How have we evolved?
Formed on Christmas Day 2011, Fit To Play sports academy began its mission to inculcate a lifelong love for keeping fit, while also grooming the leaders of tomorrow through values such as teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship. Each unique and specially designed fitness programme introduces boys and girls to the wonderful world of sports. We kicked off with a special focus on Singapore's favourite game, football.
We truly believe that we are different in many ways. In addition to all the good things that most sports academies dish out, we have a unique family-like environment which gives our Fittoplay kids and even their parents a sense of belonging. Our coaches' strategy is to first work on winning their hearts and gaining their respect. This allows them to enjoy every session stress-free because the best way to learn is the fun way! We will, from time to time, enter the kids for junior football friendlies and tournaments, to expose them to the competitive aspect of the game. We also tailor a personal training regime for your child, concentrating on specific footballing skills and techniques, physical and stamina conditioning and most importantly, peak performance coaching.
OUR VISION
is for the children of Singapore discovering a broader perspective on life away from home. There is so much to learn from nature, yet our children often live very sheltered lives. Heading to the great outdoors will allow them to discover its boundless beauty and develop essential survival skills.
WHATS IMPORTANT
The children of Singapore learning to be survivors in an uncompromising world. Champions in every field, be it academic or athletic, all have something in common, that is to have a positive mindset and the self-belief and ability to turn any situation in one’s favor.
OUR MISSION
To take children into unfamiliar territory and bring them back with a fresh understanding of the outside world and new appreciation for their own. Through stress-free learning, team-bonding activities, trekking in natural habitats and even the chance to miss their families for a little while, we allow children to explore their freedom and independence, whilst discovering the responsibilities it comes with.
GROWING WITH CARE
Quality time with our partners allow us to understand them better, we talk to them not as superiors but as a guiding figures with a listening ear. We want to grow with every child into one that is confident, independent, strong and happy. Through fun activities, challenging games and heart-to-heart contact time, we impart vital core values and life skills, encourage divergent thinking and a thirst for knowledge. We are coaches on and off the pitch.
“All our coaches are trained to understand
- NLP
- 7 Laws of Attraction for Kids
- 7 Habits of A Happy Child &
- Flipped Classroom””
NLP for kids can them to shift from a negative emotion to a positive powerful emotion. In this technique Nicole Schneider from Global NLP. Training is adapted from a technique for adults to one more suitable for kids.
Did you know? Many elite athletes and sports professionals, say the mental aspects of sport make the difference between being a champion or not; As little as 1% can be the difference between being a world champion and being ranked 50th in the world.
“We have always emphasized and believe that children learn best when they are having fun,
playing organised games, bringing out the athlete in them and building their self-confidence along the way.
So many today begin the stressful cycle of school, tuition classes and examinations at an early age. During their free time, they may spend hours in front of the television set, playing videogames or tapping away on their mobile devices. Yet we all know that to excel in all areas of life, growing children and teenagers need to breathe fresh air and spend time with friends offline. "
— Gerard Thomas a.k.a Coach Jerry
As fittoplay.sg and its young athletes continue to thrive, we picked up on a pattern that too many children were ‘book smart’ but lacking in skills and knowledge that are needed in everyday life. Our goal is to build supreme confidence within your child.
To allow a physical challenge rather than an academic one they face daily, we have come up with affordable sessions throughout our academy, no matter what age you are. We strive to develop children to face the challenges of school life.
The competitive nature and intense pressure that often comes with team sports may make parents think twice about allowing their children to take part.
Before you completely write off team sports, though, consider the many social, psychological and academic benefits that can be enjoyed just by taking part in a sport as a member of the team.
Numerous studies show that there are an extraordinary number of benefits children gain by taking part in team sports. Benefits can range from higher grades and a desire to succeed in school to the ability to develop strong, supportive relationships with others.
“Fittoplay’s purpose is to give preschoolers an advantage over their peers when they enter primary one, preparing them in what to expect and making the transition easier. ”