Who we are

Forging Youth Resilience (FYR) is a member-based 501(c)(3) nationwide nonprofit helping youth build strength and confidence through fitness, nutrition, and mentorship. And now, we’re proud to bring that mission home to Port Washington!

FYR Port Washington in Port Washington, WI, is one of the newest clubs to join the movement, connecting local youth with a supportive community that helps them grow stronger, physically and mentally.

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Who we serve

At FYR, we serve youth (ages 12-20) in Port Washington, WI, and Ozaukee County who may be facing challenges or who would not otherwise have access to our services. This may include:

  • Youth coming from under-resourced families or neighborhoods

  • Youth out-of-school, including youth out-of-school facing unemployment

  • Youth in or aging out of foster care

  • Youth experiencing homelessness 

  • Youth who may need an alternative pathway educational environment (at-risk of leaving secondary school without a diploma)

  • Youth who are involved in the justice system

  • Youth experiencing environmental factors that put their health, safety, and well-being at risk, such as racism or discrimination based on gender identity or sexual orientation

  • Youth facing socio-emotional challenges exacerbated by being part of an under-resourced environment

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Why we exist

We believe in the next generation and their potential to change the world. Yet many youth do not have the same access to resources as others. Without access to resources, it’s often hard to see the bigger picture or the path forward.

By providing a critical network of support and essential skills, we help empower our athletes to tackle the challenges and ongoing barriers they face outside our program. Through a foundation of functional fitness and strength training, we open their eyes to new perspectives by challenging their limits. We support them in setting goals and breaking them.

Most importantly, we help them realize they are strong and capable while giving them the confidence to grow into adulthood.

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