About Us!
Run for Fun’s mission is to provide creative and engaging play for all youth by getting kids active in an inclusive community centered around outdoor fun!
Run for Fun Camps was founded in 2010 with the goal of offering kids engaging activities through movement and play. We offer a variety of programs to the community, including After School Programs, Summer Day & Overnight Camps, Holiday Camps and Parties. Our team is highly motivated and loves working with youth. Every child deserves the opportunity to play, and we encourage you to reach out about scholarships or financial aid. Run for Fun has many members to our team that make our programs tick. Below, find out more about our staff.
Meet the Leadership Team
Coach Alex – Enthusiast of Musicals, Director of After School Programs
Alex is a native of San Jose and has always been proud to call the South Bay home, despite leaving for four years to attend “The“ Arizona State University. Being a part of a team playing sports, and having fun while doing it is something that has always excited and rewarded Alex throughout his life.
As the After School Director at Run For Fun, Alex sees an opportunity with everyone from students to coaches to instill this same passion for teamwork, sportsmanship and personal growth that gets him excited to go to work every day.
When he is not working, you can find Alex on a local disc golf course, running a local trail or rooting on the 49ers, Warriors or Sun Devils to victory. Alex is eager to make Run For Fun the best experience for everyone and looks forward to meeting you all out on the field after school.
Coach Maddie – Craft Queen and Summer Camp Director
Maddie has been working with Run for Fun since high school, starting as an after school coach and camp counselor and now is on her 3rd Summer as a camp director. Most days you can find her at the arts and crafts table where she loves connecting with campers while teaching them how to make friendship bracelets. One of her favorite activities at camp is taking the campers on hikes and sharing the joy of nature with them. When not at camp, Maddie tries to get outside as much as possible through climbing, biking and camping trips in her camper van.
Coach Dave – Semi-Professional Capture the Flag Player, Director of Summer Camps – Founder
Dave grew up in Los Altos, where he’s always loved to play sports! He spent much of his free time playing basketball and tennis. Dave loved summer more than any other time of year because he got to attend a variety of camps. It was during these years that Dave learned why camp is so important! You get to spend time with friends, play, and spend time in beautiful settings. Many of Dave’s camp friends are still close friends today. Dave is married to his wife Emily, who is an Elementary School teacher in Los Altos, and they have a 5 year old son Jackson and 1 year old son Rusty. He loves playing games with kids and having the chance to connect with each camper!
Dave is an Assistant Coach for the Los Altos High School Track & Field team. Dave enjoyed time as a former Division1 student-athlete at Boston University. Also, he has held various leadership roles in Camping Services.