Rites of Passage Group

Roots Groups is a rite of passage inspired program for boys and girls in middle school that focuses on developing emotional and social skills with positive mentor relationships.

Members are unplugged from their daily lives to engage in a two-year program that benefits the development of social skills, confidence, empathy, building meaning and personal connection. Members participate in activities that symbolize the journey through life by exploring the surrounding natural area, working cooperatively, expressing themselves, and discovering self interests.

• Nature Exploration: Members hike and explore natural park areas to learn in an environment that limits the distractions of the outside world.
• Personal Development: Our program channels youthful energy into learning how to work and play in a group dynamic, build meaningful friendships and receive support for life’s transitions.
• Rites of Passage: The emphasis of the program gives space for introspection and reflection of personal experience, allowing the young men to take time alone and then discuss the integration of experiences back into their daily lives.

Meeting Locations (We provide ride shares)

China Camp | Tennessee Valley | Deer Park | Sam P. Taylor Campground| Marin Headlands | Rodeo Beach | Mt. Tam State Park | Olema Campground | McNears Beach

Current Rates & Schedule

Current rates are offered to groups of at least (6) participants. Prices are subject to increase for smaller group sizes. Roots to Branches will work with families on fees by offering payment plans and discounts on an as-needed basis.

• Fees: $125 per month

Meetings are currently only offered on Saturdays. We also provide overnight rite-of-passage retreats twice per year.

Registration end on September 11th! Hurry because spots are limited to (8) participants!

If interested please contact our program director Armando at: aspataro@rootstobranches.org