About Us
Mari-Ann is a Coach, Mentor, Motivational Expert, Certified Professional Trainer, INBA International Natural Bodybuilder and Consultant. She proudly represented Team Canada in Thessaloniki, Greece in Nov.2007 where she placed 4th in the World. She is the Owner of the Nordic Warrior Goddess and Coach of Adventure Boot Camp in Osoyoos. Mari-Ann is a powerful, "ONE woman show" that runs all aspects of her business besides competing and motivating others to reach their own success.
Mari-Ann was born and raised in Norway and fitness and Nutrition has always been part of her healthy lifestyle. She was given the nick name, "The Nordic Warrior Goddess" by her best friends and clients based on her background, Viking Heritage and Warrior Spirit. "The Nordic Warrior Goddess" is now her new company name. She has over 20 years experience and over 3000 hours of program experience in the fitness industry and has been mentored by some of the very best in the field. She is also a world traveller and spent 8 years on the most prestigious cruise ships in the World in the ultra luxury 6 star market where she held the position of a Recreational Director and ran all aspects of the activities and entertainment for the discerning traveller. Mari-Ann also competed in the Norwegian Championship in Archery twice. She is a true inspiration, extremely passionate and loves to educate and share fitness with anyone who shows interest and dedication.
Mari-Ann is Certified and Trained in the following areas:
- ACE, Certified Personal Trainer
- Cory Holly Institute - CSNA Student
- NESTA, Certified Adventure Fitness Trainer
- IDEA, Professional Business Member
- LEKI, USA Nordic Walking Instructor
- ACE, Speciality Recognized in Strength
- PADI, SCUBA Dive Master
- Certified Pilates Instructor, Physical Mind Institute
- Certified CPR, LEVEL C (St.Johns Ambulance)
- Certified Standard First Aid (St.John's Ambulance)
- Muscle Balance and Function Development Instructor Level.2
- MBF, Internship Training
- Hard Core Strength Training
- Sports and Core Conditioning
- Clinical Exercise Specialist Course
- Featured on City TV Breakfast Television
- SNU (Sports Nutrition Update), Featured as Special Guest Expert
- Landmark Forum
- Landmark Advanced Forum
- Landmark Communication Courses
- Land Mark Education
Guest Lecturers
Cory Holly
As Canada's Ambassador of Sports Nutrition, Health & Fitness, and recipient of the 2003 CHFA Sports Nutrition Hall of Fame Award, Cory is committed to helping people integrate optimum nutrition, functional exercise and natural health products into their everyday lives by providing them with the educational resources they need to accomplish this. As President of the Cory Holly Institute and Holly Health Services, Cory works as an independent consultant, technical advisor and professional motivational speaker, and writes fitness and health related articles for several national health magazines. His specialty is product formulation, personal health assessment and research in human performance. Cory lectures routinely at health shows, fitness symposiums and trade conventions throughout North America and is also the Director of Education for INBA Canada. For more info please visit CoryHolly.com
Tracy Holly
Tracy Holly is the Executive Assistant and Public Relations Officer for the Cory Holly Institute. She is a health & fitness activist and is a great believer in alternative natural medicine. In addition to being a full-time mum, Tracy works as an emcee and coordinates national health & fitness symposiums. Tracy is the author of The Athlete's Cookbook and lectures to women's groups, children groups and at trade shows on Health, Wellness and Staying Fit. Tracy also narrates Sports Nutrition Update (SNU), teaches Latin & Ballroom dancing and competes in Masters' level Ms. Fitness and natural bodybuilding. Tracy has an extensive and eclectic background in Ballroom and Latin dancing. She is a member of the Canadian Dance Teacher's Association (CDTA) and successfully competed for Canada on a professional level. Tracy also works as a consultant and national spokesperson for various supplement suppliers. For more info please visit CoryHolly.com
