François Preece
Founder, Owner, and Head Coach
François discovered weight training at the University of Ottawa in 1998, because he found it difficult to keep up with his sports team’s training schedule, while managing his busy work and school schedules. Strength training has helped him stay fit and healthy, while allowing him to manage his studies and work effectively.
After graduation, he decided to start a career in personal training. He had finally found his passion! He instantly fell in love with the industry and made it a top priority to learn as much as he could from various sources. This allowed him to improve his weaknesses as a coach and to perfect his knowledge.
François now holds over 40 certificates in fat loss, muscle gain, sports performance and nutrition, which allows him to issue insurance receipts as a Naturotherapist.
As the owner & founder of Elite Coaching, he has meticulously crafted his approach, based on over 20 years of experience as a certified personal trainer, as well as an empirical method for all of his clients to achieve their goals, giving them all the tools they need to succeed with guaranteed results.
François is also a course instructor for Poliquin Group for Canada, which was once the business of his mentor Charles R. Poliquin, who passed away a few years ago. François is honored to work with the “Poliquin Group” team to pass on the knowledge he acquired from this mentor and to continue Charles’ mission to improve the level of personal training worldwide. Poliquin International Certification Program Levels 1 and 2 are conducted at Elite Coaching with coaches and personal trainers that come from across the country to attend.
Not only does François strive to make Elite Coaching the best personal training studio in Canada, but he also understands the importance of raising the standards of the personal training industry as a whole in order to better serve clients, and also to improve the recognition of personal training as a successful career path. Improving the industry facilitates part of his mission, which is to enable clients to reach their full potential healthily – through education and coaching by promoting long-term health solutions. These improvements put the industry in a better position to help more people live healthier lives, look good, feel proud, and improve their cognitive and physical performance.
François with his athlete Alexandre Gbaguidi, a sprinter, for the next World Masters Championships with the aim of putting his athlete on the podium. The photo shows gold medals won in the 60m and 200m sprints for the Quebec and Ontario provincial championships.
Education
PICP Level 3 (Poliquin International Certification Program) Strength & Conditioning Specialist Poliquin Certified (in progress – national level),
Trainer certified PICP 2 Strength & Conditioning Specialist Poliquin Certified (provincial level),
Big Cut Strong – Thibarmy, Sleep Issues; from Theory to Practice – Designs For Health/Christian Maurice,
The Art of General Population Transformations – Clean Health, Advanced Strategies to Program Design Level 1 – KILO Strength Society, Exercise Kinesiology & Biomechanics seminar – Strength Sensei
Advanced Strength Program Design – Strength Sensei, Fat Loss Bootcamp seminar – Strength Sensei,
Cutting Edge Training Methodology in Hypertrophy – Strength Sensei, Cutting Edge Training Methodology for Achieving Optimal Body Composition – Strength Sensei, personal training (ANIE, CSEP, Can-Fit-Pro, ATP), Metabolic Analytics – Strength Sensei (module 2 – Adrenal & Gut Health),
Metabolic Analytics – Strength Sensei (module 1), BioSignature (Poliquin – Level 2), PIMST & FAT Tool (Poliquin Instant Muscle Strengthening Techniques, & Fascial Abrasion Technique)
Kickboxing (Fitness Kickboxing Canada – level 3 ultimate instructor, ISKA),
Olympic boxing (NCCP),
Sport nutrition (ANIE),
Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP),
Functional rehabilitation (ATP) and other specialized trainings (ANIE),
General BA (Human Kinetics & Business) University of Ottawa.
Body Transformation Seminar – Elemental with Christian Maurice
Julie Beauregard
Elite Master Coach, Coach Development Assistant
Julie started weight training at the age of 19. Aware of the benefits and results on her body, she quickly found a passion and a way to exceed her own limits in this sport. In 2012, the owner of the gym where she trained approached her with the suggestion to enter fitness competitions, which she decided to do soon after and began preparations to compete in the “Hope Cup” – bikini category – in 2013, and in the 127th edition of the IDFA – figure / novice category – in 2017, where she won first place. Since her debut at Elite Coaching, Julie has been trained and mentored by François Preece. She aspires to help others excel through her greatest passion. She wants to help people achieve their goals and improve their physical and mental health.
Training
PICP Level 1 (Poliquin International Certification Program) Strength & Conditioning Specialist Poliquin Certified (regional level),
Advanced weight training methods – YMCA workshop,
What happens with abdominal muscles during pregnancy? – YMCA workshop,
Big Cut Strong – Thibarmy,
Yoga for Back Health – YMCA workshop,
Sports Nutrition Lvl. I – Export coach,
Advanced client evaluation – Elite Coaching, Skin Fold ECourse – Mark Ottobre (Wolfpack)
Personal Training Certification YMCA
Fat loss program design course
Formation KILO – Emotional eating Certification YMCA
Body Transformation Seminar – Elemental with Christian Maurice
Simon Delquignies
Elite Senior Coach
Simon has been involved in various sports since his childhood but he found his true love in the form of Muay Thai Kickboxing. He dedicated himself to his passion and eventually brought it to the professional level. He realized how much he enjoyed sharing his passion not only for Muay Thai but for the sport in general. As a result, he decided to study to become a private trainer, which greatly expanded his views and knowledge of training and recently took a deep interest in strength training.
