National Academy of Athletics - Santa Rosa, California

Kristen S.

I've had the pleasure of working with Aaron Locks and his team for years. It's rare in business when you find a partner whose commitment towards providing quality programs for kids align with your own. His "Have Fun While Learning The Fundamentals" approach helps kids build confidence on and off the field. The ActivityHero team and I are excited to continue to bring youth sports and the expert knowledge of National Academy Of Athletics to families and communities across the US.

San D. W. I.

My six year old loved his class, which sampled lots of different sports—dodge ball, t-ball, soccer, etc. We had tried other sports programs, but he really took to this. Highly recommend their positive, fun approach. Will definitely sign him up again.

Deanna C.

Nothing like leaving a long day of learning with motivation and inspiration. His key points really hit home. I can't wait to put what I learned into practice. Thank you!

Blair M.

My little guy (4.5yo), just finished 1/2 day sports camp over Spring Break. After a somewhat unsuccessful soccer season in the fall through our local rec center, and other attempts to expose him to sports, he just hasn't really had an interest. He was very reluctant Monday morning to attend camp, but I encouraged him to just have fun and try. After the first day, I asked what his favorite thing was and he replied, "ALL OF IT!" This has been the same feedback everyday. The coaches have definitely made the experience fun. We are very happy that our son has had such a positive attitude and hope he will be willing to try other more organized sports going forward. We will be back for summer sessions.
Also worth mentioning, I was happy to see that there was a good mix of boys and girls at the camp.

Jonathon P.

Aaron and the National Academy of Athletics are an amazing group with plenty of experience. Anyone who decides to go through a camp or training can expect the highest level of professionalism, experience, and fun. I would highly recommend them to anyone!

Shawn H.

I cannot say enough positive things about the incredible experience my son had at the National Academy of Athletics, flag football camp. From the moment he stepped onto the field, he was filled with excitement and enthusiasm, and that feeling carried throughout the entire program.

First and foremost, the coaches at the National Academy of Athletics deserve tremendous praise. They are exceptional individuals who are not only highly skilled in football but also possess an innate ability to connect with and inspire children. They create a supportive and encouraging environment that fosters personal growth and confidence in every participant. The coaches' dedication to the kids is evident in their interactions, as they go above and beyond to ensure each child feels valued and included.

My son returned home exhausted every day, but with a smile that stretched from ear to ear. The camp's perfect balance of physical activity and fun-filled games kept him engaged and excited to attend every session. Moreover, the National Academy of Athletics summer program is a fantastic opportunity for children to enhance their football skills while having an absolute blast. The camp offers a well-rounded experience that goes beyond the technical aspects of the game. It teaches important values such as teamwork, sportsmanship, and perseverance, which are integral to both sports and life in general.

I wholeheartedly recommend the National Academy of Athletics flag football camp to any parent searching for a summer program that combines skill-building and fun. It's an excellent investment in your child's growth and a guaranteed source of unforgettable memories. Kudos to the entire National Academy of Athletics team for their outstanding work in creating such an exceptional program!

Jessica S.

Aaron, the founder, was amazing to talk to. You can tell he is genuinely invested in his business, and has the foundation, ethics, and experience to succeed. He really does have the kids' best interest at heart and his mission with the NAoA is absolutely fantastic. I look forward to connecting with Aaron in the future. You've got a fan and supporter in Canada!!

Jen C.

to be clear, my feelings about the camp have not changed HOWEVER they do work to find solid solutions for situations where it is obvious that their protocols are not followed. the protocols are sound and would have prevented this entire situation.

-previous review-

mixed sports camp is dodgeball camp.

I have asked A LOT of questions over the last few hours since my kids came home in tears. apparently left with an inexperienced "coach" the kids had divided into big kids vs small kids and then the larger/older kids proceeded to pick on little kids and then when the littles react they and their parents are given "report" by the coach.

after three days of dodgeball and calls to the main office and the regional office it has been affirmed that the mixed sport camp we signed our children up for is almost exclusively a dodgeball camp. I was told "the kids usually like dodgeball so that's what we play"

that's a lot of money for a program that we only utilized for 3 days and then had to pull our kids from unless we wanted them to continue to be dodgeball fodder.