Valued Members & Staff

What has your overall experience been like working here?

I have been working in the GGAC for the past 3 years and started off working with Client Services which gave me a look at the behind the scenes of how the wider Athletics Community runs and the services we offer for everyone’s needs and interests. This motivated me to be a part of the Fitness Centre Team that helps people with their fitness journeys at all levels. It has been an amazing experience serving both our Gryphons and Guelph community! I have enjoyed building connections with coworkers, lead staff and managers over the years to continue supporting our members and their growth. The fitness space can be overwhelming and challenging at first and I am grateful to be part of a welcoming and friendly team that aims to make everyone’s first step towards their goals as smooth as possible!

What has your overall experience been like working here?

Working at the Fitness Centre has been a very positive experience for me. Being part of the University of Guelph Athletics team has helped me grow in confidence and leadership. I enjoy supporting members in their fitness journeys and creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable. The team culture is supportive, respectful, and professional, which makes coming to work enjoyable. I’ve learned valuable communication and teamwork skills while improving my own health and fitness knowledge. I’m grateful for the opportunity to contribute to a space that promotes well-being and community. It has truly made a difference in my personal and professional growth.

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

Helping members.

What makes your job meaningful?

Being part of a team.

What has your overall experience been like working here?

The Fitness Centre staff have been my best friends and family over these last few years. Being away from home for school was a tough choice but learning to be myself in a place with so many beautiful people around to support me has really helped shape the person and trainer that I am today.

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

My coworkers, (and best friends) as they lift me up and push me to new limits everyday.

What makes your job meaningful?

My clients and students! I love teaching and empowering others to find their own journey in fitness, as I found mine.

What has your overall experience been like working here?

Through my role in the Department of Athletics, I’ve gained invaluable experience in teamwork, leadership, and navigating complex situations. The relationships I’ve built and the skills I’ve refined here have equipped me with a unique toolkit for my professional journey ahead.

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

When I arrived at the University of Guelph, I was the typical overwhelmed first-year student. Everything changed when I spotted a posting on Experience Guelph for a role in Client Service. What started as a job quickly became my community. This position allowed me to connect with people from incredibly diverse backgrounds and transformed my university experience from daunting to deeply rewarding. The bonds I’ve formed here are permanent; I know they will carry with me after I am done. I’m leaving not just with professional skills, but with some amazing friends.

What makes your job meaningful?

What makes this job truly meaningful is the unique opportunity to work in an environment where everyone is at a similar life stage, navigating the University experience together. There is a special kind of solidarity in that. It has created a natural support system where we truly 'get' what each other is going through, in one way or another.

Some of the most transformative conversations I’ve ever had have taken place right here in this building. Beyond the scheduled work, there is something quite special about the spontaneity of the role, you never know who you’ll end up running into or chatting with on any given day. Those unexpected connections have shaped my time here just as much as the job itself.