KidStrong
KidStrong Southside, 9726 Touchton Rd suite 304, Suite 304, Jacksonville, FL 32246
About
KidStrong is a science-based kids training program that includes weekly classes with fun activities that promote balance, coordination, strength, and agility. Classes use science-based fitness games along with puzzles, games, and mental challenges. Programming is guided by a group of experts, child development scientists, and coaches and focuses on the Whole Child Philosophy with three pillars: Strong Character, Strong Body, Strong Mind.
• Ages: Walking–11 years old
• Schedule: Each week, kids join a 45-minute class
KidStrong was founded in 2015 by Matt and Megin Sharp in Lexington, Kentucky for their daughter Ella, and they partnered with Lincoln Brown to turn the idea into a scalable business. Programming is specially designed by child development experts to improve kids’ emotional, mental, and physical skills, and classes are developmentally appropriate, fun, and challenging. All coaches are certified and professional, and kids participate in games that develop life skills like teamwork, mental toughness, and sportsmanship, as well as games designed to improve creativity, mental development, and problem-solving skills. KidStrong offers Camps, including KidStrong Camp where kids gain lifelong friendships, learn new skills, build confidence, and create unforgettable memories. The program is parent-focused and takes place in clean, modern centers. KidStrong has more than 160 locations serving more than 65,000 kids per week and has a proven business model that has generated success for franchisees in markets across the US and Canada, and it celebrated its 100th center opening with franchisee Barb Volk in Plantation, Florida.
“It’s incredible. Our daughter goes once a week, and we’ve seen her confidence skyrocket. We are truly grateful for KidStrong!” - Summer (Mom), ROCKLIN, CA
“When my son first started attending KidStrong, he was super shy and anxious. It's so funny how much he's changed and how confident he has become. I recommend and downright BRAG about this program to my friends and family. I cannot say enough good things about it.” - Jessica (Mom), NOBLESVILLE, INDIANA
“My child has speech delay and communication was difficult. When we first joined KidStrong, my child was behind but the environment motivated him. Now he’s putting effort into learning not just words but cooking, cleaning, you name it..” - Ella (Mom), SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
Last updated June 1, 2026.
• Ages: Walking–11 years old
• Schedule: Each week, kids join a 45-minute class
KidStrong was founded in 2015 by Matt and Megin Sharp in Lexington, Kentucky for their daughter Ella, and they partnered with Lincoln Brown to turn the idea into a scalable business. Programming is specially designed by child development experts to improve kids’ emotional, mental, and physical skills, and classes are developmentally appropriate, fun, and challenging. All coaches are certified and professional, and kids participate in games that develop life skills like teamwork, mental toughness, and sportsmanship, as well as games designed to improve creativity, mental development, and problem-solving skills. KidStrong offers Camps, including KidStrong Camp where kids gain lifelong friendships, learn new skills, build confidence, and create unforgettable memories. The program is parent-focused and takes place in clean, modern centers. KidStrong has more than 160 locations serving more than 65,000 kids per week and has a proven business model that has generated success for franchisees in markets across the US and Canada, and it celebrated its 100th center opening with franchisee Barb Volk in Plantation, Florida.
“It’s incredible. Our daughter goes once a week, and we’ve seen her confidence skyrocket. We are truly grateful for KidStrong!” - Summer (Mom), ROCKLIN, CA
“When my son first started attending KidStrong, he was super shy and anxious. It's so funny how much he's changed and how confident he has become. I recommend and downright BRAG about this program to my friends and family. I cannot say enough good things about it.” - Jessica (Mom), NOBLESVILLE, INDIANA
“My child has speech delay and communication was difficult. When we first joined KidStrong, my child was behind but the environment motivated him. Now he’s putting effort into learning not just words but cooking, cleaning, you name it..” - Ella (Mom), SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
Last updated June 1, 2026.
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