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ARISE — After-School Programs · DMV · Summer 2026

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ARISE After-School Programs

After-school programs that help kids rise

Literacy, movement, mindfulness, and STEM, delivered in schools, libraries, and out-of-school-time programs across the DMV, with seasonal camps and parties too.
Index9 Programs · Summer 2026
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Movement

Tennis

Beginner tennis that builds coordination, footwork, and focus

An introductory tennis program that gets kids moving with purpose, building hand-eye coordination, agility, and confidence through age-appropriate drills, games, and rallying.

Age-appropriate drills & gamesBuilds coordination & focusBeginner-friendly, all levels
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Tennis — ARISE program(01)
FIG. 01ARISE · TennisFootwork & first rallies01 / 09
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Mindfulness

Youth Yoga

Mindfulness and movement for focus, calm, and connection

Playful, accessible yoga and breathwork that helps kids regulate, focus, and build emotional resilience, offered in schools, after-school programs, libraries, and daycares.

Mindfulness & breathworkSchool, afterschool & family formatsBuilds emotional regulation
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Youth Yoga — ARISE session(02)
Youth Yoga in session(03)
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FIG. 02–09ARISE · Youth YogaOutdoor flow on the courts02 / 09
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Mindfulness

Family Yoga

Yoga and breathwork that parents and kids do together

A calming, playful practice families share side by side, building connection, co-regulation, and a sense of calm that travels home with them.

Parent & child togetherConnection & co-regulationAll ages welcome
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Family Yoga — ARISE session(10)
Family Yoga in session(11)
FIG. 10–11ARISE · Family YogaParent & child, side by side03 / 09
Children flowing through a movement sequence at an ARISE session

Movement, mindfulness, and discovery, woven through every ARISE program.

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Literacy

Literacy in Motion

Science of Reading–aligned tutoring and literacy enrichment

Small-group and one-on-one instruction grounded in the Science of Reading, designed to close gaps and build confident, capable readers.

Science of Reading–alignedSmall group & 1:1 formatsLed by a Certified Reading Specialist
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Literacy in Motion — ARISE program(12)
FIG. 12ARISE · Literacy in MotionReading on the move04 / 09
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Literacy

Reading Tutoring

Individualized literacy support for striving readers

Targeted, data-informed tutoring for students who need extra support, built around each child’s specific reading needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Individualized instructionProgress tracked & reportedAligned to school literacy goals
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Reading Tutoring — ARISE program(13)
FIG. 13ARISE · Reading TutoringOne-on-one reading support05 / 09
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Movement

Mighty Movers

Movement-based learning that builds strength, coordination, and focus

An active, games-based movement program that gets kids moving with purpose, building gross motor skills, coordination, and the focus they need to learn.

Active, games-based formatBuilds coordination & focusFits PE & movement requirements
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Mighty Movers — ARISE program(14)

Kids weave through a cone-and-block agility course, building coordination, balance, and focus.

FIG. 14ARISE · Mighty MoversAgility course & games06 / 09
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Health & STEM

The Body Talks

Hands-on health science that explores the body, anatomy, and medicine

A hands-on health-science program where kids explore anatomy, how the body works, and the basics of medicine, from listening to a heartbeat with a stethoscope to mapping the body’s systems. It builds real curiosity about how we stay healthy.

Anatomy & how the body worksIntro to health & medicineHands-on, inquiry-based science
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The Body Talks — ARISE program(15)
FIG. 15ARISE · The Body TalksHands-on body science07 / 09
Seasonal & Celebrations‹ Off the school week ›
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Seasonal

Summer Camp

A balanced summer of movement, mindfulness, and discovery

A balanced mix of yoga, mindful movement, and active play that builds strength, flexibility, and focus, with breathwork, self-regulation, and a weekly DC museum field trip.

Weeklong sessionsAges 5–12Weekly DC field trip
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Summer Camp — ARISE program(16)
FIG. 16ARISE · Summer CampMovement, mindfulness & play08 / 09
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Celebration

Birthday Parties

Joyful, fully-guided yoga celebrations kids remember

Celebrate with a joyful, engaging yoga session that captivates every kid in the room. Warm, playful, and unforgettable.

Fully guidedPlayful & inclusiveAll ages
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Birthday Parties — ARISE program(17)
FIG. 17ARISE · Birthday PartiesA guided yoga celebration09 / 09

ARISE — After-School Programs · DMV · Summer 2026

Partner with ARISE

For Schools, Districts & Organizations

Bringing ARISE to your site is simple.

01

Tell us about your site

Share your school or organization’s goals, schedule, and student population.

02

We build a custom proposal

Program mix, cadence, group sizes, and staffing tailored to your site.

03

Kids start rising

ARISE-certified instructors deliver consistent, high-quality programming your school, library, or daycare can count on.

For Families

It's just as easy to book for your own child.

01

Choose a program

Pick the class, camp, or party that fits your child and your schedule.

02

Book in seconds

Reserve a spot online or book a quick call, and we’ll confirm by email.

03

Watch them rise

Your child builds focus, calm, and confidence, one mindful breath at a time.

FAQ

Questions from schools & families

Everything schools, libraries, and parents ask before getting started.

  • ARISE offers five core programs: Literacy in Motion, Mighty Movers, Reading Tutoring, Youth Yoga, and The Body Talks, covering literacy, movement, mindfulness, and STEM.

  • Yes. ARISE partners with public school districts and charter networks across the DMV, including PGCPS, Two Rivers PCS, and AppleTree Early Learning, delivering before- and after-school programming.

  • Yes. ARISE runs family-friendly Youth Yoga and literacy programming at schools, libraries, and daycares, including an ongoing series at the Alexandria Library (James Duncan Branch).

  • All ARISE programs are led by certified instructors, including a Certified Reading Specialist and Science of Reading Certified Educator, and certified Youth Yoga & Wellness instructors.

  • Reach out through “Request a Proposal,” and we’ll learn about your site and build a custom program plan covering schedule, group size, and pricing.

  • ARISE programs are designed for PreK through Grade 8, with formats tailored to each age group and setting.