With decades of collective fitness experience between us, starting a gym has been a dream of ours for quite a while. We are distinctly aware of the lack of diversity among small gym clientele and know this is a problem. It is the motivation behind why we started Catalyst Community Fitness. With a clear vision of creating an inclusive space where every body belongs, we want to show the community that we are healthier together.
We believe healthy bodies and minds create healthier communities. We are committed to the hard work necessary to solve the stereotypical problems of ego and individualism you might find in traditional gyms as we fight to interrupt this status quo. Catalyst Community Fitness adds the missing element of inclusivity to the fitness space.
It is our distinct belief that with a foundation of compassion, empathy, and love, we can help our members not only achieve their personal fitness goals, but also feel that they are part of something greater than just the workouts that we offer. Though we do believe our workouts are the best and the most fun you can find in the Salem area--for sure!
We are a fitness community with a family feel that is open, welcoming, and inclusive to everyone regardless of race, creed, gender, sexuality, or other defining characteristics. We hope you will join us!
We believe healthy bodies and minds create healthier communities. We are committed to the hard work necessary to solve the stereotypical problems of ego and individualism you might find in traditional gyms as we fight to interrupt this status quo. Catalyst Community Fitness adds the missing element of inclusivity to the fitness space.
It is our distinct belief that with a foundation of compassion, empathy, and love, we can help our members not only achieve their personal fitness goals, but also feel that they are part of something greater than just the workouts that we offer. Though we do believe our workouts are the best and the most fun you can find in the Salem area--for sure!
We are a fitness community with a family feel that is open, welcoming, and inclusive to everyone regardless of race, creed, gender, sexuality, or other defining characteristics. We hope you will join us!
Our Team & Community Contributors to CCF
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+Kim & Keith Sekishiro
Catalyst Community Fitness founders and owners. Growing up, Kim was heavily involved in sports from softball to basketball. She has been an avid runner, participating in half and full marathons, an Olympic duathlon, and Hood to Coast! She has worked in fitness in a variety of ways including as a former Zumba instructor and Crossfit Coach. She holds certifications as a Level 2 Crossfit Trainer, in Olympic lifting, endurance training, mobility, and Kids Crossfit. Keith developed a passion for fitness during his 2004 Iraq deployment, which was also the first time he had ever picked up a barbell! He entered the world of high-intensity fitness training in 2009, participating in Crossfit while he worked as a tactical non-commissioned officer at West Point. Keith holds certifications as a Level 3 Crossfit Trainer, in endurance training, gymnastics, mobility, rowing, Strongman, and weightlifting. |
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+Aidan, She/They
CatFit Coach. Aidan has been a part of CCF practically since they opened. In Aidan’s words: "I have a complicated background with fitness and have been an athlete ever since I was a child. Along my fitness journey, I lost my way and struggled to find a light at the end of the tunnel. Catalyst gave me a community and a family to lean on when I needed them most. I found my passion for not only fitness but also for COMMUNITY and have never lost sight of it since. As a young, queer person, I am devoted to making sure every person feels as safe and welcome as I did in an environment that can be intimidating to so many." |
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+Heather Leaks
Born and raised in Yamhill County, Heather currently works as a dental hygienist. She has been an avid fitness fan for much of her life, playing volleyball, basketball, and softball growing up. As a single mother, she believes in empowering women to be strong and to raise their voices to be heard in all situations. She looks forward to supporting the women and the rest of the CCF community in building authentic, meaningful relationships with each other. |
+Leo
Catalyst CCF's logo designer. Leo is a local artist and student at Centennial Park High School.
Catalyst CCF's logo designer. Leo is a local artist and student at Centennial Park High School.
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+Adam Hernandez @hurst_42_ & Eduardo Diaz Salazar @Eddieexcaine
Mural artists |
+Candice Vickers
Business consultant
Business consultant
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+Jeffrey Cerveny
Family member & contributing writer. Jeffrey has worked in education and educational administration for the last 12 years, currently serving in the Seattle area. He is dedicated to creating and supporting equitable and inclusive spaces. |