Gym Owners

Empower Your Gym. Elevate Your Athletes. Join the Movement.

Empower Your Gym. Elevate Your Athletes. Join the Movement.

As a gym owner, you know the heart and soul your athletes put into their training day after day. Yet, in today’s fitness landscape, most athletes are left behind — with only 10 from each continent and a few sanctioned event winners advancing to the CrossFit Games, the majority are left with nothing more than a spectator role.

Local competitions, once a breeding ground for growth and camaraderie, are becoming scarce and disorganized. Without standardized divisions or clear competition structure, many athletes feel disheartened by unfair matchups and limited opportunities to shine. The result? A growing number of athletes walking away from the sport altogether — and with them, your gym’s competitive spirit.

The Open offers some excitement, but it’s short-lived — just three workouts a year with minimal reward for the majority. For most athletes, the season ends before it even begins.

At the United States Fitness Association (USFA), we recognize these challenges — and we’re here to change the game.

The USFA Solution

We’re building a new competitive ecosystem designed for the everyday athlete — your members who train relentlessly, seeking a fair shot at testing their fitness against others on a level playing field.

Here’s how USFA supports your gym and your community:

  • Standardized Divisions: Athletes compete against others of the same skill level for better experiences and safer, fairer events.
  • Year-Round Opportunities: More than just one Open or a handful of elite spots — your athletes can compete in a structured, consistent system all year long.
  • Unity Among Events: USFA brings structure, consistency, and legitimacy back to local competitions.
  • Athlete Retention & Growth: With clear goals, fair divisions, and ongoing opportunities, your athletes stay motivated — and stay members longer.
  • Gym Partnership Benefits: Gain exposure, attract new athletes, and be part of a national network promoting the values of community, competition, and growth.

Your Gym Can Lead the Change

Partnering with USFA means you’re not just running a gym — you’re becoming a hub for athlete development, fair play, and the next generation of competitive fitness.

Let’s rebuild the sport from the ground up — together.

Join the USFA today and give your athletes the competition platform they’ve been waiting for.

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    Greg Kaul

    Director of Business Strategy

    Prior to joining The BCJ Group, Greg flourished in the hospitality industry for over 30 years. After graduation from the University of Kansas, Greg joined The Walt Disney World Resort to concentrate on customer service, promotions, and sales. He then excelled in convention sales and management by building dynamic sales organizations, developing top-performing teams, and leveraging expertise in consumer behavior to generate record sales. Greg currently works remote from his home in Tampa, FL.

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