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why become a practitioner?
At the BWC our mission is to connect Black and racialized individuals to the wellness and fitness resources they are seeking here in Nova Scotia. Becoming a Practitioner within the BWC means you are featured on our website, given first opportunity to host or run events or offer programs that come through the organization, and that you are part of a movement to create more lasting health, wellness and fitness impacts in Nova Scotia for historically underserved communities.
featured practitioners
spencer boyd
KINESIOLOGIST / PERSONAL TRAINER
Spencer has been a certified Personal Trainer in Halifax since 2015. He played football while he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Kinetics at St. Francis Xavier University and has spent the majority of his career as a Personal Trainer Educator in Nova Scotia.
Spencer focuses on bridging the gap between rehab and performance. He is also a member of the Canadian Kinesiology Alliance and recognizes the need to help individuals return to their lifestyles pre-injury.
Spencer works with clients one-on-one and/or online to provide them with the education and support to achieve their goals.
Ashley grant
MASSAGE THERAPIST / YOGA INSTRUCTOR / DOULA
Ashley has been part of the BWC since its inception in 2020. She is passionate about inspiring bodily autonomy and instilling activity within her community. Ashley aspires to be able to make massage therapy accessible to all those that desire care. She strives to create movement and wellness spaces for the black community that are educational, free from judgement and joyful!
dere akindoju
PERSONAL & FITNESS TRAINER
As a mom and business professional I have found the balance with fitness and fallen in love. Infusing fitness in my lifestyle has helped me build consistency & strength.
With over 10 years of physical activity and 4 years as a varsity athlete in track and field, I have been able to maintain and build on my lifestyle as a runner and in fitness.
As the lead of a run club I love the idea of building a healthy active community and I thrive for growth and transformation in my clients.
chernise clayton
PERSONAL TRAINER
Chernise is a fitness and health enthusiast and a successful personal trainer with over five years of experience helping transform her clients’ bodies and minds.
She works with fitness clients of all levels; from athletes to weight-loss clients, focusing on their functional movement, balanced lifestyle, and self-discipline.