According to recent statistics provided by the Australian Sports Comission up to 80% of young people arent getting 'enough' excercise. In a country such as Australia with our climate, culture and funding this is simply unacceptable. We need to be encouraging all young people to get out and have a good go of any kid of physical activity, it really doesnt matter what the sport or exercise. 

Its important that parents are setting the example for their kids as they are going to be the overarching influence on their behaviour. Schools can also encourage this by enrolling in the free funding provided by the ASC through the Sporting Schools inititative.

To find out a little more about this program, check out the video below;

During this weeks tennis lessons we have been focussing on the importance of striking the ball out in front of your body. We have noticed that so many of the students coming through the program are often striking the ball at their body and therefore aren't getting the benifit of a full backswing and follow through. Striking out in front allows you to utilise the foreward step and capitalise on your body's momentum.  It also allows the arm to fully extend giving maximum power to the stroke.

Sport is for life. It’s our motto and a sentiment shared by some of the seniors in the following video. Whats great about the video is that the things we believe make sport so important for children are actually the same things that make sport so important for adults to. Aspects such as inclusion, socialisation, community, friendship & of course health and wellbeing factors too.

As you will see, sport is something that can keep everyone engaged and happy for life!

Enjoy!

Heres a little look at some of the action today at Glen Huntly PS. Great session with all of our students in the ANZ Tennis Hotshots program

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If you want more information on any of our ANZ Tennis Hotshots programs in schools you can email us at info@fitforkidsco.com.au or at www.fitforkidsco.com.au

Here at Fit For Kids Co we run a program called SNAG GOLF. SNAG Golf is a modified golf program that can be played by both kids and adults. Whats great about the modified equipment is that it can be played indoors and outdoors and in much smaller spaces than a traditional golf course. The program allows kids to learn all the basics including putting, chipping, pitching & driving.

We have been running the program for a number of years and have seen some wonderful results with all of our students!

Below are a few videos of the program from around the world:

If you would like to get some more information on any of our programs including SNAG GOLF you can get in touch at info@fitforkidsco.com.au

See you on the course soon!

Fit For Kids Co.