Lift For Life Gym

The Gents
2026-06-09 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-25 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-30 13:30 - 15:30 UTC
Every Tuesday, successful businessman Ron Bradley leads small group mentor sessions with male youth on topics including Black history, career exploration, emotional regulation, and character development. Sessions encourage self-reflection, accountability, and problem-solving skills.

Weekly Central Library Trips
2026-06-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-25 14:00 - 16:00
The Youth will benefit from experiencing the resources the library offers to assist in their reading & literacy skills and give them access to tools to help them be creative and assist with any summer projects for school and the entrepreneur workshop.

Juneteenth Week
2026-06-15 14:00 - 2026-06-18 16:00
6/15 – Old Courthouse and Arch; 6/16 – the Freedom Suits Memorial and the Mill Creek installation at Energizer Park; & 6/18 – History Museum. Youth will engage in lessons on the history, geographical changes, and civil rights established after the Emancipation Proclamation and Juneteenth through interactive learning experiences focused on the Dred Scott Case, the Mill Creek community, & other St. Louis historical facts.

HER Inner Lift
2026-06-17 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-24 13:30 - 15:30
Every Wednesday, Sharee Galvin (“Queen Mocha Latte”) facilitates sessions for girls focused on social-emotional learning, self-esteem, healthy boundaries, sisterhood, and goal setting. Each session includes interactive activities, group discussions, and personal reflection exercises designed to build confidence and emotional awareness.

"Yeah, I Built That!" Trades Fair
2026-06-24 10:00 - 13:00
Teenagers interested in a trade career can engage with professionals to gain more insight into the different options in the trades industry.

Danforth Plant Science Center Tour
2026-06-26 14:00 - 15:00
The youth have a chance to explore the wonders of plant science during this exclusive tour.

Doc Dash Workshop
2026-06-29 14:30 - 2026-07-03 15:30
This workshop series, specifically designed for youth 13+, focuses on communication, presentation, critical thinking, safety, and preparation during real-life interactions—giving young people practical tools they can use immediately.

Summer Kickoff Party
2026-07-01 13:00 - 15:30
Summer school is officially over, which means it is time to party! Today, we will kick off summer with water games, prepare to root for Team USA, and enjoy ice cream from Clementine’s!

Central Library Weekly Visit
2026-07-02 12:30 - 14:00
We will take our weekly trip to the Central Library branch so the youth can read/checkout books, use the computer, and participate in their daily programs. If you need an application, use this link or reach out to LFLG staff for a paper copy.

Central Library Weekly Trip
2026-07-02 13:00 - 14:00
The Youth will experience the resources the library offers to assist in their reading & literacy skills and have access to tools to help them be creative and assist with their academics and business endeavors.

The Gents
2026-07-02 13:30 - 15:30
Every Thursday, successful businessman Ron Bradley leads small group mentor sessions with male youth on topics including Black history, career exploration, life skills, emotional regulation, and character development. Sessions encourage self-reflection, accountability, and problem-solving skills.

Esports Gaming Workshop at Maryville
2026-07-06 11:30 - 2026-07-08 14:30
The youth will have a chance to tour the campus and learn about the different technical jobs the university offers. Also, they will participate in gaming competitions!

Light Bearers
2026-07-07 13:30 - 14:30

Entrepreneur Shark Tank
2026-07-07 14:30 - 15:30

History Museum and Picnic in Forest Park
2026-07-09 13:00 - 15:00
Youth will experience the Mill Creek Exhibit at the St. Louis History Museum. Afterwards, they will have a picnic and some recreational fun in Forest Park.

The Gents
2026-07-09 13:30 - 15:30
Every Tuesday, successful businessman Ron Bradley leads small group mentor sessions with male youth on topics including Black history, career exploration, life skills, emotional regulation, and character development. Sessions encourage self-reflection, accountability, and problem-solving skills.

Central Library Branch Visit
2026-07-13 14:00 - 16:00

Fishing in the Park
2026-07-14 12:30 - 14:30
The Youth will have the opportunity to go fishing in a local park. They will also have a chance to engage in some recreational fun, including basketball and water fun (no swimming in a pool).

Light Bearers Innitative
2026-07-14 13:30 - 14:30

HER Inner Lift
2026-07-15 13:30 - 14:30

July Birthdays!
2026-07-15 14:00 - 14:30
This is the day we recognize all July birthdays with gifts, games, and cupcakes!

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
2026-07-16 13:00 - 16:00
The teenagers, ages 13+, will tour the campus to determine whether this college suits their future endeavors.

USAPL Teen Titan Meet/Camp
2026-07-18 08:00 - 2026-07-19 15:00 | McKendree University Melvin Price Convocation Center, 701 College Rd #41, Lebanon, Illinois, 62254, United States
Come cheer on our Lift for Life Powerlifting Team as we head to McKendree University to compete in the USAPL Teen Titan meet on July 18th. Our team will be sending both experienced and rookie lifters to this competition. The team will be back the very next day to attend the McKendree University Powerlifting Summer Camp.

St. Louis Economy Museum Tour
2026-07-20 13:00 - 14:00
The Youth have a chance to “uncover the unexpected and amazing ways the Fed and your money choices fit into the economy.” Check out this brochure for more information!

St. Louis University Campus Tour
2026-07-21 13:00 - 16:00

Baseball Night Out!
2026-07-23 16:00 - 20:00
The Gym will watch the Cardinals take on the Arizona Diamondbacks.
