PROVO, Utah – Two organizations dedicated to helping individuals on their recovery journey are joining forces to provide a new resource hub in Provo. Fit to Recover and Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness (USARA) have partnered to open a shared location, offering a wide range of services aimed at fostering wellness, connection, and long-term recovery.
Fit to Recover, a gym designed specifically for individuals overcoming substance use disorders, creates a supportive space where people can focus on fitness, community, and personal growth. The facility hosts group workouts and wellness activities that encourage participants to build healthy habits.
USARA, a nonprofit organization, provides free coaching, peer support, and access to recovery resources. Staffed by individuals who have firsthand experience with recovery, the organization works to guide people toward various pathways that fit their needs, whether that involves support groups, treatment programs, or housing assistance.
The new Provo location, situated at 184 W 400 N, marks the first time both organizations will operate under the same roof, expanding access to their combined recovery services. While Fit to Recover has been in Provo since late December, the addition of USARA’s space will allow them to broaden their outreach efforts.
To celebrate the official launch, a grand opening event will take place on Friday, March 21. The open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., followed by an evening celebration from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., featuring games, music, and a photo booth.
Ryan Hymas, USARA’s program manager for Utah County, emphasized the importance of community in the recovery process.
“Our goal is to redefine what recovery looks like by offering multiple pathways,” Hymas said. “We provide support groups, coaching, and resources to help individuals navigate their journey in a way that works for them.”
Alex Jeffs-McRae, program director for Fit to Recover in Utah County, shared how the organization played a crucial role in her own recovery.
“When I first started, Ian, the co-founder, encouraged me to keep coming back,” Jeffs-McRae said. “That consistency changed everything for me. At 90 days sober, I was hired as their first internal outreach employee in Utah County, and within nine months, I became the program director.”
She added that one of the most rewarding aspects of her work is witnessing individuals transform as they find strength through community engagement.
“Seeing that spark in someone when they realize they belong, that’s what makes this work so meaningful,” Jeffs-McRae said.
Both organizations hope the new facility will serve as a safe space where people in recovery can find the support they need.
“Our job is to meet people where they are and help them access the resources that will support their journey,” Hymas said. “This space belongs to them.”
The collaboration between Fit to Recover and USARA represents a significant step forward in expanding recovery services in Utah County, ensuring more individuals have the tools and community support they need to thrive .
