Stretch-N-Grow of Northwest Louisiana

of Northwest Louisiana

Jackie Waters
Owner, Director & Coach
Route 1, Box 249
Coushatta, LA 71019
(318) 932-5140 main/fax
(318) 573-0839 cell
JWaters@Stretch-N-Grow.com

The Fabulously Fun Fitness Program that's EXERciting!!
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Program Information
STRETCH-N-GROW, FABULOUSLY FUN FITNESS FOR KIDS! Stretch-n-Grow has taught well over one hundred thousand children since 1992 the importance of a healthy lifestyle. We make fitness fun and EXERCITING! We are committed to helping educators and parents establish a foundation of exercise and proper nutrition at an early age so they will continue to have good health and fitness habits for life. We bring the fun to your facility, the kids never have to leave the building! Here are a few of our program benefits:

Enhanced motor skills & improved coordination
Development of cognitive skills through academic & nutritional lessons
Encourages self-esteem through group participation and non-competitive activities
Improved cardiovascular fitness, strength & flexibility
YOUR CHILD WILL LEARN TO EXERCISE AND LEARN TO LOVE IT!!
Your child will learn about FITNESS & OVERALL WELLNESS and have FANTASTIC FUN in the process!

Call or email for a FREE DEMONSTRATION CLASS if you are affiliated with a child care center, preschool, after school program, mother's day out program or church!

We continually strive to strengthen our program by regularly creating new and challenging routines that kids love. We have a vast library of songs and music that keep our program fresh and "exerciting" for our Stars!

What's a Stretch-n-Grow Class Like?

Our classes are done almost entirely to music - much like an adult group fitness class, yet the music and the exercises are age appropriate.

We begin each class by warming up to an exciting adventure story that kids love, we may take a trip through the jungle, go surfing out in the ocean or take a trip back to the time of dinosaurs.

Our happy heart songs enhance cardiovascular performance. Each child has his or her own piece of equipment and performs aerobic skills appropriate for their age level. Each child excels at their own pace and there is no waiting in line for a turn! Our goal is to keep the children in continual motion.

Resistance training is also included in our program. The children learn all of their major muscle groups, and they learn how to use them. Fun and imagination are the disguise for hard work and strength building. These exercises are both safe and effective! Teaching the children their muscles and functions is a Stretch-n-Grow signature. Even the toddlers know their gluteus maximus!

All classes end with a creative cool down where strength and flexibility are the goals. Children who are more flexible are less likely to become injured in any activity!

Regular handouts provide learning for children in areas of nutrition, safety, muscles, fitness and hygiene. Parents also receive newsletters letting them know what has been happening in our Stretch-n-Grow classes as well as offering family fitness tips and articles that pertain to raising healthy children.

In addition, all of our exercises are in compliance with the Youth Fitness Guidelines established by the American Fitness and Aerobics Association and American Council on Exercise - the two leading authorities in group fitness today!

Why Stretch-n-Grow is Needed

Here are just a few of the reasons Stretch-n-Grow is needed:

The American Heart Association released an article stating that 10% of children ages 2-5 are overweight! (www.americanheart.org)

8% of all five year old children in the United States cannot pass a basic physical fitness test. (Senate Committee on Children, 1992)

Obesity is doubling every 5 years, at this rate; every person in America will be obese by 2230. (World Health Organization)

Children who are involved in regular exercise earn better grades and have better social skills compared to those who are not. (American Psychological Association, 1996)

Healthy lifestyle training should start in early childhood. (American Heart Association)

But all of the facts, guidelines and lessons in the world won't matter if the classes aren't FUN. And that's what we are ... FABULOUSLY FUN FITNESS FOR KIDS!

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Company Information
Jackie Waters is the Owner and Director of Stretch-n-Grow of Northwest Louisiana. She majored in Early Childhood Education and taught at the preschool and pre-K level during and after college. Jackie first became associated with Stretch-n-Grow in 1993 as a Coach for Stretch-n-Grow of Arkansas before relocating to Northwest Louisiana. After several years away from the Stretch-n-Grow scene and because of her growing concern over childhood obesity, inactivity in children and the growing epidemic of early onset diabetes, Jackie became a part of the Stretch-n-Grow family as an affiliate owner of Stretch-n-Grow of Northwest Louisiana.

"With my experience and desire to work with children and my dedication for instilling lifelong healthy habits, I feel that I am well qualified to carry out the Mission of Stretch-n-Grow."

What is the Mission of Stretch-n-Grow?

To teach as many children as possible the basics of proper exercise, nutrition, and related health issues.
To establish patterns and a positive attitude at an early age that will be the foundation for a continuing physical conditioning program and good health.
To prepare children for participation in physical education and athletic programs.
To provide parents, caregivers, and educators of young children with current information concerning proper exercise and nutrition, and other related issues, in an effort to encourage each family member to participate together in a fitness program.

"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6

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Current Classes
Stretch-n-Grow classes are currently being offered in the Northwest Louisiana (Shreveport, Bossier City) area. Both morning and afternoon classes are available for toddlers (18 months) up to and including school age children in Pre-schools, Child Care centers, Churches, Mother's Day Out programs, and After School Care. Ask your director today if Stretch-n-Grow is available at your Pre-school or Child Care Center.

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Contact Us!
For more information about the Stretch-n-Grow program in the Northwest Louisiana (Shreveport, Bossier City) area, contact Jackie Waters at 318-932-5140 or 318-573-0839 or send an email to JWaters@Stretch-n-Grow.com.

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What Directors and Parents have to say about us!
From a Director:

"A year ago Jackie Waters came into my office with an energetic smile and enthusiasm that was contagious about an exercise program called "Stretch-n-Grow." As we visited and discussed the program, I soon realized that she was just starting out with this venture, but as we talked I got caught up in her excitement of what this program could do for our center. At the time I did not know that I was her first sales call. Jackie has never missed a Tuesday, and the children look forward to her coming. She truly loves what she does. She gives 100% each and every time she arrives on campus, and to her it does not matter if she has 5 or 50. The center took a chance on her a year ago, and I am glad we did." Tina Miller, Director, Colquitt Christian Academy Preschool

From the Parents:

"I love that my child has another fitness class during the week. I work out at Schumpert fitness and he attends kid fit. He loves you and your class."

"My child has only had a few chances to attend this class - each time, however, he has said that he really likes it and wants to do it again. I would love to see my child "in action" in this class. It seems to be a lot of fast fun!"

"Thank-you."

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