


19 simple ways to raise kids who love being active
As a mom, I’ve tried to nurture my children’s love of movement and physical activity. Here are my best tips for parents.

5 group games from memory lane to pass on to your kids
You’ll likely remember these five classic games from your own childhood. Teach your kids these fun new-to-them games, and then play along with them!

10 ways to get kids active at your school
Given the need for physical distancing, it can feel challenging to get kids active at school, but it’s not impossible! Try these activity ideas.

Get active in your neighbourhood with Explore Your 2.4
The Explore Your 2.4 program encourages children to get outdoors, explore their neighbourhoods, and spend more time in independent play.

Walk or bike to school for happier, healthier kids
With the start of the school year fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about how to get our kids to school. Recently, there’s been a significant push for active school travel (AST). Programs are popping up across Canada to identify routes and educate students and their parents on safe active transportation. In Alberta, Ever … Continued

Six affordable summer fun activity ideas
The end of the school year is quickly approaching and summer is just around the corner. As a parent, you may be feeling “end-of-year stress,” especially when you contemplate the cost of summer camps, family vacations, and other expensive summer activities. To help you keep your budget in check, we asked our AFL role models for ideas for how to spend … Continued

Tips for encouraging your child to embrace PE class
Of my three children, two of them love competition, working up a sweat, and getting out of breath. My daughter on the other hand? Not so much. And that’s probably one of the reasons she says that she “hates” her physical-education (PE) class. Hate is a big word. There are reasons why she’s not enjoying … Continued

Lucy Tries Hockey is a fun and inclusive introduction to a beloved sport
5 things to love about Lucy Tries Hockey

Is PE failing our kids? A conversation between a parent and the experts sheds some light
What makes a quality physical education program?

6 tips for keeping kids active on long road trips
Burn off energy with these active ideas