Registrations for the Spring 2024 K-2nd and 3rd-4th grade programs are now open!

MAR is excited to bring these new programs to the Downers Grove community. The objectives of the program are:

• To foster a positive relationship with exercise and movement.
• To improve age-appropriate athletic skills, specifically coordination that leads to improved body control, speed, and strength.
• To experience safe versions of drills they will eventually do in older programs (body weight and PVC pipe squats, deadlifts, etc.)
• Having fun! Most of the drills are game-based, and all the kids enjoy drills like plyo jumps, ladder drills, and light medicine ball slams.

All programs follow the research and guidelines of the National Strength and Conditioning Association, which clearly state that at these ages, coordination and speed based games are not only safe, but the biggest opportunity for improvement and physical literacy.

Both programs will begin the week of March 3rd, 2025 and conclude on May 30th, 2025 (13 weeks). Schedule:

3rd-4th Grade Program: Mondays at 3:30pm

K-2nd grade program: Wednesdays at 3:30pm

Additional days may be added if needed.

Session length: 30 Minutes

Parent attendance is MANDATORY. (Kids can not be dropped off). Parents should expect to participate on a low level, but can participate more actively if you'd like!

Total price for the program: $130/child ($10 per week)

This program will fill up fast! Please get your registrations completed as soon as possible. Contact mike@marhealthandperformance.com with questions.