Testimonials

Testimonials from current/previous Fit Campers/Clients!

I highly recommend Wendy Hamelin as a personal trainer and for her Fit Camps. I have participated in Wendy's Fit Camps- that provide a variety of workouts in a fun and friendly format. Wendy incorporates exercises that work the entire body, including core strengthening, aerobic performance, and resistance workouts.

Her training allows her to modify exercises for any special needs, including injuries and personal fitness limitations. She also provides useful nutritional information throughout the Fit Camp and is very knowledgeable regarding daily requirements and ways to improve dietary habits.

I have sent many patients to Wendy and all have been more than pleased with the results they are able to achieve with her help and encouragement. We are fortunate to have a trainer with Wendy's qualifications and experience in our community. I would encourage anyone who wants to improve their fitness to try one of Wendy's Fit Camps. You will be glad you did.

--Dr. Lori Neily



I wanted to join Wendy’s Fit Camp the day I saw the poster in the locker room; four years later I actually signed up. Wendy is an amazing coach; motivating each person to be their best! Her classes are challenging and exciting; introducing new techniques each class. I was a little nervous because I thought perhaps I was too old and out of shape to be part of Fit Camp.

Wendy guides each person through the exercises to ensure they work at their own capability. If you prefer individual attention Wendy will design a personal exercise program for you. Wendy Hamelin is an exceptional trainer; she is a champion in her profession. Join Fit Camp and discover for yourself how enjoyable and rewarding exercise can be. Thank you Wendy for getting me “back on track!”

- Bonita L. Green RD Registered Dietitian



I met Wendy in 2006 on one of my many resolutions to get to lose weight. I started with her Pilates and Yoga classes when I found out about Fit Camp. It sounded really interesting so when the next session started, I signed up. It wasn’t easy. I was probably the most out of shape person there. I was the slowest to complete my laps. During the initial fit test, I walked the 2 laps. No way could I run or even jog those 2 laps. During the next 10 weeks, Wendy was encouraging, supportive, and never let me give up. When I was the last one, she would always come back to check on me to see if I was doing ok. She gave me some modifications or adjustments to do when I couldn’t do certain activities. Over the next 10 weeks, I became stronger, fitter and overall just felt better. I’ve been going to Wendy off and on for the past 5 years, and it has always been the same. She is encouraging and made me feel better about myself. Life has thrown me many curveballs, but one thing I could always count on was Wendy. She is the reason why I keep coming back and willing to travel the distance to get to her classes. She has become a great friend and support system. I am now able to jog the 2 laps around the gym non-stop. It used to take me more than 4 minutes to complete these 2 laps, now I can finish them in under 3 minutes. You will never regret coming to her classes.

-Aleesha Henderson (Attending Fit Camp for 5 years+!! Most Dramatic Results x 2!!)



To motivate myself to get to the gym or do any training was close to impossible until I joined "Fit Camp". With my trainer Wendy I was able to get into a routine that I looked forward to every week. I feel stronger, fitter and healthier than ever before.

Since I started training with Wendy my energy levels have increased significantly. She keeps me motivated to continue with my workouts and is always happy to answer my questions and to provide suggestions to improve my training.

When I started Fit Camp I was in a size 18 pants. Now 9 months later I am in a size 12 pants. Even my "Mii" on the "Wii fit" has changed her shape dramatically!

I highly recommend this fitness program. It has changed my life.

- Cindy Howe (3 time - Most dramatic results winner!! WOW)



I was in a fitness rut and needed a change. I wanted to try something new, get out of the house and meet new people. Wendy's fit camp has been so much fun and just the change I was looking for. The workouts vary every day and we use many kinds of equipment. Wendy guides you through each exercise and offers each person individual attention. Wendy exercises the whole body, including aerobic training, core exercises and strength workouts.

Wendy is always encouraging and understands each members physical limitations. For each exercise she offers an alternative, making you feel like you have your own personal trainer.

