Get your kids off the couch

School holidays are a great time to get your kids active and choosing some of our school holiday programs will ensure they have fun and learn skills at the same time.

But, its not only during the school holidays that your kids should be active. Creating a life pattern for them whilst they are young will be of huge benefit in their adult years. As parents, it is our responsibility to set good habits early on and help them develop the skills they need to stay active throughout their lives.

How much activity do kids need?

Kids and teens should get at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day.

To help kids and teens be active every day, they need opportunities for sport, play and exercise at school, after school and on weekends, as well as during the school holidays.

Physical activity doesn’t all have to happen at the one time. It can be accumulated throughout the day; by walking or riding to and from school, getting involved in activities at school, active and creative play at home or taking part in an organised sport after school and on weekends.

Research tell us that kids and teens should do strengthening activities at least three days out of a seven day week.  Strengthening activities, such as gymnastics, climbing, jumping, running or playing tug-o-war, help to build muscle and strong bones.