momstown Milton joined with Monkeynastix Canada to help educate our mamas about the importance of introducing fitness to our little ones at an early age. Their fun and creative approach to movement allowed our children to be children again. Monkeynastix is a broad-based, holistic program that combines creativity, music and storytelling with basic training in flexibility, balance, strength, agility, co-ordination and body awareness. Our momstown tots experienced the fun first hand by exploring all of the equipment and practising the different moves.
It was amazing to watch the instructors at work getting the kids to stand on a spot, stretch out and touch their toes and then jump up and down.They then moved on to the equipment which included trampolines, tunnels, balance beams, tread mills and an exercise bicycle. The thing that impressed me the most was the attention to details and proper posture that they were instilling right from the start. They had spotters that assisted each child to help build on proper technique and to avoid injury.
I also learned that the program is being offered in schools and even day cares to help lay the foundation to a healthy lifestyle. Exercise not only promotes physical health but also contributes to so many other facets such as improved concentration, building confidence and helping to lay a strong base for higher order learning. Classes are being offered to children as early as age one and continues up to age eight. My little guy had so much fun that I think I will try out a full session to see what it's all about!
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