Dawn Dunfield-Whitters

While growing up, though always healthy, I was not particularly active and I only embraced my healthy lifestyle in adulthood. After joining a new gym in town, I enjoyed the Group Fitness classes so much that I knew right away I had to pursue this as a career. Since then, it has evolved from "part-time-gig" to a full-time career and I see no end in sight. My teaching repetoire has expanded to include Yoga, Pilates, Bootcamps, Bellyfit, Zumba and more--some of which I have chosen to focus on and still teach presently. Through this experience, I discovered I am a natural "teacher"; it was what I was put on earth to do and I gain such energy and reward from educating, motivating and inspiring a group of people, whether at a workshop on Controlling Cravings, or jam-packed Fitness or Yoga class.

When the opportunity arose for us to move our family to the small town of Sussex, New Brunswick to own and operate a Simply For Life franchise, we jumped on it. This move allowed us to dedicate ourselves full-time to helping other people figure out the same thing we did: that eating healthy and moving your body in a way that benefits you allows you to enjoy life more wholeheartedly and hopefully, for longer!

My passion for my career-choice has been a positive influence on the rest of my family. My 14 year old daughters practice Yoga, participate in classes and events organized by my Company, and know this lifestyle of healthy living as their "normal". My husband is also involved in the business as the main Nutritional Consultant and  assists in fitness events.

This is no longer just our job; this is our life. I want to incorporate my other love, travel, with teaching active living and want my family to be a part of this as well. I have listed my certificatons below; if you need more information, please let me know.

Can Fit Pro:

Nutition and Wellness Consultant

Fitness Instructor Specialist

Personal Trainer Specialist

East to West Yoga: First level of Pilates Mat Training

Physical Mind Institue: in process of completing Pilates Mat Training

Maureen Rae: Yoga Teacher Training

Yoga workshop with Doug Kelly

Alive Academy: Nutritional Consultant Certification

Current CPR and AED certification

Bellyfit and Zumba certifications were acquired but no longer current