SVPT

Personal Trainer
Sarah Riske

TRAINING Philosophy:

Sarah believes that time spent at the gym should feel both fun and fulfilling. Her approach focuses on building sustainable fitness routines that align with each client’s individual needs, goals, and lifestyle. She understands that change can be challenging, but having someone to help navigate obstacles and celebrate progress can make all the difference. To Sarah, success isn’t just about how fast you reach your goals, but how much you learn and grow along the way.

Certifications

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University of Alberta
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

certificate

University of Alberta
Research Certificate in Kinesiology

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Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology
Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Favourite Exercise

personal-training

It’s certainly not an exercise she finds easy, but one of Sarah’s favourite movements is the Turkish Get-Up. There’s something incredibly satisfying about being able to get up from the ground while holding a weight overhead.

HISTORY

Growing up, Sarah spent most of her free time at the barn with her horse, so it wasn’t until university that she first set foot in a gym. To her surprise, the gym quickly became a source of confidence and healing, filling the void left by the loss of her horse. After many years as a student, Sarah realized she wanted a career that would allow her to help others discover the same confidence and joy through movement.

TrainEE Type

While Sarah enjoys working with people of all backgrounds and fitness levels, a couple of client groups hold a special place in her heart. During university, she worked on a research project focused on predicting fall risk. This sparked her passion for helping older adults remain active, strong, and independent. She also knows firsthand how intimidating and overwhelming it can feel to walk into a gym for the first time. That experience fuels her dedication to supporting beginners with compassion and encouragement as they take their first steps towards a healthier lifestyle.

What SARAH'S CLIENTS ARE SAYING

“We have always been an active couple, enjoying many different indoor and outdoor sports, but we felt we needed a bit more advice and motivation to carry us into our golden years. We are both turning 60 years old this year, so we decided to "treat" ourselves to a series of personal training sessions, and we are so glad we chose SVPT Fitness to help us out. After a very thorough and slightly humbling assessment, we signed up with Sarah to help us out with our fitness goals. Sarah curated an excellent full-body workout designed specifically for us and our individual needs, and we have been training with her for eight months now. We are very impressed with Sarah's professionalism, genuine kindness, and commitment to her profession. Sarah has helped us to become stronger, more stable, more flexible and our overall health and well-being has improved tremendously. We really enjoy our work-out sessions with Sarah at SVPT Fitness. The gym is bright and airy with all the equipment needed to achieve results. Thank you, Sarah - your specialized advice and motivation has helped us to move better, feel better, and be better.”
Anne & David M.
“Working with Sarah has been an incredibly rewarding experience for both me and my husband. From the very beginning, Sarah has demonstrated exceptional professionalism and deep knowledge in her field. Her ability to tailor workouts that are both challenging and fun has kept us motivated and engaged throughout our fitness journey. Sarah isn’t just a trainer—she’s a true partner in helping us improve our strength and mobility. She listens, adapts, and always brings positive energy to every session. Her thoughtful approach and encouragement have made a real difference in our progress, and we genuinely enjoy every workout with her.”
Sandy & Shane B
"Sarah Riske with SVPT Fitness has been absolutely fantastic to work with. Due to a number of physical issues, I had been struggling to get through even a half-hour workout for the last couple of years. From the very first session with Sarah, I noticed a huge positive change with being able to get through the full hour. Every session I’ve had she has been very focused on ensuring the movements I'm doing are right for the exercise and my particular limitations. She has not hesitated in trying different things or modifications to help me reach my fitness goals. Her coaching and tips have carried over into my day-to-day life as well, enabling me to address previously unnoticed problem areas. The rest of the staff have also been open and friendly in every interaction I've had. The facility itself is well-equipped and never crowded, making it easy to do any and all exercise routines. Definitely would recommend."
Joel Basco

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