Meet the Founder, Sydney

Sydney founded Sovana out of her own desire for a space where women could feel confident in the weight room. After years of feeling out of place in traditional corporate gyms, she dreamed of a studio designed specifically for women — a place that is both supportive and empowering. When she and her husband opened a sports performance facility in September 2024, Sydney saw an opportunity: mornings were underutilized, and she knew this was the perfect time to bring Sovana to life.

Her vision is rooted in a belief that quality fitness matters and that stewarding our bodies well is part of living fully. Sydney recognized that women often miss out on the benefits of pushing weight in their routines, and Sovana was created to change that. Through intentional programming, expert coaching, and community, she hopes to redefine how women experience strength — not just in the gym, but in every part of life.