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Nutrition Science

A hands-on introduction to Nutrition Science, designed for students who play sports, love science, or want to establish healthy habits.

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Age Groups
1st–5th grade
Tuition
$180/month
Sep–May
Start Date
September 2026
Schedule
Right after the school bell (varies by school)
Instructor
Certified Nutrition Coach or related college study

We partner with your school to use a classroom right after the bell — your child walks straight from their school day into class. The exact schedule varies by school and will be shared through your school's flyer and in the registration form.

Students sharing a healthy lunch together Students preparing fruits and vegetables Students in a hands-on cooking class

Who is this for? Why is nutrition education so important?

For Health Enthusiasts

Many people start learning about nutrition as an adult, while taste and habits are formed in the early years of life. Childhood eating habits set a trajectory for lifelong physical and mental wellness. Early diets shape adult metabolic health, prevent chronic conditions, and directly impact cognitive and emotional development. We'll help your family build habits around well-being that last a lifetime.

For Athletes

Excelling at youth sports takes more than talent or hours of training. Being a great athlete requires understanding how the body uses nutrition as fuel — an understanding that informs day-to-day eating habits and food decisions made for training and competition.

For Science Enthusiasts

Nutrition Science is one of the most under-taught STEM subjects, despite being highly practical for everyday life. It may be touched on briefly in other subjects like home economics or cooking, but not in a way that's deep, current, and fun. This course can lay the foundation for science-motivated kids who go on to become biochemists or physicians focused on wellness and disease prevention.

Course Curriculum

34 lessons across 7 units, one school year (September–May).

Unit 1Nutrition Science & The Athlete
1.Nutrition Science and Athletic Performance
Course kickoff, athlete identity as any mover/exerciser & nutrition science intro
2.The 5 Food Groups & Portion Size Using Your Hand
Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein & dairy, nuts & fats — simple hand portion sizing for kids
3.Building the Athlete's Plate by Hours of Exercise
Hands-on plate-proportion model build
Unit 2Macronutrients — Your Body's Fuel
4.Carbohydrates — Quick vs. Lasting Energy: Refined vs. Whole Grains
Grain anatomy, energy & timing of carbs for athletes
5.Eating the Rainbow — Fruits & Vegetables
Color variety, tasting session & new food exploration plan
6.Protein — Building & Repairing Muscles
Animal vs. plant protein, recovery
7.Fats — Good Fats, Bad Fats
Unsaturated vs. saturated, why fat matters
8.Build a Balanced Athlete Snack
Applied macronutrient design project
9.Macronutrient Balance — Growing Tall and Strong
Team trivia challenge (mash-up review game)
Unit 3Micronutrients & Other Helpers
10.Vitamins — Your Body's Little Helpers
Vitamin roles + food sources
11.Minerals — Calcium, Iron & Strong Bones for Growth & Performance
Bone health, iron & energy
12.Micronutrient Detective
Applied sorting/matching challenge
13.Fiber & Gut Health
How fiber supports digestion & strategies to eat more fiber
Unit 4Labels, Media & Processed Foods
14.Why Food Spoils: Microorganisms — Food Safety & Hygiene
Washing, storing, and handling food
15.How to Read a Food Label — Simple Calculation of Energy
Label components, serving size & kitchen scale experiments
16.GI & GL Food Detective — Finding Hidden Sugar
Added sugar detection activity
17.Advertising Tricks — How Media Sells Us Food
Media literacy for food marketing
18.Minimally vs. Highly Processed Foods — Sorting Challenge
Levels of processing, balance not fear
Unit 5Your Fuel System
19.Hunger, Thirst & Energy Signals
Body awareness
20.Why Water Wins & Electrolytes for Athletes
Hydration basics, smart fluid choices — reading drink labels
21.The Journey of Food — Digestive System
Organs, path of digestion
22.What Is Metabolism? Fueling Growth
Metabolism basics, growth & energy use
23.Sleep, Rest & Building Healthy Habits
How sleep and emotions affect nutrition choices & health
24.Stress & Emotions — Coping Strategies
Habit formation, personal goal-setting
Unit 6Fueling for Sport
25.Pre-Game Fuel — Eating Before Activity
Pre-activity nutrition strategy, energy storage
26.Fueling During Activity — Snacks & Fluids
In-game snacks & fluids, tasting session
27.Recovery Eating — After the Game
Post-activity protein + carb recovery
28.Build My Game-Day Snack Box
Applied project: planning a snack for the week
29.Planning a Week of Athlete Meals
Simple weekly meal/snack planning
Unit 7Mindset, Habits & Showcase
30.Taste Changes — Trying New Foods
Tasting session, peer modeling
31.Every Body Is Different — Body Image Basics
Destigmatized, positive body talk
32.Kitchen Science Fun I
Exploring food reactions & healthy kid-friendly recipes
33.Kitchen Science Fun II
Exploring food reactions & healthy kid-friendly recipes
34.Personal Nutrition Playbook & Showcase Celebration
Prepare playbooks & bring them home to family for a showcase

The Outcomes

  • Enhanced sport performance — a young athlete taking charge of their own food choices, rather than relying on parents, can help them reach a new level of competitiveness.
  • Support for picky eaters — tasting sessions introduce kids to superfoods alongside their friends. Peer modeling helps kids feel more open to trying new foods once they understand the importance of a diverse diet.
  • Lifelong skills — kids learn how to make nutrition decisions that improve their health for life.
Disclaimer: The Future Curriculum (TFC) is an education resource. Our curriculum focuses on nutrition learning and coaching only, and is not intended to diagnose, cure, or treat any disease. Parents are advised to do their own research and consult with their healthcare provider(s) on those matters.

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