Where do the classes take place?

Classes are held at the San Francisco Chinatown YMCA every Saturday.

Who are the students ACE Coaches serves?

The club was founded especially to support students residing in SF Chinatown's single room occupancy hotels (SROs), serving 3rd through 5th graders.

What subjects do coaches teach?

Coaches prepare and lead lessons in English, math, science, and cultural enrichment, designed to engage students' creativity and critical thinking.

Is this just academic tutoring, or is there a cultural component?

Both. In addition to academic support, the club creates a space for young students to maintain a connection to their Chinese heritage through cultural enrichment lessons.

Academic Cultural Enrichment Coaches

Community Service/Nonprofit·Education·By Culture

ACE Coaches teaches weekly Saturday classes to 3rd through 5th grade students at the San Francisco Chinatown YMCA, with a focus on kids living in single room occupancy hotels. Members prepare and lead lessons in English, math, science, and cultural enrichment, helping students maintain a connection to their Chinese heritage while building academic skills. Coaches also participate in team socials for bonding outside of teaching.