Empowering youth through athletics, mentorship, and education to grow, lead, and succeed.

Viper Institute of Performance (VIP) is a Rhode Island–based nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth through athletics, academic development, and mentorship. VIP exists to provide student-athletes ages 10–18 with access to high-quality training, leadership development, and life-skill education that prepares them for success in college, careers, and their communities.

The organization operates under the belief that athletics can be a powerful vehicle for personal growth when combined with intentional academic support and character development. VIP programs are designed to cultivate discipline, resilience, teamwork, and leadership while ensuring that young people have the academic foundation and guidance necessary to pursue long-term opportunity.

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25–40%

Why Athletics Matter

Participation in organized sports has been linked to improved academic performance, increased confidence, stronger leadership skills, and higher college enrollment rates. VIP leverages athletics as a structured environment where young people can develop discipline, resilience, and teamwork while receiving mentorship and academic encouragement.

91%

NCAA Student-Athlete Graduation Rate

80–90%

Athletic Conference Graduation Rates

4-5%

More Likely Employed at Desired Level

91%

of former NCAA athletes are employed full-time or at their desired level

Our Programs