3X National Champions
ZION HAWAIʻI EXPERIENCE
FOOTBALL • CULTURE • SERVICE • LEADERSHIP
HAWAIʻI | FEBRUARY 2027
$2,499 ALL-INCLUSIVE
Experience Hawaiʻi through football, culture, service, and leadership. The Zion Hawaiʻi Experience brings together competition, cultural exploration, community service, and personal growth in an unforgettable Pacific experience.
Participants will have the opportunity to compete at the national level, experience Polynesian culture, serve local families, and develop the character and leadership skills that extend far beyond the football field.
EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS
NATIONAL FOOTBALL COMPETITION
Represent Utah as part of the All-State Utah Team
Compete on the national level
Competitive football tournament
Football coaching and player development
Learn from and compete alongside athletes from different communities
Build confidence, discipline, teamwork, and football IQ
POLYNESIAN CULTURAL EXPERIENCE
Polynesian Cultural Center
Explore Polynesian cultures, traditions, music, food, and storytelling
Hawaiian cultural experiences
Learn about the history and traditions of the Pacific
Connect with the diverse cultures that make Hawaiʻi unique
SERVICE & LEADERSHIP
Participate in meaningful service opportunities
Serve local families and community members
Give back through hands-on service
Develop leadership through action and responsibility
Learn the importance of serving others and strengthening communities
HAWAIʻI EXPERIENCE
Explore the islands and experience Hawaiʻi beyond the traditional tourist experience
Visit significant cultural and historical places
Experience the natural beauty of Hawaiʻi
Build lasting friendships and memories
Grow through hands-on, international experiential learning
WHAT'S INCLUDED
$2,499 PER PARTICIPANT
All transportation associated with the Zion Experience
Accommodations
Scheduled meals
National football tournament participation
Football coaching and development
Polynesian Cultural Center experience
Cultural and educational experiences
Community service opportunities
Scheduled sightseeing and activities
Official Zion Jersey
Official Zion Swag
All scheduled admissions and experiences
Zion staff supervision
NOT INCLUDED
Souvenirs or personal spending money
Personal football equipment
Optional purchases outside the scheduled experience
THE ZION EXPERIENCE
PLAY. LEARN. SERVE. LEAD.
The Zion Hawaiʻi Experience is designed to help young athletes see beyond the game. Through national competition, cultural immersion, service, and experiential learning, participants develop the confidence, perspective, relationships, and leadership skills to prepare for what comes next.
Your game can take you places. Your character determines what you do when you get there.
ZION SOUTHWEST EXPERIENCE
December 16–22, 2026
Arizona • Nevada • Southern Utah • California
FOOTBALL • COLLEGE • CAREER • ADVENTURE
JOIN A CHAMPIONSHIP LEGACY
🏆 3 National Championships
340+ Zion Football Alumni
🎓 Alumni across the nation, including players who have continued at BYU, Michigan, Penn State, and other top college programs
Now, you have the opportunity to become part of the Zion Football legacy.
2026 SOUTHWEST EXPERIENCE
7 DAYS • 3 STATES • 1 LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE
$949 PER ATHLETE
ALL-INCLUSIVE OPTION
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
🏈 Youth Football Championship: Bullhead City, Arizona
🌊 Lake Havasu: Team experience and recreation
🎓 UNLV: College exploration
🎓 Utah Tech University: College exploration
🎓 Southern Utah University: College exploration
🔧 Technical Education Experience: Career and workforce exploration
🏞️ National Parks: Outdoor education and adventure
MORE THAN FOOTBALL
Zion Football uses football as the vehicle for a bigger experience:
• Compete at a high level
• Explore colleges
• Discover career pathways
• Develop leadership skills
• Travel and experience new places
• Build relationships
• Represent the Zion Football legacy
Football is the vehicle. The destination is bigger.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
$949 PER ATHLETE
✓ Tournament registration
✓ Lodging
✓ Transportation
✓ Meals during the official itinerary
✓ College experiences
✓ Career exploration
✓ Zion National Park experience
✓ Zion Football jersey
✓ Zion windbreaker
✓ Zion polo
✓ Zion swag and program materials
Players are responsible for:
Required $15 Tournament Verification Fee
Their own football equipment: Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Girdle, Knee Pads, Cleats, Pants, Belt, Mouthguard, extra Helmet Screws, socks, etc.
YOUR ZION JOURNEY
The Southwest Experience is 1 of 3 upcoming signature Zion Experiences.
SOUTHWEST EXPERIENCE
Arizona • Nevada • Southern Utah
HAWAII EXPERIENCE
Football • Culture • College • Career
TONGA EXPERIENCE
Football • Culture • Leadership • Service
COMPLETE 3 EXPERIENCES
💎 CHANCE TO EARN DIAMOND MEDALLION STATUS
Participants who complete 3+ qualifying Zion Experiences have a chance to earn DIAMOND Medallion Status and a potential Zion Alumni Scholarship.
Scholarships are not guaranteed.
READY TO JOIN ZION?
Your journey starts with the Southwest Experience.
JOIN → EARN → EXPERIENCE → GROW → ACHIEVE
Complete your MyZion Account and join today!
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
AGE GROUPS
14U • 13U • 12U • 11U • 10U • 9U • 8U
Age cutoff date: July 1, 2026
For age classification purposes, an athlete's age is determined as of July 1, 2026.
For example, an athlete who is 14 on July 1 but turns 15 on July 4, 2026, still qualifies for the 14U division.
TEAM FORMATION
Team participation is contingent upon sufficient enrollment in each age division.
A minimum of 25registered athletes is required to field a Zion team in an age division for a Zion Experience. If an age division does not reach the minimum enrollment required to field a team, athletes registered through the MyZion portal will have two options:
1. PLAY UP: The athlete may participate with the next available Zion age division, subject to team availability and Zion Foundation approval.
