Vitality Community Fitness (VCF) is a queer owned, body positive gym where movement is about joy, not competition.
What We Offer
Group Fitness
Each unique class provides intentional programming that is always coach led. Every workout is scalable to your ability, so you can increase strength, improve endurance, and find a deeper connection to your body.
VCF 101
Our fundamentals course designed for beginners or those returning to fitness. You’ll learn proper form and gain the confidence to jump into our bigger classes with the skills you need to succeed. Highly recommended!
Personal Training
Got specific targets to hit in your fitness journey? Personal training gives you the focus and accountability you won’t find in a class setting. Work one-on-one with a coach for a regiment tailored to your needs, pace, and progress.
“Vitality was life-changing for me. It boosted my confidence and made me feel strong and like a total badass after every workout. I was really nervous when I first started, but everyone there was so welcoming and encouraging. It's the perfect place to be if you want to move your body and get stronger.”
~ Charlie Castillo, joined 2023
Our Core Values
Strength Forward
Our programs are built on the belief that strength is the foundation of fitness, with cardio that complements your lifts and builds lasting resilience.
Inclusivity
As leading queer-owned gym in the New Orleans metro area, we create a safe, welcoming space for people of all backgrounds and abilities.
Sustainable Fitness
We train you to be capable and confident in everyday life whether it’s hiking, moving furniture, or chasing after your kids- not just for aesthetics.
What is VCF?
The Vitality Community Fitness story begins in 2016, when Head Coach Kristin Kavanaugh and her wife Mary Jacobs combined Kristin’s athleticism and knowledge and Mary’s marketing wiz and self-love mentality to build something special.
Mary and Kristin recognized a need for folx of all identities, body sizes, and fitness levels to have a supportive environment which made working out not only accessible, but also targeted to the individual. Vitality Community Fitness has since grown into a space which values inclusivity, fun, and fitness training.
At Vitality, we celebrate the privilege that is being able to move and strengthen our bodies. We recognize that fitness is forever, and offer our clients the accountability and support necessary to maintain a healthy body, spirit, and mind.
What’s Happening at VCF?
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