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At Victoria Wellness, we have taken a proactive approach to ensure that our trainers deliver the highest calibre of professionalism to you, our valued client. We have always demanded a high level of skill and professional excellence when hiring our personal trainers, but now we have decided to "raise the bar" and set our organization apart from other health clubs.
 We are proud of our alliance with the
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM),
the national leader in education and professional development for fitness professionals.
NASM provides the most comprehensive and scientifically valid certification in the fitness industry.
All our personal trainers are certified by NASM. The academy's record is impeccable, their research is state of the art and their reputation is unmatched in the fitness industry.
Narina Prokosch | Kevin Franklin | Melissa Russell
Narina Prokosch, RN, CPT
Owner and Director of Trainers
 Narina is the owner and inspiration behind Victoria Wellness Professionals. Narina has been active all her life. Growing up in the Fraser Valley, she spent all of her teenage and early adult years training and showing horses. She then took an interest in weight lifting and has been pursuing that interest for over 20 years.
Narina is a Registered Nurse with over 10 years experience as an Operating Room Nurse. She is a certified Personal Trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine as well as a Certified Trainer with the International Sports Sciences Association. Narina is an avid student constantly seeking out educational opportunities as they pertain to fitness, health and exercise physiology.
Narina has united her passion for fitness and her nursing background to provide her clients with the best in personal fitness training. With the opening of her private fitness studio, Narina and her staff are able to provide their clients with professional assistance to guide them on their road to physical and mental fitness.
Narina's Photo Gallery and Competition Showcase
Kevin Franklin, BSc
BCRPA Registered Personal Trainer
Certified Sports Nutrition Advisor
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer
 I am the latest addition to Victoria Wellness Professionals, having spent much of my professional life in scientific research. I'm accustomed to working alongside the best and most competent, so I was delighted to join the Victoria Wellness Team. This is a great studio with a top-notch training program.
Some of the sports and activities that have been important to me include running, pole vault, karate, mountaineering, skiing, hot-air ballooning, and long distance sailing (including a four-year voyage to the South Pacific). My recent active life includes adventure racing, orienteering and mountain biking.
My natural inclination is to sit on the couch, eat pizza and watch TV. But, after having spent years in medical research helping to develop hypertension medication, I realize that the best way to optimum health is through a well-designed training program combined with good nutrition. For me, fitness is a choice, not a genetic gift.
I commend each and every client at Victoria Wellness for their fitness choice, and I look forward to helping everyone along the path of health and fitness.
Melissa Russell, BFA
 Throughout my life I have always been an athletic individual. During my youth, and progressing into my adulthood, I have participated in many sports including: rugby, cross-country running, track and field, swimming, volleyball, soccer and weight training. This passion for fitness and sport has only increased over the years and has led me to become progressively more involved in sport and an active lifestyle. Currently, I train for triathlons and cross-country races. My dedication to training is not only a lifestyle, but also a passion. Being an athlete is vital to who I am.
While completing my Bachelor’s degree at the University of Victoria I also spent a significant amount of time educating my self through BCRPA’s fitness theory, strength theory, and personal training courses offered at UVic. I am presently enrolled in the Personal Trainer Program through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. As a result of my education and passion for fitness, I am thrilled to work alongside the dynamic and innovative staff of Victoria Wellness.
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