For the past 10 years, he has been a coach in Australia, France and Canada.
Since his debut at Elite Coaching, Simon has been trained and mentored by François Preece.
Simon’s passion will motivate you and he will coach you to help you reach your goals.
Training
PICP Level 2 (Poliquin International Certification Program) Strength & Conditioning Specialist Poliquin Certified (provincial level),
Certificate III & IV in Fitness and Personal Training at the Royal Melbourne University
Body Transformation Seminar – Elemental with Christian Maurice
Théo mazevet
Elite Coach
Théo is a passionate coach specializing in bodybuilding and powerlifting. He began training at the age of 15, driven by a desire to push his limits and transform his body. At 18, he discovered a true passion for powerlifting, a discipline that combines pure strength and technical skill. Since then, he has continuously deepened his knowledge in training, nutrition, and performance psychology.
Théo made the decision to change his career path to fully dedicate himself to his passion: coaching. This transition allowed him to merge his expertise in bodybuilding and powerlifting with his desire to guide and support others in their own physical evolution. Today, he is fully committed to helping his clients achieve their goals, whether it’s building muscle, gaining strength, burning fat or improving overall fitness.
With a personalized approach and constant support, Théo ensures that every training program is tailored and provides practical advice to maximize results while respecting each individual’s needs and specifics. Whether you’re a beginner or more experienced, Théo is ready to guide you in pushing your limits.
Training
PICP Level 2 (Poliquin International Certification Program) Strength & Conditioning Specialist Poliquin Certified (provincial level),
NASM – National Academy or Sports Medicine, certified Personal Trainer
Body Transformation Seminar – Elemental with Christian Maurice
charles genest
Elite Coach
Since the age of 5, Charles has been driven by a deep passion for sports, which led him to explore various sports before specializing in hockey, a sport he continues to play at an Elite level today. He is also an avid runner, having taken on the challenge of completing marathons. At 16, he discovered strength training—a pivotal moment that not only enhanced his health but also elevated his athletic performance. This marked the beginning of a lifelong journey of growth and mastery, blending strength and well-being to become a complete athlete. Today, Charles channels his extensive experience and unwavering passion into his role as a personal trainer.
His mission is to share his love for sports and performance with those eager to improve their fitness, burn fat, and build strength. Charles thrives on helping his clients push past their limits and unlock their full potential, all while ensuring the process is enjoyable and grounded in self-care.
Training
YMCA: Personal Trainer certification, fitness/physical conditioning,
PICP Level 2 (Poliquin International Certification Program) Strength & Conditioning Specialist Poliquin Certified (provincial level)
Yannick Ahoku
Elite Coach
From an early age, movement already played a significant role in Yannick’s life. He practiced both team sports (soccer) and individual sports (Muay Thai, boxing, dance) for many years. He has been engaged in strength training for a decade and is fascinated by what the human body can achieve, which has driven him to continuously learn about the physical and mental benefits of an active lifestyle.
After completing a bachelor’s degree in political science, he realized that his true calling was to share his passion for an active lifestyle and decided to train to fully dedicate himself to this pursuit. Each goal, whether it’s muscle development, fat loss, or pushing yourself beyond limits, is carefully analyzed and taken seriously by Yannick to provide the best coaching for his client.
Training
Certified Personal Trainer – Poliquin Group
ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association) – Personal Trainer
ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association) – Nutrition Coach
Tiziano Pedinielli
Elite Coach
Originally not very sporty, Tiziano discovered a passion for physical activity after a bet with one of his school teachers. He started with martial arts and quickly found pleasure in physical exertion.
At the age of 16, he realized that to gain strength and confidence, he needed to engage in weight training. He was fortunate to be mentored by two former bodybuilding champions who instilled in him a true passion for training.
Several years later, Tiziano became a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coach and participated in international competitions. Simultaneously, he continued weight training not only to enhance his performances but also to prevent injuries.
To deepen his knowledge, he underwent training with the French Federation of Bodybuilding and Weightlifting, subsequently becoming a sports coach at a highly respected martial arts gym in Europe. His genuine passion lies in imparting his knowledge and helping others become the best version of themselves through sports.
Training
BP JEPS (Professional Certificate in Sport) with a focus on “Fitness Activities”: French Federation of Bodybuilding and Weightlifting
Federal Diploma in “Functional Bodybuilding”: French Federation of Bodybuilding and Weightlifting
Professional Certification in “Bodyweight Strength Training Coach”: French Federation of Bodybuilding and Weightlifting
Federal Diploma in “Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Coach”: French Federation of Judo and Associated Sports
Body Transformation Seminar – Elemental with Christian Maurice
