Help Launch Fit Church Gym: A Beacon of Faith, Fitness & Community in Hampton Roads
Note: Claiming Your Donor Gift
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For more than 20 years, God has been preparing me for this moment. From wiping down equipment at Gold’s Gym as a teen, to managing gyms, to training clients, and finally running my own Christian health coaching business—I’ve seen the good, the bad, and the broken sides of the fitness industry.
Now, I’m stepping out in faith to open Fit Church in Hampton Roads.
This won’t be just another gym. It will be a Christ-centered fitness community where the Gospel is woven into everything we do—where believers can grow stronger both physically and spiritually, and where our community finds a safe, uplifting environment to pursue health.
What is Fit Church?
Fit Church is more than a gym—it’s a Christ-centered wellness community where faith and fitness come together. Built on biblical principles, Fit Church provides open gym access, classes, and coaching in an uplifting environment filled with Christian music, scripture, and discipleship opportunities. Members experience accountability through regular check-ins, spiritual growth through weekly Bible studies, and empowerment through monthly workshops on health and wellness. With features like functional training, outdoor space, personal coaching, and The Market offering apparel, supplements, and healthy snacks, Fit Church is designed to help people grow strong in body, mind, and spirit—while equipping the Church and community to glorify God through health.
Our Message to Our Members: "Exercise Your Freedom"
- Your freedom in Christ to live a God glorifying life
- The freedom to move your body in any capacity
- The freedom to live out your faith boldly
What Sets Fit Church Apart
Fit Church isn’t just about access to equipment. It’s about accountability, discipleship, and community care.
Here’s what makes us unique:
Member Care: Every member receives ongoing check-ins (30, 60, 90 days) for accountability and support.
Workshops & Clinics: Monthly public events led by Christian coaches and guest speakers on topics like food psychology, hormones, supplementation, and building muscle.
Community Engagement: Hosting and participating in local fitness and health events to serve the wider community.
Uplifting Environment: Music, messaging, and culture aligned with scripture—encouraging purpose-driven living and biblical health.
Weekly Bible Study: Accessible to all members and guests.
Saturday Outreach: Free 9 a.m. community fitness class + guest entry for members to bring friends.
Christ-Centered Atmosphere: A gym where fitness isn’t idolized, but used to glorify God and strengthen His people.
This is more than a gym—it’s a movement to rebuild health in the Church and community.
Fit Church Features
- Christian music
- Free weights, cardio, functional training, outdoor training space
- Monthly educational workshops
- Weekly Bible study
- The Market: Temple Strong apparel, supplements, healthy snacks
- Open gym: 5:30 AM – 10 PM (Mon–Sat)
- Personal training & classes available
- Closed on Sundays (so staff can be in church)
Where Funds Will Go
Transparency matters. Here’s how your gift will be used to build Fit Church Gym:
- Equipment & Flooring: $30,000–$40,000
- Facility improvements (painting, signage, setup): $5,000–$10,000
- Insurance & licenses: $4,000
- Software & systems: $3,000–$4,000 annually
- Marketing & outreach: $3,000–$5,000
- Launch fund (buffer for first 3 months): $10,000
Total Goal: ~$70,000
Donor Packages
To thank you for sowing into this vision, we’ve created Founding Partner packages—for both local and online supporters.
Local Supporter Packages
$100-$499 Movement Maker
- Discounted membership for life
$500+ Foundation Partner
- All above + Name on our Founders Wall inside the gym
- 1 free month of membership
- Fit Church branded T-shirt (at or after the Grand opening)
$1,000+ Community Builder
- All above + 3 free personal training sessions or 1 month of unlimited classes
$2,500+ Legacy Lifter
- All above + 6-month membership
- Recognition on our website as a Founding Sponsor
$5,000+ Pillar Partner
- All above + Lifetime membership for you OR transferable family membership
- Private thank-you dinner + early preview tour of gym before opening
Online Supporter Packages
$100+ Digital Disciple
- Thank-you shoutout on Instagram + your name listed on our Donor Page
$500+ Virtual Builder
- All above + 3 months free access to Kingdom Fit Academy online
- Copy of Fit Church
$1,000+ Global Partner
- All above + Access to an exclusive live Zoom meeting with Matt and other Global Partners
- Recognition as a Founding Online Partner
✝️ Join the Mission
This is bigger than me. It’s about creating a place where the Body of Christ grows strong in spirit, mind, and body.
Your gift—whether $50, $500, or $5,000—helps build a gym that will impact lives, families, and churches for generations.
Please consider giving today, sharing this campaign, and most importantly—praying with us as we launch Fit Church Gym.
Together, we can show the world what it looks like to glorify God with our health.
Claiming Your Donor Gifts
If your donation tier includes a shirt, book, or other gift, please complete this form so we can get it to you: https://forms.gle/eLTtDQMVEcf4pxVs9.
Organizer

Matthew Gay
Organizer
Chesapeake, VA