Cheer on Carlo — Our Very Own H.A.R.D. Ninja! 🥷💪

Get ready to cheer for one of our own! The H.A.R.D. Foundation is kicking off an exciting new fitness challenge — The H.A.R.D. Ninja — to help raise awareness and funds for H.A.R.D.s Outdoor Education and Adventure Programs.

If you’ve ever watched American Ninja Warrior, you know what we mean — those wild obstacle courses that test strength, balance, and nerves of steel. Well, H.A.R.D. has its own competitor ready to take on the challenge…

Meet Carlo Pizzotti — Our H.A.R.D. Ninja!

We’re thrilled to share that Carlo Pizzotti, Maintenance & Construction Technician I, will represent H.A.R.D. as our very own Ninja! 🏃‍♂️💥

Carlo’s been training hard at Traverse Fitness Ninja Gym in Richmond, taking on everything from the salmon ladder and jumping spider to the flying bar and the infamous 15-foot warped wall.

From Toddler Tumblers to Ninja Warrior

Carlo’s story comes full circle — he actually started his athletic journey right here at H.A.R.D.! As a three-year-old in the Toddler Tumblers program in Castro Valley, he took his first steps toward a lifelong love of movement. He went on to train at Diablo Gymnastics and later with the Cal Gymnastics Academy at UC Berkeley before injuries cut his gymnastics career short.

Now, Carlo’s bringing that same energy and determination to Ninja training — and he’s already working toward qualifying for the Bay Area Ninja League. Go, Carlo! 🙌

How You Can Help

Carlo’s not just doing this for fun (though it’s definitely fun!) — he’s also raising money to support H.A.R.D.’s Outdoor Education and Adventure Programs, which help our community stay active, confident, and connected through recreation.

If you’d like to show your support, consider donating to help Carlo reach his goal. Every bit makes a difference and helps more people experience the joy and challenge of outdoor adventures.

👉 Let’s rally behind Carlo and the H.A.R.D. spirit — determination, teamwork, and FUN through recreation!

Follow the Journey

We’ll be sharing updates as Carlo trains and competes, so stay tuned for photos, progress reports, and plenty of encouragement. Let’s show him the whole H.A.R.D. team is behind him all the way! Follow us on Instagram at @hardfoundation or on Facebook @thehardfoundation to see updates!💚