About — Body & Mind Athletics

Body and Mind Athletics

    Educate.
    Empower.
    Results.
  

Get ready to tear down obstacles of the body and mind. We strive to be a leader in the fitness industry by staying up to date with our education and ability to manufacture and implement top notch classes and sessions for ALL members.

Our Team

Brett Mercanti

Owner, General Manager, Head Trainer
Brett has been in the fitness industry for 14+ years after graduating with a Health, Wellness, & Fitness Diploma from Mohawk College. Brett is a fully certified Exercise Therapist and has over 12 gold standard industry certifications specializing in Program Design, Strength and Conditioning for Mass Gain for General Population and Athletic Performance.

Stephanee Mercanti

Membership Experience Team Manager Stephanee has over 15+ years experience in a management and administration role. Her time spent as a program supervisor within the Ottawa Carleton District School Board has provided her with the vast knowledge and extensive tools to successfully lead and deliver exceptional customer service within the Membership Experience team. Stephanee not only operates the behind the scenes daily administration tasks but she also oversees the social media and marketing for Body and Mind Athletics.

Alex Childs

Personal Trainer
Alex has been in the industry for 6+ years after studying Human Kinetics at the University of Ottawa for a Bachelor of Science. Alex is a fully certified Exercise Therapist and has certifications through CanFit PRO and The Strength & Conditioning Academy for Program Design.

Hunter Duchesne

Personal Trainer
Hunter has been in the industry for 3+ years after completing his internationally recognized personal training certification through ACE. He played Junior A hockey and has many years of experience with both on and off ice training. Hunter is a fully certified Exercise Therapist and is certified through The Strength & Mass Gain Academy plus Program Design (Andre Benoit).

Heather Downey

Personal Trainer
Heather has been a Personal Trainer at Body and Mind Athletics for 3+ years. She is a fully certified Exercise Therapist and has obtained her Strength & Conditioning Academy certification. Heather is always driven to help others with their health and fitness goals!

Corey Tam

Personal Trainer
Corey has many years of experience with training from hockey. He played Junior A, NCAA Div III at SUNY Brockport, where he graduated with a degree in exercise science, and more recently played pro in the SPHL. He is in the process of getting his CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) through the NSCA. He is very excited to have the opportunity to continue his education at BAM and can’t wait to work with all the members!

Olivia Fiarchuk

Personal Trainer
Olivia has completed her 3rd year of Kinesiology (BSc) at Queen’s University where she has gained 2 years of coaching experience with various varsity teams through the strength and conditioning internship program. She is passionate about working with people and continues to educate herself on health and fitness, including through exercise therapy.

Jenna Hilborn

Personal Trainer
Jenna is currently in her third year of studies at the University of Ottawa for a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics. She joined the Membership Experience Team in early 2022, but has since obtained her personal training certification through Canfit Pro. She is excited to continue to expand her knowledge of the industry while working with our team.