LEADERSHIP

DAVID HENDERSON

FOUNDER & HEAD COACH

As the founder of our gym, David is an experienced personal trainer and coach with over 14 years of expertise. As a West End resident for the past 8 years, he is passionate about introducing a new fitness community to this vibrant neighbourhood. From training clients with physical and development disabilities to coaching professional athletes, David has a diverse range of experience. His goal-oriented approach in both personal and group training sessions reflects his commitment to improving both physical and mental health. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced athlete, David will meet you where you are and help you achieve your fitness goals. Contact David today to start your fitness journey.

AIMEE DOHERTY

CO-FOUNDER & GENERAL MANAGER

As the co-founder and general manager of Denman Athletics, Aimee brings 15 years of expertise in psychology and behaviour change. Aimee’s holistic approach to health considers not only physical well-being but also mental, social, and nutritional needs. By assessing your behaviour and thought patterns, she helps redesign them to create lasting lifestyle changes that enhance your overall quality of life.

Have any inquiries about Denman Athletics? Reach out to Aimee, and she will provide you with all the answers you need.

NICOLE ROONEY

OPERATIONS MANAGER

As operations manager, Nicole works behind the scenes, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and seamlessly. With a passion for fitness (mainly Gaelic football – an Irish sport) and a knack for organizational efficiency, Nicole plays a pivotal role in shaping the experience of every member who walks through our doors.

At Denman Athletics, our members are at the heart of everything we do, and Nicole embodies this principle wholeheartedly. Always approachable and attentive to member feedback, Nicole strives to continuously improve our services and facilities.

OUR COACHES

DARIÉN SANTILLÁN

PERSONAL TRAINER & GROUP COACH

Darién is a fitness professional certified by National Academy of Sports Medicine. She’s also a Certified Nutritionist, Certified Group Fitness Instructor, and Certified Health Coach. Her main goal is to empower clients to make truly life-altering behaviour changes that will improve their health and well-being for years to come. She loves helping and guiding her clients, of all ages and backgrounds, to create a practice that’s sustainable and fulfilling, through a combination of strength/functional training approaches. She knows variety is the spice of life—both in and out of the gym.

Her personal motto is “When we treat our systems with cohesion, we can maintain lifelong personal habits, enabling us to be our best”

MATHEUS PERUCCI

PERSONAL TRAINER & GROUP COACH

Matheus is originally from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He holds a degree in Physical Education and is CrossFit Level 2 certified, having also completed an Olympic weightlifting seminar with Dmitry Klokov. With over 10 years of experience in strength and conditioning, Matheus is dedicated to helping his clients achieve health and wellness, ensuring they are pain-free and ready to live their lives to the fullest.

Matheus has been passionate about sports from a young age, he has been surfing since the age of 12. This early commitment to surfing laid the foundation for his training approach today. Now, he brings that same focus to his training, pushing hard and helping others do the same.

MAEVE TIERNEY

PERSONAL TRAINER & GROUP COACH

Maeve is a certified gym instructor with a huge passion for fitness and sports. She loves helping people get stronger and become more confident by pushing them out of their comfort zone and helping them grow. Maeve loves working with people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds and always creates a positive, fun environment to help you achieve your goals. 

Maeve not only pushes her clients to achieve their goals, she also pushes herself – with backgrounds in Gaelic Football, Rugby and Muay Thai. She is always on the go and enjoys moving heavy weights and taking part in high intensity training sessions. 

Her personal motto is “We are able to do a lot more than we think.”

ELLY PETCH

PERSONAL TRAINER & GROUP COACH

Elly is a former sports therapist specializing in professional basketball, she brings a wealth of experience in optimizing athletic performance and recovery. With nine years in the fitness industry and a competitive background in swimming, taekwondo, and track and field, she understands the demands and dedication required for peak performance.

Elly’s passion for calisthenics drives her to create engaging and dynamic fitness routines that make working out enjoyable. Whether you’re looking to enhance your athletic abilities or simply want to make fitness a fun part of your daily life, Elly is here to guide and inspire you every step of the way.