WE LEAD WITH CURIOSITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND OPENNESS

Curiosity — Growth requires a readiness to absorb and synthesize new information and knowledge. We stay attuned to the latest trends and research in exercise science as well as our own observations regarding human movement to help us craft meaningful training experiences for our members.  For our members, we encourage them to be ready to try something new, different, and difficult - allow yourself to be surprised by what your body and mind CAN do. Learn a new member’s name and support them on their journey. These connections are integral to the environment at Koa Strength Athletic Club.

Accountability - We take great care of the members who have entrusted their health and fitness needs to us.  As coaches, we own our words and actions and work to provide clear guidance and instruction.  We admit when we lack the requisite knowledge to help answer a client’s questions, but we are equally determined to learn more or refer you to the community resources we have connected with. For our members, they understand that they have agency over their experience and performance.  We ask for a present mindset, and patience with oneself as you self-assess where your mind and body are for that session. Put away all distractions that take attention away from your workout. Engage with your fellow workout buddies - for many of us, this is time we have allocated for ourself and we want to respect each other’s time. The more enjoyable the experience, the easier it becomes to stay accountable. When you get excited to go the class to get stronger and catch up with your friends.

Openness — We greet people with kindness as they walk in the door. Coaches use language everyone can understand to promote safety. Everyone praises motor competency over “sexy” and “flashy” exercises. We accept anyone who walks in our doors, and do not tolerate judgement and exclusion. Our members work together to encourage growth, lean into pushing each other rather than the individual mindset of beating/outcompeting other members. We believe in doing the basics well, keeping things focused, and creating a healthy environment that leads to growth as individuals along with growth as a community.