Valued Members & Staff

What has your overall experience been like working here?

This job had been an amazing experience. The gym is a positive environment that always brings me joy when I come to work. I love how all the staff come together to help others to do what we all love.

What's your favourite part of your job, and why?

My favourite part of the job is my coworkers and the patrons that come to the gym! I love how every part of the staff is always there for each other during the shifts and when needing a shift covered. The patrons make my job exciting. With their questions I am able to implement the knowledge I have learned through the courses I have taken and through the years working out.

What makes your job meaningful?

I think this job is meaningful because the gym is a safe space for all. I love it when people ask me how to use equipment because I have been in their shoes before and it makes me feel that I am making a positive impact on their life. I’m grateful that this job can allow me to help others.

What has your overall experience been like working here?

Working at the Fitness Centre for nearly the entirety of my undergrad has without a doubt been the best part of my University experience and no question will be what I most when I look back at these years. Over the past 5 years, the Fitness Centre has become a second home I didn't know I needed but, it's not because of the equipment (though it is absolutely fabulous), it's because of the people and the relationships I've built along the way. The community here is so positive and welcoming and the people inspire me to be better every single day when I show up to work, for a workout, or for a NRG class. If I had one piece of advice to any first year who has an interest in fitness, wants to be surrounded by like-minded people and is looking to create more opportunities for themselves, but don't know where to start, I would tell them to get a job at the Fitness Centre immediately.

What's your favourite part of your job, and why?

Without a doubt, the best part about working at the Fitness Centre is the people. By working here, I've created so many meaningful friendships over the years with both co-workers and other students who use space that will last a lifetime. I swear, everyday when I walk up the Fitness Centre I'm bound to have a smile on my face within seconds of being there. Nothing makes me happier than chatting with members, or other co-workers or Lynne or Garrett because I know these people that I've spent countless hours with genuinely care about me and want to see me win the same way I want to see them win. You can really feel the love here.

What makes your job meaningful?

Working at the Fitness Centre has brought an extraordinary amount of meaning into my life. I mean for starters, my employment here has opened so many opportunities I didn't even know I was interested in. For instance, I'm currently finishing up my personal training certification, a status I thought you could only have if you were in Human Kinetics. I also have managed to make my way up to a lead staff position to where I'm involved with a lot more responsibilities such as training staff and being a part of discussions to create new strategies in order to continue to make the Fitness Centre the best it can be. I also got the opportunity to be a part of the social media team, found love for the Gryphon summer camps, got involved with different athletic committees such as AAC (Athletic Advisory Council), MCed the gryphon part-time staff appreciation banquet two times and am currently working in a position for our She's Got Game event! What you put into this job is exactly what you'll get out of it so if you've got a good attitude, the more you go in search for opportunities here, the more they will come to you. English is my degree, but fitness is my passion and working for Gryphon Athletics has really made that passion come to life by providing opportunities that I can take with me far beyond my academic career here at Guelph.

What has your overall experience been like working here?

My overall experience has been phenomenal. Working on campus through my undergrad allowed for consistency and ease, with flexibility that could work with my busy and ever changing schedule. Even post graduation, I feel like a part of the UofG community. The management team has been supportive and works hard to ensure that our students get the most that we have to offer.

What's your favourite part of your job, and why?

My coworkers are awesome. We are all like minded individuals, and know when to support each other. This is especially true when needing motivation to work out. It is very cool to be able to work out here and see so many friends at all hours. Everyone wants the best for themselves and others and it inspires me to work harder every day.

What makes your job meaningful?

Seeing the positive impact that movement has on people. Seeing them slowly come out of their shells and become regulars. Making relationships with these regulars.

What has your overall experience been like working here?

Fantastic I love working here.

What's your favourite part of your job, and why?

I love the socializing of the job cause I’m a outgoing person and enjoy talking.

What makes your job meaningful?

My job is meaningful to me because it helps me learn different skills that I can use in my daily life.