How the Army built the ultimate H2F campus in Hawaii
As the Army sharpens its focus on the Indo-Pacific, it must prepare Soldiers for one of the world’s most demanding operational environments. Jungle warfare presents unique challenges — from steep ravines and uneven footing to heat, humidity and heavy loads — requiring Soldiers to move efficiently under pressure. To support mission readiness, U.S. Army units in Hawaii have invested in training environments that support Soldiers across a range of physical demands, from strength and conditioning to tactical mobility and marksmanship. Let’s explore. Pentagon Rig + AFT Field A human performance space outside division headquarters building supports Soldier fitness, while sending a clear message: Readiness lives here. This training environment repurposed two existing Performance Lockers with a new custom rig and Army Fitness Test turf lanes. The result is a space that meets everyday physical training and AFT preparation while making readiness a visible priority across the division. View the case study Indoor Conversion One brigade needed an upgraded gym to support H2F programming at the unit level. BeaverFit converted an underutilized indoor space into a human performance facility designed around strength, conditioning and recovery requirements. The space features a 54-foot modular rig, modular storage racks, a robust cardio and accessory package, and rubber flooring. By rethinking existing indoor space, the brigade gained a purpose-built training environment. View the case study Outdoor Conversion Another brigade converted a hangar into a covered outdoor training space, creating a dedicated Soldier Performance Readiness Center right beside the airfield. The space features a durable, weather-resistant rig, outdoor-rated accessories and storage racks, and Hoplites turf lanes. The result is a functional training environment designed to support Soldiers and H2F programming in the unit’s operational footprint. Learn about converting outdoor space SunPro Training Environments In addition to the airfield-adjacent SPRC, this brigade also invested in a SunPro training environment for strength and conditioning — which combines a Performance Locker, Cardio Locker and tension-fabric shelter. This setup helps overcome constraints of space, equipment and training throughput, providing a dedicated area for purposeful training even when tropical weather rolls in. View the case study Shred Shed An outdoor environment featuring a Shred Shed and custom turf flooring provides a dedicated space for P3T programming. Not every unit needs a full-scale container gym. The Shred Shed offers a practical alternative for teams that need a dedicated training area and equipment storage without a larger footprint. With easy access to the equipment Soldiers need, the setup supports individual or group training while making efficient use of available space. Learn more about the Shred Shed Inclined Skills Trainers Human performance extends beyond traditional strength and conditioning. Tactical mobility also demands the ability to climb, navigate obstacles and move through challenging environments. The Inclined Skills Trainer brings those demands into the unit footprint with a custom structure featuring ramps, steps and climbing stations. The Army invested in two ISTs here. These training environments give Soldiers opportunities to develop strength, conditioning and movement skills through varied, multi-dimensional training. View the case study Range Locker Finally, a Range Locker expands the division’s training capabilities into the tactical marksmanship environment. Designed to support basic and advanced marksmanship training, the Range Locker enables more dynamic shooting scenarios on an otherwise static range. The custom configuration includes interior storage for range and human performance equipment, along with a rooftop platform featuring adjustable-incline shooting platforms. These platforms allow Soldiers to shoot from various roof pitch angles, adding complexity and variety to marksmanship and tactical training. View the case study Building effective training environments starts with understanding the mission, the Soldiers who will use the space, and the capabilities they need to develop. Each training space the Army has created serves a specific purpose. Together, they give Soldiers more opportunities to prepare for the physical demands of their missions. Whether you’re converting an existing facility, working within a limited footprint or building new tactical training capability, BeaverFit creates unique training environments that enable you to win. Because winning matters. Contact our team today to start discussing your future training environment. Ready when you are. Contact our team today to start discussing your future training environment. Click Here Images and article do not imply federal endorsement. Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
BeaverFit to host fifth annual AUSA Human Performance Pavilion
