About Coach Mac
Get to Know Coach Mac!
Hayden Machacynski, BKin, CSEP-CPT, Founder, Mac Athletics & Health
I’m Hayden “Coach Mac” Machacynski, founder of Mac Athletics & Health. My journey into coaching began through sport and a passion for helping people move better, feel stronger, and build confidence in their everyday lives.
Born and raised in Kingston, Ontario, I began my post-secondary journey at Holland College, where I played college football in the Atlantic Football League while completing diplomas in Business Administration and Sport & Recreation Management. I later transferred to Acadia University, where I earned my Bachelor of Kinesiology and continued building my knowledge of exercise science, movement, and performance. I also became a Certified Personal Trainer through CSEP-CPT.
My Approach
My background in sport has had a major impact on how I coach today. Along the way, I experienced injuries, setbacks, and surgeries that taught me the importance of patience, resilience, and proper progression. Those experiences, combined with my education, helped shape an approach that is both practical and personalized.
What I Believe
I believe fitness should be purposeful. It is not just about working hard, but about improving strength, movement, confidence, and quality of life in a way that matches each person’s goals and ability level.
Who I Work With
While I work with a wide range of clients, my primary focus is older adults who want to improve strength, balance, mobility, and confidence in the comfort of their own home. I also work with athletes, active individuals, and members of the general population looking for a structured and supportive approach to training.
My Mission
My goal is simple: to provide coaching that helps people move better, feel stronger, and live with more confidence.