Kate McDonald

Kate is an AFAA certified group fitness instructor. She also holds many other specialty certifications (Warrior Rhythm, Warrior Strength, Warrior Combat, Turbo Kick, Piyo, Spiked, Soul Fusion). She is also currently working on her RYT200 certification. She has been on her own health journey since her early twenties and has sustained a 60lb weight loss. She found her love for fitness through music-based formats and feels a strong connection and unique energy while moving to a beat. All formats she teaches are music-driven and are an amazing mind & body experience!

Kate believes fitness should be fun, enjoyable and more than just a physical experience. She wants her participants to rock out and feel the music - “When in doubt, dance it out!” She encourages people to embrace the process of learning how to move to a beat and she likes the music LOUD!!!

Kate teaches most of her classes virtually on YouTube. She teaches a few in-person classes in the San Diego area. Check the schedule page! She also collaborates with local businesses to host pop-up classes and special events. Reach out if interested in collaborating!

Before teaching fitness, Kate was an elementary teacher for nine years. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from UW - River Falls and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from Saint Mary’s University - Minneapolis. She has found her teaching passion reignited in new ways with group fitness instruction and training other fitness professionals. Additionally, Kate provides consulting services for independent fitness professionals.

Kate is originally from the Midwest and lived Minneapolis, Minnesota between 2007 and 2024. She recently moved to Encinitas, California and is starting new adventures on the West Coast!