evidence-based FITNESS
empathy-based COACHING

 

Hey, I’m Coach Dylan.

 

I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all, quick fixes, or unsustainable practices.

My aim is to educate & empower my clients to live the lifestyle they want — one where you can not only achieve your goals but maintain them without sacrificing everything you enjoy.

 
 
 

What Makes Me Different, You May Ask?

 
 

While I stay up to date on the best science-based practices for fitness and nutrition, I also know that the human and coaching aspect are equally as important to helping you achieve your goals.

I take a client centred approach that is based around the actual science of fitness.

 
 
 

This Means:

-I am not your drill sergeant and will not shame you. Ever.

-I am working with your best interest in mind, not mine.

-I will always collaborate with you to ensure we have a plan you feel confident in and motivated by.

-I am invested in helping you achieve and sustain your goals. I don’t provide BS fitness hacks or rapid solutions.

-I am here to make your fitness journey as simple and effective as possible.

-I care about you developing your self-efficacy! I don’t think you should need me forever.

 

See What My Clients Have to Say.

  • Coach Dylan is a fantastic trainer whose sessions I look forward to each week. I have made consistent gains and am thrilled with the progress Dylan has helped to unlock. More importantly, I have learned so much from Dylan. He is a source of endless knowledge, is encouraging and is a wonderfully kind person. I leave each session feeling stronger, more motivated and better informed than I was before. I have recommended Dylan to friends and I will continue to do so

    Andrew L

  • "Dylan is an amazing coach and very fun to train with. I've known and been training with Dylan for 5 years. He is knowledgeable about strength training, nutrition and all things health & fitness related. He sets realistic expectations from day 1, makes a good program and is diligent in correcting my workout form to get best results. I usually dislike working out but I truly find workout sessions with Dylan a lot more enjoyable. He's motivated me to work out more and gain a better understanding of health & fitness over the years."

    Jingwen L

  • “I’ve been working with Dylan DaCosta for more than 5 years. After having had numerous coaches in the past, I can honestly say that he is definitely the best. He custom tailors a program to meet my goals and abilities to move step by step toward achieving my fitness and conditioning objectives. He is well versed in physiology and nutrition and continues to study his craft to build excellence upon excellence and convey his knowledge to his clients. When working out with Dylan he always gives you the feeling that you’re his only client. Worth more than 5 stars”

    Henry W

  • Since I had finished school fulltime while working fulltime the first thing I gave up was my fitness routine. Wanting to get back into shape in a sustainable way I was on the pursuit to find a well rounded trainer. One that had knowledge of fitness but nutrition. About 3 years ago I started working with Dylan, and what a transformation it has been! From my thoughts around nutrition and demystifying what the health industry had taught me to believe; to teaching me patience with your body and consistency are the keys to transforming you body. Dylan and Five elements Fitness are a supportive team to help you through your health and fitness goals to deliver a healthy mind and body.

    Sumaira C

  • “Coach Dylan is committed to your success and adapts his approach to your needs. He listens to your objectives and adjusts his programming and approach to hit your goals, whether it be getting strong, leaner, or healthier. I would highly recommend working with Dylan!”

    Blake M

  • "I have had the pleasure getting personal training from Dylan at Five Elements over the years. Dylan is always professional, innovative, friendly, and fun to work with. He’s motivated me to keep going when it was very hard to make scheduling work. I highly recommend Five Elements team for personal training."

    Vicky W

  • "I've worked with several trainers over the years, and Dylan is the best. His approach to programming is methodical and highly customized to your goals, which are also carefully considered. As an extension of his strategy, his implementation on the gym floor leaves you feeling challenged but accomplished. The results speak for themselves, and it's a ton of fun getting there."

    Mike E

  • "Highly recommend Dylan DaCosta. I have been training with Dylan for over five years and the experience has been excellent! He has helped me establish realistic goals, get stronger and fitter and improve my nutrition. I have transitioned from in person to virtual and we did not miss a beat! He even helped me source equipment for my home gym."

    Loretta M

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