National Academy of Athletics Youth Sports Programs & Camps

National Academy of Athletics Youth Sports Programs & Camps offers youth sports programs, camps, clinics, after-school enrichment, recreation services, recreational leagues, physical education, school break camps, and weekend clinics. Children take part in sports and activities such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, flag football, lacrosse, pickleball, baseball, softball, cheerleading and cheer, agility training, all-sport, R.S.V.P, rugby, and dodgeball.

• Ages: 3–14 years old

The National Academy of Athletics was founded in 2012. Its mission states that it was founded on the belief that sports have the ability to change lives, and that its mission is to help every child develop confidence, character, resilience, and communication skills through meaningful, well-designed sports experiences. The organization uses certified, fingerprinted coaches, and NAofA Certified Coaches training includes safety, communication, positive coaching, and fingerprinting.

The program partners with cities, schools, recreation departments, and community organizations, and is described as a Youth Sports Program Provider for Schools and City Recreation Centers. It provides physical education in more than 60 schools and offers turnkey youth sports solutions and programs that serve communities year-round. It is trusted by more than 300 schools and cities, has served over 1 million kids, and is growing nationwide through a franchise network with local leadership in every territory.

The curriculum is described as expert-designed, with age-appropriate programs for ages 3–6 and 6–14, and includes more than 12 sports and multi-sport programs. Programs are offered as summer camps, after-school enrichment, school break camps, and weekend clinics, and can be adapted for beginners, intermediate players, and advanced athletes seeking competitive development. NAofA provides full program management including registration, equipment, staffing, curriculum, supervision, safety, and reporting, and uses an NAofA Coach Certification with elevated safety standards and a robust SEL curriculum. The organization uses the slogans “Building Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®” and “PLAY HARD. HAVE FUN.”

Founder Aaron Locks leads the National Academy of Athletics and is referenced as providing support to franchisees. Testimonials describe strong support from Aaron Locks and his team for franchisees, praise the CEO’s passion for helping kids, and describe the organization as having great mentors and coaches and a culture that impacts players’ skillset, mindset, and overall health. Testimonials also highlight that coaches are provided with equipment and gear for children to play hard and have fun, and describe Aaron Locks as generous, with a clear mission and long-standing impact.

Last updated May 15, 2026.