Who This Program Is For

The Flagstaff program is designed for high school students who are ready to participate fully in a small-group experience combining community engagement, athletics, regional learning, outdoor adventure, and fun. Students do not need to be elite athletes. Training is adapted to each participant’s sport, experience, goals, and fitness level.

Community Partnership

Our work is developed in partnership with the Flagstaff Family Food Center, which supports neighbors experiencing food insecurity across northern Arizona. Students learn about hunger, food systems, dignity, and the practical work required to serve a community well. Activities may include preparing and distributing food, organizing donations, supporting community meals, assisting with outreach, and contributing to priorities identified by the Food Center.

Athletics and Wellness

Flagstaff’s altitude, extensive trail network, and outdoor culture make it an exceptional place to move and train. Most days include movement or an adapted workout, along with time for recovery, nutrition, and conversations about healthy approaches to sport.

Exploring Northern Arizona

Students experience northern Arizona as a culturally, environmentally, and historically distinct region. Program highlights may include exploring Sedona, visiting Antelope Canyon, swimming in high-altitude rivers when conditions allow, and hiking in the Grand Canyon. Specific excursions may change based on weather, permits, water conditions, and group readiness.

Leadership, Friendship, and Fun

Students share responsibility for the success of the group. They practice communicating clearly, supporting one another, helping with meals and routines, contributing to reflection, and making responsible decisions. Shared challenges, games, group meals, and relaxed time together create plenty of room for laughter, connection, and fun.

Lodging, Meals, and Safety

The group stays in supervised accommodations in or near Flagstaff. Meals are included and planned to support active students; dietary needs can generally be accommodated with advance notice. Experienced Strive leaders supervise the program throughout, and activities are adjusted for altitude, weather, water conditions, group readiness, and other safety considerations.

Every Strive Flagstaff program follows a thoughtful progression while remaining flexible enough to respond to the group, our community partner, weather, and opportunities that emerge along the way. The experience is built around community living, shared meals and miles, meaningful service, and adventure across northern Arizona.

Arrival and Community Living

Students meet their leaders and trip-mates, settle into Flagstaff, and begin adjusting to the altitude. From the start, everyone contributes to group life—sharing meals, helping with daily routines, supporting one another, and building the trust that makes the rest of the program possible.

Shared Meals and Miles

Most mornings begin with movement while the air is cool. Runners explore Flagstaff’s trails, while students from other sports follow workouts adapted to their experience and goals. Training is balanced with recovery, good food, and plenty of time together. The miles and meals students share become an important part of the friendships they build.

Service and Community Connection

Students work alongside the Flagstaff Family Food Center, learning about hunger, food systems, dignity, and the needs of the broader community. Service may include preparing or distributing food, organizing donations, supporting community meals, and contributing to priorities identified by the Food Center.

Exploring Northern Arizona

The group ventures beyond Flagstaff to experience the remarkable landscapes of the region. Adventures may include exploring Sedona’s red-rock country, visiting Antelope Canyon, swimming in high-altitude rivers when conditions are safe, and spending time on nearby trails and public lands.

The Grand Finale

The program builds toward a culminating adventure in the Grand Canyon. Hiking together through one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes gives students a chance to draw on the resilience, confidence, and relationships they have developed throughout the trip.

Reflection and Departure

Students leave Flagstaff with new friendships, greater independence, a deeper understanding of northern Arizona, and a clearer sense of how meaningful service and responsible travel can begin within their own country.

Summer 2027 Program Dates

To be confirmed. The program is being planned as a two-week experience. Final dates will be announced after coordination with the Flagstaff Family Food Center and program logistics.

Program Tuition

$4,995

Travel to Flagstaff

Transportation to and from Flagstaff is not included in tuition. Families will receive coordinated arrival guidance, designated arrival windows, and pickup information after enrollment.

Tuition Includes

Small-group leadership and mentorship; supervised lodging; meals; local transportation; athletic coaching and individualized training support; community-based learning and service with the Flagstaff Family Food Center; excursions; entrance fees; local programming; and 24/7 supervision.

Enrollment Deposit

A $500 enrollment deposit is required to reserve a student’s place and is applied toward tuition.

Payment Plans and Financial Aid

Flexible payment plans are available, and limited need-based financial aid may be offered. Families are encouraged to contact Strive for details.

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