Matt and Megin Sharp founded KidStrong with the goal of helping their daughter, Ella, become a confident and independent individual. They recognized the strong connection between physical activity and social intelligence in children and wanted to create a program that would allow Ella and other children to interact with each other through fun activities. To achieve this, they brought together a team of experts in pediatric occupational therapy, child development, sports physiology, and physical education and developed a program based on the latest scientific research on child development. Now, KidStrong is open in the West End of Richmond, ready to empower and inspire the community's youth.
Owned and operated by Rich and Amy Young, KidStrong helps children develop physically and mentally through 45-minute classes. The curriculum focuses on four key areas: physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. During each class, children learn essential physical fitness, character development, and brain training skills. They also learn teamwork, leadership, and confidence-building skills through socialization and public speaking. The program emphasizes the importance of parental involvement, offering science-based coaching combined with tips and resources for the entire family's success. KidStrong provides a comprehensive child development program that sets children up for success in the present and the future.
KidStrong offers two membership options- a flexible month-to-month plan and a 6-month plan, both options offer one weekly class. Upon registration, children receive a KidStrong jersey, water bottle, wristband, and a rank up and affirmation poster. To add more excitement to the Richmond community, KidStrong offers one-of-a-kind birthday party packages, including a 90-minute class led by personal coaches and a multi-purpose room for cake and snacks. To provide more opportunities for children to stay active, have fun, and make unforgettable memories, KidStrong plans to offer summer and holiday camps for Richmond's youth.
KidStrong is located at 1312 Gaskins Road in Henrico. For more information about memberships and classes, visit westend@kidstrong.com.
