Embody the ways of Christ through athletics mentorship and coaching
Mission
Strengthening individuals
to realize their potential
and lead in their communities
Vision
To build a community within the near westside of Cleveland, coaching young leaders who are engaged in holistic transformation. We desire to see these young men and women become role models to others and make an impact in their community
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Meet the Team
Founders
Nic Paoletta & Justin Aviles
Together, Nic Paoletta and Justin Aviles, unified by their shared calling to empower youth through martial arts and athletics training have created Embody Youth Academy.
Their vision for Embody goes deeper than conventional youth programs and focuses on the spiritual, physical, emotional, mental, and social aspects of each individual. Nic and Justin seek to help facilitate the holistic transformation of the youth in the city.
Through the shared experiences of Nic and Justin, they see the transformative power that martial arts, mentorship, and holistic training can bring to the lives of young men and women. The heart of Embody’s mission is the commitment to empower young men and women to become confident, disciplined, guided by the teachings of Jesus, and to be challenged to see the image of God in all people who they interact with — a purpose that extends beyond the gym and competition.
Coaches
Nic Paoletta | Justin Aviles | Isaac Chitwood
