Changing the narrative of female fitness.

Helping busy women & athletes find community, strength, and confidence, all at our unique Barn gym (or online!).

Our Mission

At Champion Athletics + Fitness, our mission is to empower women to prioritize their health, build lasting strength, and rediscover confidence in every stage of life. Through supportive group fitness training, a welcoming community, and personalized coaching, we strive to provide the tools, knowledge, and inspiration needed for sustainable fitness, health, and wellness. Together, we champion the balance between life’s demands and your personal growth, proving that strength starts here.

What Our Members Say:

  • “Coach Kenz is the best! I am so grateful that I found the barn this year-The small group sessions ensure I’m getting attention and correction on my form and doing the workouts to maximize my strength and minimize any potential injuries! I LOVE the 45 minute class circuit style workouts!”

    Sara G.

  • “Coach Kenz simply put is amazing. The barn is everything I was looking for and more. Being a busy working mom the last thing I have the time and energy for is to pick and plan my workouts and when I have a very small window to even get that done. It’s so nice just being able to show up to the barn, have the workouts figured out for me, and then having coach kenz cheer me on and make sure I’m doing the workouts that night. The community of other people there has also been amazing. Everyone is so supportive and we have such a fun time getting workouts in and chatting about life. I 1000% recommend trying out the barn and seeing it for yourself.”

    Megan S.

  • “I have been working with Mackenzie for close to a year now and it has been nothing short of life changing! From four months postpartum to now I feel like a different person.. my knowledge of lifestyle and nutrition is completely changed and allows me to lead a healthy lifestyle (and a huge weight loss)! I have also been attending the Barn three times a week since the summer and have seen a dramatic change not only physically but mentally as well. Working with Mackenzie has not only made me a better version of myself but a better mom as well!! Can’t recommend enough.”

    Sydney E.

  • “Coach Kenz is the best! She goes out of her way to help personalize the fitness classes to what your body needs. She knows your limits, but helps coach to make you stronger. The variety of different workout days from upper body, lower body, cardio & core, full body HIIT are sure you give you well rounded physical and mental strength! Couldn’t recommend more!”

    Ashleigh M.

  • “Writing this review with very sore legs! I have been working out with MacKenzie twice a week since January and I look forward to it every week! She is very knowledgeable, attentive, down to earth and just one of the girls! I love the group workouts, new friendships are made and it really helps me to push my limits. I’ve already noticed an increase in my strength and durability and can’t wait to see what the next months bring!”

    Meghan P.

  • “If ya wanna get in a good workout with good people, then this is for you. Love gettin to the barn and love how I feel afterward too! And, Kenz makes it all the more fun - You won’t regret, trust.“

    Gina C.

  • “I’ve been going to The Barn for 7 months now and have gotten so much stronger. Exercises that were once hard for me have gotten easier and I’m lifting more weight than I ever have. This is the first gym that I’ve stuck with consistently and I truly enjoy working out with Coach Kenz and the women at The Barn.”

    Jackie H.

  • “As a woman, I found half the battle with a finding a gym was feeling comfortable even walking through the door. Coach Kenz has created an atmosphere that is welcoming, supportive and respectful no matter where you are in your fitness journey. The creativity that goes into her workouts adds to the overall experience and shows her dedication to designing a truly unique experience at the barn. I highly recommend popping in and at least giving one class a try!”

    Valerie C.

  • “I have been working with Coach Kenz at the barn for over 8 months now, and I am so grateful to have her on my wellness team! I wanted to prioritize my strength training as a runner and a physically active person. I teach holistic wellness as an OT, yoga teacher, and energy medicine practitioner, and see so much value in strength training. It is such a key part of overall health and preventive care that I needed to find someone to support me in practicing what I preach to prevent injury and protect my bone health, among the many other benefits.

    I feel like her approach is accessible even if I didn't have lifting experience as an athlete. I have met incredible people at the barn who make me look forward to my sessions even on the days when moving my body feels hard. I was able to easily bring my AC upstairs the other day and install it, and carrying my heavy bag of yoga mats for classes has become easier. I overall feel safer and stronger in my body thanks to the support from Coach Kenz.”

    Megan R.

CA+F Services

CA+F Services

We’re redefining what fitness means for women—because you’re more than just a number on the scale.

  • BUILD45 Membership: female-only group training sessions at our Barn gym

  • FIT 4 LIFE 16-Week 1:1 Health & Behavior Change Coaching Program

  • COMING SUMMER 2025: BUILD @ Home - home workout program app

  • COMING FALL 2025: LEVEL UP Performance Training - HS/College Female Sports Performance

  • COMING SOON: The Whole Athlete Sports Nutrition & Mindset Coaching

  • COMING SOON: ELEVATE Her Foundation - Girls & Women in Sports, Fitness, and Leadership

  • *FREE* Weekly Email List

  • A Balancing Act with Coach Kenz Podcast

  • & so much more!

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Contact Us

Office Hours
Monday–Friday
7:00am–3pm EST

Location
30 Pepperbox Road, Waterford, CT 06385

(Please note: our business is located in a residential area near Harkness Memorial Park)

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