Kelly Hovind (He/Him)

Kelly grew up in Saskatchewan before the open road took over. After more than 15 years in the culinary industry, working his way up from dishwasher to kitchen manager, he made his way to BC in 2016. A move to Victoria in 2019 brought him to Westcoast Adventure College, where he studied Outdoor Adventure Tourism, and life after graduation took him to Northern Vancouver Island, where he worked at a bear-viewing lodge, with a kayak company, and as the caretaker of a private residence.

His path to coaching is deeply personal. Through much of his teens and early adulthood, Kelly struggled with his health. In his early 30s, a growing passion for nutrition and fitness led to a significant lifestyle transformation, and the impact that had on his physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing changed everything. He decided he wanted to help others find the same thing.

After moving to the Comox Valley with his partner in 2024, Kelly turned that passion into a career. He understands firsthand how hard lasting change can be, and he brings that lived experience into every session. When he's not in the gym you'll find him outdoors, deep in a book, at a concert, on a snowboard, or around a table playing Dungeons and Dragons with friends.