WWE Hall of Famer Hosts Youth Camp in Las Vegas

Mark Henry's nonprofit Strong Kids Program brings sports and fitness activities to local kids.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:25am

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A cubist-style painting depicting a group of young people engaged in various sports and fitness activities, their forms broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in a vibrant color palette, capturing the energy and dynamism of the event.A youth sports camp led by WWE legend Mark Henry aims to inspire the next generation of athletes through mentorship and physical activity.Las Vegas Today

WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry hosted a youth camp in Las Vegas as part of his nonprofit Strong Kids Program, which aims to get kids active in various communities. The camp featured appearances from other wrestlers and a former Miss Olympia, as Henry shared his knowledge and experiences with the young participants.

Why it matters

As WWE continues its takeover of Las Vegas for WrestleMania, Hall of Famer Mark Henry is using the opportunity to give back to the local community by providing youth programming and mentorship through his Strong Kids nonprofit.

The details

The youth camp hosted by Mark Henry featured a variety of sports and fitness activities, with the goal of exposing young people to the knowledge and experiences that Henry has gained over his illustrious wrestling career. In addition to Henry, a former Miss Olympia and other WWE wrestlers attended the event to support the cause.

  • The youth camp took place in Las Vegas on April 15, 2026.
  • WrestleMania is scheduled for that same weekend, April 18-19, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium.

The players

Mark Henry

A WWE Hall of Famer known as 'The World's Strongest Man' who hosted the youth camp through his nonprofit Strong Kids Program.

Strong Kids Program

A nonprofit organization founded by Mark Henry that aims to get kids active and engaged in various communities.

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What they’re saying

“You know what, I just don't want to take what I know with me. I ain't designed to be here forever. None of us are. And God has blessed me to be exposed to a lot. And I want to share it with these kids so they can enjoy it as much as I did.”

— Mark Henry, WWE Hall of Famer

What’s next

The Strong Kids Program plans to continue hosting youth camps and events in various cities as WWE travels for major events like WrestleMania.

The takeaway

Mark Henry's commitment to mentoring the next generation through his Strong Kids Program demonstrates how WWE superstars can leverage their platforms to make a positive impact on local communities, especially as the company expands its presence in new markets.