National Academy of Athletics Named a Top 500 Low-Cost Franchise
National Academy of Athletics Named a Top 500 Low-Cost Franchise We’re thrilled to share some exciting news—National Academy of Athletics (NAofA) has been recognized as one of Entrepreneur’s Top 500 Low-Cost Franchises! This honor highlights our commitment to providing an affordable and impactful business opportunity for those passionate about youth sports. This press release was […]
National Academy of Athletics Expands to San Diego North with Seventh Franchise Sale
National Academy of Athletics Expands to San Diego North with Seventh Franchise Sale We’re excited to announce our expansion into San Diego North with our 7th franchise, bringing top-tier youth sports programs to even more kids in the community! This press release was originally published by California Buisness Digest on March 13, 2025. Read the […]
National Academy of Athletics Expands to Orange County North
National Academy of Athletics Expands to Orange County North We’re excited to announce our newest franchise expansion to Orange County North, bringing our top-tier youth sports programs to Orange County. This press release was originally published by Kron 4 on April 14, 2025. Read the original article HERE. SANTA ROSA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 […]
The Price of Play: How Private Equity Is Undermining Youth Sports in America
The Price of Play: How Private Equity Is Undermining Youth Sports in America Introduction By Aaron Locks, Founder & CEO, National Academy of Athletics Youth sports used to be about fun, teamwork, and community. Today, they’re a booming business. As corporations and private equity firms take over programs and facilities, they’re reshaping sports into pay-to-play systems that […]
School Budget Cuts Are Gutting Afterschool Programs: Here’s How NAofA Is Stepping Up
School Budget Cuts Are Gutting Afterschool Programs: Here’s How NAofA Is Stepping Up School Budget Cuts Are Putting Afterschool Programs at Risk Across the country, families are bracing for the fallout of massive school budget cuts. From the proposed elimination of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) to sharp reductions in STEM funding, afterschool and […]
Changing Lives Through After-School Sports in Zimbabwe
Changing Lives Through After-School Sports in Zimbabwe We are beyond honored and deeply grateful to recognize David Mlambo for his unwavering dedication and hard work in bringing the joy of sports to children throughout Zimbabwe. Thanks to David’s inspiring leadership, his collaboration with the Ministry of Education, and his commitment to youth development, children who may […]
10 Ways to Help Your Child Transition Back to School (and Stay Active!)
10 Ways to Help Your Child Transition Back to School (and Stay Active!) Back-to-school season is exciting, but it can also be a tough adjustment for kids. New routines, longer days in the classroom, and less free time can leave children feeling restless or drained. The good news? With a little planning, you can set your […]
Reclaiming Recreation: How Municipalities Can Lead the Movement to Bring Back Youth Sports for All
Reclaiming Recreation: How Municipalities Can Lead the Movement to Bring Back Youth Sports for All By: Aaron Locks, NAofA Founder & CEO Youth sports are at a crossroads. Competitive clubs provide valuable opportunities, but the system is unbalanced. Kids are pushed to specialize too early. Families are priced out. And the simple joy of playing […]
National Academy of Athletics Partners with City of San Diego Parks and Recreation to Deliver Inclusive Adaptive Sports Programs
National Academy of Athletics Partners with City of San Diego Parks and Recreation to Deliver Inclusive Adaptive Sports Programs This press release was originally published by California News Observer on September 2, 2025. Read the original article HERE. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — The National Academy of Athletics (NAofA) has partnered with the City […]
Protecting Our Children from Bullying at Summer Camp
Protecting Our Children from Bullying at Summer Camp As parents, we face enough challenges getting our kids to summer camp on time, equipped with all their gear, snacks, lunch, and water. The last thing we want is a call from camp in the middle of the day telling us that our child is not having […]
