Razzamataz and Bannatyne working together for family fitness

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Razzamataz and Bannatyne working together for family fitness

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29/07/10

Razzamataz and Bannatyne working together for family fitness

Razzamataz Theatre School is launching its new family fitness service, starting from Saturday 21st August 2010, within Bannatynes in Ayr.

Dragons’ Den multi-millionaire businessman Duncan Bannatyne has been working with Razzamataz Theatre School since Denise Hutton-Gosney, a Carlisle-based entrepreneur, appeared on the show in January 2007 and he offered her the full investment. The classes for children, which consist of dance and drama, have been specifically tailored to fit within ’ clubs, and aim to put more of a focus on improving the fitness of the entire family, and the child’s confidence levels and social skills.

Parents are encouraged to set a good example in endorsing the need for daily physical activity. The idea being if your child sees that you are physically active and that you have fun doing it, he or she is more likely to be active throughout their life. “The fact is that in the UK three quarters of a million children are classified obese*,” explained Razzamataz director Denise Hutton-Gosney. “Razzamataz stands for ‘ebullient energy’ and that is the quality we encourage in all our pupils. Ebullient energy impacts positively on every aspect of a child’s life. Physical fitness levels are increased, positive mental attitudes are supported and confidence and self-esteem produce a definable inner light and sense of achievement.”

Research from NCH (formerly National Children’s Homes) has revealed that children living with overweight or obese parents are more likely to be overweight themselves. 19.8% of children living in households where both parents were either overweight or obese were themselves obese, compared with 6.7% of children living in households where neither parents were overweight or obese, and 8.4% of children living in households where one of the two parents was overweight or obese. This research clearly shows that parental guidance and setting a good example to children is paramount in promoting positive attitudes to diet and exercise.

Working together to create family fitness is something of which Denise Hutton-Gosney, Duncan Bannatyne and his chain of Health Clubs are fully supportive. “We want to inspire families to enjoy working out together and to make exercise something that is easily incorporated into their everyday lives,” said Denise Hutton-Gosney. “We understand that it is not always possible to arrange childcare so you can go to the gym, and many parents and carers spend much of their time driving children from one activity to another. Razzamataz at Bannatynes is a great opportunity for all the family to enjoy exercising and having fun in the one place.”

As well as improving health and fitness, participation in theatre arts has been shown to benefit children in many different areas as they acquire life and performance skills. Theatre trained individuals are identified as having transferable skills such as good interviewing technique – massively important for older children in the job market which additionally teaches self-discipline and the ability to work as a team.

The launch of Razzamataz in Ayr follows the success of Razzamataz classes at Bannatynes Health Club, Durham. “We were incredibly pleased with the collaboration in Durham,” explained Denise. “From busy mums, who promised themselves to get fit but have never found the time, to grandfathers who are getting fit for the first time, the set up allows the children to be safe, happy and having fun at Razzamataz, while the adults get to do their own work out, have a swim or simply unwind with a massage.”

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