Small Steps, Big Changes Grades 5-8
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In response to the increase in the number of children and adolescents struggling with weight and fitness related issues, the YMCA is offering Small Steps, Big Changes -- a dynamic interactive program geared toward making changes for a healthier lifestyle. Participants and their parents will meet with a multidimensional professional team which includes physical trainers, family counselors, and nutritionists. The program will run for 10–12 weeks at the YMCA. Each week will include two one-hour sessions of fun and exciting physical fitness activities with trainers for the participants.
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Each session will include:
Noncompetitive physical activity
Gradual increase of fitness levels
Individual exercise programs
One session for participants and parents split between family and nutrition counseling |
These sessions will focus on:
Self analysis
Changing lifestyle as a family unit
Strategies for making healthy choices
Nutrition education |
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| Includes program, materials, counseling, training, and family membership to YMCA for program duration. Financial assistance is available. Registration and Contact Information All participants must have a completed physician referral form.
To link to a video response to some of our most frequently asked questions, click on the question below: What type of activities will my child be doing? What fees are associated with this program? | ||
