about stretch n grow atlanta

HISTORY

Stretch-n-Grow -- the world's largest network of children's fitness professionals -- originated in Galveston, Texas in 1992. After an intense study and the discovery of alarming statistics concerning the health status of America's young children, the founders of Stretch-n-Grow set out on their mission to change the course for children everywhere. Today, Stretch-n-Grow is taught in over 1,000 cities in 10 countries around the world.

Learn more at www.stretch-n-grow.com!

YOUTH FITNESS GUIDELINES

Our Youth Fitness Guidelines are in compliance with AFAA (Aerobic & Fitness Association of America), ACE (American Council on Exercise), ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) and AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics). Our curriculum and exercise glossary are safe, effective and age-appropriate.

ADVISORY BOARD

Our exercises and curriculum were developed under the supervision of an advisory board consisting of pediatricians, nutritionists, educator and fitness professionals. Our Advisory Board and Affiliate Advisory Council regularly review our program to ensure that our participants enjoy the most effective and safe exercises available for children.

MISSION

To teach as many children as possible the basics of proper nutrition and exercise.
To lay a foundation for a healthy lifestyle and a positive attitude toward well-being.
To establish lifelong patterns of fitness and good eating habits at an early age.
To prepare children for participation in physical education and athletic programs.
To empower parents and child care providers in setting a healthy example for children.