Stretch-n-Grow of Winston-Salem (and the Triad), North Carolina
Jennifer Hansel - Owner/Director
Address: 5484 Moravian Heights LaneClemmons, NC 27012
Welcome to Stretch-n-Grow of the Triad! This year marks our 26th year serving children, families, and child care centers!
We are passionate about helping children learn about fitness and building the foundation for a lifetime of healthy habits!
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In today's digital world, children spend 4-7 hours daily in front of screens. From educational apps to video games and social media, screens dominate childhood entertainment. While technology has benefits, finding screen time alternatives is crucial for children's physical development and overall well-being.
The Impact on Children's Fitness
Extended screen time leads to decreased physical activity, reduced muscle development, and poor posture. Eye strain and disrupted sleep patterns are common concerns with excessive screen use. The more time with screens, the less likely children are to seek out active play, affecting both immediate physical health and long-term activity habits.
Practical Screen Time Alternatives for Busy Families
Indoor Activities:
- Create obstacle courses using household items
- Have dance parties to your favorite music
- Play active charades or movement games
- Set up scavenger hunts throughout your home
Outdoor Adventures:
- Schedule daily "green time" for unstructured play
- Take family nature walks with exploration games
- Introduce classic games like tag or hopscotch
- Create sidewalk chalk fitness stations
Family Connection:
- Cook together, letting children help with preparation
- Build with blocks or recycled materials
- Create art projects that involve movement
- Play board games that incorporate physical challenges
Structured Activities:
- Enroll in age-appropriate movement classes
- Schedule weekly family bike rides or swimming
- Practice fundamental skills like throwing and balancing
- Join community events promoting physical activity
Implementing these alternatives doesn't have to be overwhelming. Start by replacing just 30 minutes of daily screen time, then gradually increase as new habits form. Remember that consistency is key to establishing new routines.
For successful transitions, maintain positive reinforcement. Present reduced screen time as an opportunity, not a punishment, and create a visual schedule so children know when to expect different activities.
Help your child discover the joy of movement by enrolling them in Stretch-n-Grow in Winston-Salem, NC! Our fun fitness programs are designed specifically for children and provide perfect screen time alternatives. Call (336) 287-1193 today to help your child develop healthy habits that last a lifetime!
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About Stretch-n-Grow
Stretch-n-Grow is the world’s largest network of Certified Youth Fitness Professionals! We specialize in providing enrichment programs in schools that get kids' bodies AND minds moving with high quality, educational, FUN, and creative exercise experiences!
Stretch-n-Grow originated in Galveston, Texas in 1992 after an intense study that revealed alarming statistics concerning the health of America’s young children. Our founders set out on a mission to change this course of children’s lives everywhere, and we have since expanded to thousands of cities around the world and millions of children have participated in Stretch-n-Grow!
¨Train a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it.¨ Proverbs 22:6