Focus Pilates

Here is what the schools can do

Start by Incorporating - The FOCUS KIDS "Get A Move On!" program during lunchtime at the schools.

Seek out services of experts in the health & fitness industry to plan health & fitness related workshops once a month.

Create a health & fitness school council with parents and teachers to facilitate community meetings related to school physical activity and nutrition.

Support healthy eating

Link schools with club programs. The Iroquois Ridge Community Centre Kids & Youth Programs: Pilates, Hip Hop, Karate, Tennis, Swimming...

Provide the teachers with a after school teacher's Pilates program to help them communicate the ideals of fitness to their students.

Provide the students with a up-to-date 160 minute weekly physical education course, taught by a phys. ed teacher.

Start The Focus Kids "Get A Move On!" Program in your School

Speak with the principal about negotiating the use of the gym during lunch time 2 times a week for a 30-minute fitness class.

Send home parental permission & registration forms as provided by Focus Kids

Cost of program: 10 classes @ 5 weeks is $50.00 per child ($5.00 per class, twice a week for 5 weeks).

10% of program is donated back to the school from Focus Kids for the physical education department and fitness supplies.

Did You Know?

The average child watches 26 hours of TV each week...and this doesn't include time spent on the computer or playing video games. The health of our children is being compromised by a culture of convenience, and parents have the power to lead by example.

FACT:

54% of Ontario's children and youth (ages 5- 17) are over weight and inactive. This decrease in physical activity has led to an alarming increase in childhood obesity and type 2 diabetic.
- Statistics Canada 2004

Focus Kids, Get A Move On was specifically developed by Irene Maiurro, a Certified Pilates instructor, (ACE) Personal Trainer, and a licensed High Five Youth Fitness Instructor.

High Five is a youth fitness certification program developed by the Ontario Government

All fitness classes are fun, age appropriate and are taught by Certified Fitness Instructors

To request information about starting a "Get A Move On!" fitness program in your school, or to send for the Focus Kids "Get A Move On!" booklet, send all inquiries to Irene Maiurro.

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Focus Kids "Get A Move On!" Focus Kids vision is to be the #1 provider in fitness for kids & teens with a commitment to children/youth health & fitness. Focus Kids, "Get A Move On!" is an energetic, outgoing and fun program that aspires to build a strong community relationship through active participation. With an increased awareness toward youth fitness and wellness, the number of facilities catering to this age range is minimal. The time has come for us to give our youth a safe place to increase their physical activity level and to educate them and lead them in the right direction health wise. Most significant, the number of parents seeking out a professional, safe fitness environment for their children has risen. More and more studies are released which support and advocate a need for regular cardio exercise in a safe environment for kids ages 7 to 12. Such benefits include the reduction of weight, reduced chronic illness such as juvenile diabetes and also preventive for future adult obesity. Here is what parents can do Work with the school council to identify the physical activity and nutrition needs of the students. Be active with your children..."walk the talk" Help your school find professionals in the community that can support your children's health & fitness concerns Here is what the schools can do Start by Incorporating - The FOCUS KIDS "Get A Move On!" program during lunchtime at the schools. Seek out services of experts in the health & fitness industry to plan health & fitness related workshops once a month. Create a health & fitness school council with parents and teachers to facilitate community meetings related to school physical activity and nutrition. Support healthy eating Link schools with club programs. The Iroquois Ridge Community Centre Kids & Youth Programs: Pilates, Hip Hop, Karate, Tennis, Swimming... Provide the teachers with a after school teacher's Pilates program to help them communicate the ideals of fitness to their students. Provide the students with a up-to-date 160 minute weekly physical education course, taught by a phys. ed teacher. Start The Focus Kids "Get A Move On!" Program in your School Speak with the principal about negotiating the use of the gym during lunch time 2 times a week for a 30-minute fitness class. Send home parental permission & registration forms as provided by Focus Kids Cost of program: 10 classes @ 5 weeks is $50.00 per child ($5.00 per class, twice a week for 5 weeks). 10% of program is donated back to the school from Focus Kids for the physical education department and fitness supplies.	Focus Pilates classes training schedule corporate fitness health & wellness store Did You Know? The average child watches 26 hours of TV each week...and this doesn't include time spent on the computer or playing video games. The health of our children is being compromised by a culture of convenience, and parents have the power to lead by example. FACT: 54% of Ontario's children and youth (ages 5- 17) are over weight and inactive. This decrease in physical activity has led to an alarming increase in childhood obesity and type 2 diabetic. - Statistics Canada 2004 Focus Kids, Get A Move On was specifically developed by Irene Maiurro, a Certified Pilates instructor, (ACE) Personal Trainer, and a licensed High Five Youth Fitness Instructor. High Five is a youth fitness certification program developed by the Ontario Government All fitness classes are fun, age appropriate and are taught by Certified Fitness Instructors To request information about starting a "Get A Move On!" fitness program in your school, or to send for the Focus Kids "Get A Move On!" booklet, send all inquiries to Irene Maiurro.
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Focus Kids "Get A Move On!"

Here is what parents can do

Here is what the schools can do

Start The Focus Kids "Get A Move On!" Program in your School

Did You Know?

FACT: