**Gym Owner**
**District Running Collective Run Captain**
**Under Armour Sponsored Athlete from 2021-2023**
**2024 Rock & Roll Half Marathon, Cherry Blossom 10 Miler, Run Juneteenth Half Marathon, Marine Corps 10K, and Philadelphia Marathon**
**2023 Baltimore Marathon, Marine Corps 50K, TransRockies Run, The Speed Project, and Ragnar Relay**
**2022 Philadelphia Marathon**

Founder

Leon D. Bournes

A lifelong Washingtonian devoted to promoting health and wellness in the community. With a deep-rooted connection to DC, Leon Bournes brings a unique perspective to Bourne2Fly, ensuring your fitness journey is in caring and capable hands. Learn more about our founder's dedication to helping you thrive!

Leon brings over 15 years of fitness industry experience. With a passion for sports cultivated from his youth in DC, Leon kickstarted his career as a lifeguard with DPR and went on to excel in football and lacrosse at Archbishop Carroll High School. Graduating from Lynchburg College with a degree in sports management, Leon continued his journey in the fitness industry, quickly advancing to roles in personal training sales and management. Fueled by a desire to create a more compassionate fitness experience, Leon established Bourne 2 Fly LLC in 2011, dedicated to providing innovative fitness services to diverse communities in DC.

**2024 Marine Corps 10K, Run Juneteenth 10K**
**2023 DC Half Marathon, Run Juneteenth 10K**

Director

Leila Bournes

Leila Bournes is the Director of Operations at Bourne 2 Fly Fitness, with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State University. She oversees the youth summer academy and employment program with support from MBYSEP (DOES), reflecting her dedication to empowering young individuals in the community. Leila is also actively involved in community initiatives like the Bourne2Fly Community Clean-up and Walk, promoting wellness in the DC community.