Coach Biography

Michelle Taylor

When Michelle first moved to Invermere in 2004 she dreamed of doing something that would bring people together to improve their fitness and running goals while enjoying the incredible beauty of the outdoors.

2007 triathlon clinics were added to the programs offered by CVLS. 2008 Adult boot Camps were added and this year the addition of Children's sport and recreation camps over the spring break and kids triathlon workshops were developed.

2009 marks the fifth year of coaching in the Columbia Valley.

“I hope to keep exploring new ways for my participants to be active in the outdoors

and to achieve their goals.”

Certifications and Experience

Michelle brings a great deal of experience and passion to the clinics through many past experiences both personal and professional including:

Bachelor’s Degree, Honors Physical Education

Minor Recreation Administration

Nordic Pole Walking Instructor Certification

NCCP National Coaching Certification Program

Received the status of "Trained" Level from Coaching Triathlon Canada. Currently working on Comp 1 National Certification Level

Coaching Level One Cross Country Skiing Certification

STFA, OLFP, AFLCA Past Fitness Certifications

Personal Fitness Trainer for 6 years

Competed in du-athlons, triathlons, and 10km to marathon distance road races

Non-Playing Jr. Golf Team Captain at

National and International competitions

Developed sport and recreation camps for youth (Edmonton Parks and Recreation) for 6 years

Running Clinic Coach 2005-2008

Competed University Varsity Tennis for 3 yrs

Triathlon Coach 2007-2008

Movement Education Instructor for youth (2008/2009)

Alberta Golf Junior and Amateur Department Manager AB Developed training camps for Elite Amateur Ladies, Men's Provincial Teams

Junior Boys & Girls Golf Teams for 7 years

Reporter for the Upper Columbia Valley Pioneer (2004-2005)

Coach Biography

Michelle Taylor

Certifications and Experience

Wife and Mother of 3, which has really taught me more about life than I could imagine!