Aj Vasquez began his life in a single-parent household within a low-income neighborhood in Greeley, and found himself entangled in the gang environments from an early age. These challenges set him on a path of high-risk behaviors which eventually led to a period of incarceration. Despite this, Aj persevered.

In turning his life around, Aj walked away from his life on the streets, and has gone on to earn a bachelor's degree, and become a certified boxing instructor. What started as a small, private boxing club for family and friends quickly grew into a thriving non-profit for the youth of Northern Colorado.

Aj has dedicated his life to setting youth up for success through high physical and academic achievements.