The Story of MAC Fitness

The story of MAC Fitness began in 1994 with a simple idea: create a welcoming place where people could move, connect, and care for their health together.

What started as a small fitness outreach at what was then Richland Bible Church in Richland, Michigan—now GraceSpring Bible Church—offered STEP aerobics classes along with childcare. Before long, the program grew into a vibrant community that welcomed people of all ages and fitness levels.

Among those early participants was Angie Foster-Goodrich, who discovered not only a love for fitness but also a calling to encourage and serve others. What began as participation in classes eventually led Angie to become an instructor and, in 1999, step into a leadership role. Under her guidance, the ministry continued to grow and evolve, expanding its class offerings while staying true to its commitment to community, encouragement, and wellness.

In 2020, the vision grew even further when Angie joined forces with Megan Haan and Colleen Valkema to formally establish MAC Fitness. Together, they shared a vision of creating accessible, affordable fitness opportunities that would reach beyond a single church or location.

Their goal was—and continues to be—simple: help people become stronger, healthier, and more connected while creating a community where everyone feels welcome.

Today, MAC Fitness operates at GraceSpring Bible Church and Northeastern Baptist Church, serving individuals throughout the greater Kalamazoo area. With a variety of classes designed for different fitness levels and abilities, MAC Fitness continues to grow while maintaining the heart of the ministry from which it began.

More than 30 years after those first STEP classes, the mission remains stronger than ever.

MAC Fitness is more than a place to work out. It’s a community. It’s connection. It’s encouragement. And it’s a place where everybody belongs.

Stronger Together. All Fitness Levels Welcome.