Who we are
At Eastlake Barbell Club, we’re more than just a gym—we’re a community dedicated to helping you achieve your fitness goals. Located in the heart of Seattle’s Eastlake neighborhood, we specialize in personalized training programs designed for people of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, transitioning your routine, or just starting your fitness journey, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Previously known as The Performance Fix, we’ve reimagined the gym to create a professional, welcoming space that combines tailored fitness plans with the encouragement of a close-knit community.
Locally Owned, Community Driven
In an era where one-size-fits-all big brand gyms are taking over the world, we believe that gyms are more than just businesses; they are gathering places. As residents of Eastlake, we feel privileged to provide world-class training in a safe space for our friends and neighbors.
Meet the Team
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Justin Kumai
LEAD TRAINER
Certified Personal Trainer and Athletic Coach
National Association of Sports Medicine & National Council for Certified Personal Trainers
Justin is a certified personal trainer and weight loss specialist with over eight years of experience. He loves fitness and has a strong passion for helping individuals attain their fitness goals. As EBC’s head trainer, Justin loves to push and encourage his clients to reach new heights in their fitness journeys.
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Rachel Wong
MANAGER
Licensed Occupational Therapist
As an occupational therapist who has worked with individuals across the lifespan, Rachel is dedicated to maximizing functional performance of individuals within their day-to-day lives. While not in a clinical role at Eastlake Barbell Club (yet!), Rachel is committed to fostering a welcoming atmosphere for members and supporting the daily operations to ensure the needs of clients are met.
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Gary Gonzalez
OWNER
A former collegiate soccer player turned entrepreneur, Gary is the owner of several Seattle-based businesses across the technology, health, and wellness sectors. Working behind the scenes on the marketing and operations of the business, his focus is on creating a welcoming and safe environment for our clients to achieve their best.
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Liam Arenas-Field, SPT
TRAINER
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
Liam is a student physical therapist and future rehab clinician who brings a strong understanding of movement, injury prevention, and recovery to his training. He focuses on creating an individualized, supportive exercise environment to help members of all abilities achieve their goals. When not training or hitting the books, you can find Liam out in the wild backpacking, biking, or surfing across the Pacific Northwest.
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Kate Wujciak
STAFF
Kate is a former collegiate lacrosse player and lifelong athlete who now channels her competitive drive into marathons, lifting, and triathlons. As part of the front desk team at Eastlake Barbell Club, she brings an athlete’s mindset and a love for connecting with people in the community. Outside of the gym, Kate enjoys skiing, hiking, and surfing.
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Katie Nishimura
STAFF
Katie is originally from California and has been involved in sports her whole life, starting as a competitive gymnast, then collegiate pole vaulter, snowboarder, runner, and currently dragon boat paddler. Her day job is as a biostatistician doing cancer research, and she became a member of the Eastlake Barbell Club shortly after moving to Seattle in 2016. She spends most of her free time as the VP and Head Coach for the Seattle Flying Dragon Boat Club, but when she's not at the gym or on the water, you can find her sleeping, complaining about the rain, and struggling to reach things on high shelves.
