Childhood obesity is an alarming epidemic in our country.  Here's what the experts say:

• According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, being overweight (due to lack of physical activity) has doubled among preschool aged children.
• 85% of 5 year olds in North America cannot pass a basic physical fitness test which measures flexibility and strength.
• 40% of twelve years old children display heard disease risk factors(i.e. obesity,m hypertension, high cholesterol and inactivity)

Too much TV, fast food, and a lack of regular exercise contribute to the poor physical condition of our children.  Stretch and Grow helps establish proper exercise and nutrition habits in the early formative years.  The National Association of Sports and Physical Educators recommends that Pre-School age children participate in a structured exercise program.  

Coach Danielle from Stretch-n-Grow conducts multiple 30 minute Stretch-n-Grow classes weekly at The Devine School.  The core of each session will be exercise with additional training in health related areas such as; nutrition, hygiene and safety. 


This class is offered to children in Pre-School and older classrooms at no additional charge.