Strategic Partnership

Element Gym is proud to expand its impact with the launch of Athlete Village—the extension of our non-profit and philanthropic arm. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to creating opportunities where athletics, education, and community intersect. Beginning in Fall 2025, our “Pay What You Can” initiative will make it possible to transform the lives of hundreds of young people in just the first year.

Through this collaboration, we are building programs that do more than train athletes—they prepare young people for life. By emphasizing character, confidence, and connection, we ensure that participants grow not only in their athletic abilities but also in leadership and resilience. Athlete Village’s mission to provide accessible, barrier-free opportunities aligns seamlessly with Element Gym’s vision of making wellness, mentorship, and elite training available to every young person in Saint Paul.

Together, Element Gym and Athlete Village will expand access to personal training, youth development, after-school enrichment, and competitive sports pathways. Beyond the gym and the field, we’ll also create opportunities for volunteerism, apprenticeships, and internships that equip the next generation with leadership skills for lifelong success.

This is more than a partnership—it’s a movement. By uniting our resources and expertise, we are building a true village where athletes of all ages and backgrounds can thrive—on and off the field, and in and out of the ring.