Youth Movement (YOMO)

.At East Coast Athlete, we believe that exercise and movement are essential for youth development. Backed by current research and recommendations from leading health and fitness organizations, we know that regular physical activity plays a critical role in fostering physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing in young people.

The Youth Movement Program (YOMO) is designed for youth who meet specific entry requirements. Eligible participants must already be engaged in regular sports or physical activities, be part of a social or sports team, or participate in a structured development program.

The Reality of Youth Activity Levels

Current statistics highlight the urgent need for programs like YOMO:

• Global guidelines recommend children and adolescents engage in at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity daily, yet most fail to meet this benchmark.
• Data from the Australian Sports Commission’s Ausplay study shows that:
  • Half of children aged 0–14 are active only once per week outside of school.
  • Only 11% of children are active at least four times per week.
• Nine out of ten adolescents (12–17 years old) fail to meet the Australian Physical Activity Guidelines.
• The National Health Survey revealed that nearly 25% of children aged 5–17 years were overweight or obese in 2017–18.

What is the Youth Movement Program?

The YOMO Program is built for youth who are ready to move, grow, and excel. Designed for two age groups—12–14 years old and 15–18 years old—the program offers a strong foundation for success in ground-based and field-based sports. Our goal is to develop the future champions of tomorrow by focusing on movement and long-term athletic development.

Key Features of the YOMO Program:

• Movement-Based Skills and Competencies
  We focus on strength, movement, balance, and flexibility through a step-by-step approach tailored to adolescents.

• Progression Focused on Movement, Not Weights
  Progression through the program is based on movement capabilities and control, not lifting heavy weights. External resistance (e.g., barbells, dumbbells) is only introduced after participants demonstrate full control over their own body movements.

• Structured 3-Phase Program
  This phased approach ensures each youth athlete builds a strong foundation for lifelong fitness, athletic performance, and movement capabilities.

• Small Group Training Environment
  Sessions are conducted in small groups (max 10 participants) to ensure quality supervision and support from Accredited Exercise Physiologists and nationally accredited strength coaches.

Why YOMO?

• Build Strength and Movement Confidence
  Develop essential skills for physical and mental development, setting the stage for future success in sports and daily life.

• Foster Lifelong Healthy Habits
  Establish exercise capabilities and habits that promote health and performance for life.

• Develop Holistically
  Focus on improving physical strength, balance, flexibility, and mental resilience in a supportive and structured environment.

Program Options

• Online-Only Program
  Perfect for those who prefer flexibility and self-guided sessions.

• Small Group Training (Bookings Required)
  Engage in structured sessions with personalized support. Minimum term applies, with a maximum of 10 participants per group to ensure quality coaching.

Start Moving Today!

The YOMO Program is the first step in helping youth build a solid foundation for athletic development, fitness, and lifelong movement.

 We believe exercise and movement are crucial to youth development. In fact, we know this through current studies, literature, and recommendations from numerous peak and governing bodies related to health, exercise, and well-being.