Adaptive Training Academy

Mission

Founded in 2012, Adaptive Training Academy (ATA)is a mission-oriented non-profit organization founded and led by a coalition of adaptive athletes, trainers, and physios dedicated to providing high-quality, research-based education and guidance to enable accessible and inclusive fitness training for everyone, regardless of ability.

Testimonial

Far too often non-profits are more fluff than action. That’s not the case with The Phoenix! This organization affects positive change in cities all around the US and Canada on a daily basis. Adaptive Training Academy is proud to partner with The Phoenix in using community-based fitness to accomplish its mission.
-Alec Zirkenbach, Adaptive Training Academy Executive Director

OUT Foundation

Mission

Our mission is to remove the barriers that block LGBTQ+ individuals’ access and participation in fitness, health, and wellness to ensure their success. 

We are dedicated to nurturing, empowering, and celebrating LGBTQ+ bodies and minds to guarantee that our community thrives. 

Testimonial

Partnering with The Phoenix was nothing short of rad. There is just no other way to describe the organization. The Phoenix understands the transformative empowerment of health and wellness. The OUT Foundation seeks to remove barriers that confront the LGBTQ+ community in fitness, health, and wellness, so our missions aligned perfectly. As a panelist, I was welcomed with open arms. As guests at the Boston facility for our summit, we were treated like family. The OUT Foundation has found an incredible partner with The Phoenix, and we are grateful for the generosity, inclusion, and spirit we have experienced with the organization  

– Chloie Jönsson Chief Executive Officer OUT Foundation 

Barbells For Boobs

Mission

We are providing support and education to incorporate physical activity as the foundation for breast cancer risk reduction, treatment, and survivorship. We strive to improve the quality of life and outcomes in individuals impacted by breast cancer. Engaging in consistent physical activity has been proven an effective intervention toReduce cancer risk,Reduce the prevalence and severity of adverse effects during breast cancer treatment,Reduce post-treatment relative risks of recurrence, breast cancer mortality and all causes. 

Testimonial

They say, “There is strength in numbers,” and it’s true. The nonprofit community within the greater CrossFit community is no different. As partners, friends, and allies, Barbells for Boobs and The Phoenix are certainly stronger together. Using physical activity as a pillar to provide positive outcomes and to strengthen the mind, body and soul of their participants, both organizations are truly making a difference in the lives of the community they serve, together.  

– Zionna Hanson, Founder and CEO of Barbells for Boobs  

Adaptively Abled

Mission

Adaptively Abled recently partnered with The Phoenix as part of their CrossFit Community Center Initiative. The Phoenix has offered us a new home to run our adaptive fitness and wellness program Adaptively Abled Fitness, Boston’s very first adaptive functional fitness and wellness program run for adaptive athletes by adaptive athletes. In December 2020 we graduated our second class of 10 driven and motivated adaptive athletes. As an adaptive and Inclusive personal trainer and CrossFit Level 1 Coach, I am honored to run a weekly Sunday 10 AM Inclusive Bootcamp open to athletes of all ability levels. Pure magic happens when athletes from all of The Phoenix’s partner programs come together to share some sweat equity and support each other’s recovery.

Testimonial

The Phoenix has become a new home and family for myself and Adaptively Abled. We are proud to be a part of The Phoenix Family and truly believe that we are stronger together!

-Melissa DeChellis, Founder and President of Adaptively Abled

3 Point Foundation

Mission

We seek to close the opportunity and achievement gap caused by economic inequality for underserved, low-income Boston elementary and middle school youth by providing free community-based programs that integrate project-based learning, athletics, dance, and other activities to foster the development of 21st century skills, social-emotional growth, and a growth mindset – all of which are crucial to future success

Battle Cancer

Mission

Our mission is to inspire, support and unite people with one goal: kicking cancer into the dust. 

We want to drive a movement that helps those affected by cancer, to inspire them in their darkest moments and support them in recovery.

Travis Manion Foundation

Mission

TMF empowers veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop character in future generations 

Boston EMS

Our department is a recognized leader in emergency medical service and the largest municipal EMS in New England. We are staffed by full-time uniformed emergency medical technicians, paramedics, supervisor, and command personnel 

Testimonial:  

Over the past 3 years the relationship between Boston EMS and The Phoenix has grown exponentially.  The EMT’s and Paramedics of BEMS have gone from occasional drop in’s when I volunteer coach to Boston EMS Health & Wellness having daily classes at Newmarket Sq. This partnership is great for many reasons, but here are two that stand out. First, the space gives the members of Boston EMS a place to decompress. This is their time to bond over calls and life stressors all whilst working out. Second, in a world of “Us vs. Them”, The Phoenix gives us a place where the EMS community and the recovery community collide other than on calls. This helps both groups develop a better understanding of each other and gain mutual respect. During our time at The Phoenix the only thing that is judged is your squat  

-Felicia Hickey, Health and Wellness Coordinator

Forging Youth Resilience

Mission

FYR empowers young people to build physical and mental strength for life by providing access to a network of community-based fitness programs and mentorship