Our Story
Brand Origins & Goal
Saint Kaizen was founded in April 2022 by Christopher Clarke and Richard Buruiana. Having already found success with another clothing brand, the two devoted Christians wanted to combine their expertise in apparel with their love for Christ, and thus, Saint Kaizen was born.
Saint Kaizen was founded in April 2022 by Christopher Clarke and Richard Buruiana. Having already found success with another clothing brand, the two devoted Christians wanted to combine their expertise in apparel with their love for Christ, and thus, Saint Kaizen was born.
The brand gained traction in July 2022 when well-known Christian influencer Alex Eubank joined the Saint Kaizen team. Since then, we have maintained our momentum, growing year over year, expanding our product line, improving the quality of our pieces, and most importantly, spreading the word of Christ to millions both online and offline through our clothing.
Our goal moving forward is to create the largest community of Christian gym-goers, giving glory to Christ every step of the way.
We also aim to continue spreading the word of Christ through our apparel. We believe that every interaction counts—whether it’s seeing our clothing on someone in person, watching a 10-second Facebook clip, or coming across a random TikTok on your FYP. Each of these interactions has the potential to plant a seed in a non-believer’s mind, opening their eyes to the Lord and Savior. It could be the moment that brings a follower who has gone astray back to our Savior, or it might simply help you, a believer, grow in your relationship with Christ. When you see the clothing you’re wearing, we hope it serves as a reminder of His sacrifices, His love for you, and the truth that everything we do is for Him.
Our commitment to craftsmanship
Our commitment to craftsmanship
Our team of dedicated Christians works six days a week, committed to crafting quality pieces that honor our Lord and Savior. From the design stage to production, every member is devoted to creating products that stand out in a world dominated by fast fashion. At Saint Kaizen, we value craftsmanship.
Each item begins with a written vision. From there, we bring the concept to life through digital creation, tirelessly sketching until it becomes a refined design file. We carefully select the materials to be used and prepare a comprehensive tech pack detailing the weight, fit, feel, and other specifications, which our design team then sends to our sample factory.
We devote six months to rigorously testing each product before it is released to the public. Only when a product meets our high standards does it move forward to production.
Each piece follows its own unique process—whether it involves stitching, embroidery, or printing—but for every item, we uphold a standard of exceptional craftsmanship. All our products are handcrafted by experts who excel in their trade.
To give you a glimpse into the dedication and skill that go into our work, we’ve created this video showcasing the production of our lever belts. We hope you enjoy it.
What does the name Saint Kaizen mean?
The name Saint Kaizen embodies two powerful concepts.
Saint is derived from the Bible, meaning “holy.” It represents our commitment to faith and the pursuit of a life that honors God.
Kaizen is a Japanese term for “continuous improvement,” often associated with the idea of getting 1% better each day.
By combining these two elements, we created our brand name - Saint Kaizen. Our mission is to inspire you to grow 1% each day, both in your relationship with Jesus and in your fitness journey. We believe that when these two are intertwined, when you draw your strength from the Lord and honor Him through your workouts, a beautiful transformation occurs. It becomes more than just lifting weights; it becomes lifting for His glory. You are not pursuing fitness for worldly reasons, but as a way of carrying your cross, just as He carried His for us.