Today we’d like to introduce you to Sean Kuttner.
Hi Sean, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
The idea for Kutthaus Fitness began in Hawai‘i as an inside joke between two therapists: Liz, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Sean, a Physical Therapist Assistant working in an acute neurological rehabilitation facility. The name came from a blend of their last names—Kuttner and Holthaus—as they bonded over hikes, hot yoga, and high-intensity interval training, often joking about opening a gym of their own. After a year of training together, their relationship grew into something more than friendship.
In 2018, Liz and Sean left Hawai‘i for Grand Junction, Colorado, where they began working at the local hospital and a pain clinic. They quickly noticed a gap in care—while the area had strong orthopedic rehabilitation options, there were few resources dedicated to people living with neurological conditions such as stroke, acquired brain injury, or spinal cord injury. Rather than remain limited by insurance-based clinical models, they decided to repurpose the functional movement gym they had purchased during the 2020 shutdown into a space where people could continue to improve their health and wellness beyond what traditional therapy covered.
Operating as a fitness center rather than a rehabilitation clinic allowed them to support clients under the general supervision of professionals deeply familiar with neurological care—without the restrictions of insurance. Clients and athletes were now empowered to pursue the goals that mattered to them, rather than the ones dictated by a discharge plan.
As word spread about Kutthaus Fitness and its unique approach, Liz recognized the need for an official extension of their mission. She founded Kutthaus Neuro, a nonprofit dedicated to serving individuals with acquired neurological conditions, giving them continued access to inclusive, specialized wellness support in the Grand Junction community.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The road hasn’t been smooth. Purchasing the gym during the 2020 shutdown was a bold and risky move. At the time, people were staying home, avoiding public spaces, and hesitant to gather in groups outside of immediate family. Even after restrictions lifted, it took significant trial and error to get Kutthaus Fitness’ message across. From the outside, the gym looks like any other functional movement facility—but conveying its deeper purpose to both the general public and the specific communities it serves has taken time, patience, and persistence. One of the greatest challenges continues to be helping people unlearn much of what they’ve been told about weight training and loaded movement. Fortunately, through word of mouth and members leading by example, more people are keeping open minds and allowing themselves to try new approaches—even the ones that seem hard at first.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
Kutthaus Fitness, much like its founders, fosters an atmosphere of calm intensity, humility, and deep-rooted community. The goal isn’t to create the fastest or strongest athlete—it’s to build longevity, independence, and connection with the people who matter most. For some, success means reclaiming basic movements often taken for granted: standing without support, walking without dragging a foot, or getting up from the floor unaided. Liz and Sean are most proud when members share stories like being able to play on the ground with their kids again, ski for the first time since losing a limb, or walk into their favorite community space after being told they’d never walk again. What truly sets Kutthaus Fitness apart is its commitment to treating the “simple” milestones as life-changing victories.
Do you have any advice for those looking to network or find a mentor?
The best advice we can give is to lead with genuine curiosity and service. Mentorship and networking don’t always happen through formal introductions—they grow out of shared values, trust, and consistency. For us, some of our strongest connections came from simply showing up, asking good questions, and offering help without expecting anything in return.
When you focus on building real relationships, not just collecting contacts, you start attracting people who want to invest in your growth. We’ve found mentors in fellow coaches, medical professionals, and even members—because everyone has something valuable to teach. So be humble, be open, and stay in rooms where people are doing the kind of work that inspires you. That’s where the good stuff happens.
Pricing:
- 99.00 12 sessions per month
- 119.00 Unlimited Sessions per month
- 100.00 for a 10 pack of classes with and expiration of 3 months
- Couples discounts
- First responder, fire, police, military, student, and teacher discounts
Contact Info:
- Website: https://kutthausfitness.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kutthausfitness/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kutthausfitness
