ABOUT

TEMPLE MADE FITNESS

Transforming Youth Wellness Through Movement, Literacy & Mindfulness

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OUR MISSION IS CLEAR:

To make wellness accessible, inclusive, and joyful for every child.

Especially those who need it most.

Where Our Movement Began

Temple Made Fitness began when Tony Temple and his daughter transformed a challenging season during virtual learning into a children’s wellness book. That family moment revealed a larger opportunity: helping children build confidence, healthy habits, and a love of learning through movement, literacy, and mindfulness.

Today, Temple Made Fitness designs and delivers youth wellness programs for schools and community organizations. Temple Made Foundation expands access through charitable giving, sponsorships, volunteers, and community partnerships. Together, we help more children read, move, grow, and thrive.

Why

TMF EXISTS

Children in underserved communities face barriers that directly impact their ability to thrive:

LIMITED ACCESS TO HOLISTIC WELLNESS

Many schools lack structured programs teaching movement, nutrition, and health habits.

GAPS IN SEL & MENTAL-HEALTH SUPPORT

Kids in high-trauma environments need tools to regulate emotions, build focus, and cope with stress.

LITERACY CHALLENGES

Low reading proficiency is common — our movement-based literacy tools support early reading and comprehension.

HIGH-COST YOUTH PROGRAMMING

We provide free or low-cost programs so every child can participate, regardless of income.

DISCONNECT BETWEEN SCHOOLES & COMMUNITY RESOURCES

We embed wellness directly into schools, rec centers, and after-school networks.

What Makes

TMF DIFFERENT

Integrated Movement, Literacy & SEL

We support the whole child — academically, physically, and emotionally.

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Serving Underserved Communities First

TMF operates in 40+ schools and community sites across KC.

Fully Inclusive & Adaptive

Designed for all abilities, including neurodivergent youth and students with disabilities.

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Family & Educator Engagement

We equip parents and teachers with tools that extend learning beyond our sessions.

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Innovative Funding & Partnerships

We bring corporate sponsors, zoos, and school districts together for large-scale impact.

Led By a Visionary Founder

Tony Temple’s lived experience, sports background, and community commitment shape TMF’s direction.

Our

IMPACT

Wellness books distributed across the KC metro

Children served annually

Elementary Schools Served Through Our District-Wide Read & Move It™ Partnership

Families at our annual Wellness Day

Schools visited on the Animal Movement Tour

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Seen On:

Reduced classroom conflict and behavior escalations

Increased reading engagement, emotional regulation, and focus

Wellness for

EVERY CHILD

Diversity

Black-led, culturally responsive, and reflective of the communities we serve.

Equity

Programs made accessible through grants, sponsors, and no-cost school partnerships.

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Inclusion

Adaptive movement, disability-inclusive curriculum, and partnerships with Special Olympics and mental-health organizations.

OUR TEAM

Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

Tony Temple

Founder & Executive Director

Elite athlete turned social entrepreneur. Expert in youth wellness, trauma-informed movement, SEL integration, and national partnership development. Committed to uplifting underserved youth through holistic wellness.