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Fitwize 4 Kids™ 384 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Suite 210, Novato, CA 94949

T. 415.883.1798 | F. 415.883.1825

Fitness Assessment &Goal Setting Program

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Enclosed you will find all of the contents needed to successfully administer and operate the Fitwize 4 Kids fitness assess-ment and goal-setting program.

The purpose of this program is to motivate, reward, and recognize the members as they track theirprogress through the goal-setting banner. The monthly assessment will be used for the members to set goals, work towards their goals, and achieve those goals.

“Goals are the fuel in the furnace of achievement” – Brian Tracy

Fitness Assessment & Goal Setting

Program

Fitwize 4 Kids™ 384 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Suite 210, Novato, CA 94949

T. 415.883.1798 | F. 415.883.1825

Value 1

Application 3

Goal Setting Banner 5

Fitness Assessment 7

Features 9

Testing Equipment 11

Certificate 13

Awards 15

Postcards 17

Flyers 19

Contents

FITNESS ASSESSMENT MANUALFitwize 4 Kids™ 384 Bel Marin Keys Blvd., Suite 210, Novato, CA 94949 | T. 415.883.1798 | F. 415.883.1825

Copyright © 2009 Fitwize 4 Kids, Inc. ™1

VALUEThe fitness assessment will serve your business at many different levels. First, the goal-setting

system will provide your studio with a high visibility banner that illustrates all of the members

of your studio. Secondly, it imbeds goals and levels of achievement within your program. This

is motivation for the kids and the parents alike. When the members are motivated, challenged,

and getting consistent feedback/encouragement, their desire to keep with the program will re-

main high. This means greater membership retention. Lastly, the fact that we have measurable

results will open the doors for the athletes, coaches/teams, and pediatricians. This will help

build credibility in your program with your members and your community.



APPLICATIONDuring the first week of a new membership, a one-on-one fitness assessment will be scheduled and

conducted. The initial assessment should last roughly 20-30 minutes, capturing the new member’s

baseline level of fitness. The one-on-one assessment will allow time for clear instructions, coaching,

and feedback, and ultimately breed confidence in the child moving forward. The results should be

explained following the test, and some small goals should be formulated. Always stay positive!

After the initial assessment, monthly mass testing will be conducted for all existing members. The

mass testing will take place on a single day (2-4 hours) where all of your coaches should be available

to help out. Your circuit will remain closed during the predetermined hours, dedicating your studio

towards the testing efforts.



GOAL SETTING BANNERThe purpose of the goal-setting banner is to assess, encourage, and coach the children toward their

goals and the gold. The levels of achievement are a visible way to chart their progress. The coach

should not anticipate or demand improvements in their numbers every assessment, as this would not

be a reasonable expectation. Even professional athletes plateau with their fitness level. Ultimately, we

want to see consistent effort, attendance, and the desire to improve. This is how a child will progress

toward the gold!

Banner Ordering InfoFast Signs 4460 Redwood Hwy Suite 10 San Rafael, CA 94903 Phone: 415.507.0878 Fax: 415.507.09796’ x 12’ Banner $440.80 + $60 Shipping* You may also download the art from the portal if you have your own vendor

Banner InstructionsThe 6’x12’ banner will be mounted in the most visible location of your studio. Using Rivets, hang the banner on the wall—be sure it is level and taut. Spray glue the banner one section at a time to the wall. Then mount frame to the banner with black 2 1/2” flat crown moulding.



Distribute flyers and hang your banner in the window of your studio announcing the date, and remind 1.

kids and families as the date approaches. Have all of your ribbons, medals and certificates ready and

available to give upon completion of the test.

To sign-up for a test, a kid needs to tear off the bottom of the flyer, have their parent sign it, and return it 2.

to their coach. The coach will then grab the scheduling clipboard and find a time slot that works for parent

and child. Scheduling the kids 4 every fifteen minutes every other hour on the designated first Saturday of

the month

Follow the guidelines for administering the test found after this page.3.

Record the results on the assessment certificate of each child, including notes on the back if desired. 4.

Upon completion photocopy the certificate and give it to the child, the coach retains the original. There

is also an area on the front of the certificate where notes can be made on the copy and given to the child.

Such as “great improvment” or “practice the Fitwize 5”.

The following hour is to finish up with the kids, present them with their ribbons/medals in a quick 5.

ceremony and give the parent an update on progress. The ceremony makes the child feel special and the

parent proud.

A “Junior Coach” t-shirt will also be given for completing the 11-month goal-setting banner. Encourage the 6.

member(s) to wear his/her t-shirt to the studio, and to help assist other members in “junior coach” fash-

ion.

When a child tests for the level 1 for the second time (month 12), a JR. Kids Coach Frame should be 7.

placed behind their picture to support their achievement, determination and consistency in your program.

Follow with cleaning-up for the next group and prepare to start again!8.

After the day is done the achievment postcard is mailed out to every child. 9.

OUTLINE

JR. KIDS COACH



Thefitnessassessmentwilltakeapproximately20-30minutesperparticipant.Therewillbeonecoachandoneparticipantateverystation.Thisallowsonenewparticipanttobeginintotheas-sessmenteveryfiveminutes.

