How Often Should Kids Be Active?
How Often Should Kids Be Active?

As fitness professionals passionate about working with children, we know that getting kids moving is essential for their health and development. But how much movement is enough? And how can we balance structured fitness programs with encouraging overall active lifestyles? In this article, we’ll dive into the activity levels children should be reaching, comparing the different ways kids can stay active—whether through organized programs, school-based PE, or simply by leading active lives beyond their screens.

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How Much Can I Charge for Kids Fitness Classes?
How Much Can I Charge for Kids Fitness Classes?

When you hold a qualification as a Kids Fitness Instructor, there are multiple ways you can make a living as you make a difference in the lives of kids. 

Here’s a breakdown of 10 different types of kids' fitness programs that qualified instructors can offer, along with how much they can typically charge for each. 

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How to Write a Simple Business Plan for Your Kids' Fitness Business: 10 Key Things You Need to Do
How to Write a Simple Business Plan for Your Kids' Fitness Business: 10 Key Things You Need to Do

Starting a kids’ fitness business is exciting, but the business side of things can feel overwhelming, especially if you're unsure where to start. A business plan doesn’t have to be complicated—it just needs to be clear, simple, and actionable. A well-structured plan will give you confidence and help you take small, focused steps toward your goals. 

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5 Ways Adults "Scare" Kids Away from Fitness (and What to Do Instead!)
5 Ways Adults "Scare" Kids Away from Fitness (and What to Do Instead!)

Halloween may be just around the corner, but we don't want to be scaring kids away from fitness! Believe it or not, there are some common practices in children's fitness programs that can make movement feel more like a trick than a treat. The good news? These "scary" practices can easily be swapped for strategies that promote lifelong joy in movement. Let’s take a look at five ghoulish mistakes adults make and explore what we can do instead to create positive, playful, and engaging fitness experiences for kids.

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PL3Y Annual Impact Report: 2023
PL3Y Annual Impact Report: 2023

Over 4.1 million kids have gotten active thanks to our network of certified instructors, school teachers, online resources and regional school program teams. Read our 2023 Annual Impact Report to learn more about what we do and how you can get involved

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Five Easy Ways To Keep Members Coming Back!
Five Easy Ways To Keep Members Coming Back!

Maya Angelou said it best: “People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel.”  🥰

Retention in fitness classes means better attendance, more energy in classes, and also greater revenue if you have your own business.

Here are five easy ways you can build retention and create connections in your fitness classes…

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LGBT2SQ+ Pride at PL3Y!
LGBT2SQ+ Pride at PL3Y!

In my latest canfitpro article LGBT2SQ+ and Exercise, I talked about how gyms and fitness spaces need to go beyond just putting up a ‘Rainbow Sticker’ when creating welcoming, safe and inclusive spaces for LGBT2SQ+ people to exercise.

One way that I mentioned we can foster more supportive spaces in the fitness industry is to to recognize, amplify and celebrate LGBT2SQ+ fitness leaders amongst us. 

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