The Phoenix is a nonprofit organization that fosters an active recovery community for individuals with a substance use disorder. Since launching programs in Colorado in 2006, more than 26,000 people have walked through the organization's doors nationally. The Phoenix events are free to anyone with at least 48 hours of continuous sobriety and instructors are in recovery themselves.

Leveraging the intrinsic power of physical activity and social connection, participants build confidence and find the support they need to live productive and fulfilling lives in recovery. Using a peer-to-peer model and a culture that is welcoming, safe and supportive, The Phoenix uses physical activity as a mechanism to facilitate human connection. Some Phoenix programs have partnered with the criminal justice system and others also offer recovery coaching. 

Some of the activities that help members develop and maintain the emotional strength and positive support networks to ensure long-term, sustainable recovery include: climbing, hiking, running, strength training, yoga, CrossFit, biking, and socials. 

More information on the program can be found in this write up from the Recovery Research Institute and this video as well as in these articles here and here. 

Funding for this program comes from donations and grants.