A YOUTH focused program is helping at risk young people find hope.

Sen Const Murray Itiri from Rosewood Police said the Blue Edge program was designed to extend a young person’s mind and physical capability through physical training.

They are also mentored by motivational speakers who work hard to help the young people realise their potential.

Each group is made up of a mixture of at-risk young people and participants who display leadership qualities.

The aim of this cross-section is to promote positive behaviours and attitudes, instilling a positive mind-set into students regarded as at-risk.

Blue Edge has been designed to take the group through a progressive journey of personal development and fitness.

“The beauty of the program is that we can address any of the local issues through the guest speakers as part of the program,” Sen Const Itiri said.

“Program outcomes include the development of personal relationships and building of rapport between police, organisations and members of the community.”

He said this was the second time the program would be held at Rosewood High School.

“The first one was a huge success for police and the community,” he said.

“Many of the teachers and parents complimented us on the positive changes in the kids who participated in the program.

“Of the 20 kids who started the program, we had a total of 19 kids complete the whole program.

“On the final day, the children got to enjoy a whole day out at Emu Gully Adventure Park in Helidon.”

All were given a certificate of completion and a pair of brand-new sport shoes to take home.

The Blue Edge program runs for eight weeks from July 12.

It consists of two training sessions a week to build routine and these are held between 7am and 8.30am.

Volunteers from the Rosewood Community Centre are helping out by making breakfast for the kids before their classes start.

“I am anticipating a lot of interest in this year's program,” Sen Const Itiri said.

“The youths go to school alert, fed, motivated and ready for learning.”