TENUAH GUIDING PRINCIPLES

1. Movement- Tenuah means “Movement"

We are guided by the belief that all humans have an innate desire to progress in life, even as young as in high school. Our program is carefully curated for each individual to ensure that they progress in physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

2. Community- Humans develop through connection with others

Healthy relationships provide belonging, support, challenge, and opportunities to learn about ourselves. Tenuah is a community that encourages friendship, mentorship, and meaningful interpersonal relationships.

3. Self-Awareness — Growth begins with knowing yourself

Meaningful growth requires an honest awareness of what is happening inside us. We help every boy recognize their emotions, thoughts, strengths, challenges, and patterns of behavior. We accomplish this through socioemotional groups, guided meditation, and one on one counseling from our mental health team.

4. Physical Health- A healthy body creates a foundation for growth

We believe that emotional and spiritual health is built on physical health. When one feels healthy and confident, they can make progress in every area of life. The Tenuah environment fosters peak physical health through daily workouts, protein-packed lunches, and physical wellness education.

5. Emotional Health- Emotional strength allows us to grow through life’s challenges

Emotional health means developing the ability to recognize, understand, express, and regulate emotions. Tenuah teaches skills that allow them to navigate stress, relationships, disappointment, anxiety, and conflict with greater resilience and self-understanding.

6. Spiritual Health- A healthy life points to a spiritual one

We believe that physical, emotional, and interpersonal growth can create greater capacity for a meaningful relationship with Hashem. We provide participants with opportunities to explore spirituality through group learning and individual mentorship, helping them cultivate a personal relationship with Hashem, discover meaning and purpose, and bring their authentic inner lives into their avodas Hashem.