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 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. 😁