Lower Body Power: Vertical JumpStand perpendicular to the vertical jump board• Raise one hand overhead, stick magnet to the board to obtain maximal reach height. Make sure the heals and toes • remain flat on the ground.Perform a quick squat before exploding up into a jump• Place the second magnet on the board at the peak of the jump• Record the distance between the reach and jump height to the nearest ½ inch• Perform at total of 3 jumps taking the greatest height jumped as the recorded number• Allow a brief recovery period before 2nd or 3rd attempt.•

Upper Body Power: Medicine Ball ThrowRoll out a measuring tape from the base of the wall• Sit with legs straight, toes pointed toward the ceiling, feet slightly apart• Keep the head, shoulders and back against the wall• Hold a 4 lb medicine ball (MB) in the center of the chest, keep the elbows held up and out• Throw the MB to a maximum distance by explosively extending the arms/chest• Back should remain against the wall even after throwing MB• Record where the MB first lands to the nearest inch• Perform for a total of 3 throws taking the greatest distance thrown as the recorded number• Allow a brief recovery period before 2nd or 3rd attempt•

Muscular Endurance: Curl-upsPlace 2 pieces of athletic tape on a mat 8cm apart, for both the right and left hands (finger tips) to slide between• A metronome is set to a cadence of 50 beats/min (25 curl-ups per minute) so the curl-ups are performed at a controlled • pace, one beat is up, the next beat is downLie on back with the knees at 90 degrees, feet flat on the ground• With arms fully extended by the side, palms facing down, crunch up while sliding the fingers from the • edgeofthefirst

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piece of tape to the edge of the second piece of tape 8cm awayThe shoulder blades will come off the mat during the curl-up, so the trunk makes a 30-degree angle with the mat• The feet should not come off the ground at anytime nor should the feet be held by the proctor• Perform as many curl-ups as possible, or until the individual cannot keep up with the cadence with a second verbal warning• The test will also be concluded if the individual reaches a maximum of 75 quality curl-ups• Record the maximum number of curl-ups the participant performs•

Muscular Endurance: Push-upsAssume the push-up position, hands directly under the shoulders, legs together• If individual cannot perform a single standard push-up allow for modified push-ups on the knees• The hips should remain up and the back flat throughout the duration of the test• A metronome is set to a cadence 60 beats/min (30 push-ups per minute) so the push-ups are performed to a con-• trolled pace, one beat is down, the next beat is upLower the chest until there is 90 degrees of flexion in the elbows• Return to the top up push-up position with the elbows fully extended• Perform as many push-ups as possible, or until the individual cannot keep up with the cadence with a second verbal • warningRecord the maximum number of push-ups the participant performs•

Flexibility: Sit and ReachRemove shoes and sit with legs straight (locked-out), with the heals and toes pressed up against the base of the • flex-testerFully extend the arms, and place one hand on top of the other• Encourage a full exhalation, eliminating all air from the chest cavity• Slowly push the metal slider down the flex-tester with the finger tips* • Record where the base of the slider finishes to the nearest ¼ inch• Perform a total of 3 reaches taking the greatest reach as the recorded number• *Please note: Ballistic movements are counterproductive to this test and could result in a pulled muscle•

Speed & Agility: Pro-AgilitySet-up 3 cones 5 yards apart• ^---5 yds---^---5 yds--^• Begin at the middle cone• Start the clock when the individual starts moving• Run to far right cone, touch with right hand• Run to far left cone, touch with left hand• Run through middle cone, stop the clock• Allow for 3 attempts taking the fastest time as the recorded number• Allow a brief recovery period before 2nd or 3rd attempt•



Set-up- your own Fitwize 4 Kids account through Power Systems to receive 10-20% off the listing price*Contact: Ben Fox800-321-6975 ext 7894www.power-systems.com*If you are a new franchisee all testing equipment will come with your start-up package

TESTINGEQUIPMENT

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Vertical JumpWall-MountedVerticalJump Tester

$99.95

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Medicine Ball Throw4lbs.MedicineBall

$22.95

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Measuring Tape$24.95

Curl-upsMetronome

$34.95

Sit and ReachFlex-Tester

$139.95

Push-upsMetronome

$34.95

Pro-Agility3 Short Cones

Stopwatch

!* 2 Metronomes for simultaneously running testing stations is optimal.

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White level one - No RibbonWhite level two - White Ribbon

Red level one - No RibbonRed level two - Red Ribbon

Black level one - No RibbonBlack level two - Black Ribbon

Bronze level one - No MedalBronze level two - Bronze Medal

Silver level one - Silver MedalSilver level two - Gold Medal

Gold level one - Trophy

AWARDS

To be presented to child upon passing the Assessment Test

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POSTCARD

You have reacheda new achievement level!Your commitment to fi tness and nutrition will benefi t you for years to come. Thank you for being apart of the fi twize family!

CONGRATULATIONS!

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You have improved in your fitness level, had good attendance and brought a great attitude with you to Fitwize 4 Kids. We want to say thank you and congratulations for sharing this fitness achievement with us. You are living healthier and stronger!

The Fitwize 4 Kids team

CONGRATULATIONS!

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Are You Faster...Stronger...Healthier?

We are holding our monthly Assessment Test and invite you to see if you have reached your monthly fitness goals.

This month’s Assessment Test is on:Saturday, December 2nd at 3pmLocation Address | Phone

ARE YOU READY?

Name _______________________________Date____________________

Parent’s Signature _____________________________________________

Please remove this portion and give it to your coach

copyright © 2009 Fitwize 4 Kids, Inc.™

Are You Faster...Stronger...Healthier?

We are holding our monthly Assessment Test and invite you to see if you have reached your monthly fitness goals.

This month’s Assessment Test is on:

Sat, December 2nd at 3pm

Location Address | Phone

ARE YOU READY?

copyright © 2009 Fitwize 4 Kids, Inc.™

FLYER ANDBANNER

FLYER — To be distributed to all members in the studio, and made available at the check-in counter. Have the member write their name and the parent sign it. This ensures the parent is aware of the date and time of the Assessment Test.

BANNER — Hang this banner in your window, print on vinyl and leave the area for the date white. Print the date and time of each test large on white paper. Then tape it to the banner, switching it out each month.

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