C H A S E

Character, Health, Arts, Sports, Education

SPORTS
These programs help develop fitness, a positive use of leisure time, reduction of stress, appreciation for the environment, and social and interpersonal skills.

FITNESS AUTHORITY
FITNESS AUTHORITY®, a new small-group program sponsored by The Sports Authority, Inc., promotes fitness in all youth. FITNESS AUTHORITY provides a fun-filled, motivating fitness experience for members. There is a 12-week curriculum for each of three age groups: FITNESS SQUAD, 6-9; FITNESS MASTERS, 10-14; and FITNESS ALL-STARS, 15-18. Weekly sessions cover every aspect of fitness, drawing upon themes of sports culture and history, self-esteem, nutrition and physical fitness. The annual FITNESS AUTHORITY Club-Wide Pentathlon competition allows Club members of all ages to demonstrate and test their fitness levels.

Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA
This national youth basketball initiative, launched by the NBA and the WNBA, connects players, parents and coaches. The program, which is supported by an all-star Advisory Council as well as Boys & Girls Clubs of America and other national youth organizations, provides unique information within its training guide curriculum. Subjects include advice for coaches from the first practice to the final game, ideas on creating a positive and fun environment for youth and tips for players ranging from skills to sportsmanship.

Athletic Director University
Athletic Director University is a comprehensive sports training program designed for Boys & Girls Club athletic directors. There are three trainings available. Building a World Class Youth Sports Program 101 provides participants with essential resources to conduct diverse, high quality physical education and sports programs in Clubs. Program 202 is a train-the-trainer course preparing athletic directors to train volunteer coaches in their sports program. Program 303 provides resources, information and strategies to increase the scope and quality of the Clubs sports and fitness programs for girls.

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