Apex Arm Association
Join Apex Arm Association for an exhilarating journey through fitness, strength, and strategy! We welcome all students enrolled at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities to learn, train, and compete together. Build camaraderie while developing meaningful connections with others in a supportive and inclusive environment. We engage participants in fun activities to hone their arm prowess, including but not limited to, the sport of Arm Wrestling.
Inspirational Resources:
The Three Most Important Rules of Arm Wrestling - Devon Larratt
Basic Arm Wrestling Training Circuit - Devon Larratt
Top Three Lifts to Get Stronger at Arm Wrestling - Devon Larratt
Training Tips and Advice - Ermes Gasparini
Journey to Becoming a Champion - Gabriela Vasconcelos
One Arm Pull Ups - Gabriela Vasconcelos
Bicep Training - Sarah Backman
Check out the World Arm Wrestling league!
For information on competitors, championships, videos, and a whole lot more!
Our Mission:
We seek to empower and inspire students through fitness, health, and arm wrestling. Our activities promote physical fitness, mental resilience, and social connections. Our goal is to create an environment where students, regardless of their skill level, can find their place in the Apex Arm Association community.
Our Vision:
We envision a community where UMTC students of all backgrounds come together to embrace the spirit of fitness and wellness integrated with arm wrestling, while fostering fun, sportsmanship, and respect. We aim to create an inclusive and welcoming space where every member feels supported and encouraged to achieve their personal and athletic goals.
Our Values:
- Camaraderie: We believe in the power of unity and friendship. The bonds forged between members of our organization go beyond physical prowess. We celebrate the growth of all members and the club, creating lifelong connections through the relationships we form.
- Sportsmanship: Respect, fair play, and integrity are important values of the Apex Arm Association. We uphold these values in every event and every interaction within our organization.
- Inclusivity: We welcome UMTC students of all skill levels, backgrounds, and identities. We provide a space where everyone is valued and respected as they pursue their fitness journey.
- Personal Growth: Our organization offers an opportunity of self-discovery, pushing boundaries, and personal growth. We encourage all members to embrace this path.
Contact Us:
For any inquiry, or if you have questions about whether AAA is right for you, email the leadership personnel (president, secretary, treasurer, committee chair). The contact information for these officers can be found in the team roster.
Alternatively, please send your inquiry to our official email address apexarm@umn.edu. This email is monitored by the officers, and will be used to send announcements regarding events/activities.
- Before submitting an inquiry or question, we encourage you to look at our FAQs page. Note: this page is updated periodically so you may find an answer that wasn’t there previously.