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Instructor Q&A: Jonathan Brian Tanuwijaya

On the heels of introducing new personal trainer KJ Johal last month, we’re pleased to profile another new KCC trainer – Jonathan Brian Tanuwijaya. Growing up in Indonesia, he now lives near Kerrisdale and looks forward to helping clients build fitness habits they can carry into everyday life. Q: What is your favourite thing about being a personal trainer?A: I enjoy seeing clients realize they are stronger and more capable than they thought, not just physically but mentally as well.

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Instructor Q&A: KJ Johal

Joining the Kerrisdale Community Centre in January, personal trainer KJ Johal brings four-plus years of experience and a lifetime of sports and fitness to the gym. Q: What is your favourite thing about being a personal trainer?A: Meeting and connecting with new people. As a trainer I have met so many different people from so many different walks of life. Q: What do you want clients to take away from your training?A: New healthy habits that will help

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Instructor Q&A: Rachel Yung

Let’s give a warm welcome to Rachel Yung! Born and raised in Hong Kong, the Marpole-based instructor is excited to bring her passion for Chinese painting to the Kerrisdale Community Centre. Q: What is your favourite thing about teaching Chinese painting?A: Sharing both the techniques and quiet joy of Chinese painting – helping students experience its beauty, rhythm and expressive power. Q: What do you want students to take away from your class?A: Practical skills, confidence in their own creativity and a

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Instructor Q&A: Yoko Maruyama

Say hello to Yoko Maruyama! The veteran Japanese teacher grew up in Tokyo and has been living in Kerrisdale for the past 25 years, launching her own business – Japanese Learning Vancouver – along the way. We caught up with Maruyama to find out more about her passion for languages and teaching. Q: How long have you been teaching at the KCC?A: Since the beginning of 2022. We all were still wearing masks. Q: What is your favourite thing about

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