Cady Hart-Petterssen

Owner/Executive Director

Cady Hart-Petterssen is a dedicated fitness professional with a background in rowing, CrossFit coaching and wellness leadership. Her journey began at the University of Connecticut, where she excelled on the crew team despite her height of 5’5″. As a captain of the UConn heavyweight boat, Cady’s tenacity and natural mobility earned her a spot in the “engine room” of her eight-woman squad.

Now, as the Executive Director of Green Mountain Community Fitness, Cady oversees a premier facility offering 15,000 sq ft of gym space, aquatics, group fitness, studios, indoor pickleball, functional fitness, and physical therapy. Cady’s leadership is steadily transforming Green Mountain Community Fitness into a hub of sports, fitness and wellness for the entire central Vermont community.

Transitioning into the fitness and wellness industry, Cady began her career managing a corporate wellness program with a strong focus on diverse health and fitness offerings. Her history as an athlete, a Yoga instructor and group fitness professional laid the groundwork for becoming a respected CrossFit coach. She co-developed the Green Mountain CrossFit affiliate in central Vermont, specifically introducing a successful Rowing program enjoyed by many.