Example: If Zion does not have enough registered athletes to field a 13U team, a 13U athlete may play up with the 14U team, if available and approved.
2. FUTURE ZION EXPERIENCE CREDIT: The athlete may apply their eligible registration payment as a credit toward a future Zion Experience, subject to the applicable requirements, availability, dates, and pricing.
Example: If Zion does not have enough registered athletes to field an 11U team, an 11U athlete may use the eligible payment as a credit toward a future Zion Experience. This may include the next experience, or the following year as 12U.
PARTICIPATION & SCHOLARSHIP NOTICE
Zion Foundation reserves the right to make final determinations regarding age classification, team formation, placement, and participation.
Playing time, preferred experience selection, team placement, scholarship awards, and other opportunities are not guaranteed.
Completion of 3+ qualifying Zion Experiences provides a chance to earn DIAMOND Medallion Status and a potential Zion Alumni Scholarship. A scholarship is not guaranteed.
By registering, families acknowledge and agree that team formation is dependent upon minimum enrollment and that registration does not guarantee that a team will be fielded in the selected age division.
ZION SOUTHWEST EXPERIENCE
FOOTBALL • COLLEGE • CAREER • ADVENTURE
December 16–22, 2026
Arizona • Nevada • Southern Utah
JOIN A CHAMPIONSHIP LEGACY
🏆 3 National Championships
👥 340+ Zion Football Alumni
🎓 Alumni across the nation, including players who have continued at BYU, Michigan, Penn State, and other top college programs
Now, you have the opportunity to become part of the Zion Football legacy.
2026 SOUTHWEST EXPERIENCE
7 DAYS • 3 STATES • 1 UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE
$449 PER ATHLETE
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
🏈 Youth Football Championship
Bullhead City, Arizona
🎓 UNLV
College campus experience
🏫 Utah Tech University
College exploration
🏫 Southern Utah University
College exploration
🔧 Technical Education Experience
Career and workforce exploration
MORE THAN FOOTBALL
Zion Football uses football as the vehicle for a bigger experience.
• Compete at a high level
• Explore colleges
• Discover career pathways
• Develop leadership skills
• Experience new places
• Build relationships
• Represent the Zion Football legacy
Football is the vehicle. The destination is bigger.
FAMILY TRAVEL OPTION
EXPERIENCE ZION. TRAVEL TOGETHER.
The Family Travel Option allows athletes to participate in the official Zion Southwest Experience while traveling with their own family.
Families are responsible for arranging their own:
• Transportation to and between destinations
• Lodging
• Meals outside of official Zion activities
• Personal expenses
This option allows families to choose the transportation, hotels, restaurants, and activities that best fit their needs while still participating in the official Zion football, college, career, and adventure experiences.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
$449 PER ATHLETE
✓ Team Tournament registration
✓ Tournament participation fees
✓ Tournament Participant liability insurance
✓ Official Zion Football jersey
✓ Official Zion Swag
✓ College campus experiences
✓ Career exploration experiences
✓ Organized Zion program activities
✓ Program materials
Players are responsible for required football equipment and $15 Certification Fee.
NOT INCLUDED
✗ Personal Medical Insurance
✗ Transportation
✗ Lodging
✗ Meals
✗ Personal expenses
✗ $15 Tournament Certification & Liability Release
✗ Required football equipment
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION
AGE GROUPS
14U • 13U • 12U • 11U • 10U • 9U • 8U
Age cutoff date: July 1, 2026
For age classification purposes, an athlete's age is determined as of July 1, 2026. For example, an athlete who is 14 on July 1 but turns 15 on July 4, 2026, still qualifies for the 14U division.
TEAM FORMATION
Team participation is contingent upon sufficient enrollment in each age division.
A minimum of 25 registered athletes is required to field a Zion team in an age division for a Zion Experience.
If an age division does not reach the minimum enrollment required to field a team, athletes registered through the MyZion portal will have two options:
1. PLAY UP
The athlete may participate with the next available Zion age division, subject to team availability and Zion Foundation approval.
2. FUTURE ZION EXPERIENCE CREDIT
The athlete may apply their eligible registration payment as a credit toward a future Zion Experience, subject to the applicable requirements, availability, dates, and pricing.
For example, if Zion does not have enough registered athletes to field a 13U team, a 13U athlete may either play up with the 14U team, if available and approved, or use the eligible payment as a credit toward a future Zion Experience.
Zion Foundation reserves the right to make final determinations regarding age classification, team formation, placement, and participation.
YOUR ZION JOURNEY
The Southwest Experience is 1 of 3 signature Zion experiences.
SOUTHWEST EXPERIENCE
Arizona • Nevada • Southern Utah
HAWAII EXPERIENCE
Football • Culture • College • Career
TONGA EXPERIENCE
Football • Culture • Leadership • Service
COMPLETE 3 EXPERIENCES
💎 CHANCE TO EARN DIAMOND MEDALLION STATUS
Participants who complete three qualifying Zion experiences have a chance to earn DIAMOND Medallion Status and a potential Zion scholarship.
Scholarships are not guaranteed.
PARTICIPATION & SCHOLARSHIP NOTICE
Playing time, preferred experience selection, team placement, scholarship awards, and other opportunities are not guaranteed.
Completion of three qualifying Zion Experiences provides a chance to earn DIAMOND Medallion Status and a potential Zion scholarship. A scholarship is not guaranteed.
By registering, families acknowledge and agree that team formation is dependent upon minimum enrollment and that registration does not guarantee that a team will be fielded in the selected age division.
READY TO JOIN ZION?
Your journey starts with the Southwest Experience.
JOIN → EARN → EXPERIENCE → GROW → ACHIEVE
Complete your MyZion profile and apply today.