Personal Training in Stittsville | Between The Bumpers

Stittsville's Health & Performance Center · Serving Stittsville, Richmond & Kanata

Personal Training · Stittsville · Adults 35+

Finally, personal training that fits real life.

Built for busy professionals and active adults who want to feel strong, confident, and in control of their health — without chaos, competition, or guesswork.

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★★★★★ 115+ five-star reviews · 20-min call · No pressure

Coach Sam guiding a client through a deadlift at Between The Bumpers

Our specialty

Strength & longevity coaching for adults 35+ — built around your real schedule.

You don't need more intensity.

You need structure, clarity, and someone who already knows what works.

Between The Bumpers isn't a gym. We're Stittsville's first Health & Performance Center — built for capable adults who want fitness to support their real life, not take it over.

Built specifically for

Two kinds of people thrive here.

If you see yourself in one of these, you're in the right place.

Coach working with a busy professional client at Between The Bumpers

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The Busy Professional or Parent

You're juggling work, family, and everything else. You don't have time to figure out a workout plan — you need someone to handle it so you can just show up.

30–55, balancing career and home life
Tired of feeling stiff, low-energy, behind
Want strength for parenting, work, daily life
Hate crowded, chaotic gym environments
Value expert guidance over guesswork

Older adult chatting with Coach Sam at Between The Bumpers

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The Active Adult, 40 to 65

You're not chasing 6-pack abs. You want to stay strong, mobile, and independent for the next 20+ years — without feeling out of place at a gym built for someone else.

Focused on longevity, not aesthetics
Want to keep golfing, hiking, traveling pain-free
Worried about stiffness and losing mobility
Done with intimidating, ego-driven gym culture
Looking for expert coaching that meets you where you are

Why we're different

Not a gym. Not a CrossFit box. Something built for real people.

Most fitness options force you into a category that doesn't fit. We don't.

Big Box Gyms

The "access" model

You build your own workouts
Crowded, anonymous environment
No coaching, no progression
Fight for equipment at peak hours
Easy to start, easier to quit

CrossFit / HIIT Boxes

The "intensity" model

High competition, leaderboards
One-size-fits-all programming
Built for athletes, not real life
Higher injury risk for adults 40+
Burnout, then dropout

Between The BumpersThe "guidance" model
We build the plan — you show up
Calm, professional environment
Expert coaching every session
Designed for adults 35+, longevity-first
Sustainable for years, not weeks

Meet your coach

Sam Sabourin

Sam founded Between The Bumpers because he was tired of watching capable adults get squeezed out of fitness — by chaotic gyms, intimidating CrossFit boxes, and influencer culture that made everyone feel like they didn't belong.

He built BTB to be the place he wished existed: a calm, structured, professional space for real people who want strength, longevity, and confidence in their bodies — without the noise.

"We work with real people, not athletes. No intimidation — just results that support the life you want to live."

Real members · Real results

Stories from people just like you.

115+ five-star reviews on Google. Here are a few in their own words.

It's been just over a year since I walked in for my No-Sweat Consultation. This is the first gym experience in my 58 years where I've had the motivation to commit — and it's enabled me to benefit from getting stronger and finally finding relief from chronic pain I've had for 25 years.

Terry Byars

Canadian Border Services · Member, 1+ year

I feel younger and stronger than I did 10 years ago. I never thought at my age I would be doing pull-ups or lifting heavy weights — but here I am. The body is capable of so much more than we think.

Sarah Kennedy

Small Business Owner, Stittsville

An amazing gym, knowledgeable coaches that set the tone for a friendly and supportive environment to challenge myself without judgment. The on-ramp identified the areas I need to work on, and I'm already noticing improvements with my overall fitness. My expectations have been exceeded.

Shaun Perry

Veteran, Canadian Armed Forces

The respectful, intelligent and caring focus by Sam aids in exceptional progress in strength, mobility and general fitness. The coaches are super at modifying workouts so each individual progresses at their own rate. I'm forever grateful for the well-attuned structure at BTB.

Kat Fisher

Retired, Dragon Boat Racer

What to expect

Your free 20-minute discovery call.

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just a conversation to see if we're a good fit.

You tell us where you're at

What's been frustrating, what you've tried before, what your week actually looks like. We listen — that's the whole job at this stage.

We tell you what we'd recommend

Based on what you share, we'll suggest the best starting point — personal training, semi-private, or group fitness. Sometimes we recommend you start somewhere else entirely. We'd rather be honest than push.

You decide what's next

If it feels like a fit, we'll book your in-person No-Sweat Consultation at the gym. If not, no hard feelings — you'll leave with clarity either way.

Common questions

Things people often ask before booking.

Short, honest answers — no fluff.

Am I too old (or too out of shape) for this?

No. The majority of our personal training clients are between 40 and 65, and many haven't trained seriously in years — or ever. We meet you exactly where you are. Every program is built around your current ability, your history, and your goals. You won't be the slowest. You won't be out of place.

How is this different from a regular gym?

Most gyms sell access — you walk in, figure it out, hope you stay consistent. We sell guidance. Every session is coached. Every program is built for you. You don't need to think about what to do, how heavy, or whether your form is right. We handle that.

If you've ever joined a gym and quit because you didn't know what to do, that's exactly the problem we solve.

Is this CrossFit?

No. We focus on strength and conditioning — but without the competition, leaderboards, or "push to failure" culture. Our priority is sustainable, long-term strength. Adults 35+ get hurt in CrossFit gyms because the model isn't built for them. Ours is.

What does it cost?

It depends on the program — personal training, semi-private, and group fitness all have different price points. We'll go over options on the discovery call once we understand what fits your situation. We're a premium coaching center, not a $40/month access gym, but most of our members tell us it's the most worthwhile investment they make in their health.

I have an old injury / back pain / a bad knee. Can I still train?

Yes — and this is actually one of our specialties. We work closely with our in-house physiotherapy and athletic therapy team, so we can build programs around injuries safely. Many members come to us because their physio recommended it.

How quickly do most people see results?

Most members feel a real difference within 4–6 weeks — better energy, less stiffness, more confidence. Visible strength changes typically take 8–12 weeks. We're not selling a 6-week transformation. We're building strength that lasts decades.

What if I'm not sure which program is right for me?

That's literally what the discovery call is for. We'll ask about your goals, schedule, and history, and recommend what fits. There's no commitment. Many people start with one program and adjust as they go.

Ready for fitness that finally fits your real life?

Book a free 20-minute discovery call with our team. We'll listen, we'll be honest about whether we're the right fit, and you'll leave with a clear next step — whatever that ends up being.

Free, no commitment
Phone call only — no need to come in yet
You'll talk to a coach, not a salesperson
Walk away with clarity, even if we're not the right fit

Book your free discovery call

Takes about 30 seconds. We'll text you to schedule.