Adventure Awaits
Challenge yourself and discover what you’re capable of.
Building Character, One Challenge at a Time
Every obstacle you climb, every challenge you take on, every act of service shapes you into the kind of leader others look up to.
The Young Marines is a national youth program for ages eight through high school graduation. It’s for youth who want to work hard, lead with integrity, and grow into strong, confident leaders who can:
- Motivate and inspire others
- Work with individuals and teams
- Live a healthy, drug-free lifestyle
- Plan ahead and adapt when things get tough
- Solve problems under pressure
- Make smart, effective decisions
- Lead by example, not just words
- Take responsibility and get things done
The lessons you learned with the Young Marines last long after the adventure ends.
What We Do
We don’t just teach leadership. We build it through action.
Leadership That Lasts
Every training, every rank earned, and every team led builds integrity, confidence, and responsibility that will follow you for life.
Service That Matters
Leadership means giving back. Whether honoring veterans, cleaning parks, or helping your community, you’ll make a difference that counts.
Fun With Purpose
Obstacle courses, camps, competitions, and national events push you to your limits and show you how strong you really are.
Find a Unit Near You
If you’re ready to train, serve, and lead, this is where it begins.
Join a community that’s shaping tomorrow’s leaders today.
The Young Marines Experience
This isn’t just a program. It’s a journey that transforms you.
- Team-building adventures that test your courage
- National Leadership Schools that challenge you to grow
- Healthy living and drug-free initiatives that strengthen your body and mind
- Mentorship from peers and role models who help you to be your best
- Service projects that build pride and purpose
- Events, trips, and friendships that feel like family
Whether rappelling down a rock wall, leading a squad, or marching in a parade, every challenge shapes you into a leader with confidence, courage, and honor.
How It Works
Start with Recruit Training. Advance through the ranks. Lead teams. Serve your community. Build your future one challenge at a time.
Upcoming Events
Join us for a day of fun and friendly competition on the greens as we raise funds and awareness for the Young Marines Program! All proceeds go directly to the
Join us for a day of fun and friendly competition on the greens as we raise funds and awareness for the Young Marines Program!
All proceeds go directly to the Young Marines Program.
Old Hickory Golf Club
11921 Chanceford Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192, United States
Annual Golf Tournament
Join us for a day on the green to support youth leadership and community service. Sponsorship opportunities and foursomes now available.
More events coming soon across the country stay connected to learn more!
Developing Character and Leadership
Young Marines empowers youth to choose a lifestyle that promotes mental strength and emotional stability.
They develop leadership traits that build strength, self-discipline, a high moral code, and a clear understanding of how to lead others. These are the leadership qualities they learn and practice:
- Integrity
- Ability to motivate
- Team builder
- Ability to plan
- Good listener
- Understand how to motivate different people differently
- Good decisions
- Ability to prioritize
- Ability to envision the future
Ready to Begin the Adventure?
The Challenge that Builds Leaders and Changes Lives.