Meet Your Coaches

Anna Cruz – Founder & Head Coach, AC Fitness

BSc Health Sciences, Diploma of Kinesiology, NASM Certified Personal Trainer

Hi, I’m Anna, the Founder and Head Coach of AC Fitness. I help people move with purpose, build confidence, and take control of their health through intentional, real-world training. My coaching style is rooted in purposeful movement, smart progressions, and practical fitness that empowers you to feel stronger—not just in the gym, but in your everyday life.

My Background & Credentials

  • Bachelor of Science

  • Diploma in Kinesiology

  • Certified Personal Trainer – National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM)

  • Educated at Simon Fraser University

  • Mentored by experts in sports training, rehab & injury recovery, and weightlifting

My Training Style

  • Influenced by CrossFit and Olympic lifting

  • Focuses on:

    • Functional, real-life movements

    • Safe, smart, and effective progressions

    • Programs tailored to any fitness level – from beginners to athletes

  • Built to help you move better, not just harder

Coaching Philosophy: Movement with Purpose

  • Strength is about more than lifting—it’s about:

    • Better movement

    • Confidence in your body

    • A lifestyle supported by strength

  • Whether your goal is pain-free movement, improved performance, or simply feeling good in your own skin—I'm here to support that journey

Outside the Gym

  • I love staying active through:

    • Snowboarding (winter)

    • Paddleboarding (summer)

    • Yoga for recovery and balance

  • Currently training for my first HYROX race in 2026—always seeking new ways to grow as an athlete and coach

What You Can Expect from Me

  • A realistic, compassionate, and science-based approach

  • Progressive, effective training that evolves with you

  • A coach who is all in on helping you move better, feel stronger, and live your best life—inside and outside the gym

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Jennifer Ng – Movement Specialist, AC Fitness

Jennifer Ng (she/her) is an NSCA Certified Personal Trainer with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She has been working in the field for the past two years, bringing her knowledge and experience to help clients build strength, move better, and train with intention.

A graduate of Simon Fraser University, Jennifer studied alongside Coach Anna, developing a strong foundation in movement science, rehabilitation, and performance training. She has worked with varsity athletes in rehabilitative settings, helping them recover and return to peak performance, as well as coaching group fitness classes, where she brings energy, motivation, and a structured approach to training.

Jennifer’s coaching style is client-centered and supportive, focusing on efficient movement patterns, injury prevention, and progressive strength development. She believes that fitness should be accessible, sustainable, and empowering—whether you’re training for performance or simply looking to feel stronger in daily life. Her goal is to create an environment where clients feel challenged yet supported, knowing they are making steady progress toward their goals.

Outside of coaching, Jennifer enjoys playing tennis, swimming, and unwinding with a good romance novel. She brings the same passion and enthusiasm to her personal interests as she does to coaching—always striving for balance, progress, and enjoyment in movement.

At AC Fitness, Jennifer is dedicated to helping clients build confidence, strength, and a solid foundation for long-term success. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, looking to improve athletic performance, or simply wanting to move and feel better in your everyday life, she is committed to guiding you every step of the way. With her thoughtful approach and deep understanding of movement, Jennifer helps clients not just reach their fitness goals, but also develop skills and habits that support lifelong health and well-being.