Youth Fitness (for girls & boys!)
According to the American Obesity Association, more than 30% of United States children, youths, and adolescents are currently overweight or obese. In 2007 among NC children ages 10 to 17, 20 percent were overweight and 14 percent were obese (totaling 34%, higher than the national average.)
North Carolina percentages are the 5th highest in the nation in childhood obesity. This high rating may be attributed to physical inactivity and unhealthy eating habits among youth in the state.
The America Obesity Association also reports that the childhood overweight concern is the most common nutritional disorder affecting U.S. children and adolescents and one of the most prevalent problems seen by pediatricians.
Julie Sawyer, Owner of Tuff Girl Bootcamps and Fitness Director at The Palisades Country Club, is certified as a Youth Fitness Specialist and is working with The International Youth Conditioning Association (IYCA) to provide solutions for local children and parents to help curb the rise of this national trend.
Offered: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 4 PM to 5 PM Tues/Thurs for 4 to 6 year-olds
5 PM to 6 PM Tues/Thurs for 7 to 11 year-olds
7 PM to 8 PM Tues/Thurs for 12 to 18 year-olds
Price:
Usually $125/month; $110 per month for those who enroll in February.
There will be a referral rewards program to decrease your monthly cost! Receive $10/month off for each child/friend you refer who enrolls in the program! Non-members are welcome
*Minimum must be enrolled for class to start
Also offering discounts for siblings and locked-in low rates for monthly auto-renewal.
Youth Fitness will be run at The Palisades Sports Complex
13704 Grand Palisades Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28278
Contact Julie Sawyer to enroll or for more information at 803-984-0714.
