Shapedown

Weight Management for Kids

Shapedown is a family-oriented weight management program for kids ages 6 through 12 taught by a registered dietitian. The program is 10 weeks long, meeting for two hours on Saturdays, emphasizing to the children and their parents the importance of proper nutrition and daily activity.

Focusing on lifestyle changes and not a quick fix, the children are taught ways to make better choices without being put on a diet. A special exercise class, Kids Zone, has been designed for this age group. Parents are encouraged to reinforce at home the skills taught in class.

Parents are required to attend the nutritional component of Shapedown. If they desire, they can join the gym for the 10-week period at a special rate. Children in the program can attend Kids Zone up to four times a week, free of charge.

Shapedown is offered only at Memorial Hospital West Fitness Center in Pembroke Pines. Class size is limited and preregistration is required.

• Kids Zone
• Kids in Training
• Shapedown