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March Athlete of the Month

Congratulations to our March Athlete of the Month: Pinky! Pinky can rock any outfit like no other and has a sense of humor that keeps us all on our toes. You can count on him for good vibes and lots of laughs during every workout. Hard work? He’s got that too. Pinky is notorious for his high-fives and if you’re lucky enough to know him you know exactly why he’s our Athlete of the Month! We love how fierce, funny, and fabulous Pinky is!

How long have you been going to EBA?

“I’ve been at EBA for almost two years.”

What is your favorite part about EBA?

“My coaches, talking to people, and working out with people!”

What do you like to do when you’re not at EBA?

“Hanging out with people in my day program!”

March Teammate of the Month

Congratulations to our March Teammate of the Month: Mallie! Mallie is an absolute baller, on and off the EBA gym floor. She is a fantastic motivator- supporting and encouraging all of her partners to workout to their highest potential. She is funny, friendly, and never says no to mid-class dance party. Mallie has been CLUTCH the past couple months in our brand new HQ classes and we are SO thankful for her!

How long have you been volunteering as a teammate at EBA?

“I’ve been volunteering at EBA for almost a year now.”

What is your favorite part about EBA?

“My favorite part about EBA is the people I meet and the fun energy everyone brings to class. I always leave in a great mood.”

What do you like to do when you’re not at EBA?

“When I’m not at EBA I am playing soccer, doing pilates/yoga, or finding new coffee shops to enjoy.”

EBA in the press

EBA HQ Grand Opening

We held our big grand opening for the brand new EBA HQ in December 2024! Over 400 members of the EBA Family came through the doors to check out this new inclusive exercise space, and KPTV News was on the scene to capture it all. Click here to view the video .

The KATU AFTERNOON LIVE Collection

As “friends of the show,” EBA athletes, teammates, and staff have made numerous appearances on KATU’s Afternoon Live. Click on a picture above to view one of their segments as they share the importance of inclusive exercise with host Hannah Olsen!

“WE RISE BY LIFTING EACH OTHER” Podcast

EBA was asked to join Michelle Beck’s “We Rise By Lifting Each Other,” a podcast that works to highlight all the good that’s in the world. Click here to listen to this episode on Spotify, or find it wherever you get your podcasts!

Trail Blazers time!

EBA ran classes on the homecourt of the Portland Trail Blazers on two separate occasions in 2023! Both classes saw 50 excited athletes and teammates participate in a fun and fast-paced class on the court, followed by 100 members of the EBA family cheering and dancing in the stands during the game later that night. We love our time with the Blazers!

Nick Krupke visits with eba teammates

KPTV News joined one of EBA’s weekly classes to catch up with some Every Body Athletics volunteers (teammates) and hear about the impact that EBA has had on their lives. Click here to view the video.

Innovation in the Pacific Northwest

Every Body Athletics was featured in the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust’s annual video highlighting nonprofits who provide impactful and essential services in the Pacific Northwest. The project focused on EBA’s innovative approach to creating access to health, and can be viewed below. The full press release from The Trust can be found here.

KPTV Highlights new EBA online program

KPTV News paid a virtual visit to check out our new EBA Online classes amidst the pandemic. Click here to view the video.

Back with the blazers!

For the second year in a row, Every Body Athletics ran a special EBA class at the Moda Center. 50 athletes and teammates exercised and Zumba-ed on the Blazers’ home court during the day, and then met up later that night to attend the game against the OKC Thunder. It was a great day for the EBA family!

KPTV Puts EBA ON DISPLAY

KPTV News joined us at the opening of our third EBA location! Click here to view the video.

EBA AND THE TRAIL BLAZERS!

Every Body Athletics was invited to run an EBA class on the home court of the Portland Trail Blazers! 40 EBA athletes and teammates met at the Moda Center for an unbelievable experience. Check out some pictures from that special class below!

EBA Featured in portrait magazine

Portrait Magazine featured an article on EBA. Click on the thumbnails below to zoom in and read each page. View the magazine article online here (our story is seen on pages 41 & 51).