Vanje Watson

18 Years Of Experience

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About Vanje

My journey into fitness began during my time at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, where I first became certified as a fitness instructor. Just two years later, in 2009, I took a leap and became a certified Personal Trainer — and I haven’t looked back since.

Over the years, I’ve managed gyms in Port Elgin, Southampton, and Kincardine, gaining invaluable experience and working with clients from all walks of life. Now, I’m thrilled to be branching out on my own, building something rooted in connection, community, and truly personalized care.

These days, you’ll find me in sweet little Tiverton, Ontario, where I live with my amazing husband and our two beautiful daughters. It’s here — in this small but mighty rural community — that I’ve had the privilege of working with clients aged 8 to 90+. From high-performance athletes to busy parents, injured workers to seniors looking to move more confidently, I’ve seen it all. And I love it all.

Here’s what I specialize in:

Return to fitness post-injury (bridging the gap between physio and fitness)

Young athlete development

Balance and fall prevention

Holistic nutrition coaching

Canva/business coaching and public speaking

Personalized, scalable fitness at your pace, in your own space.

I’m a master at meeting you where you’re at — and helping you move forward from there. I believe in sustainable, lifelong change, not quick fixes. Progress, not perfection.

Yes, I have a long list of certifications — but more importantly, I have over 16 years of hands-on experience and hundreds of client stories that have shaped who I am as a coach and a person. Every one of those people has taught me something, and I carry those lessons with me into each new session.

If you’re ready to move better, feel stronger, and live well — I’d love the opportunity to help you on your wellness journey.

Let’s take the next step together.

Trainer at: Watson Wellness

Certified Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor
Certified Precision Nutrition Coach- Level 1
Functional Aging Specialist
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Private Personal Training Online Personal Training Improving General Fitness
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Location

Tiverton | Canada

Services

Private Personal Training Online Personal Training Improving General Fitness Muscle and Strength Gain Improving Flexibility Rehabilitation Women's Fitness Nutrition and Meal Plans Functional and Core Training Weight Loss Physiotherapy Group Training Pre and Post Natal Training

Certifications

Certified Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor Certified Precision Nutrition Coach- Level 1 Functional Aging Specialist Functional Movement Specialist CrossFit Level 2 Trainer The Brand X Method Coach- Level 1 (Preschool, Kids, Pre-teens,& Teens Fitness Training) CanFitPro - Personal Trainer Specialist CrossFit Level 1 Certification FMS Level 1

Vanje's Posts

26 Jun 2025

Why Moving Your Body Matters More Than You Think

Take the Step: Why Moving Your Body Matters More Than You Think Hey there, Firstly, I know life can feel like a whirlwind sometimes — rushing from task to task, juggling responsibilities, and barely finding time to catch your breath. In the middle of all that hustle, it’s easy to forget the simplest thing that […]

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15 Apr 2025

Fitness Success Secrets: One Strategic Habit

Why practicing one strategic habit at a time actually works? Have you ever set out to get fit, eat better, or build a new routine… only to get completely overwhelmed and eventually drop the whole thing? You’re not alone. In fact, it’s one of the most common reasons people don’t reach their goals. They’re motivated. […]

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11 Mar 2024

Re-framing Cheat Days as Treats Days

In the realm of diet culture, the concept of a “cheat day” has long been ingrained in our minds as a way to indulge in forbidden foods guilt-free. Yet, this terminology carries a heavy burden of negativity, implying wrongdoing and fostering feelings of guilt and shame surrounding food choices. However, it’s time to shift our […]

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3 Mar 2024

Embracing the Power of Routines for a Balanced Life

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding balance can seem like an elusive goal. However, I’ve come to realize that the key to maintaining balance lies in the establishment of thoughtful routines based on our priorities. The Paradox of Choice The modern world offers an abundance of choices, which can be both a […]

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16 Oct 2023

My Mental Health Journey as a Mom and Working Parent

In honor of Mental Health Day, I wanted to share part of my story… Most of my life I have been a people pleaser. I  want to be strong for those around me. I  quickly learned that the expectation of perfection was high. Not from my parents, but from the world around me. So when […]

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19 Jul 2023

Are you Actually Ready for Change?

When I begin to work with a new client, I can fairly quickly gauge whether or not he/she is going to last as a client. It becomes evident quickly if this person is willing and able to make changes or if they are still just liking the idea of change. Did you know there are […]

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19 Jul 2023

Mental Health & Self-Esteem

If you struggle with mental health challenges or low self-esteem, making movement or nutrition changes rarely sounds appealing.   Low self-esteem? The last place you want to go to is a gym. Struggling with depression or anxiety? The thought of having the energy to make changes seems impossible. What many people forget to understand is […]

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8 May 2023

We Wear Busyness Like a Badge of Honour

We wear busyness like a badge of honour. The term “burnout” is now a phrase we apply to far too many people.  The common response to the question, “ How are you today?” has now become, ”I am keeping busy,” or just “busy…” or “ tired.” Yet if someone were to respond with “ I […]

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17 Apr 2023

The All-or-Nothing Approach

The majority of clients I get to work with struggle with the same underlying problem: the all-or-nothing approach. People are all in, or all out. They are willing to do all of the things for a short period of time but not ok to do some. This is why so often people do not start […]

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Vanje Watson

Tiverton, Canada