Engaging extracurricular activities for children, from sports and arts to hobbies and creative pursuits, designed to build confidence, skills, teamwork and creativity.
While traditional sports remain popular, Atlantic County offers innovative and accessible activities, from archery to outdoor exploration, that support children’s physical and mental development, helping families find engaging options beyond screens and snacks. For many Atlantic County families, the real…
Canada’s approach to making soccer affordable and accessible, driven by organisational structure and community investment, highlights a potential blueprint for other youth sports seeking greater participation and inclusivity amid rising costs and participation drop-offs. Canadian soccer is offering a useful…
A subsidised sports camp programme at Camp Adair in Auckland aims to make outdoor experiences accessible and empowering for all young people, emphasising teamwork, confidence, and new sports beyond traditional competition. Hundreds of Auckland students are spending September away from…
A University of Minnesota-led study highlights the potential of real-life mentoring relationships to improve teenagers’ physical activity and mental well-being, offering a promising approach amidst post-pandemic challenges. A University of Minnesota-led study suggests that mentoring may help teenagers build healthier…
Parents are advised to clarify what gear their children need for different cricket programmes, considering format and safety, to ensure a smooth start and continued enjoyment in the sport. Before buying a single bat or pad, families are usually better…
Emerging scientific studies reveal that skateboarding, beyond its cultural image, enhances skills such as attention, balance, and resilience, with promising implications for adults and children with ADHD. Skateboarders have long been told they will “grow out of it”. But the…
Studio You and Nike have expanded their collaboration with new longer PE sessions designed to make sport more inclusive and enjoyable for girls aged 11 to 16, addressing the gender activity gap with co-created, flexible content. Studio You has expanded…
Research indicates that adolescents who exercise for intrinsic reasons or personal value are more physically active, highlighting the importance of motivation in promoting healthy habits among young people. A new study in Frontiers in Psychology suggests that adolescents who are…
Sports medicine specialists and paediatric groups warn that teens focusing on a single sport year-round face higher risks of overuse injuries, emphasising the importance of varied sport participation and proper recovery. Teens who train in the same sport all year…
Egypt’s Health and Population Ministry highlights the dangers of heavy and poorly packed schoolbags, urging parents to adopt safer carrying habits amid the back-to-school season. Egypt’s Health and Population Ministry is urging parents to take a closer look at schoolbags…
In Boise, a summer programme transforms traditional camp experiences by empowering teenagers as STEM mentors while inspiring younger children with physics activities that also foster confidence and future career interests. On a smoky summer afternoon in Boise, a Parks and…
A new study reveals that postponing teenage swimmers’ early morning training from 7:00am to 9:00am extends sleep by an hour but does not significantly enhance recovery or race times, highlighting ongoing challenges of balancing adolescent sleep needs with sports demands.…
