Meet the Team
The team of CounterBalance brings together a group of some of the most eclectic and experienced professionals in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Serving clients and members both locally and worldwide, CounterBalance has been a pioneer in the ever changing fitness industry bringing you the most modern and cutting edge training environment and fitness education available.
Amy J Gallant
Certified Elite Master Personal Trainer, Licensed Naturotherapist & Founder
Amy J. Gallant is a dynamic and inspiring individual with over 35 years of dedicated experience in the sports and fitness industry. Her journey began at the age of 12 when she discovered passion for wellness, leading her to explore various facets of fitness both personally and professionally. Throughout her career, Amy has coached thousands of clients, guiding them to achieve their health and fitness goals through her extensive knowledge and motivating approach.
Her areas of expertise are vast and include Group Fitness Instruction, Personal Training, Power Lifting, Olympic Lifting, Bodybuilding, and Physique Competition Preparation, Sports Conditioning, and Strength Coaching. Additionally, she specializes in Post-Rehabilitative and & Posture Corrective Training, as well as Pre and Post-Natal Training. Amy also offers Online Coaching, Reiki Healing, has Yoga 200hr education, and is a licensed practitioner in Orthomolecular Naturopathy and Sport Nutrition.
As an Elite Master Personal Trainer, she is a certifying instructor for various course lineups, sharing her wealth of knowledge with aspiring fitness professionals. With over 25 years of experience training clients and a commitment to achieving phenomenal results, Amy continues to inspire and empower individuals and their journey to health and wellness. Her passion for fitness and holistic well-being is evident in everything she does, making her a respected leader in the industry. Train Smart, Get Results!
Monica Crocker
Interim Business Operations Manager
Monica Crocker brings a strong foundation of business ownership and administrative expertise to her role at CounterBalance. With a background in office administration and business management, she offers a well-rounded skill set that supports both the operational and organizational needs of the facility. Her experience as a business owner has equipped her with practical insight into leadership, problem-solving, and efficient workflow management, allowing her to maintain smooth day-to-day operations in a fast-paced, member-focused environment.
In her role as Business Operations Manager, Monica oversees administrative functions, ensures operational continuity, and works closely with both leadership and staff to uphold the facility’s standards of service and member experience. Her focus remains on strengthening internal operations, supporting team development, and fostering a welcoming, well-managed environment for all members.
John Joseph
Facility Coordinator
& Certified Personal Trainer
As Facility Coordinator at CounterBalance, John Joseph plays a key role in the daily operations and overall member experience within our space. With a professional background as a Health, Safety and Environment Specialist, he brings a sharp, detail-oriented approach to facility standards, safety protocols, and operational flow. His presence helps ensure that our environment remains not only high-performing, but also structured, safe, and aligned with the level of professionalism our members expect.
John’s leadership on the floor is rooted in both organization and accountability. He works closely with staff and members alike to maintain a clean, efficient, and welcoming training environment while upholding the policies and standards that keep CounterBalance running at its best. His ability to blend operational oversight with genuine care for the member experience makes him an integral part of the CounterBalance community.
In addition to his role in facility coordination, John brings nearly eight years of experience in personal training and fitness management. He applies his knowledge to support members in achieving their goals through structured, safe, and effective programming, reinforcing our commitment to helping individuals build strength, confidence, and long-term wellness.
Daniel DeGrace
Certified Elite Master Trainer, Kinesiologist, PT Management
Daniel recognizes the challenges that limit fitness capacities, such as injury and pain.
For the past 16 years, he has dedicated himself as an experienced Kinesiologist to helping hundreds of clients rehabilitate their injuries and overcome pain, empowering them to reach their full potential.
As a highly skilled Kinesiologist with extensive training in human movement, biomechanics, and injury rehabilitation, Daniel is committed to optimizing physical performance, preventing injuries, and enhancing overall well-being.
He has worked with a diverse clientele, from bodybuilding to rehab, creating personalized exercise and rehabilitation programs that foster functional strength, mobility, and long-term health, all rooted in his philosophy that life is best enjoyed through pain-free movement.
Patricia Barrett
Certified Elite Personal Trainer,
Bachelor of Recreation
Patricia is a fitness enthusiast with over a decade and a half of Certified Trainer expertise with CounterBalance. With a Bachelor of Recreation Degree, Patricia has participated extensively in numerous sporting and fitness-related activities on regional, provincial and national levels. At present, she enjoys resistance and physique-based training.
Her client instruction focus integrates muscle balance, symmetry, body composition and postural enhancement through her program designs. Core and functional strength conditioning balanced with proper flexibility and nutrition intake is her key approach with clients. Patricia brings extensive experience in working in a team environment as well as a dynamic personality to CounterBalance. She enjoys sharing her experience and enthusiasm with her clients.
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