Wendy also provides a variety of information on nutrition and health related issues. The classes are informative and fun.

Wendy has really motivated me to take my fitness to a higher level. Thank you Wendy!

Pam Coughlan
Fit Camp Member Since April 2008



"I have attended so many of Wendy's fitcamps now that I can't even count them. This program is the BEST fitness program out there! But what really makes this program is Wendy! She is an awesome trainer and she knows her stuff!! I thouroughly enjoy having her 'beat' me up!!:o) Thank Wendy for everything.....you are AWESOME!!!!

Tracy Pare ( attending Fit Camp since it started in 2005!)



I had tried for years to lost weight on my own and had been mainly focused on dieting. When I saw Wendy Hamelin's ad in the paper for her Fit Camp, I thought I would give it a try.

I have done several of her Fit Camps and am inspired by what I continue to learn. I have learned to eat properly (without dieting) and be active. This is a combination I feel I can do for the rest of my life - not like the past diets where I couldn't wait to reach my goal weight and get back to eating "normally". Diets didn't work for me - as it was not something I could sustain. This combination of eating well and being active is a way of life and something I feel confident I can do for the rest of my life!

-Cavelle Leblanc (completed 8+ Fit Camps and counting!)



I recommend your Fit Camp all the time to women who are shy to even try to go to the gym. Within the last 1.5 years, I have attended and participated faithfully in three + Fit Camps. It has taught me in many ways to get out here and give it my best: for my body and health!

I am a Police Officer and after 20 years of shift work, I had no more
choices, years of lacking sleep, high level of stress and stressors
caused by the never ending demands of my job and clients I had packed on 30 lbs over the years. I went from Wendy's Yoga classes, graduated to different levels of Pilates classes and registered for my first Fit Camp Summer of 2008. What a difference it made for me! I learned that I could do it even through the Summer heat, we all made it together while having fun! We all felt better afterwards and we all lost inches which we were very proud of. The classes taught me to be vigilant and enjoy a work out, I now can do it on my own and I faithfully attend the gym four to five times a week. I have since lost 20 lbs in the last five years. I can honestly attributed my weight loss and inspiration from Wendy's classes which are always easily accessible and available at different times at the Base Gym at a very reasonable price.

Marie Dumont (RCMP Officer)



Dear Wendy:

Thank you so much for such a wonderful trainer & motivator. Your fit camps have changed my outlook & has given me more confidence as I feel so much better, energized & more fit.

Jackie Seely (attending Fit Camp since 2006)




I have been a long standing participant in Wendy Hamelin's Fit Camps since the first Fit Camp started in 2005. My lifestyle has changed dramatically since I started participating in the Fit Camps and I don;t know where my health would be right now if it wasn't for Wendy.

Wendy provides more than just a fitness program, she has helped me with my overall confidence and self-esteem. At one time I was intimidated to go into the gym by myself but now Wendy has instilled a lot of qualities in me that I didn't know that I had.

Fit Camp also provides a lot of information regarding nutrition. Understanding what we put into our bodies is just as important as how much we exercise. All of her knowledge and expertise in this area is greatly appreciated among the Fit Camp participants.

Heather Atkinson ( Fit Camp member since 2005!)



I’m really glad to be back at Fit Camp. I really appreciate you taking the time to provide the workouts for the weekend. You are such a motivator, it makes coming to class so enjoyable and something I look forward to.

Jennifer Howe (Fit Camp member since 2008)




Hi Wendy,

Just wanted to let you know that the workouts have been really challenging so far and that's great!! I keep coming back to you because you challenge me to work harder than I ever would on my own. I have more muscle definition in my body than I ever had in my life and I am better able to control my weight when I'm doing strenuous workouts....so thank you!!! To my knowledge you do have the best workouts in the area and I tell lots of people about you!!

Joanne Berkshire (Fit Camp for over 2 years!)