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How to Apply

  1. STEP 1: Fill out Interest form for current recruiting class

  2. STEP 2: Watch Orientation video

    Video will be displayed after interest form has been submitted, a copy will be sent to your email.

  3. STEP 3: Fill out online application

    Nā Kula Alakaʻi Youth Challenge Academy

    If you don’t have consistent access to a computer, you can request a paper application by:

PHASE 1: Meet & Greet

Meet & Greet will be held monthly. Next briefing: 10/16/2027

  • In-Person and Virtual
  • Applicant Interviews
  • Parent Briefings

YCA Kalaeloa map

PHASE 2: Attend Endurance Events

First Endurance: 11/13/2026. Second Endurance: 12/11/2026

Endurance Waiver must be completed to attend.

Uniform:

  • Plain White T-Shirt
  • Plain Black Athletic Shorts
  • Running Shoes
  • Bottle of Water
  • No Jewelry

PHASE 3: Selection Process

  • Review Board
  • Acceptance Letter (All potential candidates will be notified of acceptance and invited to the Scholarship Award Ceremony)

PHASE 4: Attend Scholarship Award Ceremony & Final Endurance by Invite Only

Uniform:

  • Plain White T-Shirt
  • Plain Black Athletic Shorts
  • Running Shoes
  • Bottle of Water
  • No Jewelry

Outer Islands will tune in virtually.