The mission of Stretch-n-Grow Youth Fitness is the same as that of Stretch-n-Grow International:
- To teach as many children as possible the basics of proper exercise, nutrition, and related health issues.
- To establish patterns and positive attitude at an early age that will be the foundation for a continuing physical conditioning program and good health.
- To prepare children for participation in physical education and athletic programs.
- To provide parents, caregivers, and educators of young children with current information concerning proper exercise, nutrition, and other related issues in an effort to encourage each family to participate in a fitness program.
- To build a strong, profitable company that operates with integrity and dedication to our mission, our employees, and the families we serve.
In addition, our curriculum was developed under the supervision of an advisory board made up of pediatricians, nutritionists, and educators. All of our exercises comply with the Youth Fitness Guidelines established by the American Fitness and Aerobics Association and American Council on Exercise - the two leading authorities in group fitness today.
Our 30 minute classes consist of good exercise habits - warm-up to cool-down and conditioning muscles of the entire body. We begin each class with a healthy discussion and an exerciting activity. Children receive a weekly handout that can be colored and shared with parents to keep them informed of the specific exercises. Stamps and sometimes stickers are given to the children for working hard, listening well, and just having fun.