Our Origins In Community
Our journey started with a simple belief, youth deserve rigorous, healthy experiences that lift them higher. After decades mentoring and coaching teens, we formalized PATN, Inc in 2020, uniting education, recreation, and sports science into one focused, data-informed youth support system.
Our Mission And Values
We exist to empower youth between 12 and 20 through structured learning, movement, and mentorship. Our mission centers on measurable growth in academics, character, and athletic performance, while our values honor community legacy, inclusivity, and integrity. Every workshop, field day, scholarship, and training session reflects that commitment.
Proven Impact
Programs track academic, behavioral, and athletic gains, guiding real-time improvements for youth.
Certified Coaching
USATF and CSCS credentials bring college-level training standards into community spaces.
Legacy Scholarships
Named scholarships connect financial support with stories of local service and leadership.
Charrod Taylor
Owner & Operator, PATN Inc.
With over 20 years of experience, Charrod Taylor is a dedicated leader in youth development, specializing in track and field, strength and conditioning, and life mentorship. His career is defined by a commitment to "Impact over Influence," focusing on the long-term success of athletes aged 12–20.
As a USATF Certified Coach (Sprints/Jumps) and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Charrod combines elite athletic science with a data-driven approach to coaching. His expertise ensures that every participant achieves measurable growth while building the discipline and character necessary to lead in their communities and beyond.