Top 3 Things To Know
1. THE COMMITMENT
Connor Kids Academy is a three-year journey, and the only chance to enroll is during spring of fourth grade. We've got only 30 spots per city, so new participants become part of a super-focused group of motivated boys in their area.
Because this program is all about making a big, lasting impact, we require a formal commitment from the start. It includes both parts of the program: the app and events. Each boy must use our app at least 3 days a week, and must attend all events - 3 per year.
The program is almost exactly 1,000 days, and during that time, we create a fun and supportive environment that helps young men achieve life-changing growth. Everyone is held accountable, including parents.
Connor Kids Academy sets the bar high. Don't be intimidated by it - be inspired! If you're up for the challenge, we want you to get enrolled.
2. THE APP
The CKA app is a game-changer, keeping participants focused all 365 days a year. Daily use helps them "stack wins," which add up to serious personal growth over three years. When boys use the app, their screen time becomes more positive and productive.
The app is exclusive to Connor Kids Academy, developed specifically for boys in the program. Here are the highlights:
- Habit Tracker: Helps lock in routines for getting active, staying organized, and planning ahead.
- Goal-Setting: A chance to set a specific goal and track progress toward accomplishing it.
- Daily Activities: Approachable ways to think about healthy habits, good choices, and growing up.
- Special Videos: Advice, stories, and inspiration from college basketball players.
Hard work pays off, and we help guys connect the dots. Every time they engage, they earn points, which can be cashed in for rewards that show up right at their front door.
3. THE EVENTS
Our events are designed to appeal to boys in fifth, sixth, and seventh grade - and to make a lasting impact on them. In total, they'll attend nine awesome meetups over three years. These are one-of-a-kind experiences that motivate and inspire.
It all kicks off in the summer with an epic multi-day camp on campus with our university partner. On the court, college players help run drills, contests, and scrimmages, hyping everyone up no matter if they've been playing basketball for years or just picked up a ball. These moments with local sports stars go way beyond basketball - they create memories that stick.
But it's not all about hoops. We split our time between the court and other activities, like campus tours, guest speakers, and educational sessions. The college athletes are there for it all. They step up as role models, showing what it takes to be a healthy and focused young man who is ready to crush big goals.
In the fall and spring, we reconnect in person to keep the momentum going, celebrate hard work, and have a blast on the path toward life-changing personal growth.