While organisers are keen to say the programme is not a "boot camp", there will be plenty of running, weight training and other physical activity designed to give participants a healthy outlook on life.
Clutha youth worker Daniel Maze said the Government grant of $30,759 over the next three years would enable young people between 14 and 18 to raise their self esteem along with their fitness levels.
Mr Maze already runs the Making A Difference (Mad) programme, which helps young people boost their self-confidence.
More than 30 young people have graduated from this scheme and the hunt will soon be on to fill about seven spots on the new programme.
Planning for the new physical training programme had just begun, as Mr Maze and others had been waiting for the Government to confirm its funding.
The programme is expected to include fitness sessions followed by healthy breakfasts to promote nutrition and exercise as a good combination.
Circuit training and other physical activities will form part of what is expected to be a 12-week programme.
The news was welcomed by Clutha-Southland MP Bill English, who said enhanced education and training would help youth reach their full potential.
