latest research and trends to bring my clients the best and latest classes and programming possible.
*Knowledge – I believe I have the education & many top certifications in my field to teach you how to help you understand your body better and how to best meet your individual needs.
My Journey
Certifications, Courses, and Training
YMCA Certified Group Fitness Leader (Lahr, Germany) (GFL-Strength & Cardio) – (1993) – Active
Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology – Business Studies Diploma and Management Studies Diploma – (1993 – Germany)
Keiser Spin Instructor – Certified – (NB) (1995)
Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology-(CSEP) – Certified Fitness Consultant – (NB) (1997)
University of New Brunswick – Bachelor of Physical Education – (1998) – Faculty of Kinesiology
Established Living Fit – (1999)
American Academy of Post Rehab Professionals – Post Rehab 5 Day Intensive (Toronto) (2001)
National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA)- Certified Personal Trainer – (CPT) (Halifax, NS) (2002) – Active
Pilates Matwork – Initiation 101 – Certified – PhysicalMind Institute – (NB) (2002) – Active
Sivananda Yoga Teacher – (Val Morin, Quebec) (2002) (200+ Hours, Residential Intensive) – Active
University of New Brunswick – Faculty of Kinesiology:
Part-Time Instructor – Fitness, Weight Training, Yoga, Pilates, Personal Training (2004-2016)
Creator/Trademark Owner of FIT CAMP™- Developed in (2005)
Kinesiologist – NBKA (registered in 2005)
CSEP – Certified Personal Trainer – (introduced in 2006) (NB)
Vinyasa Flow Yoga Teacher Training (Shiva Rea) – (Kripalu – MA, USA) (2008) – Active
Pilates Matwork – Foundations and Classical Innovations- Body Harmonics – (NB) (2008)
Pilates Matwork – Core Essentials – Body Harmonics – (NB) (2010)
Awarded the 2010 Simpson Leadership Award. Fitness New Brunswick.
Agatsu Kettlebell Trainer – (Halifax, NS) (2012)
Pilates- Total Barre Qualified – Stott Pilates – (Halifax, NS) (2013)
Certified/Authorized International Warrior Yoga Teacher (Worcester, MA, USA) (2016) Active
Launched CentreFit – Pilates – 2017
BoneFit Instructor – Trained – 2022
JC Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training Course 2024-2025:
Better Way to Flow: Preventing and Managing Common Yoga Injuries
Launched Strength Club – 2025
CPR Qualified
Wendy Solange Hamelin
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