Programs at the FCA Education Center

FCA HEALTHY LIVING CULINARY WORKSHOP

Time: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

Location: FCA Education Center: 691 Brookwood Drive, Mooresville, NC 28115

Date: Starts Tuesday, September 15th

Ages: 10 to 15 years old

 

The Lake Norman Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Healthy Living Culinary Workshop is a six-week program that teaches student-athletes and coaches how proper nutrition, hydration, and meal preparation can improve athletic performance, recovery, and overall wellness. Through hands-on cooking instruction, sports nutrition education, and weekly scripture-based reflections, participants learn practical skills to build healthy habits that support success both on and off the field.


The program focuses on key topics including fueling for performance, endurance nutrition, muscle recovery, pre-game and post-game meals, balanced plate planning, and hydration. Lessons emphasize lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and nutrient-rich foods while teaching simple meal-prep strategies that fit busy schedules. Each session incorporates biblical principles that encourage participants to honor God through healthy living and stewardship of their bodies.



Dishes Prepared Throughout the Program

  • Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken with Brown Rice and Broccoli
  • Maple-Dijon Salmon with Quinoa Pilaf and Roasted Sweet Potatoes
  • Ground Turkey Lettuce Wraps with Stir-Fried Vegetables and Jasmine Rice
  • Whole-Grain Turkey Wraps and Grilled Tilapia with Wild Rice and Spinach
  • Grilled Steak with Chimichurri Sauce, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, and Roasted Vegetables
  • Shredded Chicken Tacos with Black Bean & Corn Salad and Guacamole
  • Healthy beverages including electrolyte water, green tea, protein shakes, recovery smoothies, homemade lemonade, and sports drinks


By the end of the workshop, participants gain practical cooking skills, foundational nutrition knowledge, and faith-based encouragement to make healthier lifestyle choices that enhance performance, recovery, and long-term well-being.



Fellowship of Christian Athletes Dance Workshop with Laketha Bobbish


The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is excited to announce a FCA Dance Workshop with Laketha Bobbish, beginning Monday, September 14th, at the FCA Education Center, 691 Brookwood Drive, Mooresville, NC 28115. Hosted in our newly remodeled dance studio, this inspiring program offers students an opportunity to develop their dance skills while expressing creativity, confidence, faith, and purpose through movement.


Laketha Bobbish will provide instruction in ballet, jazz, and hip hop, helping students build a strong foundation in technique, choreography, musicality, and performance. Whether participants are experienced dancers or just beginning their journey, this workshop is designed to encourage growth in a positive and supportive environment.


The workshop will feature two age-specific sessions:

  • Middle School Session (Grades 6-8): 4:00 PM
  • High School Session (Grades 9-12): 5:00 PM

Throughout the program, students will learn how dance can be used as a powerful form of artistic expression and worship. Emphasis will be placed on discipline, teamwork, character development, and building self-confidence while fostering meaningful connections with peers.



Participants will also enjoy the opportunity to train in FCA's beautiful new dance studio, a space created to inspire creativity and excellence. Under Laketha's guidance, dancers will work toward mastering choreography and developing a strong stage presence.


The workshop will conclude with a special showcase performance, where students will present what they have learned before family and friends. This celebratory event will highlight their hard work, perseverance, and growth throughout the program.

Join us this fall for an unforgettable experience filled with movement, encouragement, fellowship, and fun. Space is limited, so register today and be part of this exciting FCA dance opportunity!