About the Program
WHAT IS CONNOR KIDS ACADEMY?
Connor Kids Academy is a free, three-year program for boys. Boys join in the spring of 4th grade and stay through the summer before 7th grade. We use sports to help boys build healthy habits and make good choices. Each year includes spring, summer, and fall events, plus a CKA app boys use every week.
IS THIS A SPORTS CAMP?
No. Summer camp is one part of the program, but Connor Kids Academy runs all year.
DOES MY SON NEED TO BE GOOD AT SPORTS?
No. He doesn’t need to be a top player or play on a team. He just needs to like sports and being active. Effort and attitude matter more than skill.
Enrollment
HOW DO WE ENROLL?
We run a “rolling” enrollment window; spots are first-come, first-served. The window opens in early January and typically we're full by mid-to-late February. When all spots are claimed, we close enrollment. We do not maintain a waitlist. We only enroll boys who are in 4th grade during the enrollment window. Enrollment is limited across our various cities, so we encourage your family to enroll as soon as you can. We recommend you start here.
WHO CAN ENROLL?
Boys in 4th grade whose families commit to the full three years. That means using the app every week and coming to every event.
WHAT DOES THE COMMITTMENT LOOK LIKE?
Families agree to:
- Stay in the program for all three years
- Use the app at least three days a week
- Attend all three events each year
- Be safe and respectful at every event
DOES MY SON'S SCHOOL NEED TO BE INVOLVED?
No. Boys from public, charter, and private schools in and near our cities can join. Some schools share information about the program, but that doesn’t guarantee a spot. Schools that want to partner with us can email admin@connorkidsacademy.org.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Nothing. Connor Kids Academy is free.
Summer Camp
WHAT HAPPENS AT SUMMER CAMP?
Camp is three days, hosted with a local college basketball team. Boys do drills and games, learn in educational sessions, tour a college campus, and hear from guest speakers. We serve healthy meals and end each day with awards. Families are invited to an awards ceremony on the last day.
WHO RUNS CAMP?
Coaches from local schools, leagues, and rec centers lead the boys. College players and coaches are there too. CKA staff run the event with help from our partner, ProCamps.
CAN MY SON JUST GO TO CAMP?
No. Camp is only for boys enrolled in the full program.
The CKA App
WHAT IS THE APP FOR?
Boys use the app to build habits, set weekly goals, and earn points they can trade for prizes. As they stay active in the program, they move up Academy Levels. The app also has event details.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD MY SON USE IT?
At least three days a week.
HOW DO I GET HELP WITH THE APP?
Email admin@connorkidsacademy.org. We usually reply the same day or the next day.
About Us
WHERE IS CONNOR KIDS ACADEMY?
We started in Dayton in 2021. Today we’re in Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Louisville, and Nashville, and Charlotte joins in 2027.
HOW IS CONNOR KIDS ACADEMY FUNDED?
WConnor Kids Academy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It’s funded by The Connor Group Kids & Community Partners, the nonprofit arm of The Connor Group, a real estate investment firm based in Dayton, Ohio.