Coach Across America (CAA), the flagship program of Up2Us, is an innovative coaching model designed to inspire and reinvigorate a generation of young Americans threatened by obesity. CAA members will serve as coaches, experts and mentors—they will teach and support youth in under-resourced communities. Coach Across America is funded by a National AmeriCorps grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service.

CAA members will combat the childhood obesity epidemic by facilitating opportunities for vigorous physical activity and nutrition education. By providing an attractive alternative to anti-social activities, coaches will encourage youth to stay off the streets and avoid risky behavior, stay in school and bolster their self-esteem and self-image.