D1 DNA. NEXT-GEN RESULTS.
Ray Thornton III, a former standout safety at Clemson and UAB, translates his Division I expertise into a premier training experience for Columbus. As a three-time ACC champion and Central High state titleholder, he founded Bloom to offer youth a professional path toward elite competition. Shifting Power Five standards into his role as a wellness-focused life coach and USF alumnus, Ray empowers athletes to cultivate physical longevity and mental grit. This program is built by faith, rooted in the truth that Bloom comes from the Man who created this earth. Ray’s ultimate mission is to help every person thrive in life and to positively influence everyone he works with, ensuring every athlete excels in sport and purpose.
Pro standard. Built by faith. Lifestyle mentality
BLOOM TRAINING PROGRAMS
BUILT BY BLOOM
“The grind here is next level. Ray forced me to find a gear I didn't know I had, and the results are real—I’m faster, stronger, and more lethal on the field.”
JORDAN M. — D1 PROSPECT
“Seeing my son’s confidence skyrocket has been incredible. Ray doesn’t just build elite athletes; he mentors them on the mental discipline required to win.”
SARAH L. — ATHLETE PARENT
“Bloom is the standard for serious athletes. The sessions are competitive and high-octane. It’s simple: you either put in the work or get left behind.”
TYRELL J. — STUDENT ATHLETE