Kid's Stuff - MVP Sports

Kid’s Stuff 411

As parents, we know that the more information the better! When it comes to all you need to know before visiting Kid’s Stuff, we have the answers!

Who can use Kid's Stuff?: Kid’s Stuff is for children from 0-11 years who are child members of MVP Athletic Club or guests of members. Guests are subject to normal rules, regulations and time limits.
When is Kid's Stuff open?: Kid’s Stuff is open from 8:30am-8:30pm Monday through Friday, and 8:00am-6:00pm on Saturday and 12:00-6:00pm on Sunday. Children can be checked into Kid’s Stuff one time per day, for up to three hours if they are over 18 months of age. Babies under 18 months are limited to a two hour stay.
How do I check in Kid's Stuff?: First time visitors will be asked to fill out a Child Profile Form. On this form you will list who is authorized to “pick up” your children from Kid’s Stuff. We also ask that you inform us about anything that could affect your child’s stay with us. Is your child shy or hesitant to try new activities? Is your child on medication or prone to seizures? Does your child react to ant bites, bee stings, or have other allergies? Has your child recently recovered from an injury or surgery? Share with us anything you feel might be important. You will sign your child in, and exchange their membership card for a pager. If you do not have your child’s membership card, temporary cards are available at the Service Desk, but will not be issued on a continual basis. Members may be asked to have a replacement card printed. When you sign your children in, please list each child on a separate line. You may not leave the Athletic Club grounds while your child is in Kid’s Stuff. The person picking up your child must return the assigned pager, and must be authorized on the child profile form to make the pick-up. This could take some coordinating if family members or spouses are in different areas of the club. Your membership card or driver’s license is required for pick up. Please understand that this is for the safety of all children here! If someone other than the parent/guardian is making the pick up - they must be listed on the Child Profile Form, must be at least 18 years of age, and must present a photo I.D. Members that return to Kid’s Stuff for their children without proper identification will be charged to have a new ID printed before the children can be checked out.
Can my child bring a friend to Kid's Stuff?: Sure! We love to have visitors in Kid’s Stuff! Go first to the main service desk to register the guest and pay the applicable guest fee. Bring the VISITOR card to Kid’s Stuff. Unlike adult guests, children are not limited to the number of times they can be guests annually.
How many team members work in Kid's Stuff at one time?: This number is constantly changing. During anticipated busy times, we staff between 5 and 6 people. During quieter mid afternoon times, we may have 2 to 4 team members on duty. All Team Members are “on call” and can be summoned to help out at any time. The Manager on Duty can also step in. Shift modifications are made when we notice a change in facility usage. Morning hours tend to be the busiest.
What to wear: The only requirement we have is that children be in tennis shoes (sneakers) for gym play. We prefer that all children wear athletic shoes. Kids will not be permitted if they are wearing crocs, sandals, flip-flops, cleats or boots (no wet boots in the winter, please). Dress your child in play clothes that allow for freedom of movement…and consider too, that paint, playdough, glitter and glue are used in the art area. Please don’t send your children in brand new clothes!
Do I need to make a reservation for my infant?: Yes, we ask that you do call ahead if you have a baby under 12 months. If you just show up with your baby, and the infant area is already full, you may be asked to wait until a baby is checked out. We will certainly do what we can to shift staff members around to accommodate your baby, but a reservation will help us prepare from our end. Please call 616-594-7002 even if it’s just as you are heading out of the house to come to the gym! Infant reservations may be made up to 12 hours in advance.
Will you feed my infant?: We are not able to guarantee feedings at specific times. Babies are coming and going from Kid’s Stuff at all times – and it might be impossible to provide the one-on-one attention required to give a bottle. If you are concerned about your baby being on a specific schedule, please return to Kid’s Stuff for the feeding, or schedule your workout at a different time. We will do everything we can to meet your baby’s needs, but please understand that when things get busy in here, it might not be possible to give a bottle. If necessary, we will page you for a feeding. Please write out any specific instructions on an extra nametag, and make sure bottles and cups are clearly labeled! We are not able to spoon feed or give babies “snacks” while they are checked into Kid’s Stuff.
Do you change diapers?: We ask that you feed and change your baby before you check them into Kid’s Stuff. When time permits we will gladly change diapers. Please be sure to bring a diaper bag and a change of clothes if you have small children. Make sure that the diaper bag is clearly identified.
If I am in a rush to get to a class can I drop my child off with lunch/dinner?: Food is not permitted in Kid’s Stuff. You can check your child out of Kid’s Stuff and take him/her to the front cafe for a snack – but we do not allow food to be eaten in Kid’s Stuff. If you send your child with a water bottle or sippy cup, please make certain it is labeled! Unidentified drink containers/bottles that are left behind will be thrown away.
Can my child bring toy(s) from home?: Please discourage your child from bringing personal items from home. We cannot accept responsibility for lost or broken toys. We turn over quite a collection of unclaimed items to “Lost and Found” every day. We prefer that children be checked into Kid’s Stuff “empty-handed”. Toys brought in from home frequently cause friction among other children.
What about sick kids?: Kid’s Stuff will make every effort possible to protect the health and safety of the children. We will exercise the right to deny admittance to any child who appears to be in poor (contagious) health. Please do not bring your children to Kid’s Stuff if they have a runny nose, rash, conjunctivitis, swollen glands, nausea, diarrhea, sore throat, chicken pox blisters, or have experienced fever within the last 24 hours! If you check in to Kid’s Stuff and your child shows signs of illness – we will page you and ask that you check your child out.
Do you offer anything for "older" kids?: We understand that ‘big kids’ sometimes aren’t thrilled about coming to “daycare”. We’ve set aside special privileges for children 7 years and older; they can use the "Wii" room for video gaming, legos and board games - (a great escape if they’ve had too much of the little people!) Room not open at all times. It will be open based on volume of older kids in Kid's Stuff and staff coverage.
How secure is Kid's Stuff?: The Kid’s Stuff areas are for children only! As a rule, Club members or visitors without children are not to be in the Kid’s Stuff areas unless they are escorted by a Team Member. There is one way in, and one way out. All other doors are alarmed or locked. Unauthorized persons will not be permitted to enter the gated areas.

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