Celebrating CA Gold Medal Winners
At Columbia Association (CA), our community members go for the gold every day. Their dedication, resilience and positivity are truly inspiring – and we’re thrilled to celebrate them with CA gold medals. Thank you all for being amazing! ⭐
🏅Castillo Family – Grand Slam Family
Maya, Joaquin, Paola and Eduardo are always at the club training in our junior clinics, competing in USTA leagues or hitting as a family! They are consistently striving to improve their game.
🏅Debbie – Quiet Strength Champion
Debbie is strong and committed to her health. In her past two years of training with personal trainer Gigi, she has gotten ready for not one but two family weddings and a host of other events. As Gigi says, “She is a quiet inspiration to all of us!”
🏅Alex – King of the Court
Alex is an active player in our adult program. He is always working hard and looking to improve his game. We see you, Alex – thanks for being part of our community!
🏅Jeanette & Crew – Super Seniors
Jeanette and her friends in TribeLife show up at 8:30am every single Monday and Wednesday. They are incredibly motivated and dedicated to their health. Personal trainer Gigi affectionately calls them her ‘Super Seniors’ because they’re rocking some impressive age milestones and inspire all of us to live long, strong and thriving lives.
🏅Eileen – Unstoppable Spirit
Even during difficult times in her life, she still shows up ready to work out with a can-do attitude. Her personal trainer Henok says “she is more than deserving of winning this award.”
🏅Charleen – Pickleball Princess
Charleen is a loyal and active pickleball community member! She gets the gold for always signing up for league play with CA, attending open play and encouraging others to join.
🏅Leqhuon and Kevin – The Ultimate Dynamic Duo
Leqhuon and Kevin prove that having a workout partner makes all the difference, providing accountability, motivation and just the right amount of friendly competition. These two rarely miss a day and consistently show up ready to work. Together, they’re stronger – and it shows!
🏅Davis – Legacy Leader
A longtime member of Columbia Athletic Club, Davis inspires everyone around him. A dedicated early-morning regular, he starts the day strong – and always has a great travel story to share.
🏅Aida – Champion of Cheer
Aida is a huge positive influence at Columbia Athletic Club. We’re grateful for her optimism and presence.
🏅Michelle – Group Fitness Rockstar
Michelle is a total powerhouse! Her dedication is unmatched – she shows up, puts in the work, and makes it look effortless. From taking a wide mix of group fitness classes to being a longtime member of Tribe, she’s all in. Her energy is contagious, and she inspires everyone around her. If commitment had a face, it would be Michelle!
🏅Alex – Congeniality MVP
Adored by everyone at Columbia Athletic Club, Alex truly never meets a stranger. His positivity shines just as brightly as his determination – especially throughout his intentional recovery from a recent leg injury.
🏅Melissa – Personal Training Superstar
Melissa’s dedication is above and beyond! From starting Jumpstart in 2024 to her current personal training sessions, she’s shown incredible progress. Consistent, strong-minded, and always fun to be around, Melissa makes every session a joy – and her trainer, Henok, couldn’t be prouder of her!
🏅Matthew – Court Commitment Champ
Matthew has been part of the CA Junior Tennis Program for over eight years, moving from red ball classes to our top junior level. His dedication, love for the game, and consistency on court make him a standout – and a well-deserved gold medal winner.
🏅Diane – Aqua MVP
If you’re looking for Diane, you can catch her swimming laps at Supreme! She is dedicated, committed and truly inspiring.
🏅Carol – Supreme Royalty
Carol is at Supreme almost daily and displays an impressive dedication to group fitness. She never misses her yoga classes and loves taking CA Strong. She is a true inspiration!
🏅Sean – The Ace of Consistency
Sean joined the CA Junior Tennis Program a few years ago as a beginner and has shown incredible dedication ever since. He consistently shows up multiple times a week, brings energy to every group and makes our events more fun for everyone.
🏅Gregory – Everyday Champion
When Gregory walks into Columbia Athletic Club, he raises the vibe simply by being himself. While the food he brings for staff is always appreciated, it’s his kindness and consistency that truly stand out.
🏅Annette – Golden Heart
Annette is well-known and well-loved at Columbia Athletic Club. She shows her appreciation in the sweetest ways, often surprising staff with thoughtful gestures. We feel truly lucky that Annette is one of our own.
🏅Josh – The Rising Ace
Josh joined CA’s Adult Tennis Program a few years ago with little experience – and quickly proved he’s got game. Now at the 3.5 level, he lights up every group with energy, positivity and a serious drive to improve.
🏅 Christina – Gold Medal Family &🏅Miss Ann – Sunshine on the Ice
Christina (right) and her kiddos are staples at the Ice Rink. Her three children are enthusiastic participants in shows and programs, and her son laced up with us as an employee before moving to Maine. We’re so grateful for this gold medal family.
Miss Ann (left) is a beautiful person who visits the Ice Rink multiple times a week. She brings warmth everywhere she goes and always makes our staff feel special, even remembering their birthdays. She is a bright light in our community, and we are lucky to have her.
🏅 Jacques – A True CA Ambassador
Jacques Gilson, an outstanding coach at the Columbia Ice Rink, is as great a person as he is a mentor. He even brought a CA gold medal to the Winter Olympics while cheering on the ice skating competition!
🏅 Diana – Family Fitness Champion
Diana and her kids turn group fitness classes into family time. Their energy and commitment remind us that wellness can be fun, supportive and rooted in connection.
🏅 Sarah – Group Fitness Dynamo
Rain, snow, car trouble – nothing can stop Sarah from achieiving her goals. She crushes Tribe, TRX and group fitness classes daily!
🏅 Jack – Community Connector
Jack shows up for others, spreading positivity wherever he goes. Even while facing personal challenges, he brings consistency, contagious energy and unwavering support to our community.
🏅 Elizabeth – Comeback Queen
Elizabeth puts fitness first and has made incredible progress, losing ten clothing sizes through dedication and consistency. After a brief setback, she returned to her training with renewed focus and determination, inspiring our community with her commitment.
🏅 Fred – Unstoppable Mover
Despite setbacks, Fred comes back stronger each time and will never stop moving. You can find him making the most of what CA has to offer in Tribe, Aqua Arthritis and ice hockey.
🏅 Sandra – Tribe Warrior
Since 2020, Sandra has been a constant in Tribe. She returns each season stronger, never letting setbacks derail her dedication to health and wellness.
