Founder & Director

Adam began Transform in 2017 and has had the privilege of working with athletes of all sports and all ages, including NHL stars.

After his playing career with the Saskatoon Blades of the WHL, Adam got degrees in both Exercise Science and Sports Management at Griffith University while playing for the Newcastle North Stars in the AIHL, and representing Team Australia at the IIHF World Championships.

Upon graduating, Adam became a certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) while coaching the Island Royals U18AAA Team. While coaching, Adam began Transform with 8 local hockey players - many of which went on to play Jr. A, college and pro hockey.

Fast forward 7 years and Transform is now home to over 1000 athletes. Transform hosts a wide array of programs and teams in our brand new performance centre.

Adam has expanded Transform into more than just a training facility, now including a full-time Transform Hockey Academy. The Academy provides elite players with strength training, on-ice skill development and academics. Adam’s latest venture is the formation of Transforms first hockey team - the Transform Predators.

Adam takes an all encompassing approach to athlete development and focuses on much more than strength to build a complete athlete. Once a foundation is developed, Adam tailors training to individual needs and sport-specific focuses. Adam thrives on providing a positive and energetic environment to get the most out of each athlete whether it is in the gym, on the ice, or in the classroom.

Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach
Head Yoga Instructor

Chris has been a Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach at Transform for 3 years. Prior to Transform, Chris was a Strength Coach in Saskatoon where he coached Junior and NHL stars.

In addition to his Strength & Conditioning Certification, Chris is a Yoga Instructor. Bringing his passion for yoga along with his sporting background, Chris is able to take our mobility training to another level.

Chris brings an energy to his sessions that cannot go unnoticed. He goes above an beyond to ensure each athlete is getting the most out of every session.

Skills Coach - Transform Sports
Head Coach - U15 Jr. Grizzlies
Assistant Coach - Transform Predators

Jesse comes from Ontario where he was drafted 21st overall to the Erie Otters of the OHL. After 5 years in the OHL, Jesse played for the University of Guelph Gryphons.

Since his playing career, Jesse began coaching and working with youth teams before he moved to Victoria where he was a head coach with Victoria Racquet Club.

Jesse has been a great addition to our on-ice staff and we are excited to have so many players that will benefit from Jesse’s education, experience, and coaching.

Academic Coordinator - Transform Hockey Academy
HUB GM JPHL & FSL Manager

Leah comes from Ottawa where she was a dual athlete playing collegiate soccer and hockey in the PWHL. She is very passionate about the importance of being able to properly balance both academics and athletics.

Leah has a degree in Child and Youth Studies and is currently pursuing her Masters degree in Education.

Leah believes that education should always come first and has been a great asset in leading student athletes in the classroom. She has a unique skill set to relate academics into sport contexts, enabling her to work with our student-athletes as they work towards their ultimate goals.

Education Assistant - Transform Hockey Academy
Goalie Coach - Transform Hockey Academy
Goalie Coach - Transform Predators

Leighton grew up on the Island and played Jr. hockey in BC and Alberta before starting his company, Leighton Williams Goaltending.

Additionally, Leighton has been an Education Assistant for 3 years and had spent 4 years as a Youth Worker. He has worked in all classroom formats imaginable and has experience working with youth from a wide range of backgrounds.

Leighton is in the classroom on a daily basis with Transform Hockey Academy. He is also on the ice as our very own in-house Goalie Coach with multiple Transform groups including Transform Hockey Academy, Transform Predators, and our new Spring Goalie Development Program.

Cody Sahlstrom is a dynamic multi-sport athlete and coach dedicated to empowering others to achieve their optimal athleticism and fitness goals. As a professional Ironman athlete and sub-3-hour marathoner, Cody combines his passion for endurance sports with his expertise as a strength and conditioning coach.

Cody’s athletic history includes competing in Mountain Bike World Cup Juniors, Boxing BC Golden Gloves, qualified to represent Team Canada at ITU Worlds and has raced dozens of Olympic 70.3’s and has completed 3 Ironman’s at a professional level. 

His experience extends to social media management, where he captures our athletes in their element.

Cody offers Strength + Conditioning group classes at our Transform Performance Centre and provides multi-sport coaching to dozens of athletes  all over the world via in person + online training.