CrossFit Savannah, a part of Performance Initiatives Inc., is a fitness business based in Savannah, Georgia, that focuses on educating and mentoring youth and adults through athletics and fitness, with Olympic-style weightlifting as a core component. Since its establishment in 2005, the organization has been dedicated to serving transient and underserved youth aged 7 through college, helping them excel both on and off the platform. Through their programs, they have produced champions at international, Pan-American, and American levels, fostering positive character traits and providing opportunities for academic and personal growth.
Performance Initiatives Inc. aims to simplify the fitness journey for individuals by offering a supportive and accessible environment for workouts. The organization, founded by Kerri Goodrich, a former member of the U.S. Women’s Weightlifting National team, emphasizes the importance of mental, physical, and spiritual development through sports and fitness activities. With a focus on nurturing hope and encouragement in participants who may not have experienced it before, CrossFit Savannah provides a platform for individuals to push their limits and achieve their full potential.
Through a combination of coaching expertise, leadership training, and a passion for youth development, CrossFit Savannah and Performance Initiatives Inc. strive to make fitness and weightlifting accessible to all members of the Savannah community. By offering a range of programs that cater to various age groups and skill levels, the business aims to create a supportive and inclusive space where individuals can grow, learn, and thrive both in and out of the gym environment.