Youth Academy

Short-Term Programs

Shorter entry points into Strong Minds for families who want structure now, or want to try the model before committing to a full program year.

Overview

Four ways to start without a full-year commitment

Every short-term offering uses the same structure, mentorship, and expectations as our longer programs. The difference is length, not seriousness.

10 Day Sprint

Two weeks of focused momentum

A fast, high-structure introduction to the Strong Minds model. Ten consecutive program days of leadership practice, executive-function coaching, academic focus, and a short applied project students present at the end.

  • Ten structured program days
  • Daily check-in, planning, and reflection
  • One applied project with a closing presentation
  • Best for families testing a full program commitment

Winning Week

One-week training intensive

A one-week training experience built around a single leadership theme. Students work in a small group all week, build one skill deeply, and leave with a personal plan they can use immediately at school and at home.

  • Five consecutive training days
  • One theme, taught to mastery
  • Small-group instruction and daily practice
  • Personal action plan sent home at the end of the week

1-Day Trial

See a real program day

A single full program day inside a live Strong Minds session. Students experience the routine, the expectations, and the culture, and families receive a short observation summary afterward.

  • One live program day
  • Full daily routine, not a demo
  • Written family summary after the session
  • Credited toward enrollment when a student continues

Weekend Warrior

In-person access pass

An access pass to Strong Minds in-person Saturday experiences without full program membership. Ideal for families who want the community, service, and leadership events without a year-long commitment.

  • Access to scheduled in-person weekend experiences
  • Leadership, service, and community-building focus
  • No full program membership required
  • Space is limited and released by event
Dates, cohort size, and placement vary by season. Join an interest list and we will send the current calendar for each short-term offering.

Next step

Not sure which length fits your student?

Schedule a call and we will recommend the right entry point based on age, schedule, and what your family is trying to solve this season.