
The Sports & Fitness Academy focuses on improving physical well-being and fostering positive peer and adult relationships. Participants learn conflict resolution skills and leadership development. Each year the program serves students through a variety of beginner, intermediate, and advanced sports teams. The teams participate in weekly training and competitive games and run on seasonal schedules. Breakthrough promotes healthy living by providing healthy snacks to participants and affordable membership to a fully-equipped fitness center.
607
athletes served
85%
of youth reported supportive relationships with adults
79%
demonstrated positive, prosocial behaviors
August 22, 2023
In a safe and fun environment, youth are developing their biking, swimming, and running skills for the Life Time Kids Triathlon.
Improving physical well-being and fostering peer and adult relationships with sports and fitness offerings
AgesAges 6-18ContactDeAngelo JohnsonEmaild.johnson@breakthrough.orgPhone(872) 444-8236
Send a check made payable to Breakthrough Urban Ministries to:
Breakthrough Urban Ministries
P.O. Box 47200
Chicago, IL 60647
Apply in person at the Breakthrough FamilyPlex