"Even when you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there."
-W. Rogers
Upcoming Events
Summer Solstice Six Miles
Celebrate the first day of summer at this evening run/walk and support the new Breast Care Clinic.
Date: 6/21/08
Current Promotion
Loving Life!
6 Weeks for $49 + Mother's Day Gift Certificates and Specials Available!
Expires: 5/31/08
  Our Team

Alex & Sherri McMillan, M.Sc., owners and operators of Northwest Women's Club, have been inspiring the world to adopt a fitness lifestyle for over 30 years collectively and have received numerous industry awards including IDEA Fitness Directors of the Year, IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year, CanFitPro Fitness Presenter of the Year and BBB Business of the Year. As fitness trainers, fitness columnists, authors of five books and manuals, stars in various fitness DVDs, and international fitness presenters, they are spokespersons for Nike, Nautilus, Twist Conditioning and PowerBar. They live and breathe a fitness lifestyle and can be regularly seen running, biking, or hiking throughout the community with their daugther Brianna and son Jackson.
 
"If you love what you do, you never have to work another day in your life!"
 
"We couldn't ask for a better career. To know that we've played a small part, directly or indirectly, in helping someone become more healthy and fit and ultimately changing their entire life is about as rewarding as it gets. Our goal is to provide a world-class fitness facility, cutting-edge programming and the support and accountability women need to help them adopt a more healthy and fit lifestyle. We are completely passionate about the benefits of regular exercise and believe a consistent regime will positively impact anybody's life. Our vision is to assist as many women as possible adhere to an exercise program so that we help create a society that is happy, healthy and fit - mentally, physically and spiritually."


Kristen Wenz - Club Director
Look back at the past but don't stare. Choose happiness. The moon and all the stars are aligned to make today the greatest final day ever, all you need to do is add a little elbow grease and hustle, so live every day as if it was the final day. There it is in a nutshell. Read more about Kristen...

Personal Trainers

Kathleen Berkner
Kathy’s strengths include developing customized programs for novices, individuals with specific goals such as losing body fat, toning or increasing muscular strength and endurance. Read more about Kathy...
 
Janice Johnson
Embrace fitness and allow this natural medicine to work for your entire well-being! I want you to know that fitness can be fun, and through innovation, technique, and a team atmosphere everything is possible. My goal is that you achieve results, enjoy the challenge, and leave feeling better than when you came in. Read more about Janice...
 
Carol Krigger
It’s never too late to adopt a more active lifestyle and gain the many health-related benefits. Knowing that exercise can help to reduce stress and increase energy, I design well rounded, creative programs for my busy clients. Read more about Carol...
 
Alissa Lesperance
In the sense of the old phrase "you are what you eat," I think that you are what you believe and your potential is only limited by your imagination. When we think positively, we see the world through that perspective. When we begin living healthy lifestyles through exercise, nutrition, and basic nurturing of our bodies and minds, we begin to feel better about ourselves and the world around us. Read more about Alissa...
 
Scott Campbell - Fitness Director
I have trained clients of all ages and ability levels all over the west coast. The majority of my clients have been people who want an efficient, focused and intense workout. They have time limitations and commitments so they want to know that their training session will be exactly what they need. As a former college athlete, I have trained those interested in improving their condition for a specific sport as well as those who want to prepare for events. Read more about Scott...
 
Tracie Brothers-Norris - Group Fitness Director
For one to reach their fitness goals (or any goals) they must be motivated for the right reasons. To be truly “fit”, one must work on their physical, mental, social, and spiritual self. Read more about Tracie...

Group Fitness Instructors

Mandy Becker
Mandy’s clients range in age from children to the mature adult. She enjoys working with people who look to improve general cardio/strength conditioning, as well as elite athletes, and sports specific training. Read more about Mandy...
 
Jenna Abernathy
My intention is to help each person who comes to me for yoga or bodywork to feel more at ease in their own skin as well as in their life. Read more about Jenna...
 
Saffire Bouchelion
Saffire brings his skills to our Nia sessions as a Group Fitness Instructor. He says that Nia cultivates the Joy of Movement which naturally leads to self-healing, a key ingredient of holistic fitness. Read more about Saffire...
 
Raelee Jones
Fitness is so important to a balanced lifestyle and there are so many choices of activities to participate in. Find something that fits into your life, meets your desires, and Go For It! Read more about Raelee...
 
Molly Long
Molly strengths are helping you to fit all of the important components of physical fitness into your workout with a well-rounded course of action. She excels at bringing motivation and fun to your workout! Read more about Molly...
 
Erin Marquiss
Erin's approach is all about balance. Her background includes an interesting variety such as Kung Fu/Martial Arts, triathlon training, body building, and yoga. Read more about Erin...
 
Siere Munro
Sierra’s first priority in teaching is to honor the body’s natural integrity with it’s own set of unique, personal gifts and expressions. Read more about Siere...
 
Megan Schlicker
Megan has been teaching group fitness classes at our Portland studio for more than four years. Her personal credo is “together is always more fun.” Read more about Megan...
 
Karle Wagner
Karle has been a life long exerciser. She took her first weight training class in 1979 and was hooked. She also began meditating and doing a yoga practice around the same time. Read more about Karle...

Customer Service Representatives

Debralyn Cox - Marketing/Operations Manager
"Looking good, feeling great and living life to the fullest!" really does sum it up for me. These are truly the most important things we can do for ourselves, friends, and family. Read more about Debralyn...
 
Sumer Anelli - Assistant Customer Service Manager
I began working out in 2002. After working with a personal trainer and changing my eating habits I lost 40 pounds. I know what it means to dedicate yourself to change and create a positive and more healthy lifestyle. Read more about Sumer...
 
Lori Lund - Membership Coordinator
I have the best job in the world! I get to meet and speak with women every day to teach them about what we have to offer at Northwest Women’s Fitness Club. Imagine coming into an environment that is nurturing, positive, inspirational, and just plain fun - I get to do it every day! Read more about Lori...
 
Lindsay Roberts - Customer Service Representative
I receive numerous reactions from co-workers and clients when they find out I was hired at only 16 years old and in my senior year of high school as a Customer Service Representative. This has been my first experience in the business world and fitness industry and all I can say is WOW, what an experience! Read more about Lindsay...
 
Denise Roberts - Kids Club Coordinator
I started working as a child care provider 17 years ago for Resort to Fitness, the facility that would become Northwest Women’s Fitness Club. At that point I had a 9-month-old baby and had never worked out in a gym. Read more about Denise...
 
Brittany Kenyon - Customer Service Representative
Through my personal experience I have learned that fitness is the best gift you can give yourself. I have found nothing more rewarding than staying active and fit - it gives you more energy and motivation and really helps boost your self-confidence! Read more about Brittany...
 
Janelle Kashuba - Customer Service Representative
I believe health is a concatenated aspect in one’s life; if wellbeing is missing all the other areas of your life is not at peak performance, and who doesn’t want to be their best self? Read more about Janelle...
 
 
 
"I have been a member of Northwest Women's Fitness Club for almost 8 years. If you want to enjoy life to the fullest and look younger than you are, this club is for you! I wouldn't go anywhere else. I drive 20 miles to the club even though there is a gym less than a mile from my home!" - Lynn Scapple, Education Consultant/Instructor, Wife, Mother, , 63 years young
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