WELCOME TO ARDEN
Arden is a yearlong personal growth membership for young people ages 9–14.
A community to inspire, equip, and connect young people as they discover who they are and what they're capable of.
Thursday evenings | Monthly in-person gatherings + weekly live online sessions
WHAT WE EXPLORE
Know Yourself
Discover your strengths, values, interests, and what matters to you.
Grow Yourself
Build confidence, practice resilience, find your voice, and learn to navigate challenges.
Connect with Others
Develop meaningful connections, listen to different perspectives, and learn how to show up for yourself and others.
Take Action
Set intentions, experiment with ideas, try new things, and turn what matters to you into action.
WHAT MEMBERSHIP LOOKS LIKE
Monthly in-person gatherings
Kick off each new month with fun activities, shared experiences, big conversations, and opportunities to set intentions and goals.
Weekly online gatherings
Live, interactive sessions built around big questions, meaningful conversations, creative challenges, and opportunities to learn from one another.
Small, age-based communities
Connect with peers at a similar stage of growing up in a welcoming space where everyone's voice matters.
Near-Peer Mentorship
Connect with high school teen leaders who share their experiences, offer encouragement, and serve as positive role models.
Ideas that leave the screen
Put new insights into practice through small challenges, personal experiments, and actions in everyday life.
WHAT WILL YOUR CHILD GAIN?
Confidence → “I can figure this out.”
Independence → “I can make decisions for myself.”
Initiative → “I can turn an idea into action.”
Self-Awareness → “I know who I am and what matters to me.”
Resilience → “I can navigate challenges and keep going.”
Connection → “I can be myself, learn from others, and find my place.”
Not just more skills. A stronger sense of self.
ARDEN MEMBERSHIP
A year of growing together.
$1,788 / year
Equivalent to $149/month, billed annually from your enrollment date.
YOUR MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:
Monthly In-Person Gatherings – Shared experiences, big conversations, and activities. Set intentions and goals for the month ahead.
Weekly Live Online Small-Group Sessions – Explore big questions, share progress, and encourage one another around each month's focus.
Real-World Challenges – Put new ideas into practice, try new things, and take meaningful action.
Near-Peer Mentorship – Connect with high school teen leaders who share their experiences, offer encouragement, and serve as positive role models.
Tools & Resources for Families – Ideas and resources to support growth beyond Arden.
Parent Community – Connect with other parents and share in the journey.
Arden is a yearlong membership with weekly online gatherings and monthly in-person experiences throughout the school year, with a summer break.
NOT READY FOR A FULL YEAR?
$399 for 3 months
Get to know the community, experience Arden, and see if it's the right fit. No long-term commitment required.
IS IT A GOOD FIT?
Your young person might be a great fit for Arden if they…
Could use more space to explore their own ideas.
Are figuring out who they are, what matters to them, and where they fit.
Are learning to trust their own judgment and make decisions for themselves.
Are curious about the world and open to trying something new.
Have ideas, interests, or questions they'd love to explore with others.
They don't have to think of themselves as a leader. They just need a little curiosity and a willingness to show up, explore, and grow.
WHAT PARENTS CAN EXPECT
Arden is designed for young people—but the goal is to make parenting a little easier too.
You'll receive simple Field Notes as part of your membership so you know what your child is exploring and have ideas for continuing the conversation at home.
Common Questions
Who can apply?
Applications are open to young people ages 9–14. Arden welcomes new members on a rolling basis, with cohorts organized by age (typically 9–11 and 12–14). Space is limited. Once a cohort is full, families may join the waitlist.
When and where does Arden meet?
Arden meets on Thursdays throughout the school year both in person and online:
Monthly in-person gatherings: 6:30–8:00 p.m at Arlington Community Church held on the first Thursday of every month.
Weekly online sessions the rest of the month:
Ages 9–11: 6:30–7:15 p.m.
Ages 12–14: 7:30–8:15 p.m.
Who facilitates Arden?
Arden is led by founder Lauren Quinn, alongside a team of high school teen leaders. Together, they create a welcoming, engaging environment where young people feel comfortable sharing ideas, asking questions, trying new things, and learning from one another.
Teen leaders bring their own experiences and perspectives, serving as near-peer mentors and role models for younger members.
Is Arden just another class?
Not at all. Most classes are designed to teach a curriculum. Arden is designed to inspire young people, equip them to navigate life, and connect them with others.
Each month begins with an in-person gathering where young people explore new ideas, set intentions, and identify personal goals. Weekly online sessions build on that experience through big questions, meaningful conversations, and opportunities to share progress and encourage one another.
Young people also take on small, meaningful challenges in everyday life. They experiment, reflect, share what they're learning, and encourage one another along the way. The goal isn't to cover content or memorize the right answers. It's to help young people turn new ideas into real-life growth.
My young person already has a lot going on. Why add something else?
Arden isn't about adding more pressure, homework, or another place to perform. It's a space to slow down, think for themselves, connect with others, and explore what matters to them.
The goal isn't to give them more to accomplish. It's to help them grow in ways that support the rest of their lives — from friendships and school to the choices they make for themselves.
What if my young person isn't sure they want to join?
That's understandable. Trying something new can feel uncertain, especially when you're not sure what to expect. Arden is designed to be welcoming, interactive, and engaging. Young people don't need to arrive with big ideas, lots of confidence, or a desire to lead. They can come as they are, get to know the group, and discover what interests them along the way.
Families can also start with a three-month introductory membership at a reduced rate. It's an opportunity for your young person to experience the community, build connections, and see whether Arden feels like the right fit before deciding whether to continue.