Whole Health Approach
Camp Jump Start Training for Life is a healthy lifestyle program for all stages in life. We address and transform the whole health of every participant—physically, emotionally and socially—bringing improved health, happiness and hope for a better life with the skills to continue success long term.
Founded by a Registered Nurse
Camp Jump Start weight loss camp for teens was founded in 2003 by registered nurse Jean Huelsing and
her family. This camp revolutionized
weight loss camps for kids with health professional designed programs. These programs are now offered as online training clubs in order to meet the needs of busy people in their home.
Proven Success
Success of the children and families through Camp Jump Start weight loss camp for teens is well documented in consumer magazines and scientific articles, recognized by letters of support from institutions such as the National Institutes of Health and Washington University School of Medicine.
Our experience shows what a difference a summer can make!
Why Camp Jump Start Training Camp
- We got our start as a residential weight loss summer camp helping 200 kids in a summer. Now we are able to reach so many more through online programming.
Our approach addresses and transforms the whole health of every participant. It has always been needed year-round and now we can offer that help when you are ready.- Physically – weight loss; physical fitness, strength and endurance
- Emotionally/Mentally – higher self-esteem, self-confidence and belief in self
- Socially – opportunities to gather in groups of like-minded participants both
in-person and online to learn and discuss life events and experiences
- Our kids and families are successful. To date, participants have achieved weight loss and are taking control back over their health which they never thought possible*.
- In-person summer camp tuition was fair, honest and as affordable as possible but it was not cheap. As a not-for-profit we are driven to help as many kids and families as possible. This is why virtual Camp Jump Start Training for Life clubs have been made available. We hope to serve all of those who would not have been able to make it to an in-person camp.
*Results may vary from camper to camper.
WHAT KIDS SAY ABOUT IN-PERSON CAMP JUMP START
To me camp means a second chance at life. The friends I’ve made here have saved my life. I wouldn’t trade the experiences I have gotten here for anything. This place is my safe place; I can be my true self here and have no fear of judgment. What happens here inspires me every day to be thankful for the hard-working people in this world. Thank you for giving me my life back.