Ivan Ortega – CHJS Chicago’s Manager We recently caught up with the ever busy Ivan Ortega, CHJS Chicago’s Manager. Though one of the newer staff members, Ivan brings an incredible amount of knowledge and passion to our organization. And we could not be more excited…

Click here to apply today. At CHJS, our goal is to ensure that every organization, team, coach, and parent possesses the knowledge and skills to uplift their young athletes. Unlock the healing power of sports and apply today for FREE sports-based, youth development and brain-based…

Check what CHJS Systems Change work looked like in 2023. CHJS Systems Change works to develop narratives about what an equitable and healing youth sports field looks like and supports collective action efforts in the youth sports space nationally and locally. 2023 was a big…

Coaches play a powerful role in community recovery. DONATE. Every day, coaches play a monumental role in their communities. This is especially true in the wake of a tragedy. But coaches say they are overwhelmed. They hold space for grief and grieving. They listen. They…

Check out the full article. Seattle, WA — In September, CHJS’s Adrienne Moore and Chris Reed facilitated a coaching session on Healing-Centered Coaching and Inclusive Coaching Strategies with 60+ Kraken Youth Hockey coaches. Here’s an excerpt from the article. “The night was right on target…

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.   Each quarter, CHJS hosts a free training on the foundations of our content, healing-centered sport and brain-based coaching. This interactive training session is created for coaches and parents who are new to the healing-centered sport world. Attendees will walk away…

Vote for CHJS to win most innovative services in Chicago. Chicago, IL— Out of 344 nominees, CHJS has been selected as one of the Top 100 Finalists still in the running for the 22nd annual Chicago Innovation Awards. The awards celebrate the most innovative new…

Read our joint statement with co-organizers of the 2023 Equality Summit. Near the Women’s World Cup finale, CHJS-Australia and several organizations hosted the Equality Summit, an inspiring and celebratory event to promote equality in sport. Panels and workshops with some of the greatest minds and…

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. Each quarter, CHJS hosts a free training on the foundations of our content, healing-centered sport and brain-based coaching. This interactive training session is created for coaches and parents who are new to the healing-centered sport world. Attendees will walk away with…

The need for coaches who can facilitate sport in a way that creates safety and
encourages necessary open dialogue about the challenges our communities face is urgent!

Learn more about this special opportunity for coaches, youth development professionals, and other related practitioners!