Beyond the Game Health presents the California Classic Health Flag Football Camp, a groundbreaking 3-hour interactive youth camp where elite athletic training meets critical heart health and mental wellness education.
NFL legend Jeff Garcia will lead youth participants through professional-level skill drills and mentorship while integrating life-saving education on Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) awareness, CPR/AED training with local EMS students, and athlete-led discussions on mental health resilience.
This isn't just another football camp. Beyond the Game Health founder Shamekka Marty has created a comprehensive experience that equips young athletes with both athletic skills and the knowledge to save lives—their own and others'.
WHO:
Featured Athletes/Instructors:
- Jeff Garcia – NFL Legend and former San Francisco 49ers quarterback
- Shamekka Marty – Founder of Beyond the Game Health
Participants:
- Youth athletes ages 8-18
- Local EMS students (CPR/AED demonstration partners)
- Parents and community members
WHEN:
Friday, January 31, 2026
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Pioneer High School
San Jose, CA
Camp Duration: 3 hours
WHERE:
Pioneer High School
San Jose, California
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the leading cause of death in student athletes, yet many young people and their families lack awareness of warning signs and life-saving interventions. The California Classic Health Flag Football Camp bridges this critical gap by:
- Providing NFL-caliber athletic training and mentorship
- Teaching hands-on CPR and AED skills that can save lives
- Addressing mental health challenges facing young athletes
- Creating a community experience with live DJ, food trucks, health fair, and resource booths
Beyond the Game Health is pioneering a new model of youth sports programming — one that empowers communities through sports, health education, and advocacy. With SCA claiming young lives across the country, this event offers timely, actionable education wrapped in an engaging athletic experience.
COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
- Live DJ
- Food trucks
- Health fair
- Resource booths
About Beyond the Game Health: Beyond the Game Health empowers communities through sports, health, and advocacy, addressing critical health education gaps while celebrating athletic excellence. www.beyondthegamehealth.com
