Kroc Fit Kids

LOCATION

1375 E. Broadway
Phoeix, AZ 8504

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Training required which may significantly delay start of service hours or which needs to be completed prior to the start of the semester.

Protecting the Mission training

May 24th  9am -12 noon

SCHEDULE OPTIONS

Semester availability

Summer

Service hours

Morning

Available days/hours

M-F 6:45-8:45 am

May-29th-July13th

REQUIRED/DESIRED SKILLS

Work with children

Knowledge of engaging activities

Good communication and relationship skills

CATEGORIES

Education
Sports / Fitness
Youth (direct interaction)
Youth II: 5-11 years (K-6th grades)

COMMUNITY PARTNER

Salvation Army Kroc Corps and Community Center

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP

Duties

Kroc Fit Kids. For USL 210 Students only.

Rise and shine! Learn the importance of staying active.  This is a moving and energizing one-week class for kids that will keep them active without even realizing it's exercise!  The class features elements of gymnastics,tumbling,sports,recreation,calisthenics, and traditional exercise movement.  All with youth in mind!   USL students will assist in planning and implementing activities to support the class instructor and description.

Population served

It is in the area of South Phoenix, a very diverse and culturally rich community.  However, the demographics of this community fall below the national average in areas such as education, food, clothing, health care and many more.  The Kroc Center presents opportunities in a state-of-the-art facility to foster wellness, recreation, the arts, education, and spiritual growth.

Community need/impact

 health education

positive adult role models

By interning at the Kroc Center, students will be able to take part in building a positive culture within the center that will then pour out into the surrounding community.  Participants interacting with USL students will experience positive relationships and be exposed to great models that will encourage a successful future.