Our Team FFA

Founder – Art McDermott

I believe every family deserves the chance to build a foundation of lifelong health—together. That’s why I founded the Family Fitness Association: to equip families with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to create lasting wellness habits.

With over 40 years in health and fitness, I’ve worked with everyone from elite athletes to busy parents and growing kids. I’m a Certified Nutritionist, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Brain Health Specialist, and a Certified Master Life Coach. I’ve spent years helping individuals, families, and corporations build sustainable wellness programs, always with a science-backed, real-world approach.

I’ve seen firsthand that health is a family affair. Habits—good or bad—are passed down, shaping how future generations eat, move, and think about wellness.

My mission is simple: to help families prioritize fitness and health at every stage of life, so parents and kids alike develop strong, positive habits that last.

My approach is practical, engaging, and built for real life. Whether it’s through interactive coaching, easy-to-follow fitness plans, or my work as an author and speaker, I make wellness something families can enjoy—not just another task on the to-do list.

And if weight loss is a goal, my clients have collectively shed over 6,000 pounds while building strength, confidence, and resilience.

My career highlights include:

  • Founder – Successful Aging Academy

  • Founder – National Corporate Fitness Institute

  • Former Adjunct Professor – University of Massachusetts – Lowell, College of Health Sciences

  • Author of 5 Books on Aging, Fitness, and Wellness

  • 5-Time NCAA All-American in Track & Field & U.S. National Team Member

  • Featured on Huffington Post, NBC, Fox, The Boston Globe, and more

At the Family Fitness Association, we believe in simple, consistent changes that add up to big results. Because when families commit to wellness together, they create a legacy of health that lasts for generations.

Let’s get moving. Stronger families start here.

Mission Statement

  • To empower families to build lifelong health habits through fun, accessible, and community-driven fitness and wellness programs.

  • We inspire parents to lead by example, helping children develop a love for movement, healthy eating, and emotional well-being.

  • Our goal is to make family health simple, sustainable, and enjoyable—creating stronger families and healthier generations.

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