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ActiveMinds Academy

ActiveMinds Academy is dedicated to fostering academic excellence and personal growth in students through innovative physical training and performing arts programs. We offer a wide range of classes, including drama, presentation, and performing arts, as well as physical training focused on younger learners. Our mission is to create a supportive and dynamic learning environment that prepares students for future success.

We provide comprehensive mind-body development for children aged 4-12, focusing on physical education, performing arts, social-emotional growth, communication, and early sports training.

OUR COURSE

CORE VALUES

At ActiveMinds Academy, our core values guide everything we do:

Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in education and personal development.
Integrity: Acting with honesty and transparency.
Community: Building strong partnerships and fostering a sense of belonging.
Innovation: Embracing creativity and new ideas in teaching and learning.
Respect: Valuing diversity and treating everyone with dignity.

Our Approach to Your Success！

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Initial Consultation

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Instructor Pairing

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Tailored Lesson Planning

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Progress Tracking

ActiveMinds Academy Elite Instructors

Andy

Head Coach

Andy is an experienced physical training coach with a background as a National Level 1 Athlete in Track and Field, which provides him with a deep understanding of sports science and athletic performance. He is dedicated to helping youth and athletes improve their physical fitness and optimize their performance. Andy excels at combining scientific training methods with personalized training plans, offering precise guidance based on the unique needs of each young athlete. His training programs not only focus on physical development but also emphasize holistic growth, including mental resilience, nutrition management, and rehabilitation. Andy’s rigorous teaching approach and enthusiastic work style make him a beloved coach among his students.
Specialties: Cultivating children’s interest in sports, youth physical training, sports introduction, physical development, track and field, long jump, and sprinting.

Adam

Speech and Stage Performance Coach

Adam is a seasoned coach with over 20 years of experience in public speaking and stage performance education for children, teenagers, and adults. For the past 15 years, he has served as a judge and mentor for various competitions. Adam has previously worked as a stage and modeling coach for Fairchild Television and Canadian Chinese Radio, where he trained contestants for pageants such as “Miss Chinese Vancouver” and “Sunshine Nation.” Notable celebrities like Linda Chung, Godfrey Gao, Shawn Dou, Sarah Li, and Eliza Sam have all studied under Adam’s guidance. In 2013, Adam was appointed as the official stage and modeling coach for Miss Chinese Vancouver by Fairchild Television and has also trained participants for the renowned Vancouver Fashion Week.
Specialties: Youth public speaking, stage performance, body language, expression enhancement, observational skills training, model coaching, and stage drama.

Lucas

Coach | UBC Kinesiology

Lucas has achieved multiple championship titles in the BC Men’s Singles Table Tennis Competition. In 2016, he transitioned into coaching, specializing in table tennis, and has since developed numerous champions for the BC Provincial Team. As the head coach, Lucas led Burnaby North High School to victory in the Women’s Table Tennis Provincial Tournament in 2020 and 2023. He also serves as the head coach for the UBC Table Tennis Team, where he fosters a culture of excellence and sportsmanship. Lucas is dedicated to promoting youth development through physical training, skill enhancement, and holistic athletic growth.
Specialties: Youth physical training, skill development, physical growth, table tennis, basketball, and outdoor activities.

Jackie

Coach | UBC Kinesiology

Jackie has a deep passion for athletic performance and youth development, cultivated through his background in track & field and weightlifting. He has extensive experience, including facilitating the UBC Active Kids Gymnastics Program and working with a competitive junior ultimate frisbee team. Jackie is committed to helping young athletes foster their interest in sports, enhance physical fitness, and achieve overall growth and development. His training programs focus on promoting physical development, sports-specific skills, and empowering youth through sports education.
Specialties: Cultivating children’s interest in sports, youth physical training, physical development, track & field, weightlifting, and ultimate frisbee.