Joey
Traa

Member Services

Joey is a communications professional who is back in school after ten years away to get his Masters in Counselling.

He is a long-time advocate for sport and was part of the marketing team at Sport Manitoba that helped launch the Fitness Centre in 2017.

Along with being a student, he is also in his sixth season as the assistant coach for the women’s basketball team at Providence University College. Joey has been a Fitness Centre member since its opening, and if you’re looking for him outside of his shift, you’re likely to find him in a HIIT class or on a spin bike.

Favourite exercise: Spin classes!

Joey Traa

Importance of Strength Training for Runners

It’s no secret that aerobic activities like running have...

Podcast Episode: At-Home Activities

Our Fitness Centre Manager Giulia De Leo and our...

Summer Solstice Karma Class

June 21 is a special day for many reasons...

News Post

My Take On 6 Years at Sport Manitoba Fitness

The fitness studio was dimly lit with glowing, flameless candles and the emerging morning sun. It was my first time instructing a fusion class, which is a blend of pilates and yoga.  It was a cozy and relaxing start to that January day in 2018, for both myself and the class. This is one of…

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