SERVING VIRGINIA BEACH & HAMPTON ROADS
Youth Mentoring and After-School Programs In Virginia BEach
EMPOWERING YOUTH, INSPIRING SUCCESS.
Coaching Skills for Life helps elementary, middle, and high school students develop the confidence, academic skills, leadership abilities, and positive relationships they need to succeed.
Through youth mentoring, educational support, career exploration, sports, and community-based programs, we create opportunities for students throughout Virginia Beach and the Hampton Roads region to learn, grow, and reach their full potential.
MENTORSHIP
Positive guidance
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Educational growth
YOUTH SPORTS
Leadership & teamwork
CAREER EXPLORATION
Preparing for the future
ABOUT CSFL
Building a Brighter Future
for Hampton Roads Youth
Several years ago, Coaching Skills for Life (CSFL) was founded in response to the closing of Virginia Beach City Public Schools due to Covid-19. Our purpose was to ease the burdens placed on minority students and their families by providing vital support during a critical time.Today, we continue our commitment to the Hampton Roads community, offering youth athletics and academic programs designed to inspire and motivate students to reach their full potential.
Our Mission
To support and nurture the career and education gowth of elementary, middle and high school students through life skills, mentorship, coaching, academic support and athletics.
“Empowering Youth. Inspiring Success.”
IT TAKES A TEAM TO WIN THE GAME
Young people achieve more when they have committed adults, positive role models, and a supportive community standing behind them.
Coaching Skills for Life connects students with mentors, coaches, educators, volunteers, and community partners who encourage them to overcome challenges, strengthen their skills, and prepare for the future.
MENTORS
COACHES
FAMILIES
PARTNERS
Whether in the classroom, on the court, or in the community, we help students become confident, capable, and compassionate leaders.
Signature Programs Built for Growth
Explore CSFL’s flagship experiences designed to help young people discover their potential through career exploration, athletics, mentorship, leadership, and personal development.
FUTURE SCHOLARS ACADEMY
Discover Strengths. Explore Careers. Build the Future.
Each week, scholars participate in career exploration, interactive Career Labs, B.A.G. Check-Ins, leadership experiences and Career Passport activities designed to connect what they learn today with the possibilities ahead.
- 8 WEEKS: Career Exploration & Leadership
- GRADES 3-8: Age-Appropriate Discovery
- CAREER LABS: Hands On Learning
- CAREER PASSPORT: Document Growth & Goals
JR NBA/WNBA YOUTH BASKETBALL
Be More Than A Player, Be A Leader.
Skills, confidence, teamwork, leadership and sportmanship.
- Skill-Building Practices & Organized Games
- Official Jr. NBA/WNBA Jersey & Player Kit
- Teamwork & Leadership Activities
- Focus on Character, Confidence & Sportsmanship
More Ways to Learn, Grow & Thrive
From mentoring and academic achievement to literacy, field trips, and enrichment, CSFL creates additional opportunities that support young people both in and beyond the classroom.
HELPING STUDENTS LEARN, GROW AND LEAD
MENTORING
& LIFE SKILLS
Students receive guidance from positive role models who encourage accountability, confidence, strong decision-making, and personal growth.
Academic
Support
Our educational programs help students remain focused on their academic goals, celebrate achievement, and build skills that support long-term success.
Youth Sports
and Activities
Sports and extracurricular activities help students develop teamwork, discipline, leadership, confidence, and healthy relationships.
Career
Exploration
Our career-development programming helps middle and high school students understand their strengths, explore future opportunities, and begin preparing for education, training, and employment pathways.
Help Local Students Succeed
In-kind contributions
We welcome tickets, pases and other in-kind contribution that help provide amazing experiences for our students.
Meet Our Coaches and Mentors
Short introduction explaining the team’s experience in education, athletics, leadership and community service.
Gary R .Cason
Founder
Building trusting relationships that motivates students to overcomeobstacles and succeed
Elisha Harris
Volunteer Coach
Experienced coach, educator and mentor with a legacy of leadership and student success.
Mark Butts
Volunteer Coach
Passionate about edudcation, mentorship, family and helping youth reach their potenial.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Coaching Skills for Life serves elementary, middle, and high school students through mentoring, athletics, academic support, career exploration, leadership development, and other youth-focused experiences.
CSFL is based in Virginia Beach and serves students and families throughout the Hampton Roads community. Specific program locations may vary depending on the program, school, or community partner.
Participation requirements vary by program. Parents and guardians can contact CSFL or submit a program inquiry through the website to learn about current opportunities, age requirements, schedules, and registration details.
Yes. CSFL welcomes partnerships with schools, businesses, professionals, colleges, community organizations, sponsors, and other groups interested in creating meaningful opportunities for young people.
You can support CSFL by making a financial or in-kind donation, volunteering your time, serving as a mentor or coach, becoming a guest speaker, or partnering with one of our programs. Visit the Get Involved section to learn more.
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