Our Team

Jimmy Kim is a seasoned fitness professional with over 12 years of experience as a coach and trainer. He is the proud owner of Jimmy’s Athletics.

A certified personal trainer and kettlebell specialist, Jimmy is also a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, showcasing his dedication to mastering the art of martial discipline. His diverse training repertoire spans Boxing, Muay Thai, Tae Kwon Do, and Self-Defense

With a background in martial arts, Jimmy has helped individuals of all fitness levels achieve their goals, whether it’s building strength, losing weight, or gaining confidence. His experience includes delivering self-defense programs for schools across the GTA and partnering with top organizations like TELUS, Deloitte, and the University of Toronto.

Jimmy’s commitment to fitness and martial arts is driven by his belief in their transformative power—helping individuals build confidence, resilience, and a stronger connection to themselves. Whether coaching competitive athletes or teaching life-saving skills in schools, Jimmy strives to make a positive impact on every person he trains.

Coach Fernando has been training for over 12 years in boxing, both in Mexico City and Toronto. He is passionate about the art of boxing and sharing his love for the sport with others. With already three amateur fights under his belt, and a black belt in Taekwondo, he is well-suited to clients looking to either try martial arts for the first time, or train for an upcoming fight. 

Overall, with a background in mixed martial arts and a passion for boxing, Coach Fernando is the ideal personal trainer for those interested in perfecting their striking. During his group classes and one-on-one training sessions, you can expect an intense, explosive workout, which mixes endurance, strength and cardiovascular training, as well as boxing combinations for a full-body workout.

Coach Paya began his bodybuilding and powerlifting journey in 2022. In two brief years, he achieved a level of physical fitness adequate for HYROX. He completed the HYROX Toronto race in October, 2024, which consisted of 8 target-based strength-testing stations with a 1 kilometer run in between each station. Currently, he is training to run a marathon, while continuing to pursue bodybuilding. He is in his third year of undergraduate studies, completing his Bachelor’s of Sciences degree in Kinesiology at University of Toronto, St. George. 

As an instructor, Paya’s number one philosophy is to prioritize the connection he is able to achieve with his clients. He believes that creating strong bonds with his clients allows them to work as hard as they can, which is the key to their success. Complex or fancier exercises are not a replacement for trust, hard work, nor dedication. He believes that you are capable of achieving anything you put your mind to and looks forward to helping you reach your goals at Jimmy’s Athletics!

Coach Meredith Kenny has trained the art of Brazilian capoeira for 18 years, starting in March 2006 across Canada, Brazil and the United States. Since 2010, she has dedicated her time to training capoeira for adults and youth. Meredith (Marionete) is a student of the Filhos de Bimba Escola de Capoeira based in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil with schools around the world under the guidance and mentorship of Manoel Nasimento Machado (Mestre Nenel).

Meredith is a force of nature, both as an athlete and a coach. As an athlete, in addition to capoeira, Meredith participates in mountain trail running. Most recently, she completed the 2022 Broken Arrow Skyrace (26 km) at Palisades Tahoe Mountain in Northern California and the 2024 Buckin’ Hell Trail Race (35 km) at Mount Seymour in North Vancouver. 

As a coach, Meredith is deeply passionate about sharing her love for capoeira and Brazilian music and culture with her students. Meredith believes in the transformative power of capoeira as a physical expression and creator of community. A playful coach who will provide challenges to expand your limits, Meredith’s classes focus on developing technique and confidence while having a lot of fun.