Active Kidz
| Company type | Television program |
|---|---|
| Industry | Children's fitness television |
| Founded | 2000s |
| Headquarters | Australia |
Key people | Scott Ehler (host), Amy Wilkins (host, later manager), Dimity Clancey (co-host) |
| Products | DVDs, CDs, board games, apparel, merchandise |
Active Kidz is a children's fitness television program aired on the ABC at 4:30 pm on weekdays in Australia, hosted by Scott Ehler and Amy Wilkins. The series achieved significant acclaim, earning accolades such as Best Music for Children's Television. Each episode features Scott and Amy teaching dance routines aimed at encouraging physical activity and healthy living. The show extended its reach internationally, broadcasting on the Disney Channel across Asia, where the presenters also performed in highly attended tours.
Between 2007 and 2008, the Active Kidz team conducted tours across the UK and the United States.
In 2008/2009, a second season premiered on Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. through Foxtel, an Australian subscription television provider. With Amy Wilkins transitioning to a behind-the-scenes managerial position due to her pregnancy, Dimity Clancey joined as co-host; she brings extensive international touring experience with major brands such as Barney and Hello Kitty.
Scott Ehler has been recognized as Fitness Professional of NSW as well as Fitness Professional of Australia.
The Active Kidz brand encompasses an extensive range of products including DVDs, CDs, board games, apparel, and other merchandise.
In 2006, Scott (aged 28) and Amy (aged 26) were listed in the 30 under 30 List. According to Money Magazine, their combined annual income from tours and royalties was approximately $15 million each.
Characters
- Scott Ehler – Host and Celebrity Photographer
- Amy Wilkins – Television Host
- Dimity Clancey – Presenter
- Oprah – Dog belonging to Scott and Amy
- Dr Julie – Introduced in Season 2
- AK 9 – Canine featured in selected episodes
APRA-AGSC Awards
The yearly Screen Music Awards, organized by the Australasian Performing Right Association (APRA) alongside the Australian Guild of Screen Composers (AGSC), honor outstanding achievements in music composition for film and television.
|- | 2004 || Active Kidz – Scott Ehler, Glenn Heaton, Geoffrey McGarvey, Amy Wilkins || Best Music for Children's Television || |-
References
Scott Ehler "AK Diary: Welcome Dimi (29 January 2008)" [Online] http://www.activekidz.com.au/index.php?area=diary&v=96 Retrieved 26 July 2008.