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The AUSA Human Performance Pavilion powered by BeaverFit will take place at the AUSA 2026 Annual Meeting and Exposition Oct. 12-14. Featuring 18 industry leaders showcasing solutions to support H2F across multiple domains, the pavilion provides Army leaders the opportunity to connect directly with trusted partners about human performance needs and priorities. As a veteran owned and operated company, and the leading supplier of fitness and tactical training solutions to the U.S. military, BeaverFit creates unique training environments that help warfighters win. “We’re excited to be the presenting sponsor of the AUSA Human Performance Pavilion for the fifth year in a row as we continue to support the readiness and lethality of the Soldier Weapon System,” said Mike Taylor, co-founder of BeaverFit USA. The Human Performance Pavilion will feature a BeaverFit AFT Shred Shed, modified for the CFT with a 65-inch platform for sandbag lifts. Test your strength with a sandbag lift competition during the event. Joining BeaverFit in the pavilion: + Concept2 + Conflict Kinetics + DFND + DripDrop Hydration + Enduraphin + Game Ready + Genesis360 + Isophit + MYOS + NSCA + Oura + Senaptec + Serco + Teamworks + Vald Tactical + Willowview + Woodway “We look forward to showcasing how the human performance industry can help Army leaders redefine where and how Soldiers train, enabling them to win when winning matters most,” said Alex Roodhouse, co-founder of BeaverFit USA. The AUSA Human Performance Pavilion powered by BeaverFit is a must-visit for anyone looking to optimize H2F and Soldier readiness. Stop by Booth 7327 in Hall DE, located right next to the U.S. Army exhibit. Want to learn how BeaverFit can help you operationalize H2F? Request a meeting with our team at AUSA. Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
BeaverFit awarded Sourcewell cooperative contract
BeaverFit, a leader in creating human performance and tactical training environments, is proud to announce its recent award of a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing contract in the outdoor, indoor and mobile fitness solutions category. This allows BeaverFit to expand offerings to public agencies across North America. Sourcewell, a self-funded governmental organization established in 1978, facilitates a cooperative purchasing program that harnesses the collective purchasing power of more than 50,000 participating agencies. By streamlining procurement with pre-negotiated, competitive contracts, Sourcewell enables government, educational and nonprofit organizations to secure cost-effective and efficient purchasing solutions. BeaverFit secured a Sourcewell contract following a rigorous request for proposal process, ensuring compliance with local procurement requirements, and delivering exceptional value and service. This partnership grants any public agency access to purchase from BeaverFit through a ready-to-use, Sourcewell-vetted contract, streamlining the public purchasing process. “We’re honored that BeaverFit has been awarded a contract through Sourcewell, an organization that streamlines and strengthens the public purchasing process through cooperative buying power,” said Nick Vay, VP of commercial sales, BeaverFit. “This partnership makes it easier for our key customers and partners to access our industry-leading outdoor training solutions in a more efficient and cost-effective way, ultimately helping them better serve their communities.” For more information, including how an agency can use BeaverFit’s contract: Click Here Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
How the BeaverFit VBSS creates a ‘ship-in-a-box’ solution
Visit, board, search and seizure operations demand readiness. Coast guardsmen must move confidently through tight passageways, climb ladders and stairwells, clear rooms, and adapt to unfamiliar vessels — often in unpredictable maritime conditions. Yet realistic VBSS training infrastructure has historically been hard to come by. Live vessels are expensive and difficult to access at the cadence required to sustain readiness. That gap is exactly what BeaverFit VBSS training solutions are designed to solve. Purpose-built VBSS training environments BeaverFit VBSS solutions replicate the complexity and flow of real-world maritime operations — without relying on active ships or limited training windows. These training complexes can be installed in any environment and configured to simulate a wide range of vessel types. From stairwells and hatches to corridors and compartment layouts, every element purposefully supports realistic training. “VBSS operations don’t happen in predictable environments,” said Nick Dail, BeaverFit tactical sales director. “Our job is to give units a training platform that reflects that reality — tight spaces, vertical movement, sensory overload — so teams can train the way they fight.” Fully customizable — inside and out Every VBSS training complex is custom-designed based on mission requirements, budget and available space. BeaverFit works closely with units through a collaborative design process to ensure the VBSS solution