WHAT WILL MY CHILD GAIN FROM DOING CROSSFIT KIDS?

Using activities that kids naturally enjoy, NEPA CrossFit Kids provides a fitness program that is safe, fun and energetic. At NEPA CrossFit, our CrossFit Kids program uses a combination of skill practice, workouts and games to build strength and conditioning in children.

Following our gym’s mission statement to improve the quality of life for our members, our goal is to help children become the best possible version of themselves. We are committed to teaching children to become successful leaders while also promoting the importance of health and fitness in a safe and positive learning environment.

NEPA CrossFit Kids make fitness FUN.  In addition to learning new skills, you will notice your child makes better food choices, has greater confidence in themselves and their abilities, is more focused in school, transitions to new sports more easily, and has a reduced risk of sport-related injury.

WHAT DOES CROSSFIT KIDS TEACH?

 CrossFit Kids uses a combination of skill practice, workouts and games to build strength and conditioning in children. Our classes include elements of gymnastics, weight lifting, body weight movements, running, jump roping, and more.

Specifically, CrossFit Kids teaches the 10 General Physical Skills. These skills are the base for any sport or discipline your child may pursue. Improvement in each of these physical capacities will directly lead to your child having an increased ability to learn and succeed in other sports.

The 10 General Physical Skills

  1. Cardiovascular Endurance – Can you get enough oxygen to your body?
  2. Stamina – Can you get enough energy to your muscles?
  3. Strength – How much can you lift?
  4. Flexibility – Can you touch your toes?
  5. Power – How much work can you do in the least amount of time?
  6. Speed – How fast can you go?
  7. Coordination – Can you pat your head and rub your stomach?
  8. Accuracy – Can you kick a soccer ball into the net?
  9. Agility – How quickly can you change direction?
  10. Balance – Can you stand on one foot? With your eyes shut?

Tuesday and Thursday- 6:15pm- 7-12 years old