As a fitness professional, health educator and medical professional, Betty realized that in order to truly make a difference in the health and wellness of future generations, she had to reach them as early as possible.  After several years of providing fitness & nutritional education to elementary school kids, it became apparent that she needed to start at the beginning - almost from the time children take their first steps and continue to guide them through to adolescence.

 

It is the Bodywise philosophy that children need to learn early that exercise is fun and that healthy eating makes sense. We need to teach them that eating healthy and being active helps us take care of our bodies.  

The Bodywise by Betty “Fit Futures” program,  is a unique fitness & healthy lifestyle education program that focuses on teaching early childhood FITNESS, HEALTH & WELLNESS.  The Bodywise “Fit Futures” programs were developed by Betty Kelly-Camlin with the help of other professional women who specialize in Yoga, Physical Therapy and Psychology. All classes are taught by certified professionals in their fields and our approach to exercise is non-competitive. 

    

Bodywise “Fit Futures” classes focus on exercise and improving motor skills and strength development for children ages 2-5. Our curriculum also incorporates interactive, age appropriate nutrition and healthy lifestyle discussions. These interactive discussions are provided on age related health topics such as exercise, hygiene, oral health, muscles, bones and body part recognition, (heart,lungs, eyes teeth etc.) as well as healthy snacks and food choices,  fruits & veggies, the importance of sleep, self-esteem, and much, much more

Young children will have lots of FUN while they learn to enjoy exercise and build good habits.  Every “Fit Futures” class includes an age appropriate warm up & cool down/stretch.  We challenge our “Fit Futures” Kids in the following exercise formats: Cardio vascular endurance/aerobics, stamina, balance, coordination, proprioception, agility and resistance and strength. We customize our classes based upon the age group and their basic level of fitness.  Each creative lesson plan is designed to enhance and improve the fitness level in a safe, structured, engaging and nurturing setting.

Bodywise “Fit Futures” Kids are taught to develop life-long healthy habits through fitness and education with the integration of various fitness formats such as Rebounding, Agility Courses, Balance Courses, age appropriate Aerobics, Dance & Music and Yoga Fitness. Various fitness props are used such as balance balls, pose balls, resistance tubes and yoga mats.

WHAT THE EXPERTS ARE SAYING!!

Experts agree that efforts need to be put forth during the formative years to help reverse the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and lack of basic fitness levels and skills.  Not just before children leave Kindergarten, but as young as age two. These formative years are critical times for learning language, music and many “fitness oriented” skills.  Physical skill development needs to be integrated at a young age.  If deprived of the ability to become competent at movement, many children grow up to be adults with an aversion to sports/fitness and regular exercise.

Research is proving that children, who are taught physical education from a young age, learn other things better as well.   Several academic subjects are enhanced through a regular “Fit Futures” fitness program for preschoolers. Age appropriate Reading, Counting/ Math, Science and Music are incorporated into each healthy lesson. As a result, children who participate in “Fit Futures” will be learning ready for years to come. 

In addition to being better learners as a result of regular fitness and healthier eating, children experience fewer colds, have better immune function and have greater self-esteem. They become more productive, more creative, they are better behaved, they sleep better, and are less depressed.  The list of benefits from participating in a Bodywise  “Fit Futures” program goes on and on.

CLASSES ARE SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF STAMFORD, THE TOWN OF DARIEN AND IN PRE-SCHOOLS, CHILD CARE CENTERS, EARLY LEARNING CENTERS AND PRIVATE DAYCARES IN THE STAMFORD AREA.  BODYWISE CAN ALSO PROVIDE PRIVATE IN HOME FAMILY CLASSES.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT BODYWISE “FIT FUTURES” OR HOW TO IMPLEMENT A PROGRAM, PLEASE EMAIL BETTY @bodywisebybetty@optonline.net

YOU CAN ALSO CALL BETTY @ 203 561-4080

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