According to the University of Michigan Health System, over 15 percent of American adolescents and teenagers are considered overweight. Being overweight is difficult, and losing weight can often pose an even greater challenge. Kids are often teased or ridiculed due to their weight. One option to help ease the challenge of losing weight is to attend a weight loss camp. Indiana has one program designed specifically for children and the unique challenges they face regarding weight loss.
Location
The Indy Fit Kids program offers weight loss camps to children ages 5 to 15. This day summer weight loss program is offered at several locations throughout Central Indiana. The aim of these programs is to help improve self-esteem, fitness and eating habits. In downtown Indianapolis, locations for this child-specific high-intensity weight loss boot camp are in Eagle Creek at the Family Karate Academy, in Castleton on East 75th St. and in downtown Indianapolis at City Yoga.
Benefits
The Indy Fit Kids program teaches kids proper exercise techniques and form, good nutritional choices and how to improve their mental choices. The purpose of this program is to help children achieve their individual health, nutritional and fitness goals. By participating in this program, kids are able to reach their personal fitness goals in a fun, safe and easy environment.
Program
With Indy Fit Kids, children are trained consistently throughout the week. They are led by certified and experienced trainers. The program is challenging but safe. Each program is designed specifically for your child's needs, but all programs include muscle strength, endurance, cross-training, flexibility and cardio-respiratory conditioning.
Hours
Indy Fit Kids offers several different schedules to help fit into even the busiest kid's day. During the summer, there is a one-hour program that meets three times a week for four weeks. This program meets both in the morning and in the middle of the day.
Cost
As of 2010, the Indy Fit Kids summer boot camp is $75 per person per child. This includes 12 sessions. In addition to the summer fitness camp, Indy Fit Kids also offers a year-round in-home training package. These packages start at $60 for a one-hour session.
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