“Anytime you can get a group
of teachers to sweat during summer
vacation, you know you have the
talent to motivate. I took a week
intensive graduate course called
the Science of Exercise with Gail.
Her enthusiasm for the topic was
matched by her excitement to work
with us. Everyday she developed
all-day lesson plans that varied in
intensity throughout the day. She
challenged us with home projects
and then turned the class over to
us to teach at various times. She
had us dancing, jumping, stretching,
playing games, lifting and laughing
at the energy she was able to ignite
in us. Each one of us left with a new
appreciation for exercise and a self-
assessment well beyond our initial
expectations. Gail truly has a passion
for fitness and the ability to diplo-
matically deliver it to ALL ability levels.”
C. Grant Athletic Director MILLIS, MA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FIRE UP YOUR FITNESS TEACHERS: Courses for Wellness Coordinators and Physical Educators The ultimate goals are to teach kids to value their health with basic knowledge of fitness, gain self-acceptance and find pleasure in both fitness and healthful eating.
Fitness and Wellness Techniques: How to Create Successful Programs A hands-on approach to design a wellness and fitness program for grades K-12 physical educators. Learn skills and fundamentals of health and fitness programs that instill the values of wellness to create a more stimulating environment. Participants will be introduced and updated on how to conduct basic aerobic and dance programs to improve cardiovascular conditioning. Teachers will learn how to teach multi-level skills and custom designed programs to meet the needs of the students. In addition, participants will engage in health and wellness strategies as a personal benefit for themselves.
.Manage Stress through Fitness and Wellness Programs A hands-on approach to design a fitness, nutrition and stress management program that instill the concepts of wellness. This interactive, dynamic and practical workshop will equip teachers with fun new techniques and tools to develop progressive programs for lifelong learning. Activities will include the use of props with the latest trends on strength and flexibility to create a more stimulating school environment. Insight will be gained through mind-body techniques to help students improve academic performance, self-esteem and reduce stress. There is enough evidence to show that healthier kids reduce stress and depression, are more likely to show up for school and improve academic performance.
