I'm fundraising in support of Duke's Healthy Lifestyle's Bull City Fit. 

About Us – Bull City Fit

Bull City Fit, powered by Duke Children’s Healthy Lifestyles Clinic in partnership with Durham Parks & Recreation, is more than a fitness program—it’s a proven, evidence-based solution to childhood obesity. We deliver Intensive Health Behavior and Lifestyle Treatment (IHBLT), the gold standard recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, through a unique clinic–community partnership that makes healthy living more accessible.

Help Bull City Fit Empower Teens Through Kickboxing

Teens want activities that are social, high-energy, and confidence-building. Kickboxing checks all those boxes—it’s fun, rigorous, and helps kids feel strong in a safe, supportive environment.

Our Goal

To launch teen-focused kickboxing sessions at Edison Johnson Recreation Center, we need:

• 10 to 15 free-standing kickboxing bags
• 65 to 100 pairs of boxing gloves

To meet this goal, we need about $10,000. 

Why This Matters

Childhood obesity affects 14.7 million U.S. children and teens, increasing risks for diabetes, heart disease, and mental health challenges. Traditional care alone isn’t enough—families need consistent, engaging, and culturally relevant support. Bull City Fit bridges the gap between clinical care and real-life environments, creating a safe, inclusive space for families to thrive.

Our Approach

Evidence-Based Care: IHBLT requires 26+ hours of family-based counseling and activity over 3–12 months—Bull City Fit delivers this through fitness, nutrition education, and wellness workshops.

Community Integration: Sessions at Edison Johnson Recreation Center make healthy habits accessible and sustainable.

Whole-Family Engagement: Parents, siblings, and children participate together, reinforcing shared routines and mutual support.

BMI Reduction:

Participants in clinic–community programs like Bull City Fit achieve significant BMI improvements compared to clinic-only care.

Sustained Benefits:

Positive changes persist up to two years post-program.

Your Impact

Your gift will help: Increase teen participation in a proven program that improves health and self-esteem. Boost family engagement, encouraging parents and siblings to join in. And enhance confidence and satisfaction, making healthy living fun and sustainable.

Every dollar helps us address childhood obesity and give teens additional tools to thrive. $65 = A pair of boxing gloves or $250 = One boxing bag.