Registrations for the Summer 2026 K-2nd and 3rd-4th fitness is now 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 June1st, 2026 and conclude on August 6th, 2026. Schedule:

3rd-4th Grade Program: Tuesdays and Thursdays at Noon

K-2nd grade program: Mondays and Wednesdays at Noon

Session length: 30 Minutes

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: $249 for all ten weeks, unlimited sessions. 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.