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Founded by NFL Legend Derrick Johnson

TRAIN HARDER
THINK SHARPER
FEEL STRONGER

The Derrick Johnson Edge Performance Center is a holistic training, recovery, and media hub built to give the next generation of youth athletes a genuine competitive edge — body, mind, and career.

The Vision

Welcome to Derrick Johnson's Edge Performance Center — where the next generation of youth athletes gain the competitive edge they need to excel.

Founded on the principles of elite performance and community impact, the center is designed as a holistic, interdisciplinary training hub. Our mission is to elevate athletic potential by integrating cutting-edge training, recovery, and education — all under one roof.

1Roof — training, recovery, media & education integrated
2029Target opening year for the flagship facility
8.3Acres planned for the multi-zone campus
About Us

Elite pedigree. Real science. Community roots.

Founded by NFL legend Derrick Johnson and renowned sports psychologist Dr. Hillary Cauthen, the Edge Performance Center is redefining how young athletes train, recover, and grow physically, mentally, and emotionally. Blending elite-level experience with cutting-edge science and seasoned business leadership, the center delivers a holistic, community-driven approach to athletic development, building not just stronger athletes, but stronger futures.

Leadership

The people behind the mission.

Derrick Johnson
Derrick Johnson
Co-Founder / Chief Visionary Officer

One of the most accomplished linebackers in college and NFL history. All-time leading tackler for the Kansas City Chiefs across a 14-year career, and founder of the Defend the Dream Foundation.

UT: Consensus All-American, Bronko Nagurski & Dick Butkus winner
Chiefs: 2x All-Pro, 4x Pro Bowl
Halls of Fame: College Football, UT, Texas & Missouri
Dr. Hillary Cauthen
Dr. Hillary Cauthen
Co-Founder / Chief Performance & Wellness Officer

Clinical sport psychologist and former Division I track athlete. Founder of Texas Optimal Performance & Psychological Services, working with the University of Texas, San Antonio Spurs, Austin FC, LovB Volleyball, and the Toronto Blue Jays.

Doctorate, Clinical Psychology — The Chicago School
Co-founder, behavioral analytics company serving major leagues
Inside The Center

One roof. Three disciplines.

Every zone of the Edge Performance Center maps to a piece of the mission — train the body, sharpen the mind, and recover with purpose.

Performance training floor

The Performance Floor

A multi-zone training surface built for individualized programming, expert coaching, and science-backed methods — available through membership, per-session bookings, and rental access for sport-science professionals.

  • Membership-based access with individualized programming
  • Per-session bookings for athletes and coaches
  • Rental space for visiting sport-science professionals
Film room and podcast studio

The Mental Edge

A state-of-the-art film room built for breaking down tape, running strategy sessions, and delivering high-impact presentations — paired with a fully equipped podcast studio for coaches, athletes, and content creators to build their brand.

  • Film room for coaching, strategy & athlete development
  • Rentable podcast studio for performance-driven media
  • Space designed to support high-level coach/athlete growth
Zen room and recovery space

The Zen Zone

Professional treatment and therapy tailored to each athlete, from muscle recovery to mobility work — followed by time in the Zen Room, sauna, and hot/cold tub. Because true high performance starts with complete recovery.

  • Individualized therapy & mobility treatment
  • Calming Zen Room for mental reset and mindfulness
  • Sauna and hot/cold tub for inflammation & recovery
Welcome To Our Center

More than a gym — a movement.

With deep roots in the local community and eyes toward future expansion and franchising, Edge is where purpose meets performance for athletes and sport-science professionals alike.

01

Membership Training

Individualized programming, expert coaching, and science-backed methods for athletes at every level.

02

Pro Rentals

Low-overhead, flexible-contract workspace for sport-science professionals to innovate and collaborate.

03

Retail & Café

Nutrition, supplements, apparel, and café offerings built around performance and sustainability.

04

Camps & Clinics

Community-driven programming and brand partnerships that extend Edge beyond its four walls.

Get In Touch

Be part of the next generation of athletic development.

We'd love to connect and explore how you can be a part of Derrick Johnson's Edge Performance Center — whether as a partner, collaborator, or supporter.

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