Athletic Economics

Athletic Economics (AE) is a curriculum-based mentoring program that merges academics and athletics. The program equips youth with the tools to excel not only in sports but also in life by fostering better decision-making and behavior.

 

Program Highlights:

• Age-Appropriate Courses: Courses are designed to grow with participants, allowing an 8-year-old to remain engaged in the program until age 17.  The curriculum evolves each year to ensure relevance and continuous learning.

• Diverse Learning Methods: AE incorporates visuals, discussions, and real-life scenarios focused on athletic behavior to engage different learning styles and promote personal development.

 

Course Offerings (Capacity: 25 youth per class):

1. Money Management

2. Anger Management

3. Who Am I (critical thinking)

4. Conflict Resolution

5. Sports Health

6. Social and Cultural Awareness

7. Motivational Movie/Arts Education

8. Horticulture

 

Program Details:

• Location: Robertson Community Center, Norwood Ave.

• Days: Tuesdays  (Fridays June-Oct)

• Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

 

Athletic Economics is more than a sports program—it's a pathway to lifelong skills and personal growth.