Something for the Kids
It’s due to modern technology and other changes in society trends that………………
Playing in on play stations is the new playing out, getting up to turn the television over is a thing of the past.
"And who walks to school or makes dens in the woods nowadays anyway? "
As a result of new wave technology and modern conveniences we have developed a nation of sedentary children.
Bring back good old fashioned play time and fun activities!
Fitkid the background
FitKid is a national leading provider of Qualification Standard Training to those teaching fitness classes to children. With years of experience in Children’s health and fitness, Fitkid clubs provide exercise that is enjoyable for your children. The classes are structured and interactive, allowing children to express themselves and develop a wide range of skills.
FitKid aims to help children to become more active and learn the fundamentals of safe exercise and a healthy diet through fun fitness activities delivered by qualified staff.
Activate Health staff are fully qualified Fitkid Teachers with over 15 years experience in teaching children sports, exercise and health related activities. Other specific sports related qualifications are also held by the staff, this enables us to offer a wider variety of activities and sports, catering for all age groups.
These can be delivered in a variety of venues and environments.
E.g. Sports centres, village halls, playing fields, community centres, schools, youth clubs.
All staff hold relevant up to date insurance, 1st aid and CRB certificates and are currently on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) at Advanced level 3.
Note: Group numbers are limited due to insurance recommendations and health & safety standards.
Help to develop a healthier generation.
Activate kids-Education and Activity Sessions
The programme provides a fun, structured and practical approach to delivering learning. The health and activity principles are linked to the National Curriculum requirements in Science, English, Music and Physical Education. This is delivered to key stage 1 & 2 levels.
A theme is used to promote the education, physical activity and well being sessions; it is a 6 week rolling programme lasting 45 minutes per session covering the following topics:
- Exercise the Benefits
- Nutrition
- Muscles
- Skeleton
- The Heart
- Recap Quiz, fun session and Presentation
The aims of the programme are to:
- Deliver a knowledge of Physiology and Anatomy
- Encourage positive attitudes to Health and Wellbeing
- Provide safe, effective, enjoyable exercise sessions
- Offer a structured programme with certification of attendance
Some of the main objectives for the participants are as follows:
- Have a understanding of Physiology and Anatomy
- Increase body awareness and self esteem
- Understand the principles of a healthy diet
- Reduce misconception surrounding exercise and well being
- Participate in activities that encourage social interaction and team building
The activities are relevant to the education delivered at the start of each session. Activate Kids programmes are available to schools (outside the borough of Telford & Wrekin), nurseries and play groups, sports centres, play schemes and clubs such as Brownies and Cubs.
Less able bodied or children with learning disabilities will also benefit from the programmes, education sessions and activities can be adapted to meet their needs and requirements.
Appropriate foot wear and clothing is required, it doesn’t have to be expensive sports wear.
Happy Healthy Children
If you are interested in the pricing structure and delivery methods or would like more information on this service please contact us
Tel: 01952 252205
email activatehealth@aol.com
TOP Tots
The back ground
TOP Tots was developed by the Youth Sport Trust, a registered charity committed to bringing sport to life for young people. It aims to introduce simple games to children aged 18 months to three years. The youth Sport Trust has created TOP Tots as the first of a series of progressive programmes offering children the opportunity to develop a range of physical skills and to help them be active in the future.
The sessions
All the activities are designed for a child and a helper; they can be modified to cater for more than one child per helper, although numbers are restricted due to guide lines and health & safety standards. The activities encourage children to play alongside each other or work independently, and children that don’t always participate still learn from watching and digesting what’s going on around them.
Each activity can be made easier or harder this makes the activities different, more accessible or challenging.
Opportunities of fun, enjoyment, development skills and success are given within the framework of the learning programme.
The areas covered in the early learning framework for physical development are:
- Basic motor skills – moving around in different ways (mobility)
- Spatial awareness – knowing where you are and what shapes your body can make
- Co-ordination and control – physical control and balance
- Aiming, predicting and estimating – rolling, throwing and aiming
These areas will encourage development in personal, social, emotional, linguistic and creative skills establishing positive attitudes to activity and a healthier lifestyle.
More information
The sessions can be delivered in nursery schools, play schools, and mother and toddlers groups. Activate Health staff are trained by a TOP Start training provider and have other relevant qualifications and experience in working with children. All have current 1st aid and insurance certificates and have up to date CRB approval.
Sports clothing and foot wear is not required, but the children and adults must be in appropriate comfortable attire, good health and safety standards are essential.