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YOUTH EMPOWER 

Promoting positive lifestyle changes to North Ayrshire’s young people to support mental health & wellbeing.

 
For more information, please contact the Active Lifestyles Team in confidence on 
01294 270796 or email activelifestyles@kaleisure.com
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What is involved?

Youth Empower, our mission is simple yet profound: to provide a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where young people can steer a path towards their fullest potential. We understand that fitness, health, and wellbeing are integral to a young person’s development, our program is designed to address these critical aspects of young lives. Youth Empower is a visionary community initiative dedicated to empowering and uplifting young individuals, we believe in the potential of every young person to thrive, irrespective of their journeys.

Teenage girl using gym equipment

What we offer?

Mentorship and Guidance

Our experienced staff are here to listen, understand, and guide young individuals through their unique challenges. They provide a compassionate ear, valuable insights, and practical advice to help navigate the health and fitness world.

Skill Development

We believe in equipping young minds with the skills they need to succeed. Through sports, health and fitness and overall wellbeing, we empower participants with a positive and supportive environment.

Community and Support

Youth Empower fosters a supportive community where individuals can connect, share their experiences, and find comfort in knowing they are not alone in their journey.

KA Leisure Gym Membership

You will receive a FREE 3-month membership which includes unlimited access to public swimming and skating, fitness suite access (upon completion of the Elevate Academy), unlimited access to adult community sport classes and discounts to both Myzone and Boditrax.

Once the 4-week programme is completed with the Active Lifestyles Team and the 3 months membership has expired. A new Youth Empower PAYG £10 Monthly membership can be set up.

Volunteer Opportunities

We offer various areas for you to get involved and start volunteering. From Active Lifestyles to Community Sport, we can place you in an area and programme which suits you. Volunteer with us to develop your skill set, network, experience the workplace, engage with the community, and build your resume.

What is the Youth Empower Elevate Academy?

The Elevate Academy is a 4-week fitness programme which will show you how to get fit, stay in shape, improve overall sports performance and have fun while you are doing it.

Week 1
Introduction to Gym Etiquette and Personal Safety. Learning how to use  Cardiovascular equipment safely and effectively and the importance of stretching before and after a workout.

Week 2
Introduction to Resistance Training. Learning how to use fixed and free weight equipment safely and effectively.

Week 3
Functional fitness circuit and recap of session 1 and 2.

Week 4
Design your personal programme and use it for your first unsupervised workout. 

After your 4 weeks you can continue to come along to our Maintenance sessions. Same time same place.

Teenagers learning about gym equipment