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Build work experience, contribute to your community, and use your time in a meaningful way.

Must be 12+ years old to volunteer.

" Because of his time there this summer, he recently applied for Leadership Training through SAR. And he was accepted. He goes to camp this coming weekend. He used his experiences at The Movement Park as part of his responses for the application. Thank you again for such an amazing opportunity for young teens."

- Mom of Summer Camp Student Volunteer

 
 
 
 

CITs are mature students who are interested in becoming future camp counselors or parkour coaches at The Movement Park. Our CIT program runs year-round with the majority of opportunities available from June to September. CITs will learn the necessary aspects of camp counseling, coaching, and youth development with an emphasis on understanding children, diversity, leadership skills, and The Movement Park's mission to create a positive experience with exercise for people of all ages and abilities.

Eligible CITs meet the following requirements.

  • The CIT candidate is 12+ years old.

  • The CIT is an active parkour student at The Movement Park or they conduct an interview to apply.

  • The CIT was invited by a staff member to register for the program.

SUMMER CIT PROGRAM

 

FAQs

  • No! If you enjoy working with kids and have an interest in a career in:

    Leadership

    Youth programs

    Fitness or coaching

    We'd love to have you!

  • Yes, you can!

    We ask that you work a minimum of three shifts before asking for a letter of recommendation so that we can have a better idea of your work ethic & skills we can provide a letter that best represents you.

    If you'd like to receive a recommendation letter please email us at admin@themovementpark.com with the subject of the email as 'Student Volunteer Rec Letter'. In the email please state your full name and any additional information you may like included in the letter.

  • Anyone ages 12+ is welcome to volunteer.

    Volunteer opportunities are especially a great fit for student volunteers (high school & college) to build resumes and future applications. Anyone with an interest in working with youth, parkour, leadership, or summer camps is welcome to sign up!

  • Use this link to let us know you are interested in our CIT or volunteer programs. We will be in touch with the next steps soon!

  • You can volunteer as much or as little as you'd like. For student volunteers, we ask that you work at least 3 shifts before asking for a letter of recommendation so that we can write you a letter that best represents you.

  • If you are signed up for a volunteer shift but are unable to be there, you’ll be able to unclaim your shift through our staff scheduling app.

    Please keep in mind that if you don't show up for a shift or continually cancel it will be hard to write a glowing recommendation for you to continue with our CIT program.

    We understand things happen so please let us know as early as possible if you will not be able to make it.

If you don’t see an answer to your question, email us at admin@themovmentpark.com or give us a call at (503)844-8801