First, the instructors should be well trained, with special understanding of early childhood. The equipment should be child-sized and created with children in mind. (No equipment designed for adults – like barbells – and then miniaturized for kids.) Finally, the program must have a philosophy of fun first – of play, as opposed to regimen.

Beware of programs that promise to improve your child's physical prowess, "accelerate" his skill development, or get him "pumped up" (increase his muscle strength). The first two aren't physically possible. The final promise is somewhat of a possibility, but "strength training" isn't appropriate for children under 12.

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