aligns with the specific features, layouts and operational characteristics of the vessels being trained against. Because layouts are scalable and modular, units can evolve their training environment over time — adjusting configurations, increasing complexity, or adapting the space to support a wider range of mission sets. Built to last VBSS training doesn’t stop when the weather turns. BeaverFit VBSS solutions are engineered to endure harsh environments, with superior weatherproofing and materials selected for long-term performance. Like all BeaverFit tactical solutions, these systems are American-made – ensuring quality and supporting domestic supply chains in the process. That durability translates directly to more training days per year and fewer limitations driven by climate or location. From concept to installation VBSS training environments are complex systems — and BeaverFit manages them end to end. From ground prep and structural design to construction and installation, BeaverFit serves as a trusted partner throughout the project lifecycle, directly interfacing with units at every step. This allows for quicker competition times compared to traditional military construction. “We don’t just deliver equipment. We deliver a capability: a training environment that’s ready to use, built to last, and aligned with what the unit actually needs to win,” Dail said. Real-world validation: VBSS training in action Don’t just take our word for it. Recent videos shared by Business Insider and Wall Street Journal show U.S. Coast Guard teams conducting realistic drills inside a BeaverFit VBSS trainer — highlighting how the modular infrastructure supports complex mission training. For those with a mission that matters, training environments matter too — and BeaverFit creates the unique training environments that enable you to win. Contact our tactical team to discuss your training requirements at govsales@beaverfitusa.com. Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
Winning Matters: Built for the mission
Winning matters. It matters on the battlefield, in competition, and in everyday life. But winning doesn’t look the same for everyone. For some, it’s mission readiness. For others, it’s staying strong for family, showing up for a team, or getting after what you love. At its core, winning is about being prepared for what matters most to you. For those with a mission that matters, we create unique training environments that enable you to win—whether that training happens indoors, outdoors, or on the move. We don’t just provide a piece of equipment; we deliver a capability. The kind that supports readiness and performance when it counts. This is what Winning Matters represents. It’s one of the core values that drives our veteran-owned and operated team. It’s a commitment to building what does not yet exist, partnering closely with our customers, and redefining how and where people train. Because when the mission matters, preparation isn’t optional—and winning isn’t accidental. https://vimeo.com/1161552377?share=copy So, what does winning look like for you? Explore the capabilities that will help you achieve that win, and reach out to our team when you’re ready to get after it. Creator of the original container gym, an integrated fitness and storage solution that creates an outdoor training environment. EXPLORE Transform any indoor space into a world-class human performance facility with modular training equipment and custom design. EXPLORE Purpose-built performance infrastructure designed to meet training goals in any environment. EXPLORE Bring high performance fitness capabilities for small and large groups on the road to new destinations. EXPLORE Products that enable maximum storage and exercise capabilities in a compact footprint, no frills. EXPLORE Equipment and facility solutions that supply tactical athletes the capabilities that enable them to win. EXPLORE The only American-made outdoor fitness solution combining storage, training and custom branding in one durable, weatherproof design. EXPLORE Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
Why military units choose BeaverFit for large-scale projects
When a unit needs new infrastructure — a training space, an operational building, or a fully outfitted strength and conditioning environment — the big question often becomes: can we wait in the long and complex military construction pipeline, or is there a faster way to deliver the needed capability now? At BeaverFit we can support either challenge, but we’re experts at partnering with units facing the infrastructure delivery dilemma. While we understand the choice isn’t always up to the unit, what they can influence is how they navigate procurement, how quickly they can put a training environment in place, and how well that environment aligns with mission objectives. Here are five reasons units choose BeaverFit for large-scale training environments — and how those factors typically compare with the MILCON process: DESIGN BeaverFit customers typically receive a minimum of three to four consultations during the design phase — at no cost. In our experience observing MILCON projects, units often participate in only one or two design reviews, typically through their service’s construction management agency (USACE, NAVFAC or AFCEC). FUNDING MILCON funds are congressionally authorized and appropriated – a lengthy and complex process that can take years. Because these funds must align with administration, DoD and congressional priorities, projects may be delayed or deferred if priorities shift. BeaverFit projects are unit-driven and align with commander priorities. They can follow multiple procurement pathways, with our team assisting throughout the approval process to keep things moving forward — we can get you to “yes,” legally and fiscally. BUILD BeaverFit projects average 270 days from receipt of the purchase order, with project managers interfacing directly with customers throughout the entire build. MILCON, by comparison, moves through a multi-stage process with a less predictable timeline, often encountering delays, and with limited avenues for feedback or interfacing with the construction firm. TIME Most MILCON projects commonly take five to seven years, depending on priority and scope. By the time projects are completed, units may have already outgrown the capabilities and capacity of the new facility. BeaverFit projects can be designed, purchased and installed in less than 365 days. In addition to streamlined delivery, solutions are built with expansion in mind and can be semi-permanent or relocatable if necessary. COST MILCON costs depend on the size and scope of the project, with limited negotiation power due to the bidding process. Because of extended timelines, there is a risk of increased costs due to inflation or reprioritization. A recent study showed that MILCON can cost as much as 68% more than similar projects in the private sector. BeaverFit projects can typically be completed within the fiscal year that funds are allocated (depending on purchase cycle). Our team works closely with units to align costs with budgetary constraints, ensuring taxpayer dollars are used efficiently. BOTTOM LINE MILCON will always play a critical role for installations with long-term, large-scale infrastructure needs. But when units require flexibility and timeliness, exploring alternative pathways makes sense. At BeaverFit, our goal is simple: create a unique training environment that enables you to win — with as little friction as possible, and with a delivery plan built around your timeline, not just fiscal-year cycles. Get in touch with us today to discuss what winning looks like for you. Contact BeaverFit Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
BeaverFit to host fourth annual AUSA Human Performance Pavilion
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The AUSA Human Performance Pavilion powered by BeaverFit will take place at the AUSA 2025 Annual Meeting and Exposition Oct. 13-15. This dedicated space features 17 industry leaders showcasing solutions to help Army leaders operationalize H2F across multiple domains. The pavilion also provides the opportunity for Army leaders to connect directly with trusted partners about human performance needs and objectives. As the leading supplier of fitness and tactical training solutions to the U.S. military, BeaverFit creates unique training environments that strengthen readiness and lethality — and enable warfighters to win. “We’re excited to be the presenting sponsor of the AUSA Human Performance Pavilion for the fourth year in a row as we continue to support the readiness and resilience of the Soldier Weapon System,” said Mike Taylor, co-founder of BeaverFit USA. BeaverFit is a veteran owned and operated business, and the largest supplier of fitness and tactical training solutions to the U.S. military. BeaverFit will be showcasing the redesigned Shred Shed, including a specific design for AFT equipment storage. Joining BeaverFit in the pavilion are vendors who provide industry leading solutions to support operationalizing H2F at the individual, unit and installation level. These vendor partners include: + Concept2 + Conflict Kinetics + DFND + DripDrop Hydration + Enduraphin + Game Ready + LifeStraw + Oura + PLAE + Senaptec + Serco + Teamworks Tactical + Vald Tactical + Willowview + Woodway + Xcell Matrix “We look forward to showcasing how the human performance industry can help Army leaders redefine where and how Soldiers train, enabling them to win when winning matters most,” said Alex Roodhouse, co-founder of BeaverFit USA. Discover the tools that power the Soldier Weapon System and learn how to operationalize your installation for H2F by visiting the AUSA Human Performance Pavilion in Booth 7027 in Hall DE. Want to learn how BeaverFit can help you operationalize H2F? Request a meeting with our team at AUSA. Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
How to purchase BeaverFit solutions through NPPGov
For public agencies, first responders and nonprofits, finding the right equipment is only half the battle. The other half? Navigating a long, complex purchasing process that can slow down projects for months. That’s where NPPGov comes in. NPPGov is a national cooperative purchasing organization that gives eligible agencies access to pre-bid, publicly awarded contracts. In plain terms: the hard work of competitive solicitation has already been done. That means your organization can purchase BeaverFit solutions directly — no extra RFP process required. Why purchase through NPPGov? Skip the bidding or RFP process Because the contract is already competitively awarded, you don’t need to go out to bid again. This saves time, reduces paperwork and ensures compliance. Access awarded pricing With pricing already built into the contract, you know you’re getting a fair, transparent rate that meets procurement standards. Faster project timelines Less red tape means your project can move forward sooner, whether it’s creating a new training space or expanding existing facilities. Trusted and compliant This is a publicly solicited contract established through an RFP process conducted by a lead public agency. This contract satisfies formal competitive bid requirements of most states. (All NPPGov members are encouraged to seek independent review by their legal counsel to ensure compliance with all state and local requirements.) Join anytime with no cost, no obligation Joining NPPGov is free, and there’s no obligation to buy. Anyone can apply and benefit in real-time, even while currently in the procurement process. It’s simply a tool to make procurement easier when you’re ready. BeaverFit solutions available on contract Performance Lockers (container gyms) Shred Shed Mobile fitness solutions Shelters Functional training equipment Strength equipment Tactical Bottom line When you have a mission that matters, the process of purchasing the tools you need to win shouldn’t slow you down. Through our NPPGov cooperative contract, your organization can access BeaverFit training environments faster, easier and with confidence – with dedicated support to answer questions along the way. Check out the BeaverFit and NPPGov cooperative contract here or apply directly here. Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
BeaverFit acquires Bastion to expand global physical security capabilities
Shrewsbury, United Kingdom – BeaverFit, a leading global provider of high-security and tactical training solutions, has announced the acquisition of Bastion, a UK-based specialist in physical security systems. This acquisition further strengthens BeaverFit’s defense and security offerings, allowing the company to integrate Bastion’s modular walling systems into a broader suite of deployable infrastructure and force protection solutions. “We’ve long admired Bastion’s expertise in physical security and are thrilled to welcome them into the BeaverFit group,” said Tom Beaver, managing director and founder at BeaverFit UK. “This partnership allows us to combine forces and deliver even greater value to clients needing scalable, modular protection in mission-critical environments.” Founded in the late 1970s, Bastion has pioneered solutions designed to mitigate threats such as forced entry, ballistic impact, blast effects and surreptitious attack. Their newest innovation, the Multi-Threat™ modular room and walling system, is the first of its kind to allow on-site upgrades in response to evolving threat levels. The system features full LPS 1175: Issue 8 certifications from D5 to G5, a fire integrity rating at 120 minutes, and a recyclable, bolt-together assembly for easy deployment and relocation. “In an increasingly uncertain world, where [defense] and national security issues are prominent, key suppliers need scalable capabilities to develop and deliver next-generation solutions,” said Tom D., managing director at Bastion. Bastion’s product range and expertise will become part of BeaverFit’s security division, expanding the company’s ability to deliver modular solutions that support real-world operational requirements. “Bastion and BeaverFit have complementary assets and skills; and together, we have a huge opportunity to become a leader in innovative, rapidly deployable, highly protected workspace, in the UK and elsewhere,” Tom D. added. The combined offering will be showcased at the DSEI 2025 defense and security exhibition in London, Sep. 9-12 at stand N3-260 in the Land Zone (North Hall). The acquisition is a part of BeaverFit’s continued mission to grow its UK and global footprint, while meeting the increasingly complex needs of defense and security clients. Bastion’s design and manufacturing capabilities will remain based in the UK, supporting UK and international projects. BeaverFit received corporate finance advice from CN Strategic Advisors LLP led by David Baggott, and legal advice from Harrison Drury. For more information about BeaverFit and Bastion high security solutions, visit beaverfiteu.com. Share this… FacebookFacebook Save Twitter
Why more colleges are taking fitness outside
Stronger campuses start outside. BeaverFit outdoor training environments give students simple ways to stay active throughout the day.