About Catherine
Welcome! My name is Catherine, or you can call me Cat.
I'm the owner of West Coast Muscle and Fitness and a lifelong advocate for health, wellness, and community. Many people know me from my 37 years at Strathcona Gardens or my 14 years with H&R Block, where I built a strong foundation in aquatics, fitness, and tax preparation.
Owning West Coast Muscle and Fitness Gym has truly been a dream come true. I purchased the gym because I wanted to create a space where people feel supported, inspired, and motivated on their fitness journeys.
My background is diversified, and I'm proud to bring a wide range of professional skills to the work I love. I'm a Certified Personal Trainer; Fitness Instructor (Spin, Group, Aquatic, Bootcamp, Sports Conditioning); Registered Nutritionist; and tax professional. For the past 30 years, I’ve trained lifeguards and swim instructors across BC through the Lifesaving Society, helped implement and teach the Chronic Disease Management Program at Strathcona Gardens, and continued to offer private and group swim lessons at local hotels—including specialized lessons for neurodivergent and autistic swimmers.
What makes our gym special is the community—our members bring the positive energy, dedication, and heart that make it the best gym in Campbell River. I love coming to work each day, and I make it a priority to know every member who walks through our doors. Outside the gym and pool, I love travelling, cooking, sports, and golf, and I'm always excited to learn or try something new. Above all, my greatest achievement in life is being a mom to my three phenomenal, successful boys, who are my number one priority and constant inspiration.
