Sports Backers Programs
Our programs and initiatives are designed to promote physical fitness, teamwork, and healthy lifestyles in local schools and communities.
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Active RVA
For over 20 years, Sports Backers has encouraged and supported Richmonders to adopt an active lifestyle.
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All Stars Program
The Active Living Leadership ALL Stars program provides education, hands-on experiences, and mentorship to student athletes.
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Bike Walk RVA
Bike Walk RVA is Sports Backers’ program to advocate for comfortable and connected places to bike and walk.
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Fall Line
The Fall Line will be a transformational 43-mile long, north-south trail spine for our region’s active transportation network.
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Fitness Warriors
Training area residents to be professional fitness instructors for Richmond’s communities with the highest rates of chronic disease.
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Kids on the Move
Begin on an exciting journey to fitness like no other with Kids On The Move!
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Volunteer
There are 6,500 people annually who volunteer to make Sports Backers and it’s events and programs the successes they are.
Donate
With your support, we can make this region a more attractive and vibrant place to live where safe opportunities to walk, run, bike, swim, or workout abound and where access to these activities are available to all.