Harley’s Story: How Fusion Youth Transformed His Passion for Competition into Leadership

Harley, 13, attends Active Fusion’s Fusion Youth sessions at The Laurel Academy, where he truly thrives. His love for competition shines through as he takes part in activities like football, dodgeball, four-corner hockey, and basketball. Harley always gives his best and enjoys the fun, friendly competition each session brings.

Trying New Sports and Improving Skills at Fusion Youth

Fusion Youth has given Harley the chance to try new sports and build on his natural abilities. He’s always been good at badminton, but through regular sessions at Fusion Youth, he’s taken his skills to the next level. With each session, he’s learned new techniques and improved his game.

Before joining Fusion Youth, Harley had never played benchball. He was excited to try something new, and quickly grew to love the sport. Learning something different has added a new skill to his growing list of interests.

Every week, Harley looks forward to his 90 minutes of exercise at Fusion Youth, excited to learn new things and improve with each session. His enthusiasm and progress show how much Fusion Youth has positively impacted him.

 

Harley’s Rapport with the Coaches

Harley particularly enjoys these sessions due to the coaches, he states, “Aleksy is very caring, kind, and connects well with the students,” while “Oliver is a great coach and shows genuine care for everyone.”

Our coaches are committed to ensuring every participant is included in all activities, giving them the chance to try new sports they may not have experienced before, while also helping them build on their existing skills.

 

Harley’s Transformation

If Harley weren’t attending a Fusion Youth session, he’d likely be at home, either glued to his Xbox or scrolling through TikTok. But Fusion Youth offers him something far more exciting and enriching, a dynamic space where he stays physically active, builds new friendships, and explores a range of sports.

As time has passed, Harley has transformed from a participant to a leader within the sessions. He’s learned how to collaborate seamlessly with his teammates and adapt his skills to uplift others, becoming a role model for his peers in the process. The sessions provide a safe, supportive environment where young people can thrive, grow, and have fun. Harley sums it up perfectly: “Active Fusion is a fun and engaging experience to be a part of.” It’s been incredibly rewarding to witness Harley’s growth, and we can’t wait to see him continue to succeed and flourish in the future.

 

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