What is Stretch-n-Grow?

Overview

Stretch-n-Grow is a comprehensive physical education and wellness enrichment programme for children. We are committed to helping educators and parents establish a foundation of exercise and proper nutrition at an early age, before habits develop. Our programme is both exercise and education and embodies the principles and philosophy of Te Whariki.

The Stretch-n-Grow programme teaches children the fundamentals of a healthy lifestyle. With weekly emphasis on exercise and good food choices, our extensive curriculum covers virtually every wellness issue...self-esteem, safety, hygiene, and environmental issues are just a few examples of our discussion topics. Classes are taught at early childhood education centres and schools by certified Stretch-n-Grow coaches who make exercising, “EXERciting!!”

Stretch-n-Grow was founded in 1992, and is now the world’s largest network of certified youth fitness specialists. The simple concept of providing a comprehensive fitness programme at an early, impressionable age grew quickly into an impressive network of dedicated, talented people. All of these people share the common goal of building a successful organisation, that has a positive impact on the health and fitness of pre-school aged children worldwide.

Our trained and certified Youth Fitness Coaching Staff are enthusiastic, energetic and educated professionals with lots of relevant experience. Every instructor is certified in youth fitness, first aid, insured and Police-checked. Our internal comprehensive training programme is rigorous and ongoing.