Resources on Developing Physical Literacy

Gymnastics BC - Play Gymnastics

Gymnastics is FUN!!

As part of a recreational gymnastics class, children of all ages and abilities have fun learning challenging skills; playing on interesting equipment; doing routines in a group; or performing in a demonstration or competition.

Gymnastics is about “how the body moves”. And it is recognized by the International Olympic Committee as a “foundation sport” for all physical activity and sports.

Active for Life

Active for Life is the place where parents go to learn about how to make a difference in the health and happiness of their children. Research shows there’s a right way and a right time to develop the fundamental movement and sport skills that benefit kids for their entire lives. Learning these basic movement and sports skills is known as becoming physically literate.

Canadian Sport for Life: Active Start

 

From 0-6 years, boys and girls need to be engaged in daily active play. Through play and movement, they develop the fundamental movement skills that will provide the foundation for learning fundamental sports skills at older ages.