Andrew Yap
Trainer, Coach - BPhEd, BEd, NCCP Level 4/5
Professional Coach designation with Athletics Canada
Athletic involvement and life-long learning are the backbone of Andrew's training philosophy. Having competed in soccer and track and field at university and semi-pro levels, he strives to be the Coach that encourages athletes’ physical, mental, social & emotional development. He brings to his clients up-to-date training methods and protocols from ongoing research, experience and from the mentorship of multiple coaches.
Andrew’s almost 40 years experience has positioned him as a Trainer that provides results. He’s been committed to continuing education, coaching, training and developing athletes to be their best. He is a speed and conditioning specialist that believes in training all energy systems through safe, progressive and sequenced development programs.
As of 2024 Andrew is working with the Mississauga Hurricanes Women’s Hockey Association, helping them develop into an annual championship organization. He’s also the hurdle speed coach for the Brock University Track & Field team. When he’s not working in the community with elite athletes, Andrew can be found training clients at the Centre, running ladders and speed drills in the parking lot, at Hydro Hill or at the Hamilton mountain stairs. He’s often leading a group workout, such as Saturday morning Bootcamp or Tuesday night Tabata. Andrew loves to move, be outside and encourages everyone to be more active in their lives.
Andrew is a highly sought-after team training coach for dry-land or sport-specific needs. More info can be found on his website speedunltd.com To speak with him directly about the needs of your team or group, contact himHERE.
FAQs with Andrew
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My interest in fitness came about naturally starting with childhood playing, then competition, and then wanting to compete at a higher level. This process along with coaching athletes and teams in different sports sparked an interest into researching and gaining knowledge on how to improve sport specific fitness.
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The best part is the challenge of evaluating and then planning F.U.N training sequences. I enjoy safely helping individuals and groups reach their fitness goals while building a community rapport. The end goal is always to promote “Fitness Lifestyle for Life”.
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I don’t have just one, but creative exercises that challenge stability in order to set one’s CORE while building overall strength. Raised- feet, exercise ball rollout-push up combo would be an example.
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My favourite is a slice of thin crust sourdough pizza with pepperoni, pineapple, hot peppers and mushrooms.
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Having been in the industry for years, I have worked with many clients for a decade or more. There’s not one specific group, and I enjoy working equally with pro, junior and recreational athletes, as well as working adults. I have a number of fun, hard-working clients in the men’s ‘fit over 50’ demographic.
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I like any song with a smooth beat; ‘Can I get a…’ is on my workout playlist right now.
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Sport-specific conditioning for athletes and teams, including speed improvement
Persons 40+ looking to optimize their training and health
DEDICATED athletes, active persons, professionals who work hard to achieve their goals
“We are what we repeatedly do.
Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit.”
Aristotle