An Innovative Family
Program for Youth
with Weight Challenges


Testimonials




 

Our program’s objective is to raise self-esteem, build stamina, and give youth & teens the kind of life skills support they need to take part in sports and other extra - curricular activities. Through our rigorous customized fitness program, kids gain muscular strength which then leads to weight loss.

 

Information sharing and exchanges in our nutrition sessions encourage MobilizeYouth to begin the process of changing the way they approach food.

 

 

 

 

Anna Writes… Mobilize Youth is a great program!! !!

When Adrian first began the program we thought it would have been more of a challenge for us to have him attend the program 3 days a week and to keep him committed.

Adrian is happy to work out 3 days a week and meet with the coaches and his new friends that he has met in the program.

The program has encouraged Adrian to become more active on a daily basis and it has given him the opportunity to join the school sport teams this year. We are all proud of his weight loss and his commitment to the program.


Anita L. writes... Dina, I truly with to thank you and your entire team for all of their help and support.  We are noticing that Karina has more energy and she has actually gone out bike riding with her friends a few times.  I need to get myself on track and have her write down her daily food diary and I need to complete the menu planning.  I must say we are eating much healthier at home and Karina (and the rest of the family) is having smaller portions.  My biggest concern for me is her lunches (prepared by the school) and if she is getting treats/snacks at her friend’s house or buying them with her own money on the way home from school.  (Karina joined in September '06 )

 

Sharon & Hailey (12)M... From our first meeting with Dina Lieberman, founder of MobilizeYouth, my 11 year-old daughter Hailey and I knew that we were on the road to positive change! Working with a peer group that shares the same weight challenges as well as participating in discussions on healthy eating and balanced nutrition have really made the difference in our day to day lives.

 

Melanie B. writes...Dina, I was so grateful to your summer program this year.  Faithe (10) worked so hard on both her nutrition and her many exercise and weight lifting sessions.  As it turned out, Faithe lost the most weight in your summer program a total of 6 lbs and 6 inches!  This made such a difference to her self confidence, and how she looked at herself.  Faithe also really enjoyed the Tuesday and Thursday "make your own lunch" as she loves to cook.  It was also quite amazing that Faithe also taught you a few things about the kitchen, such as how to properly cut an avocado! 

 

 

 

Kathy T.  writes... in January when her son first  joined…..  MobilizeYouth is an amazing program and great for kids because it helps them feel better about themselves. It encourages them to be active and keep on moving in order to stay healthy and fit. Keeping the classes smaller allows kids to get individualized attention. The instructors are amazing and very encouraging and make them feel really good about themselves.

One of the nice parts is that it is certainly not competitive, unlike most other sports programs. Best of all we get to learn how to use the machines properly and safely. Most fitness facilities won’t allow 11 and 12 year old to do this. It is also an amazing bonus that parents get to use the facilities as well – what more could you ask for? Weekly access to a nutritionist is also great because getting fit is not only about being active but also learning to eat right and make proper food choices.

 

 

And then writes as one of our first Alumni… Hi Dina, Hope you're doing well! We're all great and Daniel is doing amazing. We decided to join a gym as a family where it was convenient for all of us. We've all been going at least twice a week and they let Daniel work out as long as Allan or I are there with him. Thanks to your wonderful program Daniel knows how to use the machines properly. He is also much more active in school sports now, especially baseball and soccer and of course he's still involved with swimming. He is also definitely making better eating choices and is now much more aware of what's not healthy.  He looks amazing and he is really tall! Congratulations on the women's program - it's a great idea! (Daniel and his mother attended the program from January to May….)

 

 

Luisa R. writes… We are so happy with this new MobilizeYouth Program that you have put so much hard work and dedication to get started. Our son Joseph (13) is enjoying it tremendously and is showing initiative in taking control of his own decisions when it comes to eating and exercise. The sessions with the trainers and the personal attention to the type of activities he should do has helped in keeping him motivated both at the session and also at home as they are required to keep up with their activities throughout the week. The Nutritionist has been wonderful in working with us, the parents and also with Joseph.  She has provided us with guidance in what he should be eating and the type of choices we should be helping him make. Her suggestions and information have been very helpful to us.

Again, I personally want to thank you for your dedication and tremendous efforts in this program. We greatly appreciate it. Your enthusiasm and warmth shows at all times and I know that Joseph feels comfortable and respected when he come to the program. I also would like to thank the Trainers for the great work in keeping these kids motivated during the sessions and to get across the importance of continuous exercise at all times.

 

 

Elysa Greisman writes… My son is enjoying the program and has learned a lot. His attitude and behaviour towards food and exercise have changed dramatically. He is more confident, self- assured and happy. Our family life has changed as a result of participating in the program. We eat better, exercise more and together have discussions about making good and informed choices, not just relating to food but to life choices. The staff who work with the children are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful and truly inspire the kids. (Alumni: Elad is back weekends on our maintenance program)

 

January 25, 2006 – 6th Session

The following are some of Daniel's & my thoughts about the program. Mobilize Youth is an amazing program and great for kids because it helps them feel better about themselves. It encourages them to be active and keep on moving in order to stay healthy and fit. Keeping the classes smaller allows the kids to get individualized attention.  The instructors are amazing and very encouraging and make them feel really good about themselves. One of the nice parts is that it is certainly not competitive, unlike most other sports programs. Best of all we get to learn how to use the machines properly and safely. Most fitness facilities won't allow 11 and 12 year olds to do this. It is also an amazing bonus that parents get to use the facilities as well - what more could you ask for? Weekly access to a nutritionist is also great because getting fit is not only about being active but also learning to eat right and make proper food choices. 

Kathy and Daniel
(Mom and son, aged 12 years)

 

 

February 5, 2006 – 4th Session

We are so happy with this new Mobilize Youth Program that you have put so much hard work and dedication to get started.  Our son Joseph is enjoying it tremendously and is showing initiative in taking control of his own decisions when it comes to eating and exercise.  The sessions with the trainers and the personal attention to the type of activities he should do has helped in keeping him motivated both at the session and also at home as they are required to keep up with their activities through out the week.  The Nutritionist has been wonderful in working with us, the parents and also with Joseph .  She has provided us with guidance in what he should should be eating and the type of choice we should be helping him  make.  Her suggestions and information has been very helpful to us.

Again, I personally want to thank you for your dedication and tremendous efforts in this program.  We greatly appreciate it. Your enthusiasm and warmth shows at all times and I know that Joseph feels comfortable and respected when he comes to the program. I also would like to thank the Trainers for the great work in keeping these kids motivated during the sessions and to get across the importance of continuous exercise at all times.

Luisa R

 

 

March 3, 2006 – 7th Session

‘My son is really enjoying the program and has learned a lot. His attitudes and behaviours towards food and exercise have changed dramatically. He is more confident, self assured and happy. Our family life has changed as a result of participating in the program. We eat better, exercise more and together and have discussions about making good and informed choices, not just relating to food but to life choices. The staff who work with the children are friendly, knowledgeable and helpful and truly inspire the kids.’

Elysa (son Elad, aged 12 yrs.)

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