AGES 8–18 · ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL · BOYS & GIRLS

Move. Build Confidence. Connect. Have Fun.

Youth Mentoring & Fitness After-School Program

A comprehensive after-school program — approximately 3 hours per program day, Monday through Thursday in Edgewood, Maryland. September 7 – November 19 · 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM. More than a fitness class: youth mentoring, social-emotional learning (SEL), structured fitness and movement, confidence building, leadership development, teamwork, goal setting, positive peer relationships and healthy lifestyle education.

The program is FREE — no tuition and no payment required. Just complete the registration form to reserve your child's spot. Space is limited.

Program details

Ages

Ages 8–18 · boys & girls

Season

September 7 – November 19 · Monday – Thursday

Time

3:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Location

Woodbridge Shopping Center Tennis Court, Edgewood, MD

Bad weather

Edgewood Library, 629 Edgewood Rd, Edgewood, MD 21040

Program length

Approximately 3 hours per program day

Program tuition

FREE — no tuition for any child · transportation available upon request

A typical program day

Daily Program Breakdown

Approximately three hours per program day. Exact start and end times may be adjusted with the participating school or site based on dismissal, transportation, facility availability and student needs.

Arrival, Attendance & Transition

30 min

Check-in, hydration/snack as applicable, transition from the school day and relationship building.

Mentoring & SEL

30 min

Goal setting, confidence, communication, emotional regulation, accountability and leadership.

Warm-Up & Safety Review

15 min

Movement preparation, safety expectations, stretching and equipment checks.

Structured Fitness & Movement

60 min

Cardio, rebound-style fitness when appropriate, dance-inspired movement, balance, coordination and games.

Team Building & Leadership

30 min

Partner and group challenges, sportsmanship, cooperation, perseverance and positive peer interaction.

Cool-Down, Reflection & Dismissal

15 min

Cool-down, hydration, reflection, goal check and organized dismissal.

Program goals

  • Increase participation in safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate physical activity.
  • Strengthen confidence, self-esteem, perseverance, communication and positive decision-making.
  • Support SEL skills including self-regulation, cooperation, resilience, respect and responsible choices.
  • Provide positive adult mentoring and structured peer interaction.
  • Develop teamwork, leadership, accountability and goal-setting skills.
  • Encourage healthy routines, hydration, movement and constructive use of after-school time.

Outcomes we track

  • Consistent attendance and engagement in structured after-school activities
  • Increased participation in age-appropriate physical activity
  • Improved confidence, teamwork, communication and positive peer interaction
  • Personal goal setting and reflection on progress
  • Better understanding of healthy routines, movement, hydration and wellness
  • Positive mentoring relationships and constructive use of after-school time

Register for free

Participant
Parent / guardian
Emergency & medical
Pickup
Consents & waiver

This program is free — no payment is charged. Submit this form and your child's spot is reserved. You'll get a confirmation email right away.