Question 1

Is this a military bootcamp?

Accepted Answer

No. It's the opposite. Kids work hard and have fun. Coaches push them with respect — never yelling for the sake of yelling. The discipline is real, but the energy is positive.

Question 2

What ages do you take?

Accepted Answer

The P's & Q's Day is built for ages 6–12. We can usually accommodate younger or older siblings on request.

Question 3

What actually happens during a P's & Q's Day?

Accepted Answer

Six hours on the beach, built on four pillars — Discipline, Confidence, Mental Toughness, and Leadership — with 2–3 hands-on activities per pillar. Warm-up and run, sand drills, breath work, team challenges, a finisher game, a championship lunch, and a rank check where kids earn their next band. Lunch and all gear are included.

Question 4

How does the belt / ranking system work?

Accepted Answer

Like martial arts. Kids earn a colored band for each milestone of Days completed — White, then Blue, Green, Gold, and finally Black. Every band comes with a real prize, from booster packs at White all the way up to the black headband and a Champions Trip with fellow Champions — plus new responsibility and leadership roles. There's always a reason to come back for the next Day.

Question 5

What does my kid need to bring?

Accepted Answer

Workout clothes you don't mind getting sandy, a labeled water bottle, sunscreen on before arrival, and a willingness to try. We provide everything else.

Question 6

What if my kid is shy or not athletic?

Accepted Answer

Perfect. That's actually our favorite kid to coach. Our pillar system meets each kid where they are and builds them up. No one gets left behind. No one gets embarrassed.

Question 7

Is there a refund policy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your kid hates their first Day, we refund it — no drama. Plus a Beat-Your-Baseline guarantee: beat your start-of-day numbers by sundown, or your next Day is on us.

Question 8

Are you really a nonprofit — where does the money go?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we're a registered nonprofit. Parents and local sponsors can add an optional donation when they enroll, and 100% of it goes back to the kids: need-based scholarships, support for local youth charities, and keeping our coaching affordable. Need help affording a spot? Just ask — no red tape.

Question 9

Are coaches certified and background-checked?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All coaches are background-checked, first-aid and CPR certified, and have references on file. We carry youth athletic non-profit insurance.

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