My name is Rafael Claveau,
Born in the French Alps and shaped by a life of movement and performance, I began my journey in 2014 as a personal trainer in an elite fitness center in Geneva, Switzerland. Four years later,
I relocated to the breathtaking North Shore of Vancouver where mountain trails meet the ocean, an environment that perfectly reflects my approach to fitness: grounded, dynamic, and deeply connected to nature.
A lifelong athlete with a deep passion for U.S. sports, I’ve spent over 15 years playing American football, including at the top level in France, and spent a competitive season coaching in New Zealand. My love for sports goes beyond the field; I'm equally drawn to the precision of movement, the pursuit of performance, and the mindset that fuels athletes. I'm also an avid water sports enthusiast, and these combined experiences have shaped both my physical resilience and my commitment to helping others move with purpose.
Over the last decade, I've worked with hundreds of clients and taught thousands of hours of sessions across all walks of life, developing a practice that centers on what I believe are the true foundations of quality movement: balance, strength, and mobility.
This experience, paired with elite certifications from EXOS, ONNIT, Strongfirt, FMS, XPT, ASI (Stand Up Paddle), Paddlefit, and top Swiss institutions, has shaped my results-driven approach—The Grounded Motion—blending science-based methods with intuitive, real-world coaching.
My teaching prioritizes personalized guidance that builds confidence and proper technique, which I deliver through immersive workshops and professional certification programs. These live training experiences offer hands-on learning that textbooks simply cannot provide. Whether you're recovering from injury, training for competitive performance, or simply want to feel better in your body, my mission remains consistent: to help you move with confidence, build resilience, and achieve sustainable results that extend far beyond the gym. Through workshops and certification courses, I've guided individuals and fellow trainers toward lasting performance and well-being that transforms daily life.
Join me for an upcoming live session to experience The Grounded Motion methodology firsthand and elevate your practice or coaching to the next level.
I am looking forward to collaborating with you in the near future,
Rafael