Resilience isn’t taught in a textbook. Sometimes it’s learned on a mat, in a gym, in a community that refuses to give up on its young people.
That’s the world Level Ground has built in Dorchester, and TwinFocus is proud and excited to support them as part of our 20th anniversary campaign, “20 Years of Trust, Impact, and Gratitude.”
Level Ground is far more than a martial arts gym. Yes, they offer professional instruction in MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, and Muay Thai, free for children and teenagers, and affordable for adults. But what happens at 1490 Dorchester Ave goes well beyond the mat. Through their Student Trainer Program, young people receive academic tutoring, college application support, workforce development training, nutrition education, and 1:1 mentorship. They don’t just learn how to fight, they learn how to build a future.
The results speak for themselves. Student Trainers at Level Ground demonstrate measurable growth in perseverance, critical thinking, communication, and peer relationships. And the vast majority go on to 2- or 4-year post-secondary programs.
We are genuinely excited to stand behind what Level Ground is doing in Dorchester. In a city where opportunity isn’t always distributed equally, they are closing that gap, one young person at a time, with grit, discipline, and an extraordinary belief in what Boston’s youth can achieve.
Thank you to the entire Level Ground team for the powerful work you do every day.
