We aim to connect with each athlete individually in every session. We are fueled by the pursuit of excellence and strive to provide each athlete with with long-term goal oriented training.
Email info@gritathletics.ca for more information on custom coaching options.
2023 Manager - Toronto Maple Leafs, Intercounty Baseball League
1988 Olympian
1993 World Series Champion - Toronto Blue jays
Played Major League Baseball for Toronto Blue Jays, Philadelphia Phillies and Houston Astros
3 Baseball World Championships with Team Canada
AAA World Series Champion 1998
.488 Batting Title Inter-county league with Toronto, achieving the highest batting average all time
Rob Butler is a Canadian former professional baseball outfielder, who played in Major League Baseball for the Toronto Blue Jays and the Philadelphia Phillies. He is also a former player with the Toronto Maple Leafs of the Intercounty Baseball League.
Youth Athletic Development, GRIT Athletics Toronto
Coach, Leaside Baseball Association
Coach Single has been developing his unique approach to motivating athletes for over 25 years by providing mentorship, encompassing fair play, instilling competitiveness, and engaging amplified, well-mannered FUN!
His inaugural year as a coach with the Leaside Baseball Association coaching the 9U AAA 2019 team was testimony to his specific coaching design and techniques as the team won the OBA championship title and has since repeated WINNING the OBA title with the 9U AAA cohort in 2022. Coach Single’s background in film further fuels his enthusiasm, energy, and engagement that he shares with every athlete he activates.
“I believe every athlete has greatness in them, and as a coach my goal is to activate that greatness.” – Coach Single
Baseball Programming, GRIT Athletics Toronto
Leaside Elite Baseball Coordinator
Managing Director, Leaside Baseball Programming
Head Coach Leaside Baseball Elite
Coach Lee has been a staple in the Leaside Baseball community for the last 8 years. He has trained a wide range of competitive athletes aged 6-21 but has focused predominantly on training players from Leaside’s Elite Baseball Program.
Lee graduated from Humber College’s Sport Management program where he studied a range of sport business courses as well as sport psychology and exercise physiology. He also played 3 seasons with Humber’s Varsity Baseball Program.
Lee specializes in hitting and pitching development but also dedicates a great deal of his efforts to working with athletes on the mental side of the game. He strives to arm his athletes with mental tools and strategies that build confidence and foster a mindset of growth.
Baseball
Strength & Conditioning
Coach Marcus was born and raised in Toronto and grew up a baseball and hockey fanatic, always up to something athletic.
He was selected in the 3rd Round in the 2010 MLB Draft by his hometown team, the Toronto Blue Jays. Prior to beginning his professional career, he played college baseball at Oklahoma State University and Connors State College. Marcus played for the Canadian National Baseball Team in the 2008 World Junior Baseball Championship, being named to the tournament All-Star team. He also participated in the 2011 Baseball World Cup, where Canada won the bronze medal, and the 2011 Pan American Games, where Canada won gold.
Marcus understands the deep commitment it takes to play at the highest level, and appreciates where the game has taken him.
Now, Marcus has turned his 8 year professional baseball career into a collection of teachings to help athletes think big, set attainable goals, remove obstacles, and carve their own path towards their goals and dreams in sport – and beyond!
Registered Kinesiologist (RKin) with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario (CKO)
Professional Member with the Ontario Kinesiology Association (OKA)
Tier 3 Personal Trainer - Equinox
Kettle Bell Athletics Level 1
Self Myofascial Release Level 1
Pre/Post Natal Training
Certified Personal Trainer (CPT CSEP - 2011)
Fitness Consultant and Trainer of the Year - York University (2011-2012)
Meg Innes Fitness and Lifestyle Merit Award Recipient - York University (2014)
Student Leadership Award - Stong College, York University (2012)
Tait McKenzie Honour Society Member - York University (2013)
Alex Rabindranath is a Kinesiologist and Personal Trainer with over 10 years of experience. His knowledge and experience help his clients reach their health and fitness needs and goals on any part of their fitness journey whether it be athletic training, rehab, group fitness and education, or learning how to start and incorporate fitness and health into your daily life.
Alex is a Registered Kinesiologist and Trainer, and has studied Kinesiology at York University at a Bachelor and Master’s level. His certifications range from Pre/Post Natal training and care to KettleBell use and programming.
Alex focuses on consistency and quality as the keys to success whether it be 1 on 1, small group training, or teaching. Education and transfer of knowledge in engaging and fun environments define Alex’s training methodology.
Registered Physiotherapist, New York and Ontario
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT)
Certified Contemporary Medical Acupuncture Provider
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
Kat Mach is a Registered Physiotherapist with certifications in Orthopaedics, Manual Therapy, Acupuncture, and Strength and Conditioning.
With over ten years of experience, Kat specializes in Sports and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation, with a focus on building strong foundations and mastering the fundamentals.
Whether you are a GRIT client or not, Physiotherapy with Kat Mach can help you recover from an injury or surgery and get you back to the activities you love. Sessions include a thorough evaluation, hands-on treatment, and exercise.
Please contact Kat directly to book, at kat@thetorontophysio.com or text/call 647-512-8998