Henrico Police Athletic League Youth Programs

Henrico Police Athletic League Youth Programs offers the After School Program, Summer Camp, Youth Leadership Council, Aviation Program, Johnny Newman Basketball Clinic, Chess Program, Childhood Obesity Prevention Program, Dance Program, Substance Awareness Program, Wrestling Program, and Financial Literacy Program. Activities listed include homework help, enrichment activities, sports, mentoring, life skills, themed weeks, outdoor play, STEM, arts, leadership development, community service, hands-on aviation activities, basketball fundamentals, chess, fitness activities, nutrition education, dance instruction, facts and life skills for resisting peer pressure, wrestling, and financial literacy.

Programs

• After School Program — Provides a safe, structured environment with homework help, enrichment activities, sports, mentoring, and life skills.
• Summer Camp — Police-sponsored camp with themed weeks, outdoor play, STEM, arts, and more.
• Youth Leadership Council — 12 to 18 years old · Designed to expose career minded youth to leadership development and community service.
• Aviation Program — Kids explore the basics of aviation, aerodynamics, and flight careers with hands-on activities and mentorship.
• Johnny Newman Basketball Clinic — Camp and league focused on fundamentals, teamwork, and confidence.
• Chess Program — Chess club emphasizing cognitive skills, patience, and sportsmanship.
• Childhood Obesity Prevention Program — Promotes healthy lifestyles through fun fitness activities, nutrition education, and goal setting.
• Dance Program — Organized dance instruction for elementary and middle school girls.
• Substance Awareness Program — Provides facts and life skills to resist peer pressure and make healthy choices.
• Wrestling Program — Encourages physical fitness and personal resilience in a supportive environment.
• Financial Literacy Program — Empowers young people with skills and confidence for school, life, and future careers.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Year-round and seasonal sports programs, after-school education programs, and summer camps.

About the provider

The program was established in 2007. The mission is to provide a high quality and safe environment for at risk youth in grades K-12 through educational, athletic and social programs, while creating a positive relationship between police officers and youth. PAL employs officers and a highly trained civilian staff to oversee programs to ensure safety, competency and order. Programs and facilities are available to all youth, regardless of race, religion or financial situation.

PAL employs officers and a highly trained civilian staff to oversee programs to ensure safety, competency and order. Programs and facilities are available to all youth, regardless of race, religion or financial situation.

What families say

“The officers and staff truly care about the kids. My son gained confidence, leadership skills, and lifelong friends. We’re beyond grateful.” — Edwin W., Parent

“The aviation program was my favorite! I never thought I’d get to learn about flying a plane. Now I want to be a pilot when I grow up.” — Jayden, Participant

“The summer camp changed my daughter’s whole attitude toward school. She came back energized, active, and motivated.” — James T., Parent

Last updated October 16, 2026.