Registrations for the Fall 2026 K-2nd and 3rd-4th fitness is open!

MAR is excited to bring these 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 August 31st and end the week of November 27th. Alternative options will be offered for Monday Holidays (K-2 program).

SCHEDULES:

Kindgeraten - 2nd grade: Mondays at 330pm

3rd-4th grade fitness: Wednesdays at 330pm

30 Minute sessions

Parent attendance is MANDATORY for the K-2 Program. (Kids can not be dropped off). Parents should expect to participate on a low level, but can participate more actively if you'd like! Either way, we ask parents to be down on the turf with the coaches, and thank you!

Total price for the programs: $179 ($15/wk) for all 13 weeks, one session per week. 10% discount for second child.

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