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RISE Youth Program: Resilience, Integrity, Strength & Empowerment

At Senshi Judo, we believe all kids deserve access to sports.

Established in 2025, the RISE Youth Program (Resilience, Integrity, Strength & Empowerment) is a free after-school program established by Senshi Judo serving low-income children and teens in Santa Ana. Through structured judo classes and positive mentorship, youth build confidence, discipline, and life skills such as emotional regulation, teamwork, and conflict resolution. Each class includes character-building conversations focused on respect, anti-bullying, and healthy decision-making. RISE provides a safe, supportive environment where young people can grow stronger—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

This program is made possible through charitable donations and community support.

Participants must meet all of the following eligibility requirements to receive services through the RISE Youth Program:

1. Residency

  • Must be a resident of the City of Santa Ana, California.

  • Residency may be verified through school enrollment, parent/guardian address, or other acceptable documentation.

2. Age

  • Must be between the ages of [insert range, e.g., 6–17] at the time of enrollment.

3. Income Eligibility (Low- to Moderate-Income)

  • Must be part of a household earning at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), as defined annually by HUD and adopted by the City of Santa Ana.

  • Income eligibility will be verified using HUD-approved income documentation methods, including but not limited to:

    • Self-certification (where permitted by the City)

    • Pay stubs, benefit statements, or tax documents

    • Participation in other income-qualified programs (when allowed)

4. Program Qualification

  • Priority will be given to youth who:

    • Come from low-income households

    • Are at risk of engaging in unsafe or unhealthy after-school activities

    • Lack access to affordable recreational or enrichment programs

5. Non-Discrimination

  • The program is open to eligible participants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or immigration status.

6. Parental/Guardian Consent

  • A signed parent or legal guardian consent form is required prior to participation.

Enrollment is limited, please email us at senshijudoinfo@gmail.com if your child meets all eligibility requirements.