Sunday Sessions = Sisterhood + Strength
We’re building more than athletes — we’re building confidence, community, and future leaders.
Founded in honor of the late Helene R. Bouchard – athlete, mother, and co-owner of CrossFit Santa Cruz Central – the Helene R. Bouchard Scholarship aims to increase access to physical and emotional health for young female athletes in Santa Cruz County. Offered in partnership with CrossFit Santa Cruz Central owners Annie Sakamoto and Kelly Greco, this program enables high school girls to participate in a specialized CrossFit program focusing on foundational fitness principles, female mentorship, and personal resilience strategies to strengthen the body and the mind.
This initiative honors the legacy of Helene — an athlete, mother, and beloved community member — while expanding access to wellness and empowerment for young women.
The program is already in motion, with girls who play on flag football teams across Santa Cruz County showing up, getting stronger, and setting a powerful example
