About the project

Built around service.

The American Agoge Project is a North Carolina-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of men through the development of mind, body, and spirit.

A quiet stone colonnade at dawn with a shield and books

Our mission

We draw on the idea of disciplined growth to encourage character, learning, resilience, and community. Honor, Integrity, Loyalty, Temperance, and Courage are the five warrior virtues documented for the project.

Our relationship to Blacksmith

The project and Blacksmith Publishing share a platform vision and educational interests, including books that may support future learning. They remain distinct organizations in consent, permissions, funds, and private data. Joining the AAP founding roster does not subscribe you to Blacksmith marketing or open a Blacksmith account.

Programs, leaders, locations, and membership enrollment have not been announced here. This site introduces the mission while that work remains ahead.

About the adult roster