The Alaska Military Youth Academy's ChalleNGe Program is designed to meet the life coping skills and educational needs of 16 to 18 year old Alaskans.  The Youth ChalleNGe program is a 22-week residential school based on the traditional military training model.

Cadets are instructed in the following areas: Life Coping Skills, Academic Excellence, Job Skills, Responsible Citizenship, Leadership/Followership, Health & Hygiene, Physical Fitness, and Service to the Community. In addition to these skills, cadets work toward the completion of a GED or High School Diploma. 

AMYA is a certified Archery in the Schools site and a national partner with the Boys and Girls Club of America.