A Season of Growth, Transition, and New Faces at Fitness Union
Dear Fitness Union Community,
This summer marks a beautiful season of transition, growth, and partnership — and I couldn’t be more excited to share what’s ahead with all of you.
First, I’m thrilled to announce that Sukho, my life partner, has officially joined me as a business partner at Fitness Union. This step feels like a natural next evolution — a true “union” of hearts, values, and vision.
Together, we share a yin-yang kind of balance; our skill sets and energies are distinct, but deeply complimentary and we’re excited to blend them to strengthen and grow our community. You’ll be seeing more of Sukho in the studio and hearing more about what this partnership means for the future of Fitness Union in an upcoming email.
A Fond Farewell and a Heartfelt Celebration for Coach Chris
As many of you know, Coach Chris will be moving abroad, and his last official day will be July 30. Chris has been such a foundational part of our team — his presence, dedication, and heart have touched so many, and we’re going to miss him deeply.
Please join us in celebrating him at a farewell picnic on Saturday, July 20 from 12–3pm at Irving Park. Bring your own lunch, your family, your favorite lawn games, and help us send Chris off with love and well wishes.
Welcoming Coach Candace to the Team
We’re so excited to introduce Coach Candace, who will be joining our team as a new coach this summer!
Candace is a competitive powerlifter, yoga instructor, massage therapist, and lifelong athlete with over a decade of experience in bodywork and movement. She brings a unique perspective to training, combining strength, mobility, and mindful movement with a focus on deep self-awareness and science-backed practice.
Candace also has a passion for exploring the mind-body connection through plant medicine and intentional training. She’s proud to join Fitness Union — a place where you can explore what it means to be strong, soft, and fully at home in your body and mind.
You’ll see Candace around the studio throughout July as she goes through her onboarding and training process, which includes shadowing, co-facilitation, and eventually leading her own cohorts starting in August.
Internships: Building the Future of Our Coaching Team
In addition to Candace’s onboarding, we’re excited to be supporting two summer coaching internships:
Sukho will be stepping into a coaching role while also supporting our leadership team and business operations as we move into this next phase of growth.
Kate, a beloved member and aspiring Fitness Union coach, will be participating in a longer internship to explore a potential path into coaching. She’ll be learning more about the Fitness Union method, gaining hands-on experience, and integrating with our team over the summer.
This is a season of change and one that’s filled with gratitude, alignment, and excitement. Thank you for continuing to show up, trust the process, and be part of this evolving community.
With so much appreciation,
Kim
