Meet the Owner- Katie Pekarek

Hi Hi, How Do You Do?!

I’m Katie Pekarek, and I’m super excited to bring My Gym Children’s Fitness Center to Lakeville, MN. I fell in love with My Gym back in 2011 at the Eden Prairie location where I became their director. It's all about fun fitness, confidence, and social growth!

I attended University of Minnesota for my B.A. in Dance and when I graduated, I dove right into My Gym. In 2015, my family and I moved back to my home state, Colorado, where I continued the My Gym journey in Highlands Ranch. I also worked as a Regional Aerobics Director, opening six clubs and leading fitness teams. Plus, I spent six years as the Young People’s Director, organizing events and programs for the Rocky Mountain Conference. I’ve been teaching Zumba Fitness since 2013 and got my CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor Certification to help others in emergencies. Before returning to Minnesota, I helped open a Children’s Fitness Center in Colorado as their director. Movement is my passion!

We're thrilled to be back in Lakeville—a perfect mix of city access and outdoor fun! We’re ready to leap into our own My Gym adventure!

When I'm not at My Gym, I’m outdoors with my family or traveling. We love skiing and hitting the mountains!

Can’t wait to meet all the awesome families in Lakeville and get moving together!

Happy Handstands! -Katie