We are for teens. By teens.

PEA stands for Personal Effectiveness Association, a certified 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization designed to support and improve individual mental health through exercise and knowledge of fitness and nutrition. Whether you are an athlete, or have never been to the gym, this is the place for you.  

As high-schoolers, we've noticed there are limited opportunities for teenagers and young adults to address anxieties and everyday worries. Local students are invited to join us as we go on runs, do yoga, and explore various bodyweight exercises together while communicating about whatever may be on your mind in this safe environment. 

Learn more about us and our mission here

...we understand the power that setting and accomplishing goals has on building self-confidence along with the importance of having a friendly face to talk to because we are high-schoolers too. Our goal is to help create life-long health habits and, locally, provide a friendly atmosphere in order to help teens manage their day-to-day stressors. 

Our approach is based on scientific studies that document the benefits that exercise and open dialogue have for relieving stress and other mental ailments [1, 2] as well as the proven ability of client-run mental health communities to provide successful outcomes for their members [3].

That said, there are a few things we expect of those who choose to join our peer community. Everyone participates voluntarily at their own risk, so please be respectful of others, and come willing to join by moving, listening and sharing in the activities planned.