Part workshop, part adventure!

Leading Edge is all about building resilience, making connections, and discovering fresh ways to manage life with a bleeding disorder. Come curious, leave confident (and ready for whatever comes next).

Where games meet growth

Leading Edge blends games, connection, and learning into one unforgettable experience. The program evolves with fresh content every year, so there’s always something new to discover.

Here’s a taste of what you can expect:

Interactive team challenges
From puzzles to creative problem-solving, you’ll jump into activities that spark laughs, build skills, and show you what’s possible when you work together.
Share your story, hear theirs
Open up about your own experiences while hearing funny, honest, and inspiring moments from others – leaving you more connected and understood.
Tools for real-life decision making
Through guided discussions and shared activities, you’ll gain fresh perspectives and practical strategies for managing life with a bleeding disorder.
Lessons hidden in play
Games, movement, and playful surprises keep the energy high while giving you take-home lessons you’ll actually remember (and want to use!).
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Where the magic
(and the mayhem) happens

Takeaways you’ll actually use

Confidence to lead your own care

Learn skills to manage your condition more independently, take on new responsibilities, and feel empowered in your daily life.

Goal-setting & decision-making skills

Gain tools for smarter decision-making and goal setting so you can navigate life with a bleeding disorder on your own terms.

Genuine connections that last

Find your people, build friendships, and leave with a stronger sense of belonging in the bleeding disorder community.

Sponsored by

Leading Edge is made possible through a healthcare contribution from Pfizer, a company committed to improving the lives of those with chronic health conditions.

Serving patients with chronic health conditions for over 20 years

For more than two decades, GutMonkey has served patients, aged 7 to 70, in all 50 states and across the diagnostic spectrum of bleeding disorders and other chronic medical conditions.

Through our partnerships, GutMonkey has helped 30,000 patients with chronic health conditions build community and improve health outcomes through innovative and transformative experiences.

Step up to the Edge!

Explore our events calendar to find an upcoming Leading Edge event near you.

The “I was wondering about…”

Check out our FAQs below to get answers to your questions.
I don’t like hiking. Can I still join?

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