School Fitfulness
All-in-one Fitfulness classes for Schools. The intersection of fitness and mindfulness
Our Schools
After School Programs for PreK-1st & 2nd-5th
After School Programs for PreK-1st & 2nd-5th
After School Program for PreK
After School Program for Lower School
In-School Programs for 3 - 5 year olds
In-School Programs for 3 - 5 year olds
In-School Programs for 3-5 year olds
Benefits of Our Classes
💪🏼 Physical Fitness
Improved strength, flexibility, and coordination
🧘🏾♀️ Mental Well-being
Enhanced focus, relaxation, and stress management
⚡️ Self/Co-Regulation
Managing emotions/behavior & supporting others to do the same
🌌 Self-Awareness
Understanding of one's thoughts, emotions, and physical state
🔥 Self-Confidence
Building self-esteem through fun and achievement
💯 Healthy Habits
Instilling lifelong habits of physical activity and mindfulness
A Fitfulness (fitness + mindfulness) program designed for children
Our classes blend cross-training, yoga, and meditation into one enriching experience.
Our Fitfulness classes provide children with an enjoyable journey, fostering a positive relationship with their body and mind through our thoughtful approach.
We welcome children starting at age 3 and up. Invest in your child’s well-being with our Fitfulness program, where fitness and mindfulness come together.
Cross Training
Yous starts every class by making fitness fun! Your child will play in developmentally-appropriate games while learning teamwork, foundational exercises (running, jumping, burpees, planks, etc.), and proper form. The consistency of programming nurtures positive body awareness, the habit of exercise, strengthens cardio and introduces the concept of perseverance with a supportive and knowledgable guide.
Yoga
Finally, your child will learn how to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is recognized as one of the best ways to bring calm and focus to center and internalize development. Each class closes with savasana and meditation. Meditation comes naturally to kids and it improves their focus, awareness, and meta-cognition.
Mindfulness
Following the energetic and heart stimulating stage, the class participates in recovery activities. Kids love yoga at Yous! It’s engaging and challenging for all ages. Our yoga lessons include restful restorative postures followed by an active yoga series. Your child will learn about breath, flexibility, different series of postures and calming the mind.
We have just started our second season of "Yous Fitfulness" here at FSS. The program has been popular with both parents and students, especially in the 1st and 2nd grades. Pete, the instructor, is energetic and enthusiastic, and has made accommodations to make the most of the space available to him. He has also proven to be popular among the students, with many of them looking forward to their Wednesday afternoon sessions with him. "Yous Fitfulness" has been a great addition to our club offerings.
Joe Hardy
Director of Continuing Programs at Friends Select School
We just had our first class with Pete from Yous and it will NOT be our last. From the get go, the kids loved him. He came for a visit and they were immediately drawn to him. He communicates with kids on their level but also like the full and total people that they are.
As for the program, let’s start by saying that the parents who were there were raving for days and asking when he will be back and that doesn’t happen often. The kids went home and taught their friends and families the moves. The kids were really impressed with the program. It was challenging enough to keep them interested and accessible enough that they felt that they COULD do it.
The mix of gross motor activities and mindfulness is so great for kids. My kids were more focused and calm and centered after the class. The large motor work (heavy work) fed those sensory seekers and was just plain fun for the others. The mindfulness and yoga brought them back after the running and excitement.
It is truly amazing what kids can do and what kids will get from this program. Pete is warm and fun and funny and meets the kids where they are. He goes with the flow and is good at redirecting ones that might start to stray without them even realizing he is bringing them back in.
I cannot say enough good things about Pete and his program. He would be an asset to any school. My kids are 3-5.5 and they were in it to win it. Littles, elementary, bigger friends, there is a benefit to all. This kind of program is so fundamental for kids and Pete’s implementation sends it over the top.
Brandi Davis
Founder/Director, Playschool
We at Beacon Center are always looking for interesting ways to bring the world to life and to provide developmentally appropriate activities to inspire our children.
The Yous program with Pete Nicholson is one such program. This past year I have gotten to know Pete Nicholson through many conversations and interactions in our shared space in the First Unitarian Church. Pete is a grounded individual who is kind, curious, thoughtful, genuine, responsible, flexible, can think on his toes, and is observant. All of the qualities you need when planning and implementing programming for children.
Gillian Stickney Swann
Director, Beacon Center
FAQs
Yous offers in school during the school-day and after school programs.
We offer developmentally appropriate classes for students of all ages. Currently we are working with kids ages 3-12.
Yes! We strive to make a class experience that is scalably approachable for all students in class simultaneously. In fact, we've found that kids with learning differences often disproportionately excel in our classes.
We offer personalized pricing based on class duration and class frequency.
Classes range from 30 minutes - 1 hour, fully flexible based on your schools timing preferences.
Our Parents
We’ve seen amazing progress with my high energy 4 year old. The concept is unique and really allows for training the body and mind in an effective and efficient way. Thank you for bringing the power of Fitfulness to our family!
Anita Katikineni
We love Yous! Our daughter took Yous classes at preschool and she loved the class so much we did weekend classes, as well. The mix of high energy exercise with mindfulness and yoga is fantastic. Pete is so encouraging with the kids and meets kids where they are. It was a great way to spend a Saturday morning!
Eileen Smith
Yous Kiddos is the best! My daughter has learned so much about herself and working with others from Coach Pete and the class. And she has the biggest smile on her face at the end of every class. It’s the perfect way to start our Saturdays.
Amanda Cocci
Fitfulness for Kids
Philadelphia, PA 19146
267-624-5972
pete@yous.life
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