Purple Mountain Events LLC : Uniting Colorado through the Celebration of fitness
A grassroots volunteer movement powered by purpose.
Welcome to Purple Mountain Events LLC!
Purple Mountain Events is a community-focused fitness event company based in the heart of Colorado Springs. Veteran owned and Volunteer operated. At Purple Mountain Events, we believe in building more than competitions — we build connections, community, and confidence through elite-level fitness events designed for every athlete.
Our Mission
Unite the Colorado fitness community through exceptional events that inspire, challenge, and engage. We believe in the power of fitness to transform lives and build strong, supportive communities. Each event is structured and planned to ensure an unforgettable experience for everyone involved, from the competitors to the cheering crowds. We create opportunities.
#FindyourWild
Our motto and mantra for curating challenges that our fitness community both desires and deserves. We believe there is a deep wild for everyone to uncover and express and we aim to create opportunity for our athletes to do just that!
#BetterTogether
Our community is deep & vast. We truly believe that a rising tide raises all ships. We pride ourselves on working, uniting, and collaborating with as many affiliates, companies, and individuals as possible to help us ensure that we can run amazing events that help and support as many people as possible.
The Purple Mountain Experience
Purple Mountain Events
Every event we host is intentionally crafted to push boundaries, foster connection, and leave athletes inspired.
The Purple Mountain Throwdown
Our flagship fitness competition bringing athletes across Colorado together for an unforgettable experience of grit, fun, and fierce competition.
The Purple Mountain Summit Podcast
Conversations with local legends, athletes, and industry pros — uniting and educating our community beyond the gym floor.
Purple Mountain Gym Takeovers
A community engagement series where we activate local gyms with mini-competitions, clinics, and community workouts — all for free.
Helping Drive the Movement Foward
Preston Shepard | Purple Mountain Events LLC - Founder
A lifelong athlete, coach, and community connector who saw the need for fitness events that go beyond competition. With a background in event planning, coaching, and gym culture, Preston launched Purple Mountain to create spaces where people feel seen, challenged, and celebrated.
As a former U.S. Army Officer with eight years of honorable service, Preston brings discipline, leadership, and mission-driven purpose to every event he leads. His passion for the sport and the people behind it is what fuels the mission — and what makes each event feel like something bigger.
Join the Movement
Purple Mountain Events is a grassroots, volunteer-powered organization. Every Throwdown, Gym Takeover, and podcast episode is made possible by passionate people who believe in our mission.
Whether you're a local athlete, coach, creative, or just want to lend a hand — there's a place for you in the Purple Mountain crew.
Volunteer to help at the Purple Mountain Throwdown!
We run events through out the year and are always looking for volunteers, sponsors, and media support for our events. Send us a message to dicuss how you could be invloved!
