Staff Spotlight: Chris Hope

What is your role at Ballard Health Club and how long have you worked at BHC?

I'm the Facilities Manager and also support/supervise the Overnight Crew. I joined the Ballard Health Club staff in the Summer of 2019 (over 6 years ago)!

What do you love most about working at BHC?

BHC has a strong feeling of community and lots of familiar faces. I work to make improvements to the facility in order to help club members achieve their fitness goals. They're happy, I'm happy. 

What’s one thing most members might not know about your role?

I've made plenty of friends through working at the gym, so a highlight is always just getting on shift and starting to make my rounds on the floor to see who's in and saying hi.

What’s your favorite way to spend a day off?

Going for a long hike with my girlfriend, having a nice Thai dinner, and watching an Art House film.

Where are you from, originally?

I was born in Spokane and have lived most of my life in Washington state. Although I have lived all over the country (Florida, Oregon, Texas, Alaska) I always come back to the PNW..

Any hobbies outside of the gym?

My background is in classical art (portrait drawing and sculpture) which evolved into studio photography a few years ago. I love drawing and photo-editing.

Favorite Restaurant in Seattle?

There are so many great ones but we especially love Thai Thani and Pink Bee here in Ballard.

Dogs or cats?

Honestly I love both but cats are more my speed - some dogs have zero chill. 😁