OUR TEAM

JACOB + AUDREY

We’re the Stevenson Family! Sports and movement have always been a huge part of our lives. Jacob focused on basketball, setting records at Western Washington University before playing professionally in Portugal and finishing his career with the Bellingham Slam in 2014. I grew up playing soccer before shifting my focus to dance, training in everything from ballet to competitive hip-hop — and even dancing for the Bellingham Slam during Jacob’s final season.

After our athletic careers, strength training became a natural next step and eventually led us to building this gym together. Today, Jacob runs the programming, I manage the gym, and alongside our two kiddos, Earl and Iris, we’re passionate about creating a welcoming space and strong community for everyone who walks through our doors.

Jacob - ISSA CPT

Audrey - NASM CPT , ICE Pelvic L1

tawnie burks

I’m a fun-loving, adventure-seeking Oklahoman who made the move to the beautiful state of Washington and joined the RYZE Fitness team in 2024. Since starting my own fitness journey, I’ve fallen in love with the health and fitness lifestyle and am passionate about helping others become stronger, healthier, and more confident versions of themselves.

When I’m not at the gym, you can usually find me lifting weights, hiking, backpacking, camping, or doing just about anything outdoors. I’m also currently attending Fire Academy, with plans to graduate in Summer 2026, continuing my passion for helping and serving others both inside and outside the gym.

-Certified personal trainer

-Pre/Postnatal coach

-Certified nutrition coach

-Corrective exercise specialist

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zoe moller

I was born and raised in Bellingham. During my childhood, I had a wide variety of athletic interests but quickly narrowed my focus to Track and Field at Sehome High School. My success at the long jump gave me the opportunity to become a scholarship-athlete at Washington State University. During my collegiate career, I struggled with multiple injuries and ultimately the sport that once gave me confidence and joy began to cause more mental and physical strife than good. After graduating from WSU with a degree in Psychology and Humanities, I moved back to Bellingham and began working as a personal trainer as I evaluated my future goals. I found aptitude and joy working directly with clients to improve their own physical and mental health through exercise and movement. In 2019, I was introduced to the Institute of Structural Medicine, where I fell in love with structural integration therapy because of the “full-body” (physical, mental and historical) approach used to evaluate, treat and cure 'dis-ease" of all kinds. I enrolled in the 4-year program with passion and strive to become the type of practitioner I wish I had found during my collegiate athlete days. I graduated in 2023 and opened my own practice, Big Cat Bodywork. Strength and explosiveness are my primary athletic background, but my education in structural integration has made me increasingly interested in combining strength and power exercises with more mindful, slower, and stretchier practices. I love all movement and get great satisfaction out of challenging my body in new ways, exploring my mind-body connection, and helping others do the same.

LMT, Structural Medicine Specialist

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aliya hunter

My name is Aliya Hunter, I am from Fife Wa, and I lived in the Bay Area for 5 years! I studied Sports Management and Marketing at Menlo College in Atherton, Ca. I fell in love with fitness while I played basketball in college. This became a key part of my mental health journey during and after my collegiate career. I have always loved the feeling that I get during and after a workout! I also love to inspire and encourage others to prioritize health, fitness, and wellness!

I played soccer and basketball growing up, and played basketball in College. Outside of the gym I love to hike, do yoga, listen to music, read, and watch shows with my fiancé!

CPT - NASM

what people are saying

  • "Fantastic place to get a good workout! The trainers walk you through the circuit and help correct your form during the workout. Look no further if you want to connect with terrific people who are in it with you, even when you're feeling the hurt 💪 These classes will push you physically and mentally. I've been going for a month and I've been loving it. Let's goooo!"

    -Erika R.

  • "This gym is hands down the best one I’ve ever been to. The workouts are both challenging, yet accommodating to everyone, no matter your experience. The trainers and owners are incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and put so much effort into making this such an uplifting space. I was fairly new to Bellingham when I joined, and I’ve really appreciated the sense of community that this gym has brought into my life. If you’re looking for a place to find community, or just get a high quality workout in, this is the place to go."

    - Madison J.