People on Plains Blog Series – Meet Kerri from The Fitness Firm!
We asked a few questions to learn some history and to get to know their business better!
Why did you choose Aldershot for your business?
Co-owner, Kelvin Galbraith, grew up in Aldershot and loves his community. At 25 years young, he was a member of the club that was previously at 15 Plains Rd W and thought the space was ideal for a club. He met his current business partner, Kerri, soon after that club closed in 1998, which was shortly after the two of them had just graduated from university. It wasn’t a hard decision to make when they jointly decided to start their own fitness business in that same location. That was 24 years ago. Both Kerri and Kelvin still reside in beautiful Aldershot and continue to enjoy running their business within this growing community.
What sets you apart from all the rest?
We are a family-owned and operated fitness & health facility in the heart of Aldershot. We are a non – intimidating and personal boutique style gym where the staff aim to direct you towards your fitness goals and aspirations. We pride ourselves on the community feel of our facility; we know everyone’s name and no one is ever left feeling unwelcome or unwanted. You come to The Fitness Firm to get stronger and keep moving, but also to meet some new people and make new friendships. We are staffed with kind, knowledgeable, and sociable desk staff, trainers, and health professionals ready to welcome you with open arms.
What is your specialty product or service?
We are a 24/7 fitness facility, so members are welcome to come exercise at any hour of the day or night. We also have a variety of equipment and space to suit your needs. We specialize in personal training. Our knowledgeable trainers are here to offer you education, motivation, safety, and accountability and will be there every step of the way with you all the way towards your goals, and beyond. We also house a group of regulated health professionals, including a Registered Dietitian to help you with all your nutrition and health needs, a Registered Massage Therapist for some hands-on work towards living a more mobile and pain-free life, and a Registered Kinesiologist to guide you through some exercise and mobility/stretching to help you live strong and able to conquer your goals.
What do you love about Aldershot and what is YOUR favourite business to visit in our BIA?
Aldershot has always been a welcoming community where neighbours help neighbours and small businesses support other small businesses.
We support Kativa Salon, Tim Hortons, Aldershot Home Hardware, JnG Quality Meats, District Kitchen , Ye Olde Squire of Aldershot, various dry cleaners, Fortinos, Burlington Cell Phone Repair, Bulk Food Warehouse, The Mattress Discounter and many more.
Melody especially loves Turtledoves Bakery! mmmmmm …
What would you like the Aldershot community to know about you and your business.
We LOVE what we do and are here to help you in any way we can. Your health and fitness journey is our top priority. When you come into The Fitness Firm, you’ll get a personalized experience to help you reach your goals and live a better, easier life. This comes with building strength, developing flexibility and most of all, learning more about yourself, your tendencies, your weaknesses and being open to making sustainable change.
Thanks for having us!
The Fitness Firm – 15 Plains Road West.
Phone: 905 637 9220
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