DOUG PICKARD (OWNER - FLUID FITNESS)
Doug was born and raised on Vancouver Island. He has always been active and loves to share his love for fitness with his friends and clients. Doug enjoys working with people of all ages , and enjoys the unique challenges presented by people of all different ages. He particularly enjoys working with people with cognitive disorders, such as Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimers. Movement disorders are his specialty.
In his spare time he enjoys cycling, paddleboarding, trail running, hiking, and cross-country skiing. As well as being a full-time Personal Trainer, Doug also is the volunteer facilitator for the Oceanside Parkinson's Disease Support Group and an Ambassador with the Davis Phinney Foundation.
Doug now works primarily with people living with Parkinson's Disease. What started 15 years ago as a simple one on one PT session with a lady who had PD has expanded into a career focused on helping those with PD through a variety of exercise options.
Certifications
Pedaling For Parkinson's Cycling Instructor
Davis Phinney Foundation Ambassador
Certified Personal Fitness Trainer BCRPA
(Formerly Certified) ROCK STEADY BOXING Coach / Affiliate Owner
Certified PWR!Moves Instructor Parkinson Wellness Recovery (Dr. Becky Farley U of Arizona)
Nutrition and Wellness Specialist Can-Fit Pro
Level One Athletics Coach NCCP
JointWorks Certified instructor BC Arthritis Society
In his spare time he enjoys cycling, paddleboarding, trail running, hiking, and cross-country skiing. As well as being a full-time Personal Trainer, Doug also is the volunteer facilitator for the Oceanside Parkinson's Disease Support Group and an Ambassador with the Davis Phinney Foundation.
Doug now works primarily with people living with Parkinson's Disease. What started 15 years ago as a simple one on one PT session with a lady who had PD has expanded into a career focused on helping those with PD through a variety of exercise options.
Certifications
Pedaling For Parkinson's Cycling Instructor
Davis Phinney Foundation Ambassador
Certified Personal Fitness Trainer BCRPA
(Formerly Certified) ROCK STEADY BOXING Coach / Affiliate Owner
Certified PWR!Moves Instructor Parkinson Wellness Recovery (Dr. Becky Farley U of Arizona)
Nutrition and Wellness Specialist Can-Fit Pro
Level One Athletics Coach NCCP
JointWorks Certified instructor BC Arthritis Society
Doug and his wife Sue completing the Tour de Victoria |
Doug receiving a signed jersey from Olympian/Tour de France stage Winner Davis Phinney at DPF Conference in Minneapolis
Presenting at the Davis Phinney Victory Summit leadership Conference, Denver, Colorado |