2026 Programs
Whether you’re an ATHLETE or COACH…
we design our programs to meet your needs & goals!
Maroon Village | Summer Series
Position Specific Coaching | Performance Training | Journaling | Meditation | Strength & Conditioning | Competitive Drills 1v1, 7v7
Mission
Maroon Village helps student athletes build strong bodies and strong minds. We create a healthy, supportive environment through sports performance training, competition, meditation, and breathwork.
Program objectives
Build physical literacy (movement skills) and sport competence (game-ready skills).
Help athletes feel more motivated and confident in practice, competition, and everyday life.
Teach simple tools athletes can use anywhere: visualization, breathwork, pre-game preparation, teamwork, body awareness, and journaling.
What student athletes will learn
Mindfulness skills: breathwork, visualization, and self-awareness
Self-reflection through short journal prompts
Problem-solving and teamwork through skill development and friendly competitions
How to prepare mentally and physically to perform their best
Coaches welcome
Coaches are encouraged to join in the daily learning objectives so the whole team grows together.
Mindfulness & Sports Summer Camp
In Community Partnership with
Calumet College of St. Joseph
Mindfulness | Sports | Teamwork | Skill Building
2021-2025
Albion College Apprenticeship Program
Internship program for Albion College Students who are natives of Chicago and/or interested in learning how to run a small non-profit:
Our interns met weekly for virtual and in person meeting, brainstormed and discussed projects, participated in a grant writing workshop led by our consultant in the Fall, contributed to our social media platforms and branding strategy, and participated in our fundraising campaign and annual Benefit at the end of the year.
2018 - 2022
The Resilient Coach Training
In response to the NCAA Student-Athlete Well-Being Study not only do we offer intentional programming to support student athletes directly, we are committed to equipping Coaches with tools to navigate the stress and trauma our Student Athletes are experiencing in real time.
Through training, Coaches deepen understanding and awareness of the often extreme circumstances alongside of building trauma sensitive mindfulness skills to help support their student athletes through and on to performing at their best - on and off the playing field!
Interested in Coach & Staff Training please email us:
The difference between those who meet and exceed goals and those who don’t often begins with their thoughts. Develop the will to win. Aim for success and achieve it.
2023:
Successful Mindfulness & Sports Summer Camp 2024 - 2nd Summer running camp with Calumet College of St. Joseph
Successful Mindfulness & Sports Summer Camp expansion included 3rd-5th grade
4 week Mindfulness & Yoga Program with Portage High School Girls Wrestling, Portage IN
Lily Endowment Winner in partnership with Calumet College of St. Joseph for continued Mindfulness & Sports Summer Camp 2024+
2022:
Successful Mindfulness & Sports Summer Camp - Pilot Program with Calumet College of St. Joseph
CPS PE Takeovers in partnership with Chicago Bulls and Rush Medical
4 week Mindfulness & Yoga Program with 360 Volleyball Chicago, IL
Paid college internships + college credits
Lily Endowment Winner in partnership with Calumet College of St. Joseph for continued Mindfulness & Sports Summer Camp 2023+
2021:
Chicago Bulls Charities Grant
Delivery of free summer + fall sessions to support participants affected by the pandemic
Free workshops + consultations
Paid college internships + college credits
Over 100 local youth and student athletes served
Make a Donation
When you donate to Maroon Village, not only are you supporting a conscious community cause, you are empowering youth to empower themselves. Your tax-deductible donation helps Student Athletes around the world receive the support they need in order to thrive both on and off season, especially in these unprecedented times!
