Kate Gefael

President & Co-Founder

Kate is the co-founder of Evolve Dance & Fitness, a wife, proud mother of four daughters, and a trusted Realtor with Better Homes and Gardens Realty Partners. Having danced since the age of two, dance has been a lifelong passion and an important part of her life for as long as she can remember.

With over eight years of experience coaching, choreographing, and mentoring young dancers, Kate is dedicated to creating a positive environment where children can grow both on and off the dance floor. Throughout her coaching career, she has volunteered her time to choreograph and coach local youth sports and dance programs, helping keep opportunities available for young athletes in the community. Under Kate's choreography and direction, teams have earned state championship titles and numerous competitive achievements. While she is proud of those accomplishments, she believes the greatest success comes from helping children develop confidence, discipline, teamwork, leadership, and lasting friendships.

Kate's teaching philosophy centers around strong fundamentals, proper technique, and age-appropriate training. She believes dancers should build a solid foundation and progress at a steady pace, allowing them to develop skills correctly while maintaining their love for dance.

As co-founder of Evolve Dance & Fitness, Kate helped create a studio focused on accessibility, affordability, and community. Her goal is to provide a welcoming and supportive space where every dancer feels encouraged, empowered, and inspired to become the best version of themselves. Whether she's helping families find their dream home or helping young dancers find confidence in themselves, Kate is passionate about serving her community and making a positive impact in the lives of others. For Kate, dance is about more than trophies and titles, it's about building confidence, creating lifelong memories, and teaching skills that will benefit children far beyond their years in the studio.

Josh Kayser

Vice President & Co-Founder

Josh Kayser is the Vice President and Co-Founder of Evolve Dance & Fitness, bringing decades of operational, logistical, and technical expertise to the studio. During a nearly 27-year career with North Coast Electric, Josh worked his way up from the warehouse and counter sales to his current role as the Operations Manager for the Supply Solutions Group. Throughout his tenure, he has specialized in developing efficient processes, managing complex logistics, scaling team performance, and implementing high-level customer service solutions. At Evolve, Josh leverages this extensive background to ensure the day-to-day business runs seamlessly. His hands-on leadership extends to every corner of the studio—from establishing the digital infrastructure and secure registration systems to personally designing and engineering the custom 1,000+ square-foot professional sprung dance floor to guarantee a safe, premium surface for all students.

A dedicated fixture in Molalla for nearly 30 years, Josh has deep roots in the community through his extensive volunteer work with the Molalla Buckeroo. Since 2008, he has managed the Buckeroo's ticket office, overseeing cash and budget management while coordinating the volunteer teams that sell tickets and tokens. He also leverages his technical and electrical background to support the rodeo grounds—handling everything from arranging new LED site lighting and organizing generator placements to diagnosing electrical issues and maintaining the facility's network. While he calls Oregon City home—where he actively serves as Chair of the Citizen Involvement Committee and the Hillendale Neighborhood Association representative—his commitment to supporting local youth and families spans the entire region.

As a proud father of a 21-year-old daughter, Josh is a passionate advocate for youth. He understands firsthand the importance of creating safe, structured, and empowering environments where kids can thrive. Recognizing Kate’s undeniable passion and instructional talent, Josh proposed a true partnership to bring her vision to life. He consistently shows up to empower children, ensuring they have the support, resources, and top-tier facilities they need to succeed in whatever they do.