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Riseup Stars Afterschool Programs Leading provider or afterschool programs for children focused on Dance, Yoga, Movement & Sports

09/22/2026

Let’s talk about a hot topic: What is the value of a college education in the age of AI and how can today’s high school grads get ahead?

In the age of AI, your advantage isn’t knowing everything.It’s being curious, resourceful, proactive and knowing how to ...
09/21/2026

In the age of AI, your advantage isn’t knowing everything.

It’s being curious, resourceful, proactive and knowing how to turn an idea into something real.

The earlier current grads can start building real-world experience, the more opportunities they create for themselves and the better their chances of success.

Start before you feel ready. Your portfolio, skills, and confidence will grow with you and by the time the opportunity comes, you’ll already have something to bring to the table.

Let’s GOOO!!! 🚀 As we kick off a new school year, we’re finally sharing the incredible impact we made together last year...
09/18/2026

Let’s GOOO!!! 🚀 As we kick off a new school year, we’re finally sharing the incredible impact we made together last year! So proud of our team, our students, and everything we accomplished 💚

"It's just stretching."That's what yoga looks like from the outside. From the inside, it's nervous system training — and...
07/22/2026

"It's just stretching."

That's what yoga looks like from the outside. From the inside, it's nervous system training — and for developing brains, it might be the most underrated hour of the week.

Stress regulation isn't a personality trait; it's a trainable skill.
Focus isn't something kids have or don't have; it's something they practice.
Even sleep — the thing every parent asks about — is built during the day, not at bedtime.

None of it can be shortcut. That's the point. Swipe for the three biggest myths we hear ➡️

Recess never has to end 🙌From pickleball rallies to buzzer-beaters, our after-school sports programs help students stay ...
07/10/2026

Recess never has to end 🙌

From pickleball rallies to buzzer-beaters, our after-school sports programs help students stay active, build confidence, and discover what they love — all in a fun, supportive environment right at their school.

Swipe to see all the ways our students are getting in the game 👉

🏓 Pickleball — the fastest-growing sport in America, and the fastest way to get kids hooked on movement!
🏀 Basketball — teamwork, confidence, and skills built one layup at a time.
🏐 Volleyball — bump, set, spike! Communication and coordination in action.
⚽ Soccer — the world's game, right on campus. Footwork, fitness, and friendships.
🎾 Tennis — serving up focus, agility, and a love for the game that lasts a lifetime.
🌟 Multi-Sports — a little bit of everything, so every student finds the sport that makes them shine!

Which sport would YOU pick? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️

07/08/2026

AND THAT'S A WRAP ON SUMMER SOCCER CAMP!⚽🏆🔥

Hundreds of kids. One GIANT World Cup celebration🌍

This summer we didn't just run soccer clinics — we brought the World Cup energy straight to the pitch:

🏟️ Every session ran like match day — warm-ups, skill stations, live coaching, then full scrimmages with team cheers
🌎 Kids repped their "teams" World Cup–style, learning positioning, spacing, and real game play
🥅 Dribbling, passing, first touch, shooting — 1v1 finishing drills where even our kindergartners were scoring GOLAZOS
🤝 And the best part? The sportsmanship. When one player got frustrated after the goalie kept blocking his shots, a teammate stepped in and helped him score. THAT'S the World Cup spirit🥹

So many kids touched a soccer ball for the very first time this summer… and discovered they're absolute naturals. First-time players out here becoming team MVPs by the end of the hour⭐

This is what it's all about: free, high-quality coaching on campus, big confidence, and every single kid getting their moment💛

Huge thank you to our incredible coaches, partners, students, and families — you made this one to remember🙌

See you next season. The pitch will be waiting⚽✨

06/26/2026

🤖 Our Robotics & LEGO Building Program is officially LIVE for elementary and middle school students! 🚀

This week our students became engineers — wiring solar robot kits, building rovers, testing, troubleshooting, and lighting up when their creations finally moved. ⚡

This is what hands-on learning looks like: focus, problem-solving, and the pure pride of "I built this." 💡

Every kid deserves access to this kind of learning — no matter their zip code. And this is just the beginning. 💫

So proud of our students, instructors, and partners! 👏

The truth about cognitive decline and AIThere is a lot of talk about AI causing the cognitive decline, but the truth is ...
06/24/2026

The truth about cognitive decline and AI

There is a lot of talk about AI causing the cognitive decline, but the truth is that AI didn’t cause it. We've been in cognitive debt for decades.

There's a term called “cognitive debt” – every time we google instead of remembering, every time we skim instead of reading, every time we choose the shortcut.

The reality is that it’s our natural tendency. Our body is lazy by design.
So is our brain. We're wired to take the path of least resistance biologically.

Our innate tendency is to lay on the couch and minimize physical effort. That’s why we had to build the habit of going to the gym as a way to keep our bodies developed and strong.

AI could actually help us reverse the decline if we design it that way.

It’s called Socratic method when instead of giving you straight answers, AI guides you through the thinking process, makes you reflect and exercises the brain instead of replacing it.

This is what we're building Luno, a system intentionally designed to exercise our students brains the way a good coach pushes you further than you'd push yourself.

Critical thinking. Structured reasoning. Intellectual independence. Because preserving human intelligence has to be an explicit design goal.

05/11/2026

We wrapped up an amazing Cheer Club season in the San Bernardino area! 📣🎉

Our elementary students brought incredible energy, dedication, and school spirit to every session. They grew stronger, more confident, and more connected as a team.

This program combined athleticism, creativity, and teamwork—helping students build coordination, flexibility, discipline, and supportive friendships along the way.

We’re so proud of every participant, from beginners to advanced athletes.

Can’t wait for the next session!

04/28/2026

This spring we officially launched the pilot of the Surf Club - 10 weeks of paddling, popping up, wiping out, and getting back on the board.
Balance. Breath. Patience. Courage.
The kind of learning you can’t fit inside four walls.
This unique afterschool program was designed exclusively for Think Together - one of the most innovative afterschool providers in California as part of our partnership.
Stoked doesn’t begin to cover it 🤙

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