KidStrong

Why KidStrong? A Purpose That Matches the Mission. Read more about how this Navy veteran turned his military discipline into daily operations and people-first leadership as a KidStrong area developer. Thanks to Ryan MacFarland and all veterans for their service! #kidstrong #growth #veteransday #franchising #franchisedevelopment #purpose #leadership https://lnkd.in/gpTkn3Tf

Former Team USA Heptathlete Jordan Wade and NFL player Shaun Wade are on deck to open more KidStrong locations in the Atlanta area. “KidStrong is in line with our family and core values,” said Jordan. “With our backgrounds, we take athletics seriously and we like the KidStrong principles for sharpening life skills.” https://lnkd.in/gKsbMqQj

Happy 10th Birthday to Us! Yes it’s a birthday, not a company anniversary. And yes we sang to ourselves. We had our very first class in Lexington, KY exactly 10 years ago and now we have 160 open centers with 35+ more centers in active development. We’re just getting started but today, we took a moment to celebrate, and eat birthday cake! #kidstrong #iamstrongiambraveicandothis #franchising #birthday #growth #cake

Matt Sharp (Founder), Joshua Patrick (SVP of Franchise Development) and Jasmine Carr (Area Developer) recently sat down with Franchise Times to talk about our foundation, rapid growth, innovation and our high-engagement approach to franchisee relationships. We're just getting started! 💪 https://lnkd.in/g4DfEi_y #kidstrong #franchising #franchisedevelopment #growth

How KidStrong Is Building Confident Kids and a Strong Franchise System https://lnkd.in/gfwwqUSm

This is why we do what we do. 💪🏼 “I have been a pediatrician for over 10 years, and since the beginning of the COVID pandemic, I’ve witnessed increasing developmental delays in children,” said Marlon Brathwaite, a pediatrician and now KidStrong area developer in South Bend, Indiana. “Having received my pediatric training prior to the COVID pandemic, and later establishing my general pediatrics practice during the pandemic, childhood social, emotional, and developmental stimulation seemed to decline, and I saw increasing screen exposure and more sedentary lifestyles in my patients.” KidStrong's approach to child development means kids participate in well-rounded development programs that build future-ready kids, not just fitness activities. This is where the brand’s enrichment philosophy shines, offering a distinct advantage in a crowded market. https://lnkd.in/g9Vh6Fzq

Our 2025 Summer Camp season is upon us with more than 50 KidStrong centers having already launched their camp season in just the first two weeks—and we’re on track to have more than 140 centers running camps by mid-summer. Based on current pacing, we’re projecting over 23,000 total enrollments this summer—a 27% increase year-over-year. This surge reflects the growing demand for high-quality, confidence-building programs for kids—and positions 2025 to be our biggest and most impactful camp season yet. 👉 Explore locations and secure your spot today: KidStrong.com/camps

✨ Proud to be featured in Franchise Times as one of the "Kid-focused Franchises on the Rise"! ✨ KidStrong has been recognized alongside other innovative children's brands making a real impact in communities across the US & Canada. What sets KidStrong apart?  Our science-based approach to children's development goes beyond traditional play-based activities. With curriculum designed by pediatric occupational therapists and child development experts, we focus on hitting crucial developmental milestones through our 45-minute classes that promote physical, mental and social-emotional growth. The numbers speak for themselves: ✅  145 locations in the US & Canada (we've opened 2 more since this interview) ✅ 45 more locations planned for 2025 ✅ Average annual sales of $1M for our top-performing franchises As co-founder Lincoln Brown shared with Franchise Times: "We really have a chance to lead this category for children, and there isn't really any direct competition to what we're building." Thank you to all our franchise partners, families and coaches who make our mission possible. Here's to building even more KidStrong kids! #KidStrong #FranchiseTimes #ChildDevelopment #Franchising #StrongerKids #ProudMoment Matt Sharp Megin Sharp Joshua Patrick Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/gK6Xydkn

📣 Record-breaking week at KidStrong HQ! 💪 We hosted 26 new Area Developers for Dev II training—4 days of powerful lectures, hands-on sessions, team challenges and serious KidStrong culture. These future leaders are now prepped and ready to open KidStrong centers across the U.S. and Canada to help even more kids WIN AT LIFE! Be on the lookout for new centers coming to: Costa Mesa, CA E 63rd Street, NYC Etobicoke, Toronto Lincoln Park, IL Nashville, TN Sacramento, CA Sioux Falls, SD South Bend, IN Stuart, FL Tustin, CA Vancouver, BC West San Jose, CA Wilmington, NC #KidStrong #LeadershipTraining #WinAtLife #KidStrongCulture #FranchiseSuccess

KidStrong will be in attendance at this years Health and Fitness Association Show. Come see us at Booth #258 and learn about opening a business that builds strong, confident and high-character kids 💪. #TheHFAShow #TheHFAShow2025 Health & Fitness Association (formerly IHRSA) Matt Sharp Joshua Patrick AJ Schuler Mackenzie Kirkpatrick