MEET THE TEAM
Kelly Taphouse is a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Coach with over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. As a mother of two, an author, and the visionary founder of MOVE Fitness Club Toronto and MOVE Costa Rica, Kelly has truly made her mark in the wellness world. Her undeniable passion for fitness has been the driving force behind her remarkable journey.
Kelly's mission is clear: she is dedicated to helping women become stronger both inside and out, and protecting the ever so delicate relationships we have with our bodies. Her own personal experiences as a fitness model for ten years opened her eyes to the damaging effects of an industry fixated on superficial ideals. This realization inspired her to create MOVE, a boutique fitness experience that prioritizes empowering women through strength training and fostering a positive body image.
In pursuit of a more balanced life filled with adventure, nature, and sun, Kelly and her family split their time between Costa Rica and Toronto. This lifestyle choice aligns with her holistic approach to well-being, as she believes in the importance of nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. With a focus on creating a sanctuary for wellness, Kelly latest project, Gracias madre, has her building a WELLNESS sanctuary that will promote overall health and happiness .
Kelly Taphouse's impressive journey, combined with her genuine passion for empowering women, showcases her commitment to making a positive impact in the fitness industry. Her dedication and expertise make her a sought-after Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Coach, inspiring countless individuals to embrace their strength and live their best lives.
Education and Certifications:
Diploma in Health & Fitness Promotion from Humber College
OFC Group coach
OFC Strength Training
OFC Personal Training
kelly taphouse
founder
BRIANNA DUNSTAN
AGM OPERATIONS, HEAD COACH AND PERSONAL TRAINER
Why we love her:
Passionate athlete and personal trainer with an extensive background in health science, human biology, and physiology. Specializing in functional training and athlete-tailored programs.
Demonstrated expertise in optimizing athletic performance, enhancing functional movement, and supporting clients in achieving their fitness goals.
Skilled at building strong connections with individuals and delivering impactful outcomes by leveraging my athletic background and expertise in empowering individuals to unlock their full potential.
Education and Certifications:
PERSONAL TRAINING SPECIALIST CANFITPRO
STANDARD FIRST-AID + CPR C
2015 (ONGOING + UP TO DATE)NATIONAL LIFEGUARD
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
AQUATIC FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
Why we love her:
Mariah brings a powerful blend of lived experience, deep compassion, and fierce strength to the women she serves. As a mom of two who transformed her life through weight lifting, nutrition, mindset work, and faith, she knows firsthand what it means to rise from rock bottom. After gaining 100 pounds between two pregnancies, Mariah made a commitment to reclaiming her health. After losing the weight while gaining mental and physical strength, Mariah felt called to help other
women do the same.
Her mission is to create a space where women feel empowered, supported, and seen—physically, mentally, and emotionally. She combines her knowledge of weightlifting, boxing, and performance
coaching with an unshakable belief in the strength that lives inside every woman.
Mariah’s warmth, resilience, and passion make her not just a coach,
but a catalyst for transformation.
Education and Certifications:
Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion
Registered Health and Exercise Practitioner – Ontario Fitness Council
CPR & First Aid Certified
Specializes in mindset coaching, strength training, and body composition change
MARIAH CLARKE
group coach, personal trainer
Why we love her:
As a former varsity basketball player and national champion, Leticia knows firsthand how strength training can change lives—on and off the court. She wasn’t the tallest, fastest, or strongest athlete, but through relentless dedication in the weight room, she built herself into a high-level competitor.
Her journey is proof that strength isn’t just physical—it’s mental, emotional, and deeply empowering, especially for women navigating the pressures of sport and society.
With a fierce passion for performance, Leticia has spent years guiding girls and women to unlock their full strength potential—whether they’re chasing championships or showing up for themselves in everyday life.
Her mission is to help women feel powerful, capable, and confident at every stage of their lives through the transformative power of strength and conditioning.
Education and Certifications:
Diploma in Fitness and Health Promotion – Loyalist College
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology – University of Guelph-Humber
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Canfitpro Certified Personal Trainer
lETICIA LOPEZ
group coach, personal trainer
Why we love her:
Thea is a passionate personal trainer who has been working in fitness for several years. Her journey with her body image, fitness, and holistic health has been long and complex. Hard work and perseverance have seen her through both her hardest workouts and her biggest challenges.
Thea thrives on seeing her clients get stronger with each workout, and lives to lift them up. Her understanding of the scientific principles of strength training is something she is extremely passionate about in order to help her clients make incredible strides in their own training. Knowledge is often a barrier to success, but it doesn't have to be!
Strength training is a well studied discipline, and there are some hard and fast rules that everyone should know. With a community of committed women everywhere you look at MOVE, and well educated trainers to help guide the way, the community has the keys to the castle. And the biggest key of course, is always consistency.
Education and Certifications:
PERSONAL TRAINING SPECIALIST CANFITPRO
STANDARD FIRST-AID + CPR C
2015 (ONGOING + UP TO DATE)NATIONAL LIFEGUARD
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
AQUATIC FITNESS INSTRUCTOR
thea mckay
pilates, group coach, personal trainer
lesley flemming
group coach, personal trainer
Why we love her:
Exercise, movement, and education around those things kept me grounded and sane during my time working as crew on board luxury yachts (yes, like Below Deck..!). Running, TRX, yoga and pilates became vital to my mental health, (even though I discovered them all as a means of controlling my appearance to stay “employable” by yachting standards), all because they were doable in small spaces and with little to no equipment to store!
When I decided to try life on land, I worked at a kettlebell studio and fell in love with the way that mastering kettlebell skills offered not just a physical challenge, but also a mental one. I took my level 1 certification with Agatsu and since have become passionate about helping people learn to use kettlebells safely and correctly, while also experiencing the unique feeling of “playing” that they offer when you get comfortable with them!
I love to find ways to use yoga, pilates, kettlebells and many other modalities to inspire people to commit to finding their own unique movement practices. I want people to see themselves as strong and capable, and to help them feel their best at whatever stage of life they are navigating.
Education and Certifications:
CanFit Personal Trainer
RYT 300hr
Pilates Mat
Agatsu Kettlebell
TRX
dr. claire bacareza
chiropractor, group coach
Why we love her:
Dr. Claire always knew she wanted to work in healthcare, but it wasn’t until she discovered the power of movement that she found her true path – a path she continues to learn on every day. Movement became her portal into helping others heal, connect, and feel empowered in their bodies.
As an educated and compassionate clinician, Dr. Claire is dedicated to exposing women to the benefits of movement by challenging themselves, reconnecting, and honouring their bodies in ways that feel good.
She combines her deep understanding of the human body with a genuine commitment to helping others, creating a supportive training environment where women feel strong, seen, and confident in choosing to make the time for themselves.
Education and Certifications:
·Doctor of Chiropractic, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
Neurofunctional Acupuncture Diploma, McMaster University
Bachelor of Health Science in Kinesiology, Ontario Tech University
Agatsu Kettlebell Instructor Certification (In Progress)
Why we love her:
Kat’s fitness journey was sparked in 2017 when she felt called to quit her corporate job and hike the Pacific Crest Trail–a five-month wilderness trek that shifted her life path and perspective forever.
Inspired by what she learned on her journey, Kat now helps others build resilience and deepen their connection to self through strength training and breathwork.
At MOVE, Kat brings her electric energy, humour, and heart to every class she coaches. Whether she’s blasting music, cheering you on by name, or sparking spontaneous dance breaks between sets, Kat makes space for joy– reminding everyone around her to let it feel good.
