More Than Movement.
A Foundation For Life.
Building stronger bodies, stronger minds, and stronger communities through Movement, Mastery & Mental Resilience.
Why Zerv Foundations Exists
ZERV Foundations exists to strengthen individuals and communities through Movement, Mastery, and Mental Resilience. We use movement as a tool to build confidence, develop character, inspire healthier lifestyles, and create opportunities for people of all ages to discover their strength—in body, mind, and community.
For over a decade, Coach Zerv has dedicated his life to youth development, community wellness, and helping people discover their potential through movement. What began as a personal passion evolved into a mission to create opportunities where individuals of all ages can build confidence, resilience, and lasting habits through movement.
At ZERV Foundations, we believe movement is more than exercise—it is a pathway to growth, connection, and transformation. Every class, workshop, coaching session, and community program is designed to help people become stronger not only physically, but mentally and within their communities.
Meet Coach Zerv
Edward "Coach Zerv" Perez is a youth development professional, mentor, community leader, and calisthenics specialist with over 10 years of experience helping youth and adults build confidence, resilience, and strength through movement.
As a Lead Trainer with LimitlessNYC and the founder of community initiatives such as StrongerTogetherNYC, Coach Zerv has impacted more than 1,500 New Yorkers through movement, mentorship, and wellness programming.
His mission is simple: help people become stronger versions of themselves and use that strength to positively impact their communities.
Movement. Mastery. Mental Resilience.
Youth Development
Building confidence, leadership, and resilience through movement and mentorship.
Strength and Conditioning
Developing strength, athleticism, and confidence through intentional training.
Community Wellness
Creating opportunities for people to connect, move, and grow together.
School Partnerships
Bringing movement, mentorship, and wellness programs to schools and organizations.
Building Stronger Communities
1,500+
New Yorkers Impacted
150+
Hours of Community Instruction
10+
Years of Youth Development Experience
Schools, Community & City Agencies Partnerships
Classrooms Without Walls
At ZERV Foundations, we believe learning doesn't only happen inside four walls. Every school, park, playground, gym, and community space has the potential to become a classroom where movement teaches confidence, leadership, resilience, and belonging.
Classrooms Without Walls is our philosophy for helping people grow through Movement, Mastery, and Mental Resilience—turning everyday spaces into places where individuals and communities become stronger together.
How I Build People
Steps to Wellness
01
Show Up
Growth begins with a decision.
02
Practice
Consistency creates confidence.
03
Overcome
Challenges become opportunities
04
Lead
Use your growth to impact others.
Lives Impacted
Hear from individuals whose lives have been impacted through coaching, mentorship, and community. Over 100+ Individuals Mentored, Trained, or Impacted Through ZERV Foundations.
"He doesnt just train people physically- he empowers them to become stronger and more confident versions of themselves."
Tatiana Vargas
Training Specialist - Queens, NY
"His perspective and the way he carries himself left a lasting impression on me"
Carlissa Saldana
X-Ray Technologist - New York, NY
"Zerv came into my life to show me that I wasn't alone and that if i truly wanted change, it would come through consistent dedication and mastery."
Tiffany Diaz
Bartender- Bronx, NY
The Movement
Zerv Foundations™ is more than a training program.
It is a movement dedicated to helping people become stronger mentally, physically, and emotionally.
From youth development and school partnerships to community wellness initiatives and mentorship, my mission is to create environments where people discover their potential and learn to lead through example.
The work starts with movement.
The impact lasts a lifetime.
Through Partnerships with schools, city agencies, community organizations, and fitness communities, Zerv Foundations brings movement-based development to diverse populations.
Movement In Action
