This is our year to shine brighter than ever, together! 2025 marks another opportunity for us to carry out our mission to be a center for fitness in Central Vermont and to further strengthen the health and well-being of our community.

Every year for the last few years, we have set our intentions on making a positive impact on the physical spaces that surround the main fitness area. In 2023, we finished up a gorgeous studio space we call the Earth Studio which is now home to our Pilates, Yoga and various functional fitness classes. In 2024, we made some major waves inside our aquatics area which has. And now, hold on to your paddles – 2025 is about to serve up some exciting pickleball renovations that will enhance your playing experience. Not only do our plans include attention to our indoor court space, but we are also taking our efforts outside! And, since efficiency is also top of mind, we plan to utilize the space to expand our parking availability in the winter time.  

Speaking of upgrades, we’re also rolling out a long-game plan to give some of our well-loved fitness equipment a retirement party. In March, Cady will be packing her bags and heading to a national Health and Fitness conference and trade show to explore the latest equipment options that could enhance our offerings and possibly replace some of our longstanding inherited machines. As we move down this road, we will invite you to join in the process as much as possible. Stay tuned for ways you can get involved as we progress. 

Now, when it comes to first impressions, we are fully aware that our building might not wow you from the outside, however we hope it’s the experience that awaits you inside that truly defines us. We believe in progress, not perfection and that’s playing out as we work hard to transform this place. It’s all about the journey, the laughs, the moments, the process. It happens with the small steps we take each day together that lead us to greater health and wellness. 

Thank you for being part of our community, and here’s to a year filled with growth and achievement together. Let’s continue to be Everyday Stronger! 

Team GMCF

At GMCF we value Functional Fitness because we focus on movement patterns that humans are designed to do. In all of our FIT classes our work consists of squatting, lunging, jumping, running, pulling and pressing. We use a variety of equipment to help us challenge our capacity with these movements. 

CrossFIT, GetFIT, KBXFIT, HIITFIT, OutFIT, FIT4Life, and BarbellFIT are all the classes in our FIT series. Each of these classes may highlight a particular skill, strategy or piece of equipment in it’s training. Check out the class descriptions here.

Classes are beginner friendly!!

Busy holiday schedule? No problem! We’re continuing to build an amazing partnership with Locarno’s To Go to provide you with a selection of healthy meals delivered to the gym every Tuesday and Thursday. These delicious options come in servings for 1 to 4 people, making them perfect whether you need a quick solo meal or a tasty dish for the whole family. Such convenience helps you fuel your body without adding stress to your busy life. You will even find sandwiches regularly and Take & Bake Pizza every Friday!

GMCF will close at 1pm on Christmas Eve as well as New Years Eve to give our staff some time to prepare for their own holiday celebrations. We will remain closed on both Christmas day and New Year’s day.

We appreciate your understanding and hope all of your holidays are filled with love, laughter and joy!

The GMCF Everyday Stronger (EDS) performance series is 4 week supplemental progression for anybody interested in exploring how to implement a little extra work above and beyond their regular routine. Classes are held on Sundays at 11:15am and Thursdays at 6:15pm.

EDS: Engine will focus on aerobic capacity and threshold work across a variety of mixed functional movements. It’s great for anyone familiar with our class routines, as well as anyone looking for a taste of targeted programming on your aerobic engine!

This series is scalable for any level!

Our 4th annual Pickleball Mayhem tournament is scheduled and ready for your entry! This is a round robin doubles event and if you are an intermediate level pickleballer or better we have a category for you. Men’s and Women’s doubles are on Saturday and Mixed Doubles is on Sunday. Please choose a partner and have just one of you register. Once registered we will reach out and gather your partner information, and if you don’t know who that is yet, just register yourself to hold your spot.

We extend a warm welcome to our newest members of the GMCF team. Already we see them enriching our community; bringing fresh perspectives and diverse experiences that we celebrate! Please take a moment out of your next visit to introduce yourself and build those valuable connections.  

If there is no one signed up for a GMCF fitness class 30 minutes before the scheduled start time, a class is subject to cancellation. This policy is in place to help us manage our resources effectively and to ensure that our instructors are prepared for classes with attendance. Winter road conditions can be rough and unpredictable and we want to help reduce unnecessary travel. 

One of the most popular and unique features of our gym is undoubtedly the pool. Whether you enjoy swimming for exercise, education, play or relaxation, it serves as a gathering place where individuals of all ages can come together. However, the pool can get quite busy during peak hours. To promote a successful experience for all users, here are some essential details. Read more…

Last month, we launched a 30-Day Kettlebell Challenge, inviting participants to complete mini workouts to accumulate 100 KB swings each day. We had an impressive 30 individuals join us in the fun, with 6 remarkable finishers completing all 30 days!

Best we could tell, Ann, Dana, Harlow, Joanna, Sara and Nicole recorded all 30 workouts. Congratulations!! (sorry if we missed anyone!)

Each day featured a unique kettlebell workout, keeping everyone engaged and motivated. A huge thank you to all the participants for embracing the opportunity to explore different techniques and KB swing variations. Congratulations to our finishers – your daily dedication to the challenge and determination through the month is commendable.