07/20/2026
This past weekend we celebrated our annual promotions — marking 19 incredible years of growth, grit, and community at Vanguard Gym!
Huge congratulations to our newest belt holders:
• Blue Belts: Nicholas, Caleb, Manny & Damien
• Purple Belts: Hussain & Ricky
• Brown Belts: Wes, Anderson & Mat
• Black Belts: Coach Amber, Coach Rob!
It was extra special having Coach Doug back with us, plus Coach Gorman and the whole Culpepper crew joining the celebration.
A massive thank you to every teammate and friend who showed up to support, push, and cheer on their training partners through the tests. This is what family looks like. đź’Ş
The weekend was bittersweet as we wrapped up our final Strength & Conditioning workouts — led by the one and only Coach Blaze. Thank you to all the former teammates and friends who came out to send it off in style.
Double congratulations to Brittany & Matt — Brittany went into labor right after leaving the gym and delivered beautiful baby Charlotte! Welcome to the world little one, and congrats to the new family ❤️
Shoutout to Angel, Sean, and everyone who stayed late to help move everything out and get us ready for the next chapter. Couldn’t do it without you!
Vanguard Gym is looking forward to many more years of serving our community — helping everyone grow through challenge, build resilience, and become stronger together.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Onward! 🔥
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