Kids Leading Kids empowers young minds through vibrant leadership training to ignite the potential of children aged 7-14, propelling them to become influential peer leaders in activities that fuel their passions.

Our Founder's background

Fitness Expert and Leadership Coach, Saran leads with passion and energy!  She is the embodiment of an active lifestyle enthusiast and a leader in the community.  Through her experience as a former fitness contributor on NBC 5 in Chicago, Fitness & Leadership Coach on MTV's "I Used To Be Fat," Saran has amassed skills like effective communication, creativity, confidence, and empathy.  She also learned along the way to lead with kindness, laughter, inclusivity and knowledge.

With a background as a collegiate track and field athlete, a professional football league running back, and a seasoned competitor in fitness competitions, Saran's journey in fitness is nothing short of inspiring. An absolute force on and off the field, Saran has graced stages across the country. Her magnetic presence and passion for wellness and leadership make her a sought-after speaker. Her talks encompass a wide range of topics, from the transformative power of fitness to the significance of a growth-mindset.

What’s her most impactful role? By far, being an active Mom! From day one, Saran laid the foundation for her daughter's active lifestyle, as she believes for kids to lead an active life as adults, they must first enjoy it as a kid.  So that's exactly what she set out to do, she wanted her daughter to try new activities, test her abilities, overcome obstacles and to build up resilience. They embark on countless adventures together, from 5k races to bike rides, roller skating, double dutch jump roping, and healthy cooking - they do it all! Her passion extends beyond her family, as she's committed to imparting her wisdom not only to her daughter but to all children through "Kids Leading Kids", where she believes kids can be the change-makers for their peers.  Kids leading kids is the future and it starts with leadership and a healthy mind and body.

Join Saran on a journey of leadership, fitness, and the joy of being active!