Armor Athletics — Stronger Together

November Members of the Month

By Kathryn Taylor · Owner

Aimee LaFave is usually fashionably late to class. Maybe because she's running her own successful hair salon, traveling from the remote island she lives on, or taking care of her wonderful family of five — with one on the way!

Despite a packed schedule, Aimee shows up and gives everything she has. Her grit and positive attitude are contagious, and the whole community is better for having her in it.

Congratulations, Aimee — you embody what it means to be Armor Strong.

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