OUR TEAM

FOUNDER

Fitness, athletics, and adventure have played a significant role throughout my life. These pursuits have led to some of my proudest accomplishments, as well as a few injuries that challenged my youthful belief in my own indestructibility.

Along the way, I relied on many practitioners and modalities to keep me fully functional and pain-free, bouncing around from chiropractic offices to massage therapists to fitness centers to acupuncturists. Now that I’m older and a little wiser, I focus on restorative, functional strength training and the many therapeutic offerings at Foundation to undo old injuries and imbalances and continue to get stronger, leaner, and able to engage in all of the activities I want to excel at.

I developed Foundation Health and Fitness to help others do the same, bringing the most beneficial modalities and talented practitioners together to build a community focused on functional strength and total wellness.

FOUNDER

After years of working in business I found a passion for fitness around my late 20s. I became obsessed with kickboxing & dancing, mostly country western & west coast swing. At 33 I was a NASM certified personal trainer as well as certified in kickboxing and PIYO. I worked specifically with women who had insecurities about fitness & helped them gain the confidence to find their place in a traditional gym setting. Unfortunately a back injury placed that journey on hold & in an attempt to keep my life on a health centered trajectory I decided to get my BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) & became a licensed nurse while using every modality available to me to heal my back. After 5 years working in the hospital setting Charlie & I decided to start Foundation Health & Fitness, a one stop shop for health and wellness where many of the amazing practitioners & skilled fitness instructors that put me back together all work under one roof and help others that have struggled with injuries as well as prevent them in the first place.

The dream has always been to live a life with a strong physical foundation to extend both lifespan and healthspan for ourselves and those around us. We are thrilled for the opportunity to bring all of these amazing practices together & share this space with our community!

FOUNDATION HEALTH AND FITNESS: GENERAL MANAGER

541 SOCIAL CLUB: FOUNDER

Growing up in Bend, I always dreamt of becoming an integral part of this great community. After graduating from Oregon State University with a degree in Exercise Sport Science, I was recruited by EXOS, a sports performance-based company where I had the humble pleasure of working with some of the most acclaimed athletes in the world. My role transitioned from coaching to managing, then directing global Adidas sports facilities. For the last decade, I traveled the world, living in five different countries while I launched and managed facilities to support the fitness, health, and wellness needs of adidas employees. I moved back to Bend with the goal of realizing my childhood dream of owning a business in my hometown.

The big idea came from a conversation with friends. We were talking about how great it would be if I could put a sauna and ice bath on a trailer to take to events and parties. That's when it hit me … Mobile Contrast Therapy! The idea was a spark that turned into a fire and I officially opened 541 Social Club in November of 2022.

I’m excited, thankful, and eager to continue supporting this community, earning your trust, and providing an amazing experience for participants and members.

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES AND SALES MANAGER

Almost two decades ago, after a significant and painful event, I was forced to re-engineer my life. I found myself experimenting with numerous nutrition protocols. From supplements, sleep, and movement to ice baths, saunas, and breath work, my pursuit towards wholeness and peak performance has taken me to many different places.

My personal progress was amplified by a supportive community that helped me confront and overcome my challenges. Because of that, I connect strongly with our mission here at Foundation to foster a community where members engage in their own transformative journey and become the fullest version of themselves.

In my role overseeing member services, I see myself as the chief curator of community.

I began practicing this work when I founded a social magazine in SE Portland. We told the stories of a small community, and celebrated the families (and pets) that were the heart of this neighborhood.

I also put this into practice when I built an Airbnb business in the Willamette Valley. I cared deeply for all my guests and wanted to make sure they were taken care of no matter what came up.

If you're seeking a tribe that values transformation and deep, communal connections, I'm here to journey with you. Let's embrace the power of personal growth and family together.

MEMBERSHIP SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

BALLET INSTRUCTOR

Straight out of Germany Berlin's limelight on the stage of the famous Friedrichsstadt Palast, Antje Hertel Hendrix, dazzled world dignitaries and bourgeois audiences worldwide for over a decade through her mastery of classical and modern dance.

Ballet, the foundation of Antje's creativity, has since proven to be invaluable as a training protocol for fitness and beyond.

So much so, that world class olympic athletes sought her out to improve their game and strengthen their confidence in the gym AND at their health clinics.

However, research has also shown how ballet training is above no other in gently maneuvering the body toward better balance, coordination, healthy life choices, strength, flexibility, and resilience, not to mention the psychological advantages of body awareness, mindfulness, and weight management.

In between rich ballet coaching sessions, Antje is also available to host your peripheral workouts, creating an attentive and supportive atmosphere.

Take a moment to reach out to her. She would LOVE to share her decades of experience and give special pointers on a safe and healthy workout!

MEMBERSHIP SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

“I'm Taelor! Fitness and athletics have always been a part of my life. I am a Central Oregon Native and an avid health, wellness, and fitness enthusiast who has a passion for helping people become their best selves!

Growing up, I participated in various sports until I reached high school and narrowed it down to just volleyball. I played my HS career at Redmond High school then continued to chase the sport in college. My passion for the sport led me to pursue coaching 14U club volleyball in the community that I grew up playing in, which is an absolute joy to me.

When I’m not in the gym, I like to spend time with my family. My husband AJ and our two young kiddos, Karsynn and Porter, are my biggest “Why” in life and always my biggest supporters. Some of our hobbies as a family include: getting outside and spending time together as a family, finding the next best coffee shop, and spending the day on the lake in the summer.

I am excited to be apart of the FHF family and cannot wait to share my passion for Health, Wellness, and Fitness with our members and our community! I look forward to meeting and building relationships with you all!”

PERFORMANCE MANAGER & COACH

Sebi hails from the University of Houston Pre-Pharmacy, Lonestar College of Health Sciences and is Certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Personal Trainer. Sebi brings with him an impressive list of certifications to Foundation Health and FItness including Weight loss Specialist, Performance Enhancement Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Certified TRX Instructor, Flexologist Practitioner, Row Instructor, and Run Coach.

As a Personal Trainer since 2009, he has experience servicing corporate, commercial, resort and studio settings providing wellness solutions ranging from college athletes to retirees. He helps clients establish a connection with their body through forming good weight lifting techniques to gain confidence that carries into their life outside of the gym. You can expect each session to be educational and empowering. The ideal client for Sebi would be someone who is ready to commit, learn, share stories and smile along their wellness journey.

Sebi moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2016 and has enjoyed the plentiful outdoor options our area provides. A few of his favorites are mountaineering, backpacking, landscape photography and backcountry skiing.

PERFORMANCE COACH

Currently on a never-ending pursuit to cultivate functional, full-body strength and conditioning programs for a wide variety of movers and shakers. Grant focuses on providing well-rounded group fitness instruction, aimed at keeping people healthy and provoking movement patterns that will carry over into everyday life. The foundation of his fitness acumen comes from years of experience coaching athletes at the collegiate level. He is USAW certified. Outside the gym, Grant enjoys camping, fishing, writing, and playing in the dirt.

PERFORMANCE COACH & MASSAGE THERAPIST

MEMBERSHIP SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

Grant grew up in Bend, Oregon and was a basketball player through high school and some college before having a career ending injury. He then changed route and found himself back home and finding what to do next. He knew he wanted to help people as much as possible and be involved with the human body. That is when he found Massage Therapy and holistic health practices. Grant attended Sage School of Massage and Graduated 2022. He specializes in deep tissue, trigger point therapy, and injury recovery and prevention. Grant also has been a Certified Personal Trainer since August 2023 and utilizes his sports background in his training.

With his free time Grant enjoys being with like-minded people and just enjoying each moment. He also enjoys lifting weights and various outdoor activities like hiking, paddle boarding, snowboarding, and spike ball. Also taking time each day to reflect and be present whether through journaling, meditation, or playing guitar.

ROW COACH

Steve is a Certified Indoor Rowing Coach with Concept2, and has been a part of their US Indoor Team since 2020. As a competitive rower, he has won several US and World Championships, and holds a world record for the 500m distance. 

At 61 years young, Steve is also certified with NASM as a personal trainer and loves to share his knowledge and experience with others. Utilizing the Concept2 Row Erg as his primary tool, he specializes in not only enhancing rowing skills but also in fostering fitness and strength.

PERFORMANCE COACH

Tanner is a passionate fitness enthusiast from Portland, now living in Bend. Active in team sports since childhood, he played soccer, basketball, and lacrosse, which sparked his interest in strength training.

After attending the National Personal Training Institute, he pursued a Kinesiology degree at Oregon State University-Cascades, gaining valuable experience in local gyms. He has earned certifications through StrongFirst, particularly in kettlebell training, which has become his primary focus. With nine years in the strength training world, Tanner enjoys hiking, trail running, and other outdoor activities, alongside cooking, playing guitar, and nurturing